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Highlights

  • Enjoy a full day of wildlife experiences with a whale-watching cruise and entry to Taronga Zoo included in one ticket.
  • Cruise beyond Sydney Heads aboard a comfortable catamaran with expert commentary as you search for migrating humpback and southern right whales.
  • Explore Taronga Zoo at your own pace and discover a diverse collection of Australian and international wildlife.
  • Benefit from a whale sighting guarantee, allowing you to cruise again for free within the same season if no whales are spotted.
  • Return to Circular Quay on an included scenic ferry ride from Taronga Zoo Wharf, taking in views of Sydney Harbour along the way.
  • Relax aboard a catamaran with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating across multiple viewing decks for excellent whale and harbour views.

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Experience two of Sydney's top wildlife attractions in one day with a whale watching cruise, Taronga Zoo entry, and a scenic ferry ride across Sydney Harbour.

Getting started

Begin your day at Circular Quay Wharf 6, where you'll board a comfortable catamaran for your 9:30am whale watching cruise. After check-in, head beyond Sydney Heads in search of migrating whales. At the end of the cruise, disembark at Taronga Zoo Wharf and enter Taronga Zoo to explore at your own pace.

What to expect

Whale watching cruise

Cruise into open waters beyond Sydney Harbour in search of migrating humpback and southern right whales.

  • Travel aboard a comfortable catamaran with indoor and outdoor seating across multiple viewing decks.

  • Listen to expert commentary about the whales, their migration, and Sydney's marine environment throughout the cruise.

  • Enjoy added peace of mind with a whale-sighting guarantee, allowing you to cruise again for free during the same season if no whales are spotted (on a standby basis, subject to availability).

Taronga Zoo

After your cruise, spend the afternoon exploring one of Sydney's leading wildlife attractions.

  • Enjoy included entry to Taronga Zoo and discover a wide range of Australian and international wildlife at your own pace.

  • Explore the zoo's diverse exhibits and spend as much time as you like before your return journey.

Wrapping up

Complete your day with an included scenic ferry ride from Taronga Zoo Wharf back to Circular Quay, enjoying beautiful views of Sydney Harbour along the way. All travel and experiences must be completed on the same day. Meals, drinks, hotel transfers, and travel sickness medication are not included.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Entry to Taronga Zoo
  • Whale watching cruise with expert commentary
  • Whale sighting guarantee (cruise again for free if no whales are sighted)
  • Ferry ride between Circular Quay and Taronga Zoo Wharf
  • Catamaran vessel with comfortable seating
  • Meals and drinks
  • Travel sickness tablets
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

Dress according to the weather, as it often feels colder at sea during the whale watching cruise. Eat lightly before and during the cruise due to sea motion. Travel sickness tablets are recommended and are most effective if taken before the cruise.

Smoking is not permitted on board the whale watching cruise.

Not wheelchair accessible; from 20 July to 28 August 2026, the cruise departs from Commissioner's Steps, which does not have wheelchair access due to wharf upgrades.

All travel and experiences must be completed on the same day. Cruises may be cancelled due to weather or operational requirements, with options for rebooking or refund available. For the latest information on your cruise, phone the Reconfirmation Hotline at +61-2-8062 3623 from 7:15am on the day of your cruise.

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