Adventure Rafting Mooloolaba Whale Watching

The 2024 Whale Watching season will commence Saturday, June 1 and run through to October 20th. We depart daily from The Wharf Mooloolaba at 8am, 11am and 2pm taking a maximum of 20 guests to ensure you get up-close and personal. ABOUT YOUR TOUR :


Taking only 20 passengers Coastal Express offer the only Whale Watching experience above and below the water.
Our underwater HD cameras live stream all of the underwater action right to your seat while brand-new hydrophone lets you to hear the whales sing as they play, making it a fully immersive experience unlike any other!
Built to the same design as offshore rescue vessels, Coastal Express’ powerful engines, rigid hull design and high back seats provide safety, speed and comfort. We get you to the open ocean quickly and provide an up-close whale watching experience that you’ll never forget.
Our knowledgeable skippers will provide you with entertaining and informative commentary whilst you witness breath-taking breaches, loud tail slaps, spy hops and penduncle throws performed by the majestic creatures! It doesn’t get any better than this.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
State-of-the-art HD underwater cameras live streaming the whales as they play
State-of-the-art underwater hydrophone lets you listen to the whales sing
The best of the action above and below the water
Up close and personal without the crowds
Less travel time, more whale time
Informative and entertaining commentary
Uninterrupted views from every seat

DEPARTURE INFO:
Our 2 Hour Whale Watching tour departs daily at 8am, 11am and 2pm June 1 to October 20 from The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557.
Our vessels depart from the jetty on the river side of the Wharf complex behind the Rice Boi restaurant. You can enter The Wharf complex at the main entrance (between Flo's Crêperie and Fudgees Lolly Shop), or through the alleyway (where Kenilworth Bakery & Local Social Café are located) and walk straight through the courtyard towards to river you will arrive at the jetty. There is also a directory located at the main entrance at The Wharf complex.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to departure. We will begin boarding 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to ensure we depart right on time.

WHAT TO BRING:
Sunscreen
Water
Binoculars (optional) Warm clothing in winter


WHAT WE PROVIDE:
Spray jacket
Onboard toilet
An unforgettable experience

TOUR REQUIREMENTS:

Passengers must be 5 years or older. A reasonable level of movement and agility. If you are pregnant, unfortunately, this tour is not for you. All passengers must complete a participation waiver for each guest prior to travelling. You can access the waiver here. If there are multiple people on your booking, please forward this confirmation email to the remaining party members so they can complete the waiver.
You can view our extensive list of Frequently Asked Questions and Terms and Conditions here.