Unforgettable whale watching experience! We had the most incredible whale watching trip! We saw several humpback whales, including a mother and her calf. There were so many breaches and what looked like a teaching session between them — even a perfectly synchronized jump! It was breathtaking to see them so close. Truly an unforgettable and magical experience!

Whale of a time. We saw Dolphins and Humpback Whales! Sea was rough but we still found them, when I say we I spotted both Dolphins and Whales. But if I never Ocean Extreme had 4/5 boats out searching for them so we would have found them. It was 2 days before end of season. So even if it’s near the end of season still book you’re likely to see them. Tour guide was brilliant, knew a lot about Humpback Whales.

A Great Experience Absolutely great experience, many sightings of a female humpback with calf. Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. Provided with v warm jacket, which was a godsend. The speed of the boat took a bit of getting used to (I’m 60), but didn’t phase the younger members of the trip at all! In any event the captain was v reassuring. Would love to do it again sometime.

Great trip, great company Captain was professional, friendly & very informative. The trip lasted over two hours.
We travelled quite a distance, the rib was comfortable & we were given a qualify waterproof jacket to wear.
The captain e-mailed photos of our trip to all on board which was a really nice gesture.
Well worth the money.
Would definitely whale watch again with Oceans Extreme..

What a fantastic experience this was!
We headed out on a great speedy and comfortable boat through Sydney’s heads in search of whales. We had dolphins playing alongside us as we went, and not long afterwards we had the great joy of seeing mother and calf humpback whales double breaching. A breathtaking and very special sight.
We stayed close enough for a great view, but at a respectful distance to ensure the whales space was not intruded on, for a good 40 minutes, watching them swim, play, and breach multiple times.
Our driver and guide was a lovely, knowledgeable man who gave us a great deal of insight into the facts and habits about these magnificent creatures.
Then an exhilarating, speedy ride back into the harbour.
2 of the best hours we have spent in our lives.
Thank you Ocean Extreme for making a long standing dream come true.
We will definitely be back!
Kristen & Mike

very professional illustration Absolutely amazing from start to finish! The crew was super friendly, funny, and clearly knew what they were doing, which made the whole trip feel safe and exciting. The boat ride itself was thrilling — fast, smooth, and gave us incredible views of Sydney’s coastline. Seeing the whales up close was just breathtaking; they came so near that we could truly appreciate their size and beauty. Our family loved every minute of it. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Sydney — totally worth it and unforgettable! 🐋✨

We were super fortunate to head out and see these whales in action! The whole experience was awesome from start to finish. You could really tell the crew were experienced and went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable. Seeing the whales was an absolute bonus, but what made the trip truly special was learning about their behaviour and hearing all the fun facts Blake shared along the way. It was one of those experiences that would have been worthwhile even if we hadn’t seen any whales at all.

Had the best time! Thank you for an amazing experience. The boat ride alone was such a thrill! Our captain was very knowledgeable. We’ve learnt some fun facts about whales, got a wave from a calf and saw a mum nearby 🤩. Great activity for a date or a fun day out with friends. Also, may have been sad to give the cool spray jacket back.

Wow, what a trip Nature at its best. The whale-watching by speed boat was thrilling and a wonderful experience. We saw loads of hump back whales and would highly recommend this tour company and experience when the whales are migrating.

Incredible day on the ocean today with Tane and Sean. Thank you for a wonderful experience. The whales were beautiful. We saw Mum and calf of two separate families, active and breaching all the time. It was so amazing. They were close within about 100 m and we were very respectful of their space and migration South. Excellent trip!

Best trip ever . Whale watching Unbelievable trip saw so many whales . Mother and baby breaching . Absolutely fantastic! Sean and his mate were wonderful . Can’t recommend it enough !

Absolutely brilliant experience start to finish. Saw 3 pods of whales within 15 minutes and our guide was so good, sharing detailed knowledge. We felt safe, the boat is fantastic and way better than the big boats as you feel so close to the action. Best money I’ve spent in years !! Thank you !!

Amazing experience We had an amazing whale-watching experience with Ocean Extreme! Emily and her colleague were very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting facts about whale behavior. We were lucky to see whales swimming and even “playing” near the boat. We also got access to the great photos taken by the crew. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who appreciates personal guidance and the thrill of a speedboat adventure!

