An Experience
Whale Watching with Ocean Extreme
Sydney Harbour opens straight out into some of the best whale-watching water on the east coast, and Ocean Extreme is who I've used (twice now) to go find them. It's an absolute must-do, especially in October, when you'll see the calves learning how to breach.
My experience & recommendations
- We departed from Circular Quay. Ocean Extreme also runs from Manly and Rose Bay.
- We've done it on both their boats: the bigger, smoother OSPREY, and the smaller, faster EXTREME. Fun, but seriously bumpy if you land a choppy day.
- First time out, we didn't see a single whale (apparently genuinely rare), so they rebooked us for free.
- Bring sunglasses (100%) and sunscreen. Non-negotiable out on the water.
