Nsw new south wales offers excellent whale watching opportunities from a number of key destinations across the state. Keep an eye on this page for activities, tours, and accommodation offers in our national parks this whale watching season. Cat balou cruises have a 99 per cent success rate in sighting whales. Whale watching day cruise whale watch tour bookings. Between may and november, thousands of majestic humpback and southern right whales make their way along the coast in an incredible annual migration. Whale channel weekly fishing report bc salmon and halibut. Iluka and wolli iluka bluff is a dedicated whale watching platform that offers 360 degree views along the coast. Top whale watching spots near eden nsw environment, energy. 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. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before you. Ive never done a whale watching cruise from nelson bay, but have been on a dolphin watching cruise there, but not at this time of year my understanding is that there are pods of dolphins that live or at the very least, regularly stay and play in the waters of nelson bay so you would probably see them. Seal rides on the back of a whale on the nsw south coast. Whale watching cruises depart daily from mid september until late november.
Whale watching twice each year ulladulla experiences the migration of several species of whales. Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. Whale watching from land, south coast nsw eurobodalla. Some of the best whale watching spots can be found in our national parks all along the nsw coast, stretching from byron bay in the north to eden in the south. The migrating population is named the group 5 southern hemisphere humpback whale population or the australian east coast humpbacks.
Whale watching is growing in popularity and people are becoming increasingly aware of these gentle giants of the sea. The 2021 2022 season rates commence on the 1st april 2021. Each time the whale moves its tail, it creates a footprint on the surface of the water. See whale pics and stories on facebook with eurobodalla tourism. Whale watching tours and coastal activities take place at nsw national parks all along the coast. New south wales whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Best whale watching spots in the shoalhaven jervis bay wild boat tour. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw.
Whale watching season in full swing on the coast at jervis bay. After a 45 minute battle, you could hear the cheering across the water. 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. 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. Unless otherwise specified, the rates listed are for the 2020 2021 season. Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching. You might also be lucky enough to see dolphins, turtles and a number of sea birds as part of the cruise. The same is true up and down both coasts, the further north you go along the coast the more concentrated the season is, august to september mostly at the very northern point.
From eden in the south to byron in the north each location is witness to the majesty of the humpback whale migration. The main species seen are humpbacks heading south to the antarctic. The season is split into two distinct sections depending on the direction of travel of the majority of whales at that time. South coast whale watching season approaching the west. With 1238 listings in whale coast, our handy whale coast map search and great low prices, its easy to book the perfect holiday accommodation for your whale. Over recent years, whale numbers have risen substantially along the nsw south coast. Jun 19, 2014 the best place on the central coast for whale watching.
More than 30,000 whales are expected to pass by one of. Whales are becoming a favorite fascination of beach goers and tourists alike. 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. Enjoy the beauty and the remarkable activity of the humpback whales along the sunshine coast with the 3hour whale watch cruise departing from mooloolaba. Whale watching in nsw nsw environment, energy and science. A wide variety of whales are seen on our whale watching tours including humpbacks, southern rights, fin whales, brydes whales, sei whales, blue whales, and killer whales, and large pods of dolphins are an added delight. Darling harbour, new south wales more darling harbour tours. Whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km.
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. As well as whale watching, there are plenty of other activities to experience in our coastal national parks, from bushwalking and photography, to discovery tours and spotting a wealth of. 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 humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. Available for android and ios, download the wild about whales app and log. Whale watching season starts in nsw posted june 01, 2011 10. 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 australia is a popular recreational pursuit and a tourist activity along various coasts. Its been another wonderful week of fishing at whale channel we weighed in tyees this week with the largest landed by laurel friesen of 40lbs. Find the best whale watching locations, cruises and other coastal activities within nsw national parks. We ate at the hard rock cafe at darling harbor, a brazilian steak house near tumbalong park and found walking from our hotel on liverpool street to darling harbor was very doable even with my parents in their 80s. Its time to get wild about whales and you can follow the migration online with our.
More than 30,000 whales are expected to pass by one of the east coast s best whale watching destinations. Jervis bay wild has been giving access to first class whale watching. The closest point from brisbane to see the humpback whales. Witness the beauty of the seasonal whale migration on the shoalhaven coast. Rescuers are working to save a young humpback whale that washed onto a beach on the new south wales midnorth coast on friday. The sapphire coast of nsw offers coastal wilderness dotted with adventure trails, picturesque villages, galleries and amazing local food and wine. A pair of whales were spotted near bremer bay on wednesday, an early sighting, with whale watching season generally running from june to october. More than 30,000 whales are expected to pass by one of the east coasts best whale watching destinations this year and the best spot to watch them is jervis bay. Whale beach is located 40 kilometres north of the sydney central business district, in the local government area of northern beaches council, in the northern beaches region.
