The whale season around brisbane generally runs from midjune to october, with the majority of whales heading north between june and august, before returning south for feeding from september to october or november. They head north to the warm coastal waters of queensland and the coral sea to mate and give birth from late april to august, and return southwards from around september to november. Each time the whale moves its tail, it creates a footprint on the surface of the water. Between may and november, thousands of majestic humpback and southern right whales make their way along the coast in an incredible annual migration. Plan your next coastal adventure with australias first official whale watching guide to new south whales. They are the main species of whale migrating past the coast of sydney from may to december. A humpback calf was seen tangled with up to five white buoys trailing behind it off point plomer. Best virtual whale watching spots in the shoalhaven over recent years, whale numbers have risen substantially along the nsw south coast, particularly in jervis bay and its surrounds. More than 7,000 whales holiday in the fraser coast on their 5,000km migration from antarctica to teach their baby calves sweet skills like breaching, spy hopping, tummy flashes and plenty of other survival tools. The pacific coast is the perfect spot to do so, as some of the largest and most incredible sea mammals make their way to and through various spots of the coast of southern california during their migration seasons, often spotted feeding, playing, and even mating. Every year, whales migrate along the nsw coastline. Available for android and ios, download the wild about whales app and log.
Other amazing destinations to experience a memorable whale watch include the sunshine coast, brisbane, the gold coast and noosa. Whale watching south coast accommodation kzn southcoast. As the warm east australian current converges with the arctic flow, an abundance of krill and pilchard fish swim through the clear waters, creating the perfect feeding ground for humpbacks. The season also seems to be extended so you have a really good chance of seeing them this winter, peters says. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure.
We get to see southern right whales around 45 times a season. Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you. Weve been preparing our two boats, niels jonsson and sandvikin, the last couple of weeks after the now finished winter fishing season. Three entangled whales seen off nsw coast sbs news. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Seal rides on the back of a whale on the nsw south coast. Whale season 2018 whale one sunshine coast whale watching. Jun 19, 2014 the best place on the central coast for whale watching. The ten best spots for whale watching on the nsw coast. Weve been walking sydneys coastline for years, so here are our tips on how to take advantage of nature to get the best out of your. Yet the nsw south coast is more than just its magnificent natural environment. In scandinavia, whale watching is a popular activity, and many travelers choose to go whale watching in norway or iceland. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw visit nsw.
The whalewatching season in sydney runs from may to november, as the sea creatures migrate north to the warm waters of queensland over winter, and then head south again on their way home. Top 8 whale watching sp ots in nsw from may to november each year, australias east coast transforms into a whale watching hot spot, with vast numbers heading north to breed after a summer spent feeding in antarctic waters. The whalewatching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. The whale watching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. Jan 10, 2018 whale watching season is underway, with trips out of channel islands harbor and ventura harbor offering the chance for a peek at several species of whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions. The much anticipated 2016 whale watching season commences in may 15th, just short of two weeks from today. The season is split into two distinct sections depending on the direction of travel of the majority of whales at that time. Queenslands top whale watching area, hervey bay just 3hrs north of brisbane is widely regarded as one of the best whale watching spots in the world.
The whale watching season in queensland runs from jun october. Blogs and local stories inclusive holidays pets on holidays download. Top 8 whale watching spots in nsw australian geographic. Whale watching on the gold coast if youd rather keep your feet on the ground but still yearn for the special experience of seeing a whale, australias east coast is the best place to spot whales from the beach. See how the season progresses with the whale sightings counter. Get wild about whales and plan your coastal whale watching adventure now. A baby whale hangs vertically in the water with his head held high out of the water spy hopping to see what is going on. Its time to get wild about whales and you can follow the migration online with our. Each year, from may to november, more than 30,000 whales make their way along the humpback highway, a migration route from antarctica to the pacific that runs along the coast of nsw. The best spot for whale watching is the gap, an ocean cliff on the south head peninsula. Or join one of the daily research expeditions to bremer canyon, where the largest known pod of killer whales. With a huge journey that averages around 5,000kms each year, this movement of whales is one of the longest migratory voyages of any mammal on earth. Find out here when and where to go whale watching in. A huge search is underway to find three entangled whales spotted off the nsw midnorth coast.
After a whale takes a breath, it usually makes a shallow dive, swimming just under the surface of the water for about one minute or more. From may to november, the pacific coast migration goes from south to north and back again as the whales seek warmer water for the winter months. Whale watching at jervis bay is renowned for being the best that nsw has to offer and dolphin watch cruises has the best whale cruise in jervis bay. Our big, beautiful friends are beginning their migration north to the warmer waters of the pacific to.
