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The 15 Best Whale Watching Trips with Lunch Worldwide

32 tours  ·  from $59 a head

Good whale watching trips with lunch sell out weeks ahead in season and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim - Finding pilot whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca sanctuary
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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

1.Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,573 reviews · 3 - 4.5 hours · from $59Our pick

From Puerto Colón, you’ll cruise Tenerife’s Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary with a multilingual guide, looking for pilot whales and dolphins through open decks and 16 underwater windows. Choose a three-hour swim and lunch trip to Diego Hernández Bay, or the 4.5-hour route to Masca and Los Gigantes. Lunch, drinks, and vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.

“We saw both whales and dolphins on the tour. It was very nice!”

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Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast - Sydney Harbour views before the whale search
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Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

2.Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 878 reviews · from $74

Cruise from Sydney Harbour past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Manly Beach, Watsons Bay, and The Gap before searching for humpback whales in the Pacific. Choose breakfast or a BBQ lunch, listen to live commentary, and keep motion-sickness medicine close. The cruise runs May to November and returns to the starting point.

“Had a wonderful boat trip from Sydney harbour in November. Very well organised and for all ages. Staff so helpful and informative. I knew the migration season was ending but was still hopeful of seeing some and this trip didn’t disappoint.”

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Brisbane: Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch - Boarding MV Eye Spy
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Brisbane: Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch

3.Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 448 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $113

Set out from the Redcliffe Peninsula aboard the multi-million-dollar MV Eye Spy for a five-hour whale-watching cruise in Moreton Bay. Captain Kerry Lopez and her crew guide you toward humpback whales, explain their behavior, and serve a fresh picnic lunchbox. Brisbane hotel pickup is available, and every ticket helps fund whale research.

“It was just amazing. The whales came so close to the boat. Highly recommended.”

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Adeje: Whale Watching, Lunch & Swim Stop at Los Gigantes - Watching pilot whales and dolphins off Tenerife
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Adeje: Whale Watching, Lunch & Swim Stop at Los Gigantes

4.Adeje: Whale Watching, Lunch & Swim Stop at Los Gigantes

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 446 reviews · 5 hours · from $64

Sail from Puerto Colón on Shogun, a traditional wooden schooner, for five hours along Tenerife’s southwest coast. Look for year-round pilot whales and dolphins, stop in Masca Bay for swimming, and eat lunch beneath the cliffs of Los Gigantes. A multilingual crew, including guide Andy, keeps the trip friendly and lively.

“Overall it was a good experience. The staff was very friendly and funny. The boat was picturesque and clean. The music was pleasant. The food was plentiful. We saw whales up close and made a stop at the beautiful Los Gigantes cliffs. However, there are some drawbacks to know in advance: the type of boat sways a lot during the trip, so if you suffer from seasickness you should not go. Several people have been very sick during the crossing. I chose not to eat lunch included in the price so as not to get too sick, so I paid for nothing. The transport service is only useful if you…”

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Fijian Islands and Snorkel Full-Day Whales Tale Cruise including Beach BBQ Lunch - Four Mamanuca Islands on the way out
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Fijian Islands and Snorkel Full-Day Whales Tale Cruise including Beach BBQ Lunch

5.Fijian Islands and Snorkel Full-Day Whales Tale Cruise including Beach BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 408 reviews · from $117

Spend about seven hours aboard the 100-foot Whale’s Tale schooner and at a private island in Fiji’s Mamanuca group. You’ll pass Malamala, Vunavadra, Bounty, and Treasure islands, enjoy a champagne-style breakfast, snorkel with provided gear, and eat a fresh beach BBQ. Hotel pickup, drinks, and a friendly Fijian crew are included.

“Best day in Fiji- a lovely view of the islands, such a friendly crew, and a beautiful private island visit with stunning snorkeling. The food was great and cooked fresh. The crew sang and played music on the trip home.”

