MAKE SURE YOU SEE THE BOAT BEFORE YOU BOOK! The quality of your whale watching experience will greatly depend upon your choice of operator, what kind of boat you choose and how experienced the crew is. Here are some important tips on what to look out for and which questions to ask when choosing a whale watching operator:

1. What kind of boat will I go out on? Most reputable operators will show you a photo of their boat on their website.

• Comfort: Does the boat provide shelter from the wind and the weather? Is there a toilet onboard? Is it a rubber duck or a proper hard hull boat? Will I get wet? Will my camera get wet? Is it suitable for children and/or older people?
• Stability: The more stable a boat, the less likely you will get seasick. This is a bit harder to find out if you are not familiar with boats. In general, catamarans (twin hull boats) are much more stable than single hull boats.
• Covid19 restrictions: Does the operator follow social distancing requirements? How many passengers re on the boat per sqm? Are there strict cleaning/ disinfecting protocols in place?
• Accessibility: How do I enter and exit the boat? Do I have to wade through the water? Will the entry and exit be easy for me?
• Viewing Space and Number of Passengers: What kind of viewing platforms are provided on the boat? Will my viewing be unobstructed? How many other passengers will be on the boat sharing the viewing space with me?
• How does Blue Bay Whale Watching compare? Our whale watching boat “Bay Warrior” is the most stable and comfortable whale watching boat in Byron Bay. Click here for more information