Interested in the latest whale sightings off the nsw coast. Whale watching on the pacific coast covington travel. The humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching. Whale watch tour bookings nsw new south wales offers excellent whale watching opportunities from a number of key destinations across the state. This lookout offers whale watching views north along the coast, interpretive signage about whales and marine life courtesy of national parks, limited parking, some seating and an historic graveyard. Turn left off the princes highway just south of moruya, into south head road, drive toward the coast, and up around the headland 10 minutes drive. There are excellent vantage points in sydney and whale watching cruises out on the water where you can see these giants of the deep at play. Humpback whale numbers have increased substantially since hunting was banned in the late 1970s, with more than 30,000 expected to travel up the australian coast from the antarctic through to october. Experience the natural phenomenon that is whale migration season from various locations around the coast of australia. Enjoy the beauty and the remarkable activity of the humpback whales along the sunshine coast with the 3hour whale watch cruise departing from mooloolaba. Nsw new south wales offers excellent whale watching opportunities from a number of key destinations across the state.
Best whale watching spots in the shoalhaven shoalhaven tourism. Adventurous travelers can even sign up for special whale watching safaris offering to let you swim with the whales. The migrating population is named the group 5 southern hemisphere humpback whale population or the australian east coast humpbacks. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. You probably wont be able to see the whale under water, but you will be able to tell where the whale is. New south whales whale sightings on wild about whales app. South coast whale watching from whalewatching cruises to clifftop lookouts in scenic national parks, there are many ways to enjoy whale watching season on the beautiful nsw south coast. The jervis bay whale watching season is one of the longest in nsw, and with the sheltered waters providing a much needed rest for the calves on their long journey home, it also provides some of the. Whale watching season whale watching iceland tours.
The best time for whale watching in this region, however, is between july and september. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. When a pod of whales tucked into a feeding frenzy on the nsw south coast there was plenty on the menu even enough for a surprise guest. It is an important centre for the traditional australian family holiday and in january, you may have to book ahead, as australian families have their summer holidays at the coast. There is a 5050 chance to see dolphins on your cruise with us. Receive notifications when whale sightings are logged along the coast. Whale watching tours and coastal activities take place at nsw national parks all along the coast.
They then return south in warmer currents around october the other bookend to sydneys whale watching season. Jervis bay is one of the most popular spots, with spectacular headlands, and the jervis bay marine park is a haven for migrating whales and a home for dolphins. Each year the whales migrate north to escape the cool waters of the south and as a result, we on land have the whale watching season. Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. The three biggest whaling nations canada, greenland and norway have growing whale watching industries. While local tour operator wooli deep sea tours runs whale watching tours that includes cruising in the beautiful solitary island marine park, home to a rich diversity and abundance of sea life including dolphins and turtles. Central coast residents are being urged to grab their binoculars and flock to vantage points across the region as whale watching season kicks off in earnest. Download our free app to find the top whale watching spots in nsw and submit your sighting.
Why not see one of natures great ocean migrations for yourself. I was told by an art gallery owner in provincetown in mid april that whales had been spotted from land thats a bit unusual, but it happens, and it tends to suggest that the. The best place on the central coast for whale watching. From eden in the south to byron in the north each location is witness to the majesty of the humpback whale migration. Nsws coastal national parks during the annual whale migration season.
Whale app app wild about whales nsw national parks. Since late april this year, we have spotted the humpback whales of the coast of mooloolaba. Spirit of gold coast is the only company to have sighted migaloo, the white whale for 3 consecutive years 10th july 2003, 2nd june 2004 and 16th july 2005, and again in 1st july 2009, 27th september 2012 and last year on 10th august 2015, 10th august 2015 and this year on 11 th of july 2017. When most people think of jervis bay, they think of the popular tourist destination on the nsw south coast. During the 5,000 kilometre journey, whales pass along australias coasts including the new south wales coast near sydney. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw whale. Experience the spectacle of migrating whales on the beautiful nsw south coast. But if you go off the coast its a different matter. From may to november whale watching season thrives along the east coast of australia and the south coast of new south wales is one of the best places to view these majestic animals in all their beauty. During the migration season, its often possible to see the whales quite. Weve been walking sydneys coastline for years, so here are our tips on how to take advantage of nature to get the best out of your whale watching time. The best place on the central coast for whale watching abc. Whale watching in nsw nsw environment, energy and science.
Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey. Season the peak whale watching season along the south african coast is from july through october when the southern right whale is resident along the cape south coast and humpback whales frequent the waters off the elephant coast in kawzulu natal. Jun 15, 2018 humpback whale numbers have increased substantially since hunting was banned in the late 1970s, with more than 30,000 expected to travel up the australian coast from the antarctic through to october. High whale numbers nearly 12,000 per year which pass by the region and an extended whale watching season on the nsw midcoast combine to offer plenty of chances for visitors to embark on whale watching tours too, with whale watching trips typically departing from the nearby launch point of nelson bay around a 10 minute drive away from port. Spirit of gold coast whale watching tours australia. Iluka and wolli iluka bluff is a dedicated whale watching platform that offers 360 degree views along the coast. May 03, 2017 high whale numbers nearly 12,000 per year which pass by the region and an extended whale watching season on the nsw mid coast combine to offer plenty of chances for visitors to embark on whale watching tours too, with whale watching trips typically departing from the nearby launch point of nelson bay around a 10 minute drive away from port. The whale watching season in sydney is between may and november each year but some times are better than others to increase your chances of seeing whales. Whale watching season is upon us, and the new south wales coast is one of the best spots in the world to catch these majestic creatures in action.
Climb to the top to gaze over the tasman sea and sydney harbour. From may to november whale watching season thrives along the east coast of australia and the south coast of new south wales is one of the. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. Whalewatching season is underway, with trips out of channel islands harbor and ventura harbor offering the chance for a peek at several species of whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions. They can be found at various locations, albany, augusta, dunsburough. The beautiful coastline in the shoalhaven region on the nsw south coast is blessed with many vantage points to spot majestic whales.
A massive 50foot long, 35ton gray whale swims along side of the boat to people watch to the delight of the whale watchers. Whale watching from land, south coast nsw eurobodalla. Southern right whales may arrive in our waters anytime through to october. Our winter whale season has finally arrived, and we are so excited to share even more of these absolutely magical experiences with you.
Find the best whale watching locations, cruises and other coastal activities within nsw national parks. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this. From the shoalhaven heads in the north to bawley point in the south, there are splendid locations for. South coast whale watching from whale watching cruises to clifftop lookouts in scenic national parks, there are many ways to enjoy whale watching season on the beautiful nsw south coast. Where and how to see whales in victoria this winter. Join a cruise to see the whales as the migrate around the coast of australias south west. Its hoped a record number of humpback and southern right whales will pass the nsw coast this year. Apart from taking a whalewatching cruise, those looking to spot whales. There are excellent vantage points in sydney and whalewatching cruises out on the water where you can see these giants of the deep at play. Whale watching is a popular tourist activity all along the pacific coast.
All whales are warmblooded mammals and migrate to tropical waters to mate, usually around hervey bay off the queensland coast, where whale watching tours also operate. May 30, 2019 the best spot for whale watching is the gap, an ocean cliff on the south head peninsula. Jervis bay wild offers spectacular cruises all year round, including dolphin cruises, whale watching, boom netting, south coast passage and private charters. Download wild about whales and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod touch. See whale pics and stories on facebook with eurobodalla tourism. Technically, jervis bay is a body of water with settlements along the northern and southern sides. May 15, 2018 our winter whale season has finally arrived, and we are so excited to share even more of these absolutely magical experiences with you. Whale watching season starts in nsw posted june 01, 2011 10. Whale watching season starts in nsw abc news australian. Sep 16, 2015 when a pod of whales tucked into a feeding frenzy on the nsw south coast there was plenty on the menu even enough for a surprise guest. Whale watching in california is a beloved and unique experience for tourists and locals alike.
Feel free to upload images of whales, dolphins or any other sea creatures. Subscribe to naturescapes for the latest news from nsw national. Queensland whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Amid the pod of humpback whales in waters out of eden, an. Whale watching on the gold coast if youd rather keep your feet on the ground but still yearn for the special experience of seeing a whale, australias east coast is. New south wales whale watching whale watch tour bookings. This app is the official whale watching guide to new south wales. Brydes whales can be seen off the south african coast year round, albeit further out. May 08, 2019 the whale watching season in sydney is between may and november each year but some times are better than others to increase your chances of seeing whales. Over recent years, whale numbers have risen substantially along the nsw south coast.
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