Maximize your chances of seeing humpback whales by joining this tour from Byron Bay, led by a marine biologist. Head for areas that the whales are known to pass through as they migrate in winter, watch them as they majestically breach, and listen to them sing by using an underwater hydrophone.

Maximize your chances of seeing whales as they migrate in winter
Get insights into whale behavior from your marine biologist guide
Includes use of a spray jacket, as well as snacks and water
Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your hotel (if option selected)

What's Included

Live commentary on board
Qualified Marine Biologist guide
Life Jackets
Waterproof Poncho
Free Professional Photos uploaded to social media

Transfers from Byron Bay to the wharf in Ballina

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Byron Bay
Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia
The vessel departs from the Lance Ferris Wharf in Ballina, 12-24 Fawcett Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478. A 30 minute scenic drive, south of Byron Bay. Please meet on the Lance Ferris Wharf directly in front of the Wharf Bar & Restaurant.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travellers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Most travellers can participate
Not recommended for children under 5yrs
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Featured review

Simon_W

Such a great and informative whale watching tour! These creatures are absolutely beautiful… Very professional tour and very thorough when it comes to safety and providing a great experience for all. The boat is of a very high standard and felt very safe. Hearing the whales when out in ocean was absolutely beautiful.

Reviews

5.0

322 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Highly recommend!

Simon_W, Aug 2023

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Hey Simon, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time out with us on the Humpback Highway! We look forward to welcoming you back aboard in the future! Best Regards, Out Of The Blue Adventures

Whale watching for my birthday was GOLD 🥳

Tracey_R, June 2023

Loved every minute of it 😍 the team are awesome the skipper made everyone safe at all times hubby having been involved in super yacht industry for many years said he thought he was a great skipper the young female marine biologist is very informative kept explaining things the whole time has a great speaking voice they are both very friendly and great natured would do it again in a heart beat

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Hey Tracey, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review and for your lovely words about our crew! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time out with us on the Humpback Highway! We look forward to welcoming you back aboard in the future! Best Regards, Out Of The Blue Adventures

Incredible whale watching experience

Emily_W, June 2023

Absolutely amazing experience! The driver Angus and marine biologist Emily were very lovely, you could tell they were passionate about their job. Would definitely recommend

Great experience

Gemma_L, Sept 2022

Worth the visit, we saw about 7 whales. The tour guide was brilliant, it was down to us to spot the whales. We ensured to maintain distance unless the whales wanted to get close to us. We had a beautiful day, sea was rocky though so do take motion sickness tablets if you suffer with sea sickness.

Response from Host, Sept 2022

Hi Gemma, We are so glad to hear you loved your day with the whales and were treated to such a big competition pod! Thank you for the lovely shoutout to our crew and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Warmest Regards OOTBA Team

Worth every dollar and second.

Patrice_H, Aug 2022

The staff were welcoming, helpful and very knowledgeable. We saw lots of whales in pods and had an amazing boat ride

Giggles all the way

Nokuthula_S, June 2021

They patiently waited for us when we were running late. Good commentary, the whales,the whole experience was absolute fun!

So many whales

Ann_W, July 2020

Absolutely great team. Fabulous day following many energetic whales. Highly recommend. Will definitely go again

Experiencia única

Marc_A, July 2023

Gran experiencia. Momentos únicos la lado de las ballenas. La duración es la correcta y las ballenas se ven desde muy cerca

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time out with us on the Pacific Ocean! We look forward to welcoming you back aboard in the future! Best Regards, Out Of The Blue Adventures