When scientists finally managed to interpret the majestic and mysterious sounds made by whales, they were dismayed to discover that most of them were just chatting about weather, diet tips and out-of-control popstars. Get up close with the majestic mammals with today’s Groupon for Whale Watching Gold Coast, Main Beach:

The Deal

$29 for a morning whale watching adventure for one child (total value up to $59)

$59 for a morning whale watching adventure for one adult (total value up to $99)

$75 for a VIP whale watching experience plus island adventure for one person (total value up to $177)

The half-day whale watching adventure departs Main Beach for three hours cruising in a 32-metre air conditioned catamaran. Stay comfortable within one of five spacious viewing areas, or head up to the upper deck for unobscured 360° views of whales, dolphins and sea turtles. Free tea, coffee and muffins are provided, and there’s a cocktail bar onboard for the adults. The Whale Watching Gold Coast team provide commentary, and whale sightings are 100% guaranteed. Bring along children aged up to three years free, or purchase a child ticket for keen whale watchers aged four to fourteen years.

Those who opt for the full-day VIP experience spend 2.5 hours on a newer, faster whaleboat with a maximum of 20 passengers, checking out marine life as well as human life in the form of a canal cruise of homes of the rich and famous. After a series of high-speed manoeuvres, passengers return to Main Beach and change boats, embarking on a Fast Cat island adventure to McLaren’s Landing. Live entertainment, wallaby and kookaburra feeding, free use of paddleboats, canoes, pool tables, darts and beach volleyball await; passengers may also opt to pay for a tropical BBQ feast and/or Segway Safari Experience on the day.

Whale Watching Gold Coast

A family-owned and operated business, Whale Watching Gold Coast guides visitors along the city’s glittering waterways with a series of tours and experiences. A commitment to conservation and 26 years of experience in the cruise industry endow these aquatic adventurers with the knowledge and experience required to shed light on our hulking fellow mammals. A range of ocean-borne activities keep people entertained; options including full-day adventures on the water and surrounding islands afford everyone the chance to experience the nooks and crannies of Queensland’s coastline.

Ratings & Reviews

I thought I would be able to see whales only on National Geographic...but there I was cruising on the fastest whale-watching eco-tourism vessel in Queensland, with Norm, the skipper, being so amazingly friendly and so knowledgeable!
Maria-Byron, TripAdvisor, Oct 2013

An awesome experience! We took the full day cruise. It was very good organised, the crew was friendly and helpful, the ship was clean and climatized and we were lucky to see dozens of whales...
Alexandra S, TripAdvisor, Oct 2013

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