What to do and see in Gold Coast, Queensland: The Best Dolphin & Whale Watching

Private whale watching sailing charters as well as packages such as our private Day Spa and sailing day or lunch on South Stradbroke Island or maybe a private sailing discovery tour of South Stradbroke Island and don't forget Private whale watching charters under sail. Cruise along side of theses massive mammals. Watch them breaching spy hopping and tail slapping and with a 100% success rate in whale sightings you are sure to witness the annual migration. We also conduct other sailing charters from South Stradebroke Island discovery tours to twilight champagne sailing cruises. All of our cruise bookings are exclusive and private for you and your guests only!

Explore Gold Coasts Broadwater on SV Run Amuk, our commercially registered ocean going sailing yacht. We're also the veteran social enterprise of the Maritime Warrior Project. Let's join the local dolphins sailing past the prestigious homes and resorts of the region as we head north past Wave Break Island and beyond. Pending whether let's anchor for a swim, a go at the SUP, kayak or snorkel.

Affordable style and luxury. Sailing In Paradise provides Sunset Cruises and Private Charters on a 35 foot Sailing Catamaran. The only catamaran of it's kind on the Gold Coast. The open plan layout of this boat makes it perfect for Hens Parties, Corporate events and staff incentives, Christmas and Birthday parties and any other occasion you can think of. The boat is purpose built for day charters and is super stable. There is ample seating for up to 30 people inside and outside, is equipped with a bbq, 2 large drinks coolers, amplified music system with speakers inside and out and toilet facilities. Front and rear boarding ladders enable you to pull up on some of the Gold Coast's best island beaches for a quick dip or to explore. There is a large table for all your food and drinks and you can BYO everything or we can organise catering for you. Explore the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater and it's surrounding isolated islands and picturesque deserted beaches. Sailing In Paradise.. It's where good times happen.

“Life’s Good” is a luxurious 40ft powered Catamaran suitable for up to 25 guests plus 2 crew (inshore) and 8 guests plus 2 crew (offshore). At a glance the Catamaran is ideal for entertaining groups in privacy with spacious seating, leather lounges, luxurious saloon, extended duckboard, undercover flybridge as well as having 3 bedrooms. This vessel is built for cruising in ‘Rain’, ‘Hail’, or ‘Shine’. The Bow and Stern of the boat are extremely popular, offering extended area’s for soaking up the suns rays, getting up close and personal with marine life, snorkelling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and relaxing in comfort with a refreshing beverage. On board comforts include; Large built in Eskies, BBQ, Stand up Paddleboards, Kayaks and fishing rods for hire, ice for purchase, luxury restroom, TV & WIFI, surround sound system with Bluetooth capabilities, extra shower on duckboard, tea, coffee and filtered water station as well as the uniqueness of being able to BYO drinks

Mufasa Sportfishing is not just another sport fishing operation here on the Gold Coast. Whether you into chasing big angry Blue Marlin, achieving your dream of catching a Marlin on fly, hunting down the XOS Yellowfin, Light enthusiast or you just interested in catching a bag of reef fish for the table, Mufasa will provide you the experience and the knowledge to get the job done. Mufasa also operates as a private whale watching vessel during whale season. Trips are 3 hours and include gourmet snacks and drinks.

Gold Coast Dive Adventures is a Padi Dive Centre built around the foundation of ‘diving with purpose’. We are the top-rated and most experienced offshore dive company on the coast, living on the ocean six days a week. We know these waters intimately and never tire of the ever-changing kaleidoscope of images and experiences that amaze even the most experienced ocean wanderers. We specialise in offshore scuba and freediving trips, as well as offering all PADI Dive Courses from Introductory to Dive Master and all PADI specialties. All our adventures are built upon our foundational love of our oceans and their marine life. Our purpose is to share this with you.

Enjoy the very best the Gold Coast has to offer with Gold Coast Hero! We are a local collective of specialist operators with decades of knowledge and experience in the area. Book one of our hand-picked tours to make your trip all the more memorable!

Cooly Eco Adventures specialise in eco conscious Whale & Marine Adventure Tours throughout the stunning Queensland and New South Wales coastal boarder region. This includes, Whale Watching; Swim with Whales, Snorkelling Tours, Dolphin Research Safaris, and Private Charters

We would love to share our insanely cool Gold Coast ocean encounters with our non-diving ocean lovers. We offer unique, private whale watching and research tours during the winter months, including wildlife trips to South Stradbroke Island as well as Broadwater cruises, showcasing the magnificent skyline views of Surfers Paradise. Our SEA The Gold Coast adventures is a dream for every amateur and professional photographer alike and is an absolute personalised experience on a small vessel with a maximum of 8 participants.

Do you wish to spend a day out having fun in the sun on the beautiful North Stradbroke Island? The tour we provide here at Coastal Island Safaris is a full day tour exploring a range of places such as Brown Lake, Main beach, Point Lookout and Flinders Beach on North Stradbroke Island. When travelling you will be in the comfort of an air conditioned 4WD, stopping at pristine fresh lakes, rugged gorges, beautiful beaches and seeing all the flora and fauna the island has to offer. Hotel Transfers Morning/Afternoon Tea Big BBQ Lunch Ferry Beverages All included! We are the longest and most knowledgeable tour operators to the island. Taking pride in our selves to make every customer feel included, comfortable and have a unique,fun & memorable day out. Enjoy a day out were all the hard work is done for you. Simply explore, eat, relax, and enjoy all the island has to offer while your driver and guide do all the hard work.