Fight to save huge humpback whale stranded on nsw beach. 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 best place on the central coast for whale watching. During the 5,000 kilometre journey, whales pass along australias coasts including the new south wales coast near sydney. 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. You will also see dolphins surf the wake of the vessel as it moves along at a steady speed. This brisbane whale season, try tangalooma resort whale watching. 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. Cat balou cruises and whale watching eden new south wales. Around 30000 whales are now migrating along the nsw coast a great time to. Why not see one of natures great ocean migrations for yourself.
Whales have already been spotted off was south coast as they begin their annual migration along the coast. To engage in whale watching, you can go out on a boat but whales are often observable from shore. Whales to stage a timely arrival as visitors are set to. Sign up to our enewsletter to get exclusive accommodation deals and whale watching offers. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. Whale watch tour bookings nsw new south wales offers excellent whale watching opportunities from a number of key destinations across the state. Apr 27, 2020 during the 5,000 kilometre journey, whales pass along australias coasts including the new south wales coast near sydney. Its hoped a record number of humpback and southern right whales will pass the nsw coast this year.
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. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. 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. Up to 6,000 humpback whales migrate past moreton island each season. If you are looking for whale coast holiday accommodation, safarinow has a selection of selfcatering, guest house, bed and breakfast holiday accommodation in whale coast and surrounds. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw visit nsw. Jul 08, 2017 whale watching season in full swing on the coast at jervis bay. 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.
Npws recommends these top whale watching spots on the far south coast. You probably wont be able to see the whale under water, but you will be able to tell where the whale is. Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you. The 2020 2021 season rates are valid from the 1st april 2020 31st march 2021. Best whale watching spots in the shoalhaven shoalhaven tourism. 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. Some of the local culburra beach accommodation options even offer up.
Plan your next coastal adventure with australias first official whale watching guide to new south whales. In a case of perfect timing for the south coast tourism industry whale season is set to start in early june just as regional travel is permitted again in nsw. 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. Heres our top 5 favourite whale pictures taken off albany. Download wild about whales and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and. Jul 09, 2017 more than 30,000 whales are expected to pass by one of the east coast s best whale watching destinations this year and the best spot to watch them is jervis bay. With an intimate travel size of 22 people, the tour ensures that you will have a rail side position at all times meaning optimal chances for photos and real life viewing of the whales. 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 beautiful coastline in the shoalhaven region on the nsw south coast is blessed with many vantage points to spot majestic whales. Whalewatchers can download the free wild about whales app to get. The best time for whale watching in this region, however, is between july and september.
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. Destinations things to do accommodation events deals. New south whales whale sightings on wild about whales app. 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. Or meet us down at our cruise terminal portside, west of huskisson public wharf, huskisson nsw 2540 look for the large white umbrellas.
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. 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. 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. Whale watching adventures in south coast nsw whale.
Yet the nsw south coast is more than just its magnificent natural environment. Whale watching in south coast results 1 18 of 18 switch to map30. From tweed to eden, the nsw coast provides perfect vantage points to see these majestic ocean giants. 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. Whale watching along the shoalhaven coast shoalhaven tourism. Whale watching south coast accommodation kzn southcoast.
Private whale watching tours northern nsw and gold coast. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Amid the pod of humpback whales in waters out of eden, an. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Download the wild about whales app for great tips on where to go and what to. Brydes whales can be seen off the south african coast year round, albeit further out.
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. Experience the natural phenomenon that is whale migration season from various locations around the coast of australia. Download wild about whales and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and. Get wild about whales and plan your coastal whale watching adventure now. 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 5 best south coast resorts of 2020 with prices. Success rate is 98% and all cruises are guaranteed to see whales. The best place on the central coast for whale watching abc. This app is the official whale watching guide to new south wales developed by the nsw.
A tour of the new south wales south coast including the amazing sea cliff bridge and the coast of kiama was fabulous. From may to november whale watching season thrives along the east coast of. 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 sydney offers daily cruises from darling harbour and circular quay to watch humpback whales. Whale watching season starts in nsw abc news australian. 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. 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. 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. 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. The 10 best new south wales hotels where to stay in new. South coast whale watching trails wild about whales nsw. Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey.
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