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Each year, as many as 35,000 humpback whales cruise along the Eastern Seaboard and through the waters off \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255,255,255);\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E and its surrounding islands en route to warmer waters in the north.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJumping on a Brisbane whale watching tour is hands down the best way to witness these majestic giants on their 5,000-kilometre journey – the longest animal migration on Earth. But you can also spot the first pods making their way north from plenty of land-based lookouts. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EShort on time?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEvery winter, thousands of humpback whales migrate past Brisbane's coastline, making Moreton Bay one of the best places in Queensland to spot these gentle giants.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFor the quickest trip:\u003C/b\u003E Depart from Redcliffe with Brisbane Whale Watching.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETravelling with kids:\u003C/b\u003E Both Brisbane Whale Watching and Tangalooma Island Resort offer family-friendly experiences.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELooking for accessibility features:\u003C/b\u003E Brisbane Whale Watching offers accessible facilities onboard.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrefer to stay on land?\u003C/b\u003E Head to Cape Moreton on Mulgumpin (Moreton Island) or Point Lookout on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EKey Takeaways: Whale Watching in Brisbane\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWhale watching season near Brisbane runs from June to October, with some operators continuing into November.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAugust is generally considered peak whale-watching season.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETours depart from Redcliffe, Pinkenba and Mulgumpin (Moreton Island).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EHumpback whales are commonly seen breaching, tail slapping and travelling with calves.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EYou can also spot whales from Cape Moreton and Point Lookout without joining a tour.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAccessible whale-watching experiences are available near Brisbane.\u003Ca id=\"wheniswhaleseason\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"social_video_player":{"type":"youtube",":type":"teq/components/social-video-player","videoId":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UktYbNPSTNg&t=1s"},"text_763496482":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EWhen is whale watching season in Brisbane?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhale watching season in Brisbane and along the Gold Coast runs for five months (June to October), but one of the best times to spot a migrating mammoth on the ‘Humpback Highway’ is in August, when the annual migration is at its peak - so be sure to pencil that in your diary.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDuring whale watching season, tours run daily from Brisbane and \u003Ca title=\"Redcliffe\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da22880253d74c450df-redcliffe\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERedcliffe\u003C/a\u003E, as well as \u003Ca title=\"Mulgumpin (Moreton Island)\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/moreton-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMulgumpin's (Moreton Island)\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Tangalooma Island Resort\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d972880253d74c44fd7-tangalooma-island-resort\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETangalooma Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E, with a variety of tour options and departure times available to suit everyone’s travel itineraries \u003Ca id=\"whichtour\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Eand plans. 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style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ETangalooma Island Resort\u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EFull-day adventures, island experiences, wildlife lovers\u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003C/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: 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photographers\u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003Ctd\u003E \u003C/td\u003E\r\n\u003C/tr\u003E\u003C/tbody\u003E\u003C/table\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EBrisbane whale watching tours\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_362656877":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2022_BNE_Redcliffe_BrisbaneWhaleWatching_MarineLifeExperiences_TheEditSuite_153577.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2022_BNE_Redcliffe_BrisbaneWhaleWatching_MarineLifeExperiences_TheEditSuite_153577.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd07b935fbe730dc625-brisbane-whale-watching","alt":"humpback whale fully breaches out of the water","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/brisbane-whale-watching-tours-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_362656877.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1781503399575/2022-bne-redcliffe-brisbanewhalewatching-marinelifeexperiences-theeditsuite-153577.jpeg","uuid":"56f98aa1-e567-4b03-ab14-95cea2ead184","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Brisbane Whale Watching, Redcliffe, Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_1291229031":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EBrisbane Whale Watching\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhale watching from Redcliffe is run by \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane Whale Watching\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd07b935fbe730dc625-brisbane-whale-watching\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane Whale Watching\u003C/a\u003E, with daily cruises departing from \u003Ca title=\"Redcliffe Jetty\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-68db10f8a97460da4686eda0-redcliffe-jetty\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERedcliffe Jetty\u003C/a\u003E (45 minutes from the \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane City\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/brisbane-city\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane CBD\u003C/a\u003E). Step \u003Ca id=\"kids\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Eaboard Eye Spy and spot humpback whales breaching, blowing and playing just metres from the vessel.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFamilies\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFirst-time whale watchers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EVisitors staying in Brisbane\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAccessible travel\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWildlife enthusiasts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETicket options:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EDay Cruise - $160, includes a gourmet picnic box, licensed bar access and extensive expert commentary.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EPremium Cruise - $180, includes all Day Cruise inclusions and reserved window table on the main deck.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EVIP Ticket - $200, includes exclusive VIP lounge overlooking the wheelhouse, hostess service and priority boarding, plus lunch and complimentary drink.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EA portion of every ticket supports whale charities.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECruises board at 9:00am for a 10:00am departure, returning 2:00pm-2:30pm.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBrisbane and Sunshine Coast transfers are available.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ENo-whale guarantee: If you don’t spot whales, you’ll receive a complimentary cruise on the next available day.