Sunrise, Dolphins & Whales Sunrise, dolphins & whales - Phenomenal morning! Sean & Martin were welcoming, informative and enthusiastic. Even if you were going by yourself you’d have a great time. Easily the best experience. We were so close to the whales that we could hear them calling in the water. The pod of 7 were so active and kept breaching, I cried!

Had a great day with Tane on Orca11.
Tane is very passionate and has a lot of info to share. Excellent and personable customer service 😁
A group of four whales were just hanging out and we had two close encounters. Within a few metres of the boat one massive beast was standing its flippers out of the water and spy holing. Fantastic experience.

Amazing experience, saw pods of whales as soon as we set off and all the way through to the end. The organisers were great, told us loads of information about the whales and the journey. Booked for my birthday and what a good start to the next year! Thanks ocean extreme team!

Maximise your chance to spot a whale It was fantastic morning out; - what a way to witness, learn and be in awe of these beautiful creatures. Great guide, super fast boat and an added bonus to see Sydney Harbour from the water. An all-around wonderful experience. Do it.

Not to be missed experience It was a great experience. Our guide/skipper was knowledgeable. We saw adult, juvenile and baby whales. Appreciated we were sent the photos taken by the guide. The speedboat trip in itself was thrilling.

Went out on the OSPREY with Leah and Martin yesterday for a whale-watching tour, and it was absolutely unbelievable! 🐋 😭

Leah shared so many fascinating facts about the whales, and together with Martin, they coordinated with other boats to find the best spots—so we got to see pods breaching, fin slapping, and just playing in the water. Every moment was just magical! 🥹

The OSPREY is a larger boat with seats and a roof, making it spacious and comfortable, while still giving us those thrilling bursts of speed (so much fun!). We ended up returning to shore a little later than planned because we were completely captivated by an incredible gathering of whales—totally worth it! 🐋🐋🐋🐋🐋

Customer service was fantastic from start to finish—friendly, helpful, and super quick to respond.

I highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to get up close with whales in a fun, knowledgeable, and professional way.

Thank you so much—I can’t wait to come back and maybe try one of the other boats next time for a different adventure! 💕💕

We had an absolutely amazing time on our whale watching trip! 🌊🐋 Not only did we have the incredible opportunity to actually see whales up close, but the whole experience was made even better by our two wonderful skippers. They were so passionate and enthusiastic, sharing lots of fascinating facts and insights about these majestic animals.

We had an amazing day out with Ocean Extreme, really recommend the Orca boat as a super fun and fast experience with a small group of people. Cassie was very knowledgeable on the whales and we were lucky with great weather and lots of whales. If you’re keen to see the humpback highway, definitely go with this team!

The real question is do people come to see the whales or meet Sean? This was my third trip with Ocean Extreme, on the first two occasions we saw very little of the whales however this trip we were very lucky - they stuck around our boat for around an hour and were very curious - we even had a breach. A great couple of hours out on the water whether or not you get to see them showing off. Thanks to Sean and the team for your hospitality as always.

100% recommend! Everything was perfect! We didn’t see whales on our first trip, but the crew warned us that the waves were big and offered us the option to reschedule. They also told us that if we decided to go and didn’t see any whales, we could come back again for free. I enjoy a bit of adventure, and even with the waves it was fun. They provided jackets to keep us warm.
On our second attempt, the weather was beautiful and we saw around six different whales. The experience was truly unforgettable! The crew was amazing—very friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer all our questions.
100% recommend!

Once in a lifetime opportunity to see Humpback Whales off Sydney! Exceptional trip to view Humpback Whales migrating past Sydney. After seeing a lone whale, we were lucky to find an active pod of four whales. It was an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Oh, and it also included views of Sydney, and the famous Opera House, from the Harbour as we were going into and out of the Tasman Sea. Our captain, Blake, was a skilled and knowledgeable guide with Ocean Extreme. The only thing we did not get to see was a full breach (leap out othe water), as shown in the photo. These only happen one out of three trips, according to the guide.

Had an incredible time( with Mom) with Ocean Extreme! The staff were super experienced and calm, made us feel safe the whole way. We were also lucky to have a super sunny day, so don’t forget sunscreen. It was windy out, but the windshields worked great. The whole trip was a TOTALLY worth it one.

