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Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch

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Duration
5 h 30 min
Non-Refundable
Meals Included
Picnic Lunch

Set out from Redcliffe Jetty on Brisbane's Moreton Bay aboard the purpose-built vessel MV Eye Spy for a full-day whale watching cruise in the humpback whale season, which runs from June to October. As the whales migrate along the Queensland coast, you can watch these gentle giants breach, blow and play, often within metres of the boat, while dolphins, turtles and other marine life may also be seen in the calm waters of the bay. Live commentary on board explains what you are seeing and why protecting the whales matters, and a portion of every ticket goes to ongoing whale research. A gourmet picnic lunch is served during the cruise, and a licensed bar and a snack and souvenir counter are open on board at your own cost. Choose a normal, premium or VIP cabin, and either make your own way to Redcliffe, about 30 minutes from Brisbane CBD, or book an option with return transfers from central Brisbane. Boarding starts at 9:00 for a 10:00 departure, and the cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30.

Normal Cabin Ticket from Redcliffe Jetty

Whale watching cruise in a normal cabin aboard MV Eye Spy, departing from Redcliffe Jetty. Make your own way to the jetty.

Inclusions

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy in a normal cabin
Live commentary on board
Picnic lunch

Starting End Point

Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020; show your voucher at the Redcliffe Jetty Visitor Information Centre and look for the MV Eye Spy vessel
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
Boarding starts at 9:00 for a 10:00 departure
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30

US$ 125.83

Premium Cabin Ticket from Redcliffe Jetty

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy with a guaranteed premium window table on the main deck, departing from Redcliffe Jetty. Make your own way to the jetty.

Inclusions

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy
Guaranteed premium window table seat on the main deck
Priority gourmet picnic lunchbox serving
Live commentary on board

Starting End Point

Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020; show your voucher at the Redcliffe Jetty Visitor Information Centre and look for the MV Eye Spy vessel
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
Boarding starts at 9:00 for a 10:00 departure
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30

US$ 122.43

Normal Cabin Ticket with Brisbane Transfers

Whale watching cruise in a normal cabin aboard MV Eye Spy, with a return bus transfer between Brisbane CBD and Redcliffe Jetty.

Inclusions

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy in a normal cabin
Return bus transfer from Brisbane CBD
Live commentary on board
Picnic lunch

Pickup Time Drop Off Time

Return bus transfer between Brisbane CBD and Redcliffe Jetty
Mantra South Bank, 161 Grey Street, South Brisbane: 7:45
Bus Stop 125, 171 Roma Street, outside the Roma Street Transit Centre: 7:50
Hotel Grand Chancellor, 23 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill: 8:00
Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane, 255 Ann Street: 8:10
Capri by Fraser Brisbane, 80 Albert Street: 8:20
Be at your pick-up point 10 minutes before the pick-up time; the bus does not wait for latecomers
Contact the operator at least 48 hours before travel to reconfirm your pick-up time
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30, followed by the return transfer to Brisbane CBD

US$ 159.84

Normal Cabin Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children) from Redcliffe Jetty

One family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children on the whale watching cruise in a normal cabin aboard MV Eye Spy, departing from Redcliffe Jetty. Make your own way to the jetty.

Inclusions

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy in a normal cabin for 2 adults and 2 children
Live commentary on board
Picnic lunch

Starting End Point

Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020; show your voucher at the Redcliffe Jetty Visitor Information Centre and look for the MV Eye Spy vessel
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
Boarding starts at 9:00 for a 10:00 departure
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30

US$ 299.27

Normal Cabin Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children) with Brisbane Transfers

One family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children on the whale watching cruise in a normal cabin aboard MV Eye Spy, with a return bus transfer between Brisbane CBD and Redcliffe Jetty.

Inclusions

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy in a normal cabin for 2 adults and 2 children
Return bus transfer from Brisbane CBD
Live commentary on board
Picnic lunch

Pickup Time Drop Off Time

Return bus transfer between Brisbane CBD and Redcliffe Jetty
Mantra South Bank, 161 Grey Street, South Brisbane: 7:45
Bus Stop 125, 171 Roma Street, outside the Roma Street Transit Centre: 7:50
Hotel Grand Chancellor, 23 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill: 8:00
Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane, 255 Ann Street: 8:10
Capri by Fraser Brisbane, 80 Albert Street: 8:20
Be at your pick-up point 10 minutes before the pick-up time; the bus does not wait for latecomers
Contact the operator at least 48 hours before travel to reconfirm your pick-up time
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30, followed by the return transfer to Brisbane CBD

US$ 421.69

Highlights

Cruise Brisbane's Moreton Bay aboard the purpose-built MV Eye Spy
Watch humpback whales breach, blow and play, often within metres of the boat
Look out for dolphins, turtles and other marine life
Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on board
Learn about the whales from live commentary on board
A portion of every ticket supports ongoing whale research

What's Included

Whale watching cruise aboard MV Eye Spy
Live commentary on board
Picnic lunch
Normal, premium or VIP cabin, depending on the option booked
Return transfers from Brisbane CBD (options with transfers only)

What's Not Included

Drinks from the licensed bar on board
Purchases from the snack and souvenir counter on board
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (cruise-only options)
Other personal expenses

Child Adult Policy

Adults: 15 years and over
Children: 4 to 14 years
Infants aged 0 to 3 years join the cruise free of charge and are not catered for
On the Normal Cabin option with Brisbane Transfers, infants need a paid infant ticket
Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult
Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount

Things To Know

The cruise runs only in the whale season, from June to October
All cruises are subject to weather and sea conditions
Pregnant guests must bring a letter from their doctor or midwife confirming they are fit to travel
Guests with pre-existing medical conditions must bring a letter from their doctor confirming they are fit to travel
Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets can be catered for; please advise the operator of dietary requirements before travel
The vessel is wheelchair accessible; please advise the operator of wheelchair requirements before travel, as boarding conditions depend on the tides
Prams and strollers are not permitted on board
Motion sickness medication is advised if you are prone to seasickness; natural motion sickness tablets are available on board
If the operator cancels a cruise because of weather or tidal conditions, you will be offered a seat on the next available cruise or a full refund

Starting End Point

Cruise-only options: Redcliffe Jetty, Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020; show your voucher at the Redcliffe Jetty Visitor Information Centre and look for the MV Eye Spy vessel
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
Boarding starts at 9:00 for a 10:00 departure
The cruise returns to Redcliffe Jetty at about 14:00 to 14:30
Options with transfers: pick-up from a meeting point in Brisbane CBD, as shown in the option

How To Get There

Redcliffe is about 30 minutes from Brisbane CBD
Free all-day parking is available opposite the Redcliffe Police Station, about 100 metres north of Redcliffe Jetty

How To Redeem

Show your mobile voucher on the day
The voucher is valid only on the date and time booked

Dress Code

Dress warmly and wear flat, non-slip shoes
A light waterproof wind jacket is recommended if you plan to spend time on the outside decks
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses are recommended, even in the cooler months

Cancellation Policy

Non-Refundable: These tickets cannot be cancelled and no refunds can be made.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

You can watch humpback whales breach, blow and play, often within metres of the boat, and also see dolphins, turtles and other marine life in Moreton Bay.

The cruise includes a whale watching trip aboard MV Eye Spy, live commentary on board, a picnic lunch, and a normal, premium or VIP cabin depending on the option booked.

Children aged 4 to 14 years are welcome and must be accompanied by a paying adult. Infants aged 0 to 3 years join the cruise free of charge and are not catered for, except on the Normal Cabin option with Brisbane Transfers, where infants need a paid infant ticket.

The cruise runs only from June to October and is subject to weather and sea conditions. Pregnant guests and those with medical conditions must bring a letter from a doctor confirming they are fit to travel.

Cruise-only options start and end at Redcliffe Jetty, with boarding from 9:00 for a 10:00 departure and a return at about 14:00 to 14:30. Options with transfers include pick-up from a meeting point in Brisbane CBD and the return transfer.

Redcliffe is about 30 minutes from Brisbane CBD, and free all-day parking is available opposite the Redcliffe Police Station, about 100 metres north of Redcliffe Jetty.

Dress warmly and wear flat, non-slip shoes. A light waterproof wind jacket, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses are recommended.

These tickets cannot be cancelled and no refunds can be made.