Phillip Island Whale Watching Tour
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join a spectacular 4-hour cruise around Phillip Island with beautiful coastal scenery and up-close marine wildlife viewing. See thousands of playful fur seals at Seal Rocks, look for seabirds such as the Little Penguin and Shy Albatross, spot wave-riding Common Dolphins and be in awe of the great whales including Humpback Whales as they travel past the island during their northward migration.
Inclusions
What's included
- Local guide
- Live commentary on board
- Morning tea (coffee, tea, muffin, pastry)
What's not
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Ratings come from 97 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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4Great day out
The whole experince was great captain and staff where all very good . Great day out we got to see 2 whales while we where out
1Wheel watching experience
Unfortunately, this whale watching experience was quite disappointing. One thing that stood out was the “morning tea” advertised on the website. In reality, it consisted of just one small piece of pastry per person, handed out by the staff. The pastry wasn’t particularly tasty, and it certainly didn’t match what we expected from the description on the website. Another disappointment was the level of customer service. While some crew members were friendly, a few staff seemed unwilling to engage with passengers. When we asked questions about the whales, they appeared uninterested and gave very brief responses, which made the overall experience feel less welcoming and educational. As for the whale sightings, we did not see any whales breach or jump out of the water. We only saw tail and several blows (water spouts). That said, I understand that whale sightings are unpredictable, and the staff clearly explained before departure that there is no guarantee of seeing whales on every trip. I don’t consider this part to be the company’s fault. Overall, I felt the experience did not provide good value for the price. Better hospitality, more enthusiastic interaction from the crew, and a more accurate description of the included refreshments would have made a significant difference. Unfortunately, I left feeling underwhelmed and would not choose this tour again.
5An amazing experience, 10 out of 10
We had such an unforgettable time on the Winter Whale Cruise with Wildlife Coast Cruises! From the moment we stepped on board, the energy was warm and welcoming. The all-girl crew, including the captain, was such a refreshing and empowering touch, it really stood out and added to the uniqueness of the experience. The crew was absolutely amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. It was great to see them joking around and having fun with each other and with us passengers. The vibe was relaxed, uplifting, and made us feel like part of the adventure. One of the absolute highlights was seeing a small calf swimming alongside its mother, such a beautiful and moving moment. We felt incredibly lucky to witness it. Special shoutout to Perla, the marine educator, who was so kind and engaging. It’s not every day you get to learn from someone so passionate and informed, let alone from PhD candidates! Having guides with such deep expertise onboard is a huge plus and really added to the richness of the experience. If you're thinking about doing this cruise, do it. Between the amazing wildlife, the outstanding crew, and the genuinely fun atmosphere, it’s an experience you won’t forget!
5Great that the boat was...
Great that the boat was not overcrowded so everyone could see the whales and the seals, crew were very friendly and up for a chat
5Excellent tour
We went on this tour (first of the whale watching season) for our 25th wedding anniversary and it was great, didn't see whales (always luck) but lots of other animals.
5Whale watching experience
It was an amazing experience the staff on the boat were so genuine and nice. We did see one whale which was awesome but the seals were amazing. So was the dolphins swimming along the side of the boat.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 70 travellers
- Operated by
- Wildlife Coast Cruises
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Whale sightings are not guaranteed, we expect between 70-90% sightings success between June and August.
How it compares in Phillip Island
- Its from-price is 25% above the median of the 15 experiences we list in Phillip Island.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 15.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Phillip Island
Phillip Island is a low island south-east of Melbourne, known for its little penguins, fur seals, surf beaches and a motorcycle racing circuit.
Phillip Island lies at the mouth of Western Port Bay, joined to the mainland at San Remo by a road bridge. Cowes, the main town, has a long foreshore and shops, and the rest of the island is farmland, wetland and rugged coast with granite headlands and surf beaches.
Top-ranked sights in Phillip Island: Penguin Parade, Nobbies Centre, Cape Woolamai.
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