We thoroughly enjoyed whale watching with Ocean Extreme. We were very lucky to see 2 whales fully breaching - although seeing whales fully breaching is not guaranteed when whale watching. Our guide Sean was full of great whale facts. We appreciated the professional photos sent to us after our trip. Thank you to Martin for driving the boat so capably.
Highly recommend Ocean Extreme for whale watching in Sydney.

Add to your bucket list! Awesome adventure. Fantastic experience, we got to see two whales travelling together. Loads of tail and fin slapping on the surface. Weather at 11am was reasonably calm. Both Paul and Martin were excellent guide/Captain and we learnt lots of information. Great day out!

AMAZING!! Boats are modern and quick…we got out to the whales in no time. As we watched two humpbacks do some nice flute dives, our guide spotted two whales breaching, so we heading off to see them. We must have seen 50 full breaches!!! Just awesome!! They smacked their pectoral fins, and lept high so many times!! Just wonderful. Our guide, Kathy, was super nice and knowledgeable…given the “show” was so spectacular, she stayed out longer than the allotted time. Wonderful afternoon!!!

Phenomenal whale tour My partner and I had a phenomenal experience with Ocean Extreme. The online booking process was a breeze and Dion was very helpful with booking queries. We took the Osprey Boat from Circular Quay with Martin and Paul - they were both professional, knowledgeable & very friendly. The boat was small providing an intimate experience without the crowds, but also extremely fast so that you could find and go between whale pods very quickly. They also provided wind-proof jackets. We were extremely lucky to see 6 humpbacks, common dolphins & sea birds. The humpbacks we saw graced us with non-stop breaches - we’ve never seen anything like it! We appreciated receiving photos of the whales we saw. We highly recommend this company and will definitely be returning for more whale watching tours.

BEST DAY EVER! We got on the boat at Circular Quay easy to find and very organised.

We were lucky to see a mother and a calf breach several times absolutely breathtaking and a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Great views of the Opera House and harbour as you come back in!

Our guide (sorry, I’ve forgotten his name) was fantastic really knowledgeable and a fun guy.

Highly recommend Ocean Extreme for your whale watching adventure!

Unforgettable Experience Our boat trip to see the whales was an amazing experience that we won’t forget! Everything was well thought through - they gave us jackets on arrival that kept us warm when we ventured out to sea. The journey was sometimes bumpy but we felt safe the whole time. We came across three different pods of whales and cruised alongside them. We even saw a whale breaching! Our guide, Blake, was great at spotting the whales and getting us in prime position. Whilst we waited for the whales to surface, he told us some very interesting information. In total we saw around 6-8 different whales. Highly recommended!

I was recommended Ocean Extreme by a friend. She did her research, and went on a couple of other tours but said these guys were the best in Sydney and she’s right. She didn’t see whales on her first tour but did on her second free one because of their “whale sighting guaranteed” policy.

My family and I went on the 8am Extreme boat with Blake. It was a beautifully clear day and we managed to find 3 pods of whales, one of which was very active. We got to see 3 breaches and there were plenty of tail flips. Had a fantastic time, it was a phenomenal experience! Might come back and do it again next year.

A must do if you are here during the migration season. We had heaps of fun riding in their vessel - Extreme at speeds above 40knots (I’m guessing here). We spotted a pair of humpback whales during our 8am sailing. There were tail flips but no whale breach 😅 nonetheless it was an unforgettable experience coming so close to the humpbacks.

Get on the boat with Blake I didn't know what to expect. I thought, "well if I see one whale and get a picture, that'll be worth it". HOLY HANNAH! Once we got out of the bay and into more open water, WE WERE SURROUNDED. Saw and stayed with 4 pods, a female and her calf sometimes accompanied by an additional adult female. The calves were especially active and several times completely leapt out of the water. Our guide/boat captain/owner of this small company, Blake, is a whale whisperer. The funniest thing I remember from the trip was Blake kind of saying under his breath "Damn, it's so much more difficult when there are so many whales around ". I couldn't stop laughing. Oh, and here's a bonus .we were contacted/escorted by about 12 dolphins that were coming right up to and swimming under our boat. You have to do this tour.

