From may to november each year the whales travel along australias eastern coastline so they can have their calves in warmer waters we definitely get that. During whale watching season there are plenty of opportunities to jump on whale watching cruises and see these majestic marine mammals up close. Sidney whale watching is located in beautiful sidney, bc only 30 minute drive north from victoria or 5 minute drive from swartz bay ferry terminal and victoria international airport. Whale watching in sydney australia contented traveller. It has a spectacular view across sydney harbour national park towards south head, with the fairfax walk a looping around north head for a great whale watching stroll. See magnificent humpback and southern right whales at play on a sydney whalewatching cruise. Combine the sights of sydney harbour with an open water cruise through the entrance of sydney harbour to find the gentle giants of the sea. Great for aspiring whale watchers, the ocean giants lookout kit which contains general information about whales and a map showing all the best spots, can be acquired from the albany visitors centre.
Top five sydney whale watching spots nsw environment, energy. Did a whale watching tour with sydney whale watching twice during my trip is sydney because it is that good. Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey. The tour departs daily between june and november and the 2. The whale watching cruise is too much bumpy when sailing and maybe we are in the end of the whale watching season and the sea is not so calm but we still manage to see some whale. The more energetic humpback whale will continue north to warmer waters often seen against the striking backdrop of sydneys towering cliffs and sometimes entering the harbour. Plan your next coastal adventure with australias first official whale watching guide to new south whales. The first trip was the 2hr adventure boat and the second trip was the 3hr cruise. From circular quay this openwater cruise will take you through the entrance of sydney harbour and into the open pacific in search of whales. One of sydneys unbeatable whale watching spots, cape solander has a boarded viewing platform, along with plenty of informative signs and friendly volunteers to speak to throughout the season.
Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. Whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km. Take a hike sydneys mostnorthern tip is barrenjoey headland in kuringgai chase national park. The sea is not calm and bumpy in the end of the whale watching season. Success rate is 98% and all cruises are guaranteed to see whales. Aug 31, 2017 whale watching in sydney is one of most interesting attractions during winter season. Whalewatchers can download the free wild about whales app to get realtime. If youre lucky you wont even need to look far whales have been known to swim as close as 200m from the coast. Go whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know.
Whale watching in sydney more than 45 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises can be found in waters surrounding australia. 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. The best spots for whale watching in australia distant journeys. Jan 06, 2020 heres some of the best spots in australia for whale watching. Commercial whale watching tours run daily through the humpback seasons and can be boarded at darling harbour, circular quay and other wharfs around sydney harbour. Junejuly is the best time to see humpback whales as they migrate to warmer waters. The region after all is a perfect mix of naturebased activities and relaxation opportunities. We saw migaloo for the first time in 2014 and in 2011 we were lucky enough to see an all white humpback whale calf, so chances have doubled to see an all white whale. We believe in responsible and respectful whale watching practices. Top 8 whale watching spots in nsw australian geographic. The whale watching cruise crew is awesome and give us very good service. Whale watching is mostly a recreational activity cf. Apr 27, 2020 best time of day to see whales in sydney.
Here are six of the best places in sydney for keen whale. Find all the transport options for your trip from sydney to whale beach right here. As a smaller company we have a strong focus upon customer service from the point of. With a predicted 30000 whales currently migrating along the nsw coastline, now is the perfect time for sydneysiders to spot a glimpse of these. See magnificent humpback and southern right whales at play on a sydney whale watching cruise.
North head is one of the best spots for whale watching in sydney. While whales can pass by at any time, the water is generally calmer in the morning, which can make it easier to spot whales in the distance, and is. Destination nsw has come up with a list of the ten best lookouts, foreshores and national parks where you can engage with a whale. Interested in the latest whale sightings off the nsw coast. In nsw, its common to see humpback whales, southern right whales and dolphins, but you may also spot orcas, blue whales, minke whales and sperm whales. 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. Dec 10, 2019 the whale watching sydney company offers different tours, but only the discovery cruise is suitable for young children as the boat is big enough to accommodate walking around. So in this post, not only we will share the best 5 free whale watching spots in sydney plus a few others, we will also share our tips on what to bring and what to expect when whale watching on land in sydney. June and july are the best times to see humpback and southern right whales as they migrate to warmer waters. Sydney to whale beach 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi. Sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015.
