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Mooloolaba Dolphin & whale watching

Our most recommended Mooloolaba Dolphin & whale watching

Whale Watching Without the Crowds

1. Whale Watching Without the Crowds

Looking for a whale watching experience you'll remember and want to talk about for a long time? Crusader 1 is limited to 22 passengers,  therefore offering you a personal day out on the water with unobstructed views of these inquisitive majestic animals. Be in awe of the spectacular breaching, close encounters, magical songs and tail slapping of the humback whales. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants of the sea and encounter pods of dolphins and turtles. The biggest advantage of whale watching on Crusader 1 is that you'll always have that rail side position ready for that perfect photo moment. Crusader 1 is an open deck vessel, very safe and allows full walk around access even to the bow of the boat where you can watch the dolphins play and follow your path.

Mooloolaba: Adventure Rafting Wildlife Tour

2. Mooloolaba: Adventure Rafting Wildlife Tour

Set off on a rafting adventure on a custom-built vessel as you explore the Mooloolaba coastline and Mudjimba Island. Get some informative commentary about the Sunshine Coast while you keep an eye out for dolphins and other sea life. Kick off your tour with a safety briefing before boarding your raft. Cruise the Mooloolah River while taking in the sights. See the local fish market, La Balsa Park, and some charming local houses. Admire the impressive Mooloolaba birdlife and meet some of the local Pelicans living at Point Cartwright. Check out the artwork featured on the Point Cartwright Lighthouse. Afterward, head to Mudjimba Island where you'll stop to view the local turtle population and learn about the Indigenous history that surrounds this interesting island.

Mooloolaba: Turtle Watching Boat Tour

3. Mooloolaba: Turtle Watching Boat Tour

Get up close with the wildlife of the Sunshine Coast on a boat tour from Mooloolaba wharf. Listen to educational onboard commentary from your local skipper. Sit back and relax in a comfortable seat with a high back as you cut through the water in a high-speed vessel. Feel the power of the engine as your skipper takes you to wildlife hot spots. Look for fish, turtles, and playful dolphins. See graceful sea birds and take a peak at what life is like below the waves with underwater cameras that live-stream what is happening below the ship in real time.

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What people are saying about Mooloolaba

Overall rating

5.0 / 5

based on 1 reviews

We have THE BEST fun , the skipper and the new staff member who was along for the ride were lovely and engaging. We had our children with us and they checked in before and after any fast hairy parts (kids gave them the all clear haha) We felt safe but also had a fun and adrenaline rush !! So glad we went, it was beautiful out on the water ! 10/10

We had 20 on our boat with lots of room to move about and of course no crowds. Everyone had a great view of the whales, sometimes very close. We saw another boat with 120 people onboard, too crowded

Fantastic experience, we were lucky enough to see a lot of whale activity and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Highly recommend going with Sunshine Coast Afloat.... Loved it!!

Best whale watching trip we’ve had. Saw some beauties and the crew were terrific. A great morning out!

Zoe was great, gave some great little bits of info and history but also a hell of a skipper.