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWheelchair-accessible facilities available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAccessible bathroom onboard\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWhale sighting guarantee\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETransfers available from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ETangalooma Island Resort Day Cruises\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor an unforgettable whale watching Brisbane experience, \u003Ca title=\"Tangalooma Island Resort Day Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261dc2cbcbe7073adc2d0-tangalooma-island-resort-day-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETangalooma Island Resort runs\u003C/a\u003E tours from both \u003Ca title=\"Mulgumpin (Moreton Island)\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/moreton-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMulgumpin (Moreton Island)\u003C/a\u003E and Brisbane aboard one of Australia’s largest dedicated whale watching vessels. These Brisbane whale watching cruises depart from Holt Street Wharf in Pinkenba (an easy 15 minute drive from the CBD) and include return catamaran transfers across \u003Ca title=\"Moreton Bay Marine Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25fe87b935fbe730df506-moreton-bay-marine-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMoreton Bay Marine Park\u003C/a\u003E, a three-hour whale watching cruise and expert commentary from an eco ranger. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFamilies\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECouples\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWildlife lovers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EVisitors wanting to combine whale watching with an island day trip\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETicket options:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EClassic Day Cruise - $155 adults /$115 kids (3–14), includes a drink and light lunch.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EDay Cruise with Sunset Cocktails - $209 adults/$159 kids (3–14), includes a light lunch, day lounge access, sunset cocktail voucher and dolphin viewing from the jetty.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EDay Cruise with Whale Watching - $229 adults/$179 kids (3–14), includes drink, light lunch, day lounge access and wild dolphin feeding\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESea to Sky Day Cruise - $399 adults/$349 kids (3–14), includes a drink, light lunch, day lounge access, sunset cocktail voucher, a 12-minute helicopter flight and dolphin viewing from the jetty. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECruises depart Holt Street Wharf at 7:30am and 10am, and depart Tangalooma Island Resort at 4pm or 7pm depending on your ticket.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EOnsite car park available at Holt Street Wharf for $20 per vehicle per day.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EYour ticket gives you a \u003Ca title=\"Tangalooma Island guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/tangalooma-island-resort-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eresort access pass\u003C/a\u003E (pools, restaurants and bars - time permitting).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWhale sighting guarantee on every ticket.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhy choose this tour?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EIncludes access to Tangalooma Island Resort facilities\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EOpportunity to combine whale watching with dolphin experiences\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMultiple ticket options available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EConvenient departure from Brisbane \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text_copy_copy":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EGood to know before you book\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EJuly to September generally offers peak whale activity.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMorning departures often experience calmer conditions.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBring sunscreen, sunglasses and a light jacket.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMotion sickness tablets may help if you're sensitive to boat movement.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBook early during school holidays and weekends.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMost operators offer whale sighting guarantees.\u003Ca id=\"land\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"editorial_descriptio_635113529":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EWhere can you see whales from land near Brisbane?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"text_1853948538":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"landspots\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EPack a pair of binoculars, sunscreen, and head out on a clear, cloud-free day to spot humpback whales from land. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile Brisbane's mainland presents few whale whatching opportunities, head beyond Moreton Bay to these adventure-packed sand islands for ocean views and spout sightings galore.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECape Moreton, Mulgumpin (Moreton Island)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_1757111524":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2021_BNE_MoretonIsland_CapeMoretonlighthouse_Islands_143178.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2021_BNE_MoretonIsland_CapeMoretonlighthouse_Islands_143178.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25ff92cbcbe7073ad9dcd-cape-moreton-lighthouse","alt":"Family look out at ocean from Cape Moreton Lighthouse, Moreton Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/brisbane-whale-watching-tours-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1757111524.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1781503399735/2021-bne-moretonisland-capemoretonlighthouse-islands-143178.jpeg","uuid":"471c6acd-f73a-46da-9a51-9ea279be6f07","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Cape Moreton Lighthouse, Mulgumpin (Moreton Island), Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_783876990":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ELocated on the northeastern tip of \u003Ca title=\"Moreton Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/moreton-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMulgumpin (Moreton Island)\u003C/a\u003E, Cape Moreton offers sweeping ocean views. Home to the \u003Ca title=\"Cape Moreton Lighthouse\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25ff92cbcbe7073ad9dcd-cape-moreton-lighthouse\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape Moreton Lighthouse\u003C/a\u003E, visitors will have excellent visibility out over the ocean where whales are regularly spotted during the season, and dolphins, sharks and turtles are seen all year-round.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E4WD adventurers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWildlife photographers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EVisitors staying on Mulgumpin (Moreton Island)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow to get there: \u003C/b\u003ECape Moreton is accessible by 4WD from both North Point Beach and the eastern beach. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EPoint Lookout, Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_417031356":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/newsletters-au-and-nz/au-and-nz-january-2025/155027-2023_BNE_Minjerribah_NorthStradb-23.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/newsletters-au-and-nz/au-and-nz-january-2025/155027-2023_BNE_Minjerribah_NorthStradb-23.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b26132d5f1565045da4abb-point-lookout-mulumba","alt":"Three friends walk along cliffside coastal boardwalk","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/brisbane-whale-watching-tours-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_417031356.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1781503399821/155027-2023-bne-minjerribah-northstradb-23.jpeg","uuid":"17280988-a80b-4ae2-b6fe-efda089293ee","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Point Lookout, Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island), Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_1344061464":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWith migrating whales regularly seen just a few hundred metres off the coast of \u003Ca title=\"Things to do Minjerribah/North Stradbroke Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/fascinating-things-to-do-north-stradbroke-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMinjerribah\u003C/a\u003E (\u003Ca title=\"North Stradbroke Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/north-stradbroke-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENorth Stradbroke Island\u003C/a\u003E), Mulumba - 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