Whale Watching Gold Coast Archives

Whale Watching Season on the Gold Coast typically lasts from May until November. The whales can usually be seen from the beach, headlands and beachfront balconies as they make their migration along ‘Humpback Highway’; spouting water, slapping their tales and breaching.

But your surest best to see whales on the Gold Coast is with a guided cruise to get an up close experience and guaranteed sightings*!

There are quite a few different tour operators on the Gold Coast offering whale watching tours including departures from Sea World, Main Beach and Surfers Paradise. There are even some tours that include combo passes with entry into Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Dreamworld or Sea World. Or an afternoon whale watching cruise followed by dinner at QT Bazaar.

For more information and to book your Gold Coast Whale Watching Tours please visit Experience Oz.

Pelican Sands Beach Resort is located on absolute beachfront in Tugun (perfect for whale spotting!). Offering a selection of 1 or 2 bedroom apartments that are perfect for families or friends/couples travelling together. All apartments include full kitchen, seperate living areas, laundry facilities and balcony. Book your self contained Gold Coast holiday apartment accommodation with us today.

*image courtesy of Experience Oz

Google Reviews

We always try and stay in apartment 602 as both the bedrooms and lounge have 180 degree views of the ocean, absolutely amazing!

Bessie Borris

20:03 04 Feb 18

Excellent neat hotel.

Zakary Doherty

09:04 14 Jun 18

A great place to stay, but fixtures and fittings are getting a bit worn and weary. 1/2 mile to nearest shops.

Chris Kear

03:43 07 Feb 18

I haven't stayed there but look very nice

glenn nilson

02:56 23 Jun 17

The family comes here for a holiday once every few years. The rooms have had an upgrade since we were here last. The furniture is nice, the rooms are spacious with great seaside views. The staff really care for us and we'll be back again in the future.

John Vogrin

00:31 07 Feb 16

Great views

Cheryl Harris

06:15 21 Sep 18

Location great! Stayed in 601 and the room smelt like off yogurt especially the curtains. Had to open up doors and was quite loud due to this. Bed kept collapsing as well. Had to rebuild it our selves. very cheap designs, and the beams were thin and were held by plastic pieces that had to be fixed several times. Location was very good though. U also need to pay to use the pool table equipment and the table tennis stuff.

Chanel Rose

00:54 15 Dec 18

Great position! Unit was comfortable and spacious. Great holiday!

Alyssa Allen

23:45 21 Feb 19

Beautiful part of the Australian coast line.

Andy Watson

02:40 23 Feb 19

The unit was dirty. Everywhere you put your hands was filthy. The T.V. only had 2 stations with full reception only on permanent channels the wanted to sell you product.We go to the Gold Coast in a 4 week cycle and wont bother these managers again.

Edwards Away

22:39 31 Mar 19

Gorgeous spot. Friendly staff and wonderful comfy suite. We will come back again and highly recommend to all.

Lorraine Doyle

10:12 06 Apr 19

Staying during the school holidays. Was brilliant. The apartment was very clean and had lovely views lots of services laundry powder washing powder included. Ample parking for those with large families would definitely stay again.

ryan alexander

00:55 14 Apr 19

Perfect on the beach getaway. Fully furnished apartments, quiet,clean and comfortable. Views North to Gold Coast beaches and Coolangatta to the South. Leslie was a most helpful and friendly on site manager.

Valerie Shannon

06:03 14 Apr 19

Great views, being right next to the beach. Close to the airport and reasonably priced. Bathroom had been recently renovated, but ensuite and kitchen quite dated and tired.

Marianne Khoo

05:08 22 Apr 19

Absolutely breathtaking, you get views of the ocean from the front balcony and the hill's to the west from the back balcony. Rooms are clean, comfortable and modern. Airport right across the road so great for plane spotting.

Brendan Berry

23:32 05 May 19

Absolutely incredible place, clean and comfortable. Reasonably priced. Host are friendly and welcoming. Views are incredible.

Brendan Berry

09:05 09 Jul 19

Rooms are spacious and very clean, can see many whales right Infront in the mornings, beautiful views, lovely sunsets, can't beat the location.

Wendy Shaw

16:16 29 Sep 19

Most helpful when finding it difficult settling in. Plesent decor, lovely all round view 😊😊Loved it

Barrie Callaghan

07:03 22 Oct 19

Not at all accommodating when I was taken into hospital unexpectedly and unable to make my stay. Didn't even respond to an email request to see if we could reschedule. Thanks for your compassion, enjoy my money.

