Its time to get wild about whales and you can follow the migration online with. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. From july october you can get up close and personal with the humpback whales while they visit the sunshine coast. 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. The sunshine coast benefits from a longer whale watching season as the whale passby on their migration north then return as they head south again to the arctic.
Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Between may and november, thousands of majestic humpback and southern right whales make their. The distance from the coast of the whales is believed to be based on the movements of the ocean. Whale watching season on the sunshine coast generally runs from august to october. The first day of winter today marks the official start of the whale watching season around sydney and the new south wales east coast. Start planning your whale watching experience below.
Humpbacks on the move off nsw with 2019 migration season. Both can be accessed via a short walk along paths at the end of tallawang avenue, malua bay. Various ways to experience whale season while enjoying the great sunshine coast atmosphere. 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. Now is your opportunity to witness the humpback whales in their natural environment with the stunning gold coast skyline glistening in the background. Whale oil was used for making candles and soap, and in industrial processes such as tanning and ropemaking. The sunshine coast is a tranquil destination for those seeking a quieter whale watching experience. Whale watching nsw whale watching season, activities. The season can be split into two parts depending on the direction of travel for the majority of whales during this time. This app is the official whale watching guide to new south wales developed by the nsw.
Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey. In eastern australia, whale watching occurs in many spots along the pacific coast. 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. The rugged coastline, stunning headlands and gorgeous beaches makes it a great place to go in search of some whales. Top 8 whale watching spots in nsw australian geographic. Every year, whales migrate along the nsw coastline. For people visiting here, theres a pretty high likelihood that.
See humpback whales and many other species frolic in naroomas spectacular waters. Sunshine coast whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Best whale watching spots in the shoalhaven shoalhaven tourism. Seal rides on the back of a whale on the nsw south coast. 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. From batemans bay drive south along george bass drive the coast road and turn left into tallawang avenue. Head to the home of the eden whale festival along the south coast, eden. Whale watching weekends away in nsw hello sydney kids. Whale watching in nsw nsw environment, energy and science. Created 16 may 2010 for whale watchers and all who love the sea. The new south wales whale watching season runs from may november. Thousands of whales are seen from highlight locations including.
They head north to the warm coastal waters of queensland and the. The humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. Over recent years, whale numbers have risen substantially along the nsw south coast, particularly in jervis bay and its surrounds. Until the next whale season check back soon for more whale news whale watching check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. See whale pics and stories on facebook with eurobodalla tourism.
Known as the humpback highway, humpback and southern right whales are the most commonly sighted, but you may also spot orcas, blue whales, minke whales and sperm whales. 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. The season is split into two distinct sections depending on the direction of travel of the majority of whales at that time. 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. During whalewatching season, youll see these majestic mammals from many headlands in sydney and at destinations from byron bay in the north to eden in the south more than 50 per cent of the planets species of cetaceans whales, dolphins and porpoises. Seal surfs on the back of a whale on the nsw south coast. Brydes whales can be seen off the south african coast year round, albeit further out. From tweed to eden, the nsw coast provides perfect vantage points to see these majestic ocean giants. During whalewatching season, youll see these majestic mammals from many headlands in sydney and at destinations from byron bay in the north to eden in the south. Narooma whale watching narooma charters see whales. The migration of humpback whales near nsw coast takes place between may and november. Whale watching in nsw more than 30,000 whales make their way along the nsw coast from may to november each year.
Fortunately these days the siren is still sounded, but only to. Get wild about whales and plan your coastal whale watching adventure now. Private whale watching tours northern nsw and gold coast. Davidson whaling station, near eden on the nsw south coast, was the longest operating whaling station in australia. Whale watching from land, south coast nsw eurobodalla. Yes its finally whale watching season, be spellbound as they perform some of the most amazing acrobatic displays that only mother nature could choreograph. A young humpback whale has been freed from ropes by national parks and wildlife service npws rescue crews on the nsw south coast off bermagui. It is the only shorebased whaling station in eastern australia that retains significant remains of its whaling use. When a pod of whales tucked into a feeding frenzy on the nsw south coast there was. From september to mid november, warm currents attract migrating whales.
The ten best spots for whale watching on the nsw coast. 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. Download wild about whales and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod touch. Top 8 whale watching spots 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. Whale watching is a popular pastime in sydney in the winter and spring. Between may and november, thousands of majestic humpback and southern right whales make their way along the coast in an incredible annual migration. Right on cue, the east australian current eac has started to make its presence felt along the nsw coast, with reports of marlin and 20kgplus dolphin fish as far south as sydney already.
Tens of thousands of whales are expected to pass through the best whale watching spots on the nsw coast. Ms farrell said each year, whale numbers had increased by at least 10 per cent. Blogs and local stories inclusive holidays pets on holidays download. Pair all of that with the chance to see wales and youve got yourself one incredible holiday.
Find the best whale watching locations, cruises and other coastal activities within nsw national parks. We are lucky enough to witness one of the longest whale migrations in the world off the coast of sydney. Whale watching season the season starts towards the end of may, peaking in late june with mammals still heading north to mozambique in julyaugust. Whale app app wild about whales nsw national parks. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw.
Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you. 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. Find where the whales are, submit your own sightings and share your coastal adventure with our social gallery. Jul 11, 2017 batemans bay is a charming seaside town along the south coast of new south wales that has so much to offer, with extraordinary game fishing, fabulous beaches and the famous clyde river oysters.
