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2.5hr Adventure Cruise

Perfect for thrill seekers wanting a high speed adrenalin rush!

Quick Details

2.5hr Highspeed Cruise – One of the fastest boats in Sydney. Reach speeds of up to 80kph on this thrill ride!

Only 27 Passengers – Totally Wild has a maximum capacity of only 27 passengers. This is a very personal wildlife experience.

Adult
A$95
Child 12-15 must be over 130cm high
A$95

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  • Departs Darling Harbour 9:15, 12:30 and 15:15

The 2.5hr Adventure Cruise on Totally Wild is one of Sydney’s most thrilling high-speed whale watching experiences perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush.

Built to the same design as offshore rescue vessels, its powerful engines, rigid hull design and high back seats provide safety, speed and comfort. Totally Wild gets to the open ocean quicker than any other vessel and provides an up-close whale watching experience.

a man flying through the air while riding a wave in the ocean
a man flying through the air over a body of water
a large ship in a body of water
a whale jumping out of the water
a small boat in a body of water with a city in the background
a bird flying over a body of water

Departing from Circular Quay it takes less than 10 minutes to the open ocean. This trip is perfect for those that only have a limited amount of time or who love that adrenaline rush!

One of the fastest, most exciting whale watching adventures in Australia! Whales guaranteed or free return cruise.

Vessel Features

a small boat in a body of water
a large ship in a body of water with Sydney Opera House in the background
a man standing in front of a building
a man standing in front of a boat next to a body of water
a group of people on a boat
a small boat in a body of water
  • Up to 27 passengers only
  • Same design as rescue boats
  • One open walk around deck
  • Highspeed with three 250hp engines
  • Purpose built for whale watching
  • Roof and clears to keep the weather out

Sydney Map

  • Departs Darling Harbour, Pier 26, Berth 3 at 9:15, 12:30 and 15:15

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