Michael Jones

00:41 10 Nov 19

Family stayed at pelican found the management unfriendly , unapproachable, the building looks rundown and neglected especially in the foyer on my level spa and sauna area looks rundown and neglected such a shame beautiful location

Den Den

15:55 04 Jan 20

Awesome views, saw heaps of whales, very comfortable unit.

Sandy Philps

02:38 02 Feb 20

Such a beautiful apartment with a breath taking view. We were super impressed - such a reasonable price too.

Joshua Gregory

00:34 06 Mar 20

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Facebook Reviews

Amazing views, large rooms, direct access to beach. Little touches like salt and pepper in the kitchen, ice cubes in the freezer, big glasses for icy drinks. Great little out of the way spot.

Louise Lloyd

2020-06-15T02:41:19+0000

We stayed 4 nights at Pelican Sands Resort purely because it was close to John Flynn Hospital. We were so pleasantly surprised when we arrived. The rooms are newly renovated, spotlessly clean, spacious and the kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The resort is right on the beach, there is no road in between or trees/buildings blocking view. There is a lovely BBQ area on the beach, alongside a beautiful pool. As well as an in door plunge pool, spa, pool table and ping pong table for rainy/cold days. It’s is in a great location, walking distance to IGA and cafes. Away from all the hustle and bustle but still within a reasonable driving distance to Surfers Paradise etc if you wish to do the touristy thing. It is only a bit over 4km from Coolangatta which has some really beautiful restaurants and shops.I would definitely stay here again.

Kelsey Buxton

2019-11-29T06:09:22+0000

Fabulous views, great location, and the nicest managers....Thank you Leslie and Paul for another marvellous holiday. Every day was ‘just another day in paradise‘!

Kerry Bradshaw

2019-08-10T04:47:31+0000

Had a wonderful week stay at a unit with an absolutely breathtaking view of the ocean! Can’t wait to go back again. The staff is wonderful units are clean and well equipped and the price is extremely reasonable. Can’t beat Pelican Sands Resort.

Frank Cowan

2019-03-24T00:27:21+0000

I would love the chance to live in luxury...sun,sand,smiles!

Krys Strong

2018-03-18T04:31:56+0000

Karen Peedo

2018-02-27T09:31:18+0000

Excellent family friendly holiday apartments with wonderful staff. Close to everything and right on the beach. We have stayed at heaps of places on the coast and this is the best of them all

Maleece Cox

2018-01-20T11:26:54+0000

Matthew Tapsall

2017-10-16T15:14:11+0000

Pelican Sands is an excellent resort in a fantastic location. Great friendly staff ad well.

Linda Winnington Potts

2017-09-26T23:31:32+0000

We stayed at pelican beach resort when my daughter was in John Flynn hospital ,the staff were lovely ,couldn't do enough for us ,we loved it,

Joy Wright

2017-09-20T09:13:59+0000

This resort is amazing, beach right there and the staff are amazing ..... always willing to help. 5 star ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Elizabeth Idaszak

2017-09-20T08:14:27+0000

Bradley Painter

2017-03-20T09:17:41+0000

Not happy with the service, fridge was broken. Not worth the money we paid!

Sarah Wilson

2017-02-24T23:47:21+0000

Stayed for a few days. Very clean and friendly. Perfect location

Mandy Roberts

2017-01-05T17:58:50+0000

Recently spent 10 nights here... Great views, great service very friendly n helpful def comung back next year 🙂 we also got to see some whales n dolphins quite close from our balcony

Shiralee Hay

2016-11-07T10:12:18+0000

Tam Dee

2016-10-09T00:54:38+0000

This resort had the best view of the beach. Awesome. Beach wss literally your backyard.

Dianne Farrell

2016-05-18T10:12:46+0000

The view from our room was amazing. Fantastic pool, spa etc. Managers Leslie and Paul are wonderful. Definately will be back.

Monica Farrugia

2016-03-26T07:57:41+0000

Pelican Sands Resort is without question the most organized for All travelers for any length of stay. It has it all, and then Some !!!!!

Mitch Cowan

2016-03-08T22:12:15+0000

The view from our apartment was the most amazing view, straight direct to the ocean it was like having our own private beach!! No roads or other apartments in the way! The room was clean and had a lovely kitchen and cute little furnishings. Loved the spa bath in our bathroom. Would definitely come back.

Erica Johnston

2015-10-13T20:06:10+0000

Sitting in the penthouse, 2 hours before we were meant to check in, but were able to check in early, great service friendly people and definitely a place my family and I will return to many more times, and I've only been here. 2 hours lol ..