Watching whales from vessels can also be fun and exciting, you can go with a tour or skipper yourself. Quick cat ii was operated by brian and jill perry for 30 years who founded the industry in 1987. Situated in beautiful southbroom, located on the sunny south coast of kwazulu natal, tighnamara guest lodge is a stunning 4 star bed and breakfast offering the very best hospitality, a peaceful and. Whale watching is growing in popularity and people are becoming increasingly aware of these gentle giants of the sea. Whales are becoming a favorite fascination of beach goers and tourists alike. From headlands, whales may often be seen making their migration south. The best place on the central coast for whale watching abc.
See how the season progresses with the whale sightings counter. To engage in whale watching, you can go out on a boat but whales are often observable from shore. Whale and dolphin watching department of agriculture, water. 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. Batemans bay is a charming seaside town along the south coast of new south wales that has so much to offer, with extraordinary game fishing, fabulous beaches and the famous clyde river oysters. As the warm east australian current converges with the arctic flow. Jervis bay, sydney, port stephens, port macquarie and byron tweed heads. We get to see southern right whales around 45 times a season. 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. Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. 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 season the season starts towards the end of may, peaking in late june with mammals still heading north to. Spend a day getting in on the underwater action and swim alongside they majestic marine animals. New south wales whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw whale. The migrating population is named the group 5 southern hemisphere humpback whale population or the australian east coast humpbacks. Mar 24, 2020 best time to see whales in sydney, weatherwise. Whales have already been spotted off was south coast as they begin their annual migration along the coast. Orrca conducts a whale count or census on the last weekend of june every year. Whales can be sighted as close as 150 metres from the lookout. Whale watching season in full swing on the coast at jervis. When does whale watching season start in new south wales. Whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km. Fortunately these days the siren is still sounded, but only to alert the public that whales are nearby. Whale season 2018 is upon us, and our whale watching tours will be running daily from now until midnovember.
About whales whale watching season info whale watching. Offering halfday whale watching cruises morning and afternoon during the whale season, which runs from mid july to the end of october. You can try to spot from land, cruise beside them or even go swimming with them. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national.
Whale watching tours and coastal activities take place at nsw national parks all along the coast. 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 time for whale watching in this region, however, is between july and september. The septemberoctober period is prime whalewatching season in eden and narooma, where there is often. This historic township was once a major whaling station, and a siren was blasted to alert the harpoonists that a whale was passing. These majestic creatures of the blue make their yearly migration from june to november gracing us with their presence while they jump, splash and spray about the ocean.
Whale watching twice each year ulladulla experiences the migration of several species of whales. Mr harvey said a record number of the mammals have been spotted off the coast this season. 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. The end of winter signals the start of the fishaggreagtingdevice or fad season in nsw. The perfect combination of coast, outback and greenery, new south wales has something to suit everyone. Sep 16, 2015 when a pod of whales tucked into a feeding frenzy on the nsw south coast there was. 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. Yet the nsw south coast is more than just its magnificent natural environment. A pair of whales were spotted near bremer bay on wednesday, an early sighting, with whale watching season generally running from june to october. If youd rather keep your feet on the ground but still yearn for the special experience of seeing a whale, australias east coast is. 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.
Winter is whalewatching season along the east coast of nsw. You will also see dolphins surf the wake of the vessel as it moves along at a steady speed. Whale watching season starts in nsw abc news australian. During the northern migration, the humpbacks head north between may and august mostly to give birth and to mate in the coral sea waters. Over recent years, whale numbers have risen substantially along the nsw south coast. Southern right whales may arrive in our waters anytime through to october. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw visit nsw. Receive notifications when whale sightings are logged along the coast. Whale watching in australia is a popular recreational pursuit and a tourist activity along various coasts. Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching. There are a number of different migration and whale seasons. From eden in the south to byron in the north each location is witness to the majesty of the humpback whale migration. New south wales national parks and wildlife took an active role in 2010 during the peak southern whale watching season between may and november with the launch of its whale watching site.
South coast whale watching season approaching the west. Best whale watching spots in the shoalhaven jervis bay wild boat tour. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Available for android and ios, download the wild about whales app and log. Keep an eye on this page for activities, tours, and accommodation offers in our national parks this whale watching season. Whale watching north coast nsw queensland, wynnum manly, australia. Whale watching in nsw every year, whales migrate along the nsw coastline. 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. Experience the natural phenomenon that is whale migration season from various locations around the coast of australia. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. When visiting narooma, whale watching tours are one of the most popular activities.
Whale watching accommodation south coast holidaycoast kzn. 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. The humpback whale is commonly seen bypassing us, heading to southern mozambique to mate gestation period one year and calf the next year. The warmest times to go will be during the beginning and end of the season, as theyre not in the deepest part of. Why not see one of natures great ocean migrations for yourself. The best place on the central coast for whale watching. Late season whale frolic at jervis bay on nsw south coast. Whale and dolphin watching department of agriculture. Commercial whale and dolphin watching operators form an important naturebased industry that attracts a large number of tourists to coastal towns. New south whales whale sightings on wild about whales app. Australia is fortunate to have many whale and dolphin species use our waters, making it an ideal place to participate in whale and dolphin watching. The warmest times to go will be during the beginning and end of the season, as theyre not in the deepest part of winter, but a sunny day in winter.
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