Answers to commonly asked questions about your Noosa Ocean Adventure Tour booking!
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Whale watching happens during the humpback whale migration period, which is July – November. Book in advance here: Noosa whale watching tour
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Yes, during peak season we can book out and places are limited. And in off-season, if we do not have any bookings for whale watching or dolphin cruises, we do not prepare the boat.
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Normal clothing is fine. Shoes are fine too but we are ok with barefoot if you prefer. We provide rain jackets if necessary. For whale watching in the cooler months the sea breeze can be a little chilly and a light, a warm top is recommended just in case.
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It depends on the sea conditions, however we have jackets if necessary.
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It is not recommended for pregnant women even in the first trimester.
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Depending on the nature of the injury, disability or medical condition. To participate in any of our whale watching, dolphin cruises, or ocean adventure tours, you must be able to get in and out of the boat and your leg over the saddle-style seat and you must also be able to absorb the impact endured over waves. The tour is not recommended for people with back & spinal injuries. If any doubt, speak to Oceanrider directly.
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That depends, see answer above. We have had numerous people in their 80’s on the nature cruises and even a repeat 73-year-old client on the Ocean Adventure Tour!
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The minimum age is decided by our insurance company. It is because generally, a child below these ages is not tall enough to be secure in the saddle-style seats. Generally, children below these ages do not enjoy the tours anyway.
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No, just as long as you can fit into a lifejacket and seat.
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It is unlikely however you are prone to seasickness we recommend you take a preventative before your tour. If you do suffer seasickness on the tour we have vomit bags for your use.
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Yes, the Oceanrider speedboat is a Gemini RIB, the same one used by many of the world’s rescue, military, and patrol organisations as well as ocean adventure tour companies worldwide. It is designed to handle our conditions with comfort and safety.
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Yes, everyone is required to sign a waiver and a guardian must sign for anyone 15 years and below.
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Yes, but a guardian must be present at check-in and is also required to sign their waiver.
Still have more questions about whale watching, dolphin tours, or the adrenaline-pumping ocean adventure rides?
Call or email us and we’ll be happy to talk about making this unique Noosa ocean experience one of your trip’s most memorable!