Incredible!! The most incredible experience whale watching. We spotted a mother and baby humpback whale very early into our searching and the baby treated us by breaching at least 6 times during our tour.

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and experienced out on the seas. Despite the conditions being a bit choppy our guide was able to bring us in and out of the harbour (at speed!) comfortably whilst it still being a thrilling experience.

Speedboat and whale watching The speedboat ride alone was really fun. Guides are great at finding whales. Great activity to do while in Sydney that just takes 2-3 hours.

Amazing experience It was amazing experiences. I liked Orca boat which is suitable only for 12 people. It was stable on the ocean and we had a good view and capitan told us many interesting infos about whales. And we saw whales - mother with baby 🤩

This is THE ONLY valid option to experience whale watching in Sydney, because this company is amazing! Do not take in consideration other companies because they are a waste of money and time. Ocean Extreme is fantastic, the boats are not too big so you can actually go closer to the whales and enjoy the Australian waves! The guy explained a lot about the whales and he was friendly and kind. The experience was great and I totally recommend doing the whale watching with Ocean Extreme. I took beautiful videos but can’t upload them here.

It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We had a great view of humpback whales tail-slapping, and swimming towards our boat.

2 hours time was just right, we had plenty of time to spot and follow the whales without being rushed.

Sean, our guide, gave us plenty of insights into whale behaviors.

After the trip, we got whale photos from the day, which added a nice touch to the experience

Sea spray We whizzed out from
Manly on a rib with unfeasible amounts of thrust sitting on bows and enjoyed bouncing over the swell. At sea saw a pod of three humpbacks which we followed for an hour or so - magical. Recommended - but not if you get seasick or don’t like wind (and sea spray) in your hair.

Brilliant whale watching experience My girlfriend and I did this tour together in October. There was a large pod just outside the mouth of the harbour and many more further out!
The tour was incredible and definitely worth it. The experience of our guide Blake really showed, he was able to get us in great positions to view the whales and even spotted a pair of large sea Eagles on the way back into the harbour!
Would definitely recommend!

Had a wonderful time. I would seriously pick this experience. We saw whales but the best bit was cruising in our navy seal boat. Awesome guys 5 stars from us

Another great voyage with the Ocean Extreme team. They have a unique blend of wonderful team members who are skilled mariners, safely navigating the sometimes crazy Tasman Sea. They have a fondness for the whales and regale us with tidbits of information while we wait for the whales to surface again, keeping us entertained throughout the voyage. Their small boats mean we are closer to the water for the best views, and they are uniquely equipped to move from place to place when whale activity is seen. Great people offering a great service for a great price.

Ocean Extreme offers a thrilling experience that’s hard to beat! The up-close views of the wildlife were incredible, and the whole adventure was unforgettable. I also appreciate their great booking policy—when our first trip didn’t go as planned, they offered us a free rebooking for the next day. The second time was the charm, and we were able to see the whales, which was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend this for anyone looking for an exciting and memorable adventure!

Worth it! It was great to be out on the water and we saw a lot of whales! Six in fact. Our boat driver and guide was very helpful and did a nice job. Did not get wet, the provided wind breaker was comfortable and helpful. Consider sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.

Highly recommended What a great morning - a fun speed boat ride and a short time after we got out of the harbour, there were whales either side. The captain shared lots of information too. The length of the trip was just right - highly recommended.

Once in a lifetime experience 10/10 experience. Once in a lifetime! . Sean and Martin were amazing! Great hosts, think they were the lucky charm as a whale came out to play! Went as a birthday treat and it was incredible! Was so close to the whales and got amazing photos! Would so recommend!

Best birthday gift Such a must have to do in Sydney 🐳

We spend a magic morning with my boyfriend. Thank you to the crew, they even gave us extra time to watch whales

✨ I really recommend to choose them ✨

Best in the business Best in the business! Always an amazing time with Blake and the crew. Gone on multiple trips on mult boats. Always great. Highly recommend the smaller boats for adventurous people wanting to get closer to the water.