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Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or Lunch - Leaving the harbour for the Tasman Sea
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Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or Lunch

6.Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast or Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 340 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

Cruise from Circular Quay through Sydney Heads and into the Tasman Sea for about four hours, tracking migrating humpback whales with live English commentary. Choose a hot breakfast on selected weekends or a daily lunch buffet. Guides such as Judy and Biggles have been praised for sharp spotting and lively explanations, but sightings and sea conditions vary.

“Incredible experience, the crew were all so lovely and helpful. The lunch provided was of great quality with plenty of options to choose from. Would recommend this trip to anyone considering it!”

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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise - The welcome drink and El Arco photo stop
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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

7.Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115Top rated

Board Sunrider Tours at Cabo Marina for a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise with a welcome drink, El Arco photo stop, whale sightings, fresh Mexican buffet, open bar, music, and dancing. The larger boat offers two decks, shade, seating, and clean restrooms. Captain Pepe and server Cesar have earned special praise, though wheelchair access should be confirmed carefully before booking.

“We decided to go whale watching as part of our baby moon in Cabo. After studying many companies reviews we decided to select this experience and it did not disappointed. Not only was the staff, food, service, and overall experience great, they made sure that we did not head back to land before seeing numerous whales surface. Would recommend this tour for anyone and would definitely consider it again if we return to Cabo.”

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Royal Delfin - 4'5H Dolphin & Whale Watching - Los Gigantes Masca - Lunch & Swim - Watching cetaceans without a guaranteed show
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Royal Delfin – 4’5H Dolphin & Whale Watching – Los Gigantes Masca – Lunch & Swim

8.Royal Delfin – 4’5H Dolphin & Whale Watching – Los Gigantes Masca – Lunch & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 192 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Spend about 4.5 hours aboard the Royal Delfin from Puerto Colón, watching whales and dolphins along Tenerife’s southwest coast. You’ll cruise toward Los Gigantes, stop in Masca Bay for a swim, and receive lunch, snacks, soft drinks, beer, and sangria. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but the cliffs and bay are reliable highlights.

“Very well organised although could do better with the itinerary beforehand especially with children aboard. Overall- great experience”

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Whale Watching Tour + Vila Franca Islet: Full-day with lunch - The morning search for whales and dolphins
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Whale Watching Tour + Vila Franca Islet: Full-day with lunch

9.Whale Watching Tour + Vila Franca Islet: Full-day with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · from $103

Spend about seven hours from Ponta Delgada searching for whales and dolphins with marine biologists, then take the authorized boat to Vila Franca Islet. Lunch, snorkel gear, islet entry, and a restroom-equipped boat are included, though the boat and lunch setup can vary by date.

“Tour was amazing ! We were able to see a sperm whale in our journey. Inlet was also amazing. You have the opportunity to do some snorkeling and see many fish that is native to the Azores that you won’t see anywhere else. @exploration_wonders approved !”

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Discover whales in Tenerife: exclusive yacht tour with swim and lunch - The Los Cristianos departure and the southwest coast
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Discover whales in Tenerife: exclusive yacht tour with swim and lunch

10.Discover whales in Tenerife: exclusive yacht tour with swim and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Set out from Los Cristianos aboard Neptune, a yacht limited to 20 passengers. A multilingual guide, possibly Sisi, explains the pilot whales and dolphins you see along Tenerife’s southwest coast. You’ll also stop to swim in a sheltered bay, then eat lunch with drinks on board. Optional pickup is available for an extra cost.

“The experience was overall excellent. The guide and captain were very knowledgeable and took us to the best places to see dolphins, whales, and turtles. No one was seasick either which was a plus! I will say, if you book the 1pm tour and haven't had lunch yet, you'll be quite hungry by the time it's served. But the food was good, guide was exceptional and we saw some magical views. Highly recommend.”

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Whale Watching in Sumilon Island with Ocean View Resort and Lunch - The Oslob whale shark encounter
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Whale Watching in Sumilon Island with Ocean View Resort and Lunch

11.Whale Watching in Sumilon Island with Ocean View Resort and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · from $124

Leave early from Marigondon for an Oslob whale shark encounter, then spend time on Sumilon Island’s white sand and clear water. Breakfast with juice, snorkeling gear, life jacket, water, guide service, and sea photos are included. Lunch costs about 500 to 600 PHP extra. Guides such as Jun and Robin provide Japanese-language support.

