TANGALOOMA WHALE WATCHING TOURS

•Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers

•Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers Upgrade Dolphin Viewing

•Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers Upgrade Dolphin Feeding

TANGALOOMA WHALE WATCHING TOURS

Marvel at the annual migration each June to October of humpback whales as they journey some 16,000 kilometres from Antarctica along the east coast of Australia. These acrobats of the ocean pass by Moreton Island, often with their newborn calves, creating one of the greatest spectacles of the sea. Your Whale Watch crew will explain the habits and characteristics of migrating whales and serve a light, delicious lunch on board.

BRISBANE DEPARTURE

GOLD COAST DEPARTURE

TOUR SCHEDULE

07:00

08:00

DEPART GOLD COAST HOTEL

DEPART BRISBANE HOTEL/TRANSIT CENTRE

10:00 ISLAND LAUNCH DEPARTS
11:15 ARRIVE TANGALOOMA ISLAND RESORT
12:00

WHALE WATCHING

On arrival at the island resort, guests will have a short time to find their land-lovers legs before departing on the whale watching vessel where they will enjoy an educational commentary and Q&A about whales, a light lunch and refreshments and whale viewing.

*We offer the Desert Safari Tour, if the Whale Watching Tour must be cancelled due to severe weather conditions or for safety reasons.

15:00

FREE TIME AT TANGALOOMA RESORT

Free time to enjoy the pristine beaches, visit a resort cafe for afternoon tea, enjoy a swim at one of the resort pools, hire Segway or try one of the many free activities on the island from tennis to archery to boule, badminton, squash excluding watersports …just to name a few! *Please note that activities are subject to availability.

16:00 DEPART TANGALOOMA ISLAND RESORT (Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers)

18:00

19:00

RETURN TO BRISBANE HOTEL (Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers)

RETURN TO HOTEL GOLD COAST (Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers)

 
  UPGRADE / SUNSET COCKTAIL PACKAGE or WILD DOLPHIN FEEDING
18:00*

WILD DOLPHIN VIEWING (Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package) OR FEEDING (Upgrade Wild Dolphin Feeding)

*18:00-19:15 Times vary in season due to dolphin feeding at sunset

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After a safety briefing island guests are invited to wade into the ocean beside the resort jetty to handfeed the wild dolphins at sunset. This is a magical and unforgettable experience before returning to the mainland. *Launch departs Tangalooma Resort after the last dolphin feeding activity.

SUNSET COCKTAIL: Can be used any time when Wheelhouse Deck or B&B’s Bar are open. Guest can enjoy a cocktail or mocktail after they finish all the tours while relax at the resort, best paired with a sunset. (Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package)

TOUR DETAILS

TOUR CODE

• Classic Whale Watching Day Cruise (Gold Coast: HG51 / Brisbane: HB51)

• Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package (Gold Coast: HG51V / Brisbane: HB51V)

• Upgrade Dolphin Feeding (Gold Coast: HG51F / Brisbane: HB51F)

TIME

• Whale Watching Day Cruise with Bus Transfers (Gold Coast: 6.15am - 7.00pm / Brisbane: 8.45am - 6.00pm)

• Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package (Gold Coast Departure: 6:15am Return: 9:30pm -10:45pm / Brisbane Departure: 8:45am Return: 8:30pm -9:45pm)

• Upgrade Dolphin Feeding (Gold Coast Departure: 6:15am Return: 9:30pm -10:45pm / Brisbane Departure: 8:45am Return: 8:30pm -9:45pm)

OPERATES

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (20 JUN to 8 OCT ONLY)

TOUR INCLUDES
  • Return coach transfers (selected hotels)
  • Return 75-minute cruise
  • Whale Watch Cruise with light lunch
  • Day Lounge access with tea & coffee making facilities (Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package and Dolphin Feeding only)
  • Access to the the wild dolphin viewing jetty (Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package only)
  • Sunset Cocktail/Mocktail voucher (Upgrade Sunset Cocktail Package only)
  • Admission to the nightly dolphin feeding program (Upgrade Dolphin Feeding only)
  • Many free activities
  • Optional extras including watersports incur a fee
NOTE
  • Low level of fitness needed
  • Pick-up times may vary by 10 minutes depending on traffic
  • In the unlikely event that a tour is cancelled due to severe weather conditions, another tour will be offered (subject to availability). Tour have limited numbers and are subject to availability.
  • English speaking guides available
  • Return times vary in season due to dolphin feeding at sunset
  • Dolphin feeding and Whale Watching is dependant on tides, weather conditions and dolphin/whale appearance (these are wild animals however the resort experiences a 98% attendance rate)
  • Sunset Cocktail Package: Sunset Cocktail/Mocktail beverage voucher valid at Wheelhouse Deck or B&B’s Bar only. Cannot be exchanged for cash. Voucher valid for one Cocktail from the daily Cocktail list for 18+ guests. Voucher valid for one Mocktail, or soft drink or water for guests under 18 years. Not transferrable.
  • Dolphin feeding: All Children must be supervised by an Adult for this tour. Adults must participate in Dolphin Feeding with any children
  • This tour is only 26 JUN - 3 OCT ONLY
  • HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS: Some of our activities and tours are physically demanding, and may pose a health or safety risk. For your safety, you must disclose before booking if you are suffering from any injury, medical condition (such as pregnancy, epilepsy, asthma or cardiovascular conditions), disability, disease or illness which may be aggravated by participation in, or may interfere with your ability to safely participate in our products. If you are unsure, or have any further questions, you should contact Tangatours before booking (ph: 07 3410 6927).

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Hotel Pick up - Please wait outside hotel or designated pick-up point at least 5 minutes prior to pick-up time
  • Pick-up times may vary by 10 minutes depending on traffic
  • Changing road conditions may result in alternate pick up points
  • Fares - Shown in Australian dollars effective 1/4/2024 inclusive of GST.
  • Child Fares - These apply to children 3 to 14 years inclusive (Brisbane’s Best, Brisbane City sights morning tour, Brisbane afternoon at Lone Pine & Mt Coot-tha lookout and Theme Parks are 3 to 13 years). Infants aged under 3 are free, unless otherwise stated (Fraser Island trip full child fare).
  • Cancellation Fees - Any JPT day tour cancelled within 24 hours of departure will incur a 100% fee with the exception of Tangalooma Island Tours where the deadline for cancellations is 48 hours or forfeit 100%. 50% cancellation fee applies for overnight tours cancelled within 3 days of departure.
  • Students and Backpackers - $5 off Full Day Tours except Theme Parks and Tangalooma Island Tours.
  • Concession Fares - $5 off Full Day Tours valid for Pension, Seniors Card Holders and Backpackers.
  • Credit Card Surcharges - 2%-4% card fee applicable.
  • We reserve the right to substitute coaches and operators where necessary.
  • Itineraries - Subject to change without notice. Limited tours operate Easter long weekend, Anzac Day and Christmas Day. JPT Tour Group reserves the right to cancel tours, amend fares, itineraries and days of operation at short notice.
  • Additional departure days available on most tours, subject to numbers.
  • Money Back Guarantee - for claims related directly to JPT and subject to your travel agent's policy.
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