Each tour travels out to the open waters surrounding sydney to view the humpback whales in their natural environment. Whale watching cruises in australia a variety of species of whale can be found in the waters around australias coast, from sydney and jervis bay to perth and exmouth. The best spot for whale watching is the gap, an ocean cliff on the south head peninsula. The wild about whales website and app lists all the best viewing locations. Enjoy the wide horizons on offer from the cape named after botanist daniel solander, and try your luck particularly from april through to december as. Jul 21, 2015 oz whale watching departs from king st wharf 9 darling harbour, approx. Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you.
Visitors can download the wild about whales app to see the latest whale sightings at these locations as well as post their own sightings. Whales and whale watching in iceland, mark carwardine, isbn 997951129x. Book today online for an amazing life time experience and use the promo code earlybird2020 to receive 50% off. The best whale watching spots in sydney enjoy a once in a lifetime experience as you see the migrating whales swim right by sydneys coastline. The openair viewing decks on board the catamaran offer unobstructed views and the best opportunities for spotting and watching the whales. Download the wild about whales app so you can follow the whales.
Download our free app to find the top whale watching spots in nsw and submit your. In sydney, were lucky enough to live along the very path the beautiful humpback whale takes during their annual migration from antarctica to the top of far north queensland. 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. Whales often cruise close to shore, so they are easy to spot, and have even been known to pop up inside sydney harbour. About whales your sydney whale watching guide captain. If youve decided to head to jervis bay to see the humpbacks, you cannot beat getting up close and personal with them on a boat tour, trust us. From tweed to eden, the nsw coast provides perfect vantage points to see these majestic ocean giants. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Whale sightings whale watching cruises sydney, australia. Commencing at darling harbour, we raise the sails and make our way through sydney harbour heads to watch whales on their annual migration north.
You can also download the free wild about whales app to help locate whales. Now that whale watching sydney is part of the nrma, members can save 20% on whale watching cruises. Dolphin stampede overtakes whale watching boat duration. As some of these spots are far from the city, and require short hikes to reach the vantage points, pack a picnic and make a day of it. Jervis bay is a whale watching haven, with numerous spots to check out these beauties, and seven mile beach is one of the very best. Whale watching spots in australia drivenow travel blog. Go whale watching sydney is owned by merimbula marina. Whale beach lefts surfing in sydney north, australia. It is not the most tourist season in sydney, but you should try whale watching if you are visiting the city during this period. Whale watching in sydney is one of most interesting attractions during winter season. Who would think that you can see whales just outside the harbour, about 15 minutes from circular quay. Mar 03, 20 dolphin stampede overtakes whale watching boat duration. An easy twohour drive north from sydney, port stephens is one of the best places to start your whale watching adventure. 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.
While whales can pass by at any time, the water is generally calmer in the morning, which can make it easier to spot whales in the distance, and is better. In july 2002, a whale and its calf swam deep into the harbour, going underneath the sydney harbour bridge, where an exclusion zone was set up by the nsw national parks and wildlife service. From whale beach to bondi, there are plenty of chances to see these grand monarchs of the deep. Between may and august, you can catch a glimpse of the resident humpback whales as they head north to mate and, later in the year between august and. Download our free app to find the top whale watching spots in nsw and submit your sighting. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this. Northern migration edit from april to mid august the humpbacks are heading north to give birth and mate in. Park near the surf club and climb the 3040 minute trail up to barrenjoey lighthouse. Sydney whale watching 2020 all you need to know before. Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out at sea. Humpback whale sightings have continued to increase over the last decade. Top five sydney whale watching spots nsw environment.
Best spots in sydney for whale watching skip to navigation skip to content skip to footer help using this website. Oz whale watching departs from king st wharf 9 darling harbour, approx. Experience the excitement of whale watching aboard ocean dreaming ii. Sydney to whale beach 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car. Our first time whale watching on land was very under prepared. On the trail of the whale, mark carwardine, isbn 1899074007. You can take one of the many whale cruises from the harbour but if youre spotting from land, sydneys best vantage point is the gap at south head.
Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. Join the crew at go whale watching sydney as we make our way from darling harbour, taking in the famous sydney harbour land marks and out to the open ocean for an epic whale watching experience. Experience the majestic whales close up when a large number of humpback and southern right whales start their migration north along the australian coastline, from antarctica, to their breeding grounds in queensland. Whale watching sydney private whale watching on a luxury 37 foot yacht. You can go whale watching all winter and spring may november in sydney. May, 2020 sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015. Step aboard our new luxury bavaria cruiser 37 for an adventure on the ocean. Volunteers at the cape byron lighthouse will answer all your questions about whales before you can head to the areas beaches where you can spot breaching humpbacks.
