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For the classic whale-watching experience, join a cruise in search of migrating humpbacks. For something a little more unusual, head out to the Great Barrier Reef during dwarf minke whale season.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EJoin a dedicated whale-watching cruise\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDuring humpback season, cruises leave Cairns and head into the Coral Sea, putting you out where the whales actually are.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn board, you’ll have expert commentary to help you spot and identify whales and learn more about their annual migration. Watch the horizon for a spout, a splash or a breach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMost whale-watching trips operate as half-day or full-day cruises, making it easy to add a whale encounter to a Cairns holiday without committing to a multi-day expedition.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECairns Whale Watching\u003C/b\u003E runs the region's only dedicated humpback cruise, departing Reef Fleet Terminal at 8.30am or 10.45am. The 90-minute cruise heads into the Coral Sea before dropping you at \u003Ca title=\"Fitzroy Island\" aria-label=\"Fitzroy Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d517b935fbe730dba51-fitzroy-island\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EFitzroy Island\u003C/a\u003E for a few hours of beach time. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ELook for dwarf minke whales on the Great Barrier Reef\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to swap a quick whale-watching cruise for a proper reef adventure? During the dwarf minke whale season, join a \u003Ca title=\"Must-do guided tours in Cairns & Great Barrier Reef\" aria-label=\"Must-do guided tours in Cairns & Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/guided-tours-cairns-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef expedition\u003C/a\u003E to the northern reef, where these whales gather each winter.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOnly a handful of operators are licensed to run in-water dwarf minke encounters, and two of them sail from Cairns.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Mike Ball Dive Expeditions\" aria-label=\"Mike Ball Dive Expeditions\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e012cbcbe7073ad7664-mike-ball-dive-expeditions\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMike Ball Dive Expeditions\u003C/a\u003E has been running minke expeditions since 1996, with 3, 4 and 7-night trips to the Ribbon Reefs. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Spirit Of Freedom\" aria-label=\"Spirit Of Freedom\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25ecdaeeeaaf773cf1284-spirit-of-freedom\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESpirit of Freedom\u003C/a\u003E runs 3-night and 4-night Minke Whale, Cod Hole and Ribbon Reef expeditions, available in June and July only. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBoth include a scenic flight and days of diving and snorkelling alongside the whale time.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_140133734":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Expect\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhat to expect when whale watching in Cairns\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1211543694":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhale watching in Cairns can mean anything from a few hours on the Coral Sea to several days exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Whichever trip you choose, you're heading out in search of wild animals, so sightings and behaviours can’t be guaranteed. That’s part of the adventure – you never quite know when or where one will surface.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWhat should you bring?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPack the essentials for time on the water: sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, water and a camera. A light jacket or extra layer is also handy, as it can feel cooler out on the water than it does on land.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re prone to seasickness, consider taking motion-sickness medication before you board and choose a spot on the boat with less movement, such as the centre of the vessel.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd don't forget to leave a little room on your camera roll. You’ll want it.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EHow should you plan your trip?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPlan your trip around the whale you want to see. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERemember to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECheck the whale season and tour dates before booking.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBook ahead if you’re travelling during the peak whale-watching months.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECheck the minimum age and fitness requirements for your chosen tour.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPack reef-safe sun protection, a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ETake seasickness medication if you’re prone to motion sickness.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFollow your crew’s instructions and give whales plenty of space.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEyes on the water. You came for a humpback, but the reef has a habit of throwing in turtles, dolphins and a sunset you didn't book.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_715185251":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"See\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ECan you see whales from Cairns without booking a whale-watching tour?\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1846349109":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EYes, but spotting a whale from the Cairns coastline is more luck than strategy. Humpbacks travel through offshore waters, so your chances are far better once you're out on the Coral Sea. For the best chance of seeing humpback whales, book a dedicated whale-watching cruise. These tours head specifically into the whales’ habitat and have experienced crews who know what signs to look for.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou don't have to book a whale tour to get lucky though. Reef day trips from Cairns run right through whale season, and accredited operators like \u003Ca title=\"Passions of Paradise\" aria-label=\"Passions of Paradise\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25deaaeeeaaf773cf00cd-passions-of-paradise\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPassions of Paradise\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay Cruises\" aria-label=\"Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5a7b956a4e27c963634ca9a1-ocean-spirit-michaelmas-cay-cruises\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOcean Spirit Michaelmas Cay Cruises\u003C/a\u003E both sail from Reef Fleet Terminal into the Coral Sea, where humpbacks are travelling during their annual migration.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1578511656":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"FAQs\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhale watching in Cairns FAQs\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1984511384":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EWhen is whale season in Cairns?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHumpback season runs from July to September. July and August are the sweet spot.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWhat are the best months for whale watching in Cairns?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJuly and August are the best months for seeing humpback whales around Cairns. For dwarf minke whales, plan your trip for June or July.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWhat whales can you see in Cairns?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe two main species are humpback whales and dwarf minke whales. Humpbacks can be seen migrating through the Coral Sea, while dwarf minkes visit the northern Great Barrier Reef around June and July.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECan you swim with whales in Cairns?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYes, but only with dwarf minke whales, and only on permitted Great Barrier Reef expeditions during minke season (around June and July). These encounters run under strict guidelines designed to protect both the whales and people in the water.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EHow much does whale watching in Cairns cost?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA half-day humpback whale-watching cruise from Cairns costs from AU$159 per adult and AU$89 per child, including time on Fitzroy Island. Multi-day dwarf minke whale expeditions are a bigger commitment, from around AU$2,500 per person for three nights, because you're paying for several days of liveaboard diving, snorkelling and reef time as well as the whale encounters.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EAre whale sightings guaranteed on tours from Cairns?\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENo. Whales are wild animals, so sightings and whale behaviours can't be guaranteed. 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