“Whale sharks are so big I didn't expect to see them so close!!”

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São Miguel: Whales & Volcano Full-Day Tour with Lunch - Pickup from Ponta Delgada between 8:45 and 9:00
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São Miguel: Whales & Volcano Full-Day Tour with Lunch

12.São Miguel: Whales & Volcano Full-Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Start with hotel pickup near Ponta Delgada, then spend about three hours aboard a catamaran looking for sperm, blue, humpback, fin, and sei whales, plus dolphins and seabirds. After lunch, visit Lagoa do Fogo and learn how São Miguel uses volcanic heat. Guides including João, Joaquim, and Bruno have led this flexible weather-dependent outing.

“La journée s’est bien déroulée, nous avons pu apercevoir deux cachalots lors de la sortie en mer, mais nous n’avons pas eu la chance de voir de dauphins ou de baleines, l’océan est vaste, c’est bien normal. Les différents arrêts effectués par notre guide Joachim étaient sympathiques. Joachim est avenant, dans l’échange et a su donner des informations riches. Merci pour cette journée en compagnie de Joachim!”

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Full-Day Whales & The Princess Ring Islet (incl. Lunch) - Lunch at 11:30, convenient but not the main attraction
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Full-Day Whales & The Princess Ring Islet (incl. Lunch)

13.Full-Day Whales & The Princess Ring Islet (incl. Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 78 reviews · from $134

Start at 8:30 a.m. with a cetacean briefing and a three-hour boat trip from Vila Franca do Campo. Guides such as Jorge, Marilu, Miguel, and Alex have helped explain local wildlife. After lunch, take a traditional fishing boat to Princess Ring Islet for swimming and snorkeling before returning by 5:30 p.m.

“Motoscafo velocissimo e siamo riusciti a vedere una famiglia di delfini. Nel pomeriggio la balneazione nel cratere vulcanico bellissima.”

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Whale Watching Catamaran to Los Gigantes & Masca (Including drinks & warm lunch) - What the 4.5-hour route actually offers
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Whale Watching Catamaran to Los Gigantes & Masca (Including drinks & warm lunch)

14.Whale Watching Catamaran to Los Gigantes & Masca (Including drinks & warm lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 55 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Join an English and Spanish speaking crew at Puerto Colón for a 4.5-hour catamaran cruise toward Los Gigantes and Masca. Look for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy a hot meal with drinks, and stop for a swim if conditions allow. Pickup is available from selected south Tenerife hotels, but the boat may be any of three large catamarans.

“Bei diesem Wellengang verstehe ich nicht, warum das Boot überhaupt ausgelaufen ist. Es hat niemand vom Personal nach den Passagiere geschau, keine schutzwesten , keine Sicherung..... Jeder, der sich ein wenig mit Walen oder Delphinen beschäftigt weiss,dass bei d iesen Wetter keine Fische bzw. Wale auftauchen. Geldmacherei und gefährlich für die Passagiere bei diesem starken Wellengang.”

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Campbell River, BC: 6 Hour Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch Included - A small group with real time for questions
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Campbell River, BC: 6 Hour Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch Included

15.Campbell River, BC: 6 Hour Whale Watching Tour w/ Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $234

From Campbell River, join Eagle Eye Adventures for a six-hour wildlife trip focused on whales and coastal scenery. You may ride a covered boat or rigid-inflatable boat, depending on the option you book. Guides including Benji, Nova, and Andreas have led outings featuring orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, dolphins, eagles, and more. Lunch, hot drinks, and bottled water are included.

“Absolutely outstanding! This is by far the best wildlife trip we have ever been on. We are a family of four (two kids included) who went on the 6 hour whale watching trip from Campbell River in July 2025 on a warm and sunny day. Everything was so professional from the minute we arrived.”

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