Whale watching After having this experience cancelled twice in two years due to inclement weather, we had our fingers crossed for the day to go ahead. A knowledgeable and experienced skipper guided us through the Sydney Heads from Manly and out into the Tasman Sea. We tracked two whales travelling north in search of warmer waters. Managed to get in close to take photos but my photos don’t do these amazing creatures justice. Thankfully, Ocean Extreme sent me photos taken by the skipper who had a long-lensed camera. An awesome day on the ocean - highly recommended.

If you want to go out to sea (no pun intended) with professionals who know what they’re doing, where to go to see these whales and have so much useful knowledge about whales - Ocean Extreme is the absolute best! We went on the smaller and faster of these speed boats with Tane at the wheel and in charge of our fun and safety. Tane was amazing- He was so patient and really wanting us to receive a great experience from our 2pm booking, he even stayed out longer, sow we could have the ultimate experience. We ended our tour, seeing a whale breach the water! (Photo enclosed). It was so good. I would also like to thank Ocean Extreme for the extra jackets, I brought a jacket, but having the extra jacket from them on, kept me definitely warm! I am going to bring my tourist family members to this experience as they will love it! Book it in and have this experience with Ocean Extreme asap as they fill up fast too. Happy whale watching!

Amazing experience, Thank you to Blake for showing us an amazing morning watching these beautiful giants of the sea. Blake who is also the owner of the business was extremely knowledgable and almost had a sixth sense about where the whales would be. I will be back in October for another day out when they whales migrate through Sydney again. Also thank you to Sean for his fabulous Irish humour :)

Sean and Martin provided a great experience, from making sure we had as many opportunities as possible to see the whale pods during the excursion, to sharing their expert knowledge on these majestic creatures and even making sure each guest was as comfortable as possible. Highly recommended.

Ocean Extreme honored their 'see a whale guarantee' after a whale no-show. We were able to rebook before leaving Sydney with no hassle and had the most amazing experience. All the staff are friendly and the boat trip was so much fun... With whales and dolphins to make a truly memorable experience ❤️

Incredible experience!!! We saw a pod of 3 whales!!! Staff were great and very informative, we had the best day with ocean extreme on the orca boat!! Perfect way to end our trip in Australia???? Highly recommend !!

Incredible trip of a lifetime whale watching at its finest! My daughter kindly arranged this whale watching experience whilst I was visiting Sydney. From start to finish this was one of the most memorable experiences I have ever done. The skipper was excellent very knowledgeable and we felt totally safe under his captaincy. The boat was roomy and comfortable. We headed out of Sydney harbour and the views were impressive. Once out in the seas it was thrilling waiting to see the incredible Humpbacks and boy did we see them absolutely amazing site to see them breach high up in the air and splash down so close to us. We got some fabulous photos of the trip. I would highly recommend this company. Thank you so much Dawn & Jasmine x

Outstanding whale watching trip from Manly Friday's whale-watching trip with Ocean Extreme was the BEST and most exciting whale watching excursion I have ever done. We must have seen >50 whale breaches. Being at water-level in the zodiac boat made it more spectacular We were able to manouvre very quickly to where the whales were. As soon as I finished i thought about other family and friends that I can buy this trip for as a present. Can't wait to go again ! The guide was excellent.

Brilliant! Magnificent! Awesome! Words is not enough to describe the experience of whale watching with Ocean Extreme. We saw several humpback whale cubs and adult whales. They did everything whales do on Discovery Channel or National Geographic shows: jumping out of the water, beating their tails, water spraying, even singing. Boat is fast and comfortable, crew is very friendly and professional, group is small so there’s no need to jostle to get perfect views. Trip took about two hours, that was enough. Can absolutely recommend Ocean Extreme for whale watching in Sydney????

The best ones Brilliant! Magnificent! Awesome! Words is not enough to describe the experience of whale watching with Ocean Extreme. We saw several humpback whale cubs and adult whales. They did everything whales do on Discovery Channel or National Geographic shows: jumping out of the water, beating their tails, water spraying, even singing. Boat is fast and comfortable, crew is very friendly and professional, group is small so there’s no need to jostle to get perfect views. Trip took about two hours, that was enough. Can absolutely recommend Ocean Extreme for whale watching in Sydney

Once in a lifetime experience The coolest experience I’ve ever been on! We saw whales breaching multiple times during the whole trip.