This cruise is ideal for those seeking an exhilarating whale watching experience. I seen more than half of the passenger onboard was. An indepth guide to all the best whale watching spots in australia such as sydney, hervey bay, the gold coast, perth and more. We were lucky to have the company of two playful dolphins surfing right in front of the boat for a good while and were thrilled to experience numerous close up whale sightings, including a perfect breach. Whether youre a swimmer and ready for the once in a lifetime experience of swimming with whales, or if youd rather keep your feet on the ground and see whales frolic in the ocean from the beach or a cruise, theres a spot in australia perfect for your style of whale watching. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Climb to the top to gaze over the tasman sea and sydney harbour. The best thing about port stephens is you dont need to go on a whale watching tour to spot these gentle giants. Cape solander is undoubtedly one of sydneys best whale watching spots. Cape solander, in kamay botany bay national park just south of the city, is one of sydneys best whale watching spots.
Subscribe to naturescapes for the latest news from nsw national. Overwhaleming the best spots for whale watching in nsw. Please enter you nrma membership number when booking to redeem this offer. We are open daily for whale watching and wildlife adventure tours from march 1 october 31. The views over pittwater and the mouth of broken bay are breathtaking and 180degree ocean views as far as the eye can see give you a great chance to spot the whales spouts as they pass by. Augusta augusta, on the shores of secluded flinders bay is another spot for landbased whale watching. We are the only sydney whale watching company that offers live commentary, whale watching experience, a sydney harbour cruise and a bbq buffet lunch all included in the one great package. Also, see other marine wildlife such as dolphins, albatross, seals and the beautiful coastline of sydney. Find the best whale watching locations, cruises and other coastal activities within nsw national parks. And some of the best spots are closer to you than you might think. Alight at town hall or wynyard stations and head down market st or king st approx. Able to see whales for both trips including whales breaching on both trip. This allowed onlookers to photograph and watch the whales, whilst allowing them to swim where they liked and be left relatively undisturbed.
Weve been walking sydney s coastline for years, so here are our tips on how to take advantage of nature to get the best out of your whale. You have to watch the child like a hawk though, as there are stairs to fall down, and rails to climb through into the sea. Go whale watching direct from sydney harbour may to november. Take a boat tour to get up close and personal to these majestic mammals. There are many ways and places where you can watch whales in the sydney region.
Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching. All along australias coastline are fantastic spots to see whales. On land alone, there are 38 spots along the coast and harbour, so well narrow down your choices with some of the best venues for this fun activity. In terms of vantage and accessibility spots, things dont get much more whalefriendly than the countrys easternmost point. Here are the best eight places in nsw to go whale watching. From these six places you have a great chance of seeing humpback whales up to 15m long and 45 tonnes just off the coastline. Upgrade your sydney whale watching experience by adding a 48 hour sydney harbour hop on hop off pass see below for more info. Jun 05, 2018 as some of these spots are far from the city, and require short hikes to reach the vantage points, pack a picnic and make a day of it. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before you. Sydneys best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience.
Whale watching, discovery travel adventures insight guide. Sydney and surrounds wild about whales nsw national parks. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before. Cape byron on the northern nsw coast is an excellent whale watching destination on both land and water, with its headland not only a signature walking track accented by its famed lighthouse and mustvisit regional. Whale app app wild about whales nsw national parks.
They swim close to the coastline around sydney providing memorable whale spotting opportunities. Sydney s best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Northern migration edit from april to mid august the humpbacks are heading north to give birth and mate in the waters of the coral sea. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. 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. Rome2rio makes travelling from sydney to whale beach easy. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. 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. Whale watching and sydney harbour cruise departs darling harbour. Read on or click to jump straight to the detailed information on each below. During whale watching season there are plenty of opportunities to jump on whale watching cruises and see these majestic marine mammals up.
Each whale swims past the sydney coast over a 6 hour period, so they may pass us in the night time when no one is watching. Whale watching trips in north america, patricia corrigan, isbn 1559716835. Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this winter. Covering vantage points from the north to the south and eastern areas, here are the six best whale watching places in sydney.
A study prepared for international fund for animal welfare in 2009 estimated that million people went whale watching globally in 2008. 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 ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters. 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. How to spot whales, best time to see them, where to go, what to take. The top five spots for whale watching in sydney this winter and spring. Australias most easterly point, byron bay, is perfect for whale watching. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline.
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