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Noosa: Epic Whale Watching Ocean Kayak Tour & Beach 4X4

By Epic Ocean Adventures Noosa
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$215 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Amazing whale encounters the eco way by ocean kayaks
  • Australia's most unique whale watching experience
  • National Park & 4x4 adventure, seeing whales on a thrilling beach drive
  • Crystal clear waters of Honeymoon Bay & ancient coloured sand cliffs
  • A natural whale sanctuary

Activity location

    • Great Sandy National Park
    • Gympie, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 60 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia | In front of The J Noosa Theatre Venue, Bus pull out area with bench seat
    • Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia

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Noosa: Epic Whale Watching Ocean Kayak Tour & Beach 4X4

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
NZ$214.77 x 1 AdultNZ$214.77
Total
Price is NZ$214.77
Until Sun, 31 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Whale watching and wildlife encounters on offer on the day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided ocean kayaking
  • What's includedWhat's included
    4X4 beach drive experience
  • What's includedWhat's included
    National Park entry
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    Aquatic equipment
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    Local knowledge commentary
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    Time for a swim or relax on the beach
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Light snacks & water.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel Transfers

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets
  • Not suitable for: Children under 7 years, Non-swimmers, People over 220 lbs (100 kg), People with heart problems

What you can expect

Experience extraordinary whale encounters in the most natural and low-impact way possible — by ocean kayak in the pristine Great Sandy National Park.

This is whale watching without engines, noise, or crowds. Just us and the ocean — allowing for a truly respectful and immersive wildlife experience that larger boat tours simply can’t offer.

Our fully guided kayak tours are designed around a “paddles up” approach, meaning we never chase or disturb marine life. Instead, we observe whales on their terms, creating safe, natural encounters that align with conservation and responsible wildlife tourism.

During the whale migration season, humpbacks are commonly seen from the moment we begin our scenic 4x4 beach drive along Noosa North Shore. Once on the water, sightings can range from very close, unforgettable encounters to more distant surface activity — all depending entirely on the whales and their natural behaviour. Every tour is different, and that’s exactly what makes it special.

Beyond whales, you may also encounter dolphins, turtles, and rays throughout the journey.

The destination, Double Island Point, is a truly unique National Park location. Accessed only by 4x4 through Noosa North Shore and Teewah Beach, Double Island Point feels worlds away from busy Noosa and tourist boat routes. This remote setting means fewer crowds, cleaner waters, and a more authentic connection to nature.

Each year, around 40,000 humpback whales migrate along this coastline, with some resting in the calm waters of Double Island Point with their calves — offering rare and unforgettable wildlife moments in a truly protected environment.

What makes this tour so unique compared to other whale watching experiences?

Unlike standard whale watching boat tours, this experience is a full-day eco adventure into the remote Great Sandy National Park from Noosa.

Your tour includes:

  • Scenic 4x4 beach transport through the National Park
  • Access to remote coastal locations unreachable by regular vehicles
  • Small group guided ocean kayaking
  • Quiet, low-impact whale encounters with no engine noise
  • A more personal and immersive wildlife experience
  • Opportunities to encounter dolphins, turtles, rays and more
  • Time spent in pristine natural surroundings far from crowded tourist vessels
  • Crystal clear waters of Honeymoon Bay & ancient coloured sand cliffs
  • A natural whale sanctuary

Rather than viewing whales from a large boat amongst crowds, our tours focus on respectful encounters in nature, allowing wildlife experiences to happen naturally and on the whales’ terms.

This is more than just whale watching — it’s a complete Great Sandy National Park adventure experience.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Great Sandy National Park
    • Gympie, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 60 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia | In front of The J Noosa Theatre Venue, Bus pull out area with bench seat
    • Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia