Moreton Island: Tangalooma Whale Watching & Dolphin Feeding
ID: GYG161382-242508
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Travel from Brisbane to Moreton Island by ferry. Spend the morning relaxing at the beach, pool or bar. At midday, venture on your 3-hour whale watching cruise with lunch. Sightings are guaranteed! Finally, hand-feed wild dolphins at sunset with the crew.
When you check in at the wharf, the staff will communicate all tour times of the day to guests. You'll then travel from Brisbane to Moreton Island on a scenic ferry ride. You may choose to enjoy a complimentary beverage either on the boat ride over or the return journey.
Arrive at beautiful Moreton Island after approximately 75 minutes and spend some time exploring the island at your own leisure. You will have full access to the various pools, cafes, restaurants, bars, and of course - the beach!
At approximately 12:00 PM, depart for your 3-hour whale-watching cruise. The vessel is a smooth-sailing comfortable catamaran - the perfect vantage point to spot whales in the water. Enjoy full commentary that will explain the habitats and behaviors of these amazing creatures. A light lunch, coffee, tea, and refreshments will be served on board.
Then, if you choose, you can enjoy the "Discover the World of Dolphins" presentation at the Eco Centre at 3:15 PM. If not, you can explore the island at your leisure until sunset.
Then, make your way to the jetty for the wild dolphin feeding program. Witness majestic pod of dolphins visiting the shallow shore and see them play together until it’s time to be fed. Each one has its own special personality and you’ll learn from the experts about their quirky ways.
Now it's time to get up close and personal! Follow an expert into the shallow water and hand-feed fish to a wild bottlenose dolphin. Be assisted by the Dolphin Care Team, consisting of Eco Rangers and dedicated staff who operate under strict guidelines to ensure the protection of the dolphins.
At approximately 7:00 PM, you'll leave the island and travel back to Brisbane, arriving at 8:15 PM.
Highlights
- Hand feed a wild bottlenose dolphin
- Take a 3-hour whale watching cruise
- Enjoy a light lunch served on board the Whale Watching Cruise
- Enjoy the various restaurants, bars, pools and beach at Tangalooma Island Resort
- Learn about the whales and dolphins from a passionate Eco Ranger
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The dolphin feeding experience is dependent on dolphin attendance, tides, and weather conditions.
• Tour return time varies throughout the year according to sunset times. Tour departs Moreton Island at approximately 7 PM in Winter and 7:30 PM in Autumn and Spring. Tour returns back to Brisbane approximately 75 minutes later.
• Wear something you do not mind getting wet for the dolphin feeding experience.
• Some of the activities and tours are physically demanding and may pose a health or safety risk. For safety reasons, please advise if you are suffering from any injury, medical conditions (such as pregnancy, epilepsy, or cardiovascular conditions), disability, disease, or illness that may be aggravated by participation in or may interfere with your ability to safely participate.
• Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking. Fulfilment of dietary requests is subject to availability.
INCLUDED
- Return boat transfer from Brisbane
- Day pass access to Tangalooma Island Resort and full use of facilities (pools, restaurants and bars)
- 1 standard beverage on the boat transfer (soft drink, tea, coffee, or water)
- Whale-watching cruise
- Light lunch on board the cruise
- Eco Rangers assistance
- Discover the World of Dolphins’ presentation
- Wild dolphin feeding experience
- Access to day lounge
NOT INCLUDED
- Dolphin feeding photo
- Additional snacks, drinks and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
