Whale watching is booming as the numbers of these magnificent mammals continue to grow, with estimates of. Whale watching season in sydney is a great reason to get on the winter woollies and head to the coast. Find the best whale watching locations, cruises, whale sightings and coastal. 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. Sidney whale watching is a family owned and operated company that has been serving sidney and the saanich peninsula for over 20 years. Best time for whale watching in sydney vi travel tips. The whale watching cruise crew is awesome and give us very good service.
Long reef on sydneys northern beaches has a viewing platform, and nearby is a swimming beach, barbeques and toilets. The humpback calf freed from netting in waters off sydneys northern beaches is one of an unprecedented number of whale entanglements this. Did a whale watching tour with sydney whale watching twice during my trip is sydney because it is that good. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters. Every september, whale watching cruise season in sydney begins with the whales swimming out from the. A few weeks later another whale, a more common humpback, found its way into sydney harbour. Currently, a 20% discount is offered for online bookings. End of junejuly and then october is probably the best time of year for whale watch in sydney. You can go whale watching all winter and spring may november in sydney. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. From circular quay this openwater cruise will take you through the entrance of sydney harbour and into the open pacific in search of whales. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. About whales your sydney whale watching guide captain cook.
Humpback whales are the most watched species for us with about 20. Whale watching sydney all you need to know before you go. With more whales visiting the sydney area in the following weeks yachting officials really do appear to have something to worry about for september 2000. Whale watching in sydney is one of most interesting attractions during winter season. Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching.
Whale watching in sydney with blake from ocean extreme. A variety of species of whale can be found in the waters around australias coast and during whale watching season there are plenty of opportunities to see these majestic marine mammals up close. Whale app app wild about whales nsw national parks. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. It is the middle of winter and sea can be rough and you wont have much fun to be on the boat, so some whale watching tours are canceled because of weather during. In may humpback whales begin passing by sydney on their northern migration coming from antarctic waters in the south. Call us if you need help choosing a whale watching tour from sydney. There are two distinct whale watching seasons in sydney. Im planning a trip to sydney and melbourne in december. 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. With a choice of nine whale watching cruises from reputed sydney operators, take your pick and get an exclusive opportunity to spot pods of whales right from humpbacks, southern right and more as they migrate to warmer climes, north of sydney. Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out at sea.
There are numerous vantage points all along the coastline but weve chosen the six best, most easily accessible and dramatic places to watch whales in sydney. Whale watching cruises in sydney go whale watching. Sydney ferries services to darling harbour depart circular quay wharf 5 every half hour. We are lucky enough to witness one of the longest whale migrations in the world off the coast of sydney. This time the sailing races did have to be postponed. Whale watching off north head, sydney harbour national park. Whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km. Book today online for an amazing life time experience and use the promo code earlybird2020 to receive 50% off. Due to commercial whaling bans, the population has recovered. Whale watching sydney harbour cruises captain cook cruises. The sea is not calm and bumpy in the end of the whale watching season. Lyn lindfield, travel blogger harbour story premium the 2 hour cruise around sydney harbour was undoubtedly the best harbour tour we have. Any boat prides itself on being able to provide you with the biggest selection of whale watching sydney tours available. The best whale watching in sydney where you are more likely to spot whales from the shore is during winter when as many as 20,000 of them migrate along the new south wales coastline.
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. It is not the most tourist season in sydney, but you should try whale watching if you are visiting the city during this period. Find out what the whales get up to on their epic journey. North head in sydney harbour national park, which also has free parking. The warmest times to go will be during the beginning and end of the season, as theyre not in the deepest part of. I seen more than half of the passenger onboard was. From april to mid august the humpbacks are heading north to give birth and mate in the waters of the coral sea. 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. Learn about their migration, behaviours and what you might see on on of our cruises. 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. Available for android and ios, download the wild about whales app and log your whale. Top five sydney whale watching spots nsw environment, energy.
The wild about whales website and app lists all the best viewing locations. Departure is from circular quay or darling harbour and there are morning and afternoon sessions. Whalewatchers can download the free wild about whales app to get realtime notifications of sightings nearby, log their own sightings, find top. Southern rights have been seen in sydney harbour, pittwater and botany bay and, in july 2012, a southern right whale was spotted with a newborn calf just off middle head. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Whale watching cruise departs darling harbour, sydney. The vessel was clean with adequate seating for the number of people i think about 30 and plenty of room to move around to get views of the whales. Whale watchers enjoyed great views from balmoral and the manly scenic walkway in sydney harbour national park at dobroyd head. Sydney whale watching offers 100% whale sighting rates, and guarantees a free return cruise if you dont see a whale. On this whale watching cruise youll spend around two hours and 45 minutes out on the water, enjoying an unbeatable view of sydneys iconic landmarks and the migrating humpback whales. Visit lyns blog to read her great post whale watching in sydney with captain cook cruises. A whale playing in the harbour, as seen from north head manly, nsw. August looks like quite month in this chart, but is not because there are no whales.
See magnificent humpback and southern right whales at play on a sydney whalewatching cruise. Download a copy of the whale watching guide video sydney whale. Humpback whales are the most likely whales you will spot during the sydney whale watching season in 2018, however you may be among the lucky to spot orcas and. A humpback whale and its calf were injured on monday after apparently being hit by a ferry in sydney harbour, with witnesses saying the animals had ugly gashes and cuts. What was a population of 242 humpbacks in 1996, according to national parks research. Whale watching the whales were magnificent, graceful, breathtakingly awesome and there were lots of them.
Experience a truly unforgettable whale watching trip and get up close and personal to humpbacks and many other marine species such as southern rights, orcas and minke whales, dolphins, seals, fairy penguins and albatross. Weve opted for a lowkey approach on a halfday whale watching tour off sydney heads. Being able to be this close to this wonderful animals was just stunning. With more whales visiting the sydney area in the following weeks yachting officials really do appear to have something to. 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 calf rescued in sydney was entangled in shark net from. Jump on board this sydney speed boat for your encounter with the whales. Sydney s best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Whale watching tours departing from sydney whalefree. Go whale watching direct from sydney harbour may to november. Each and every one of our team members loves what we do, and therefore. Humpback whales were spotted off the australiam east coast last week during their annual northerly migration. Your comprehensive guide to sydney harbour whale watching and all about whales.
The first trip was the 2hr adventure boat and the second trip was the 3hr. Sydneys best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Our dedicated team are always available to help you decide which boat and whale watching package are best suited to you. Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you. The best way to experience these magnificent mammals and view famous sydney landmarks is from onboard a whale watching sydney cruise. We have a selection of sydney whale watching tours to choose from below. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. One year of whale watching in just one infographic. Whale watching cruises are filling up and curious locals are lining coastal headlands. During the first, humpback whales are heading north towards warmer waters to mate and. Whale watching season in sydney is incredible, and its something you need to see for yourself. Sydneys whalewatching season typically runs from may into december, when thousands of whales migrate through the area. The openair viewing decks on board the catamaran offer unobstructed views and the best opportunities for spotting and watching the whales.
Whales often cruise close to shore, so they are easy to spot, and have even been known to pop up inside sydney harbour. Ocean dreaming ii is our newest vessel, very fast, modern, comfortable with active ride control to smooth out the bumps at sea, searchlight sonar to find the whales underwater and plenty of whale watching deck space, it is the newest and most advanced whale watching vessel in australia. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before. Also, see other marine wildlife such as dolphins, albatross, seals and the beautiful coastline of sydney. Whale watching season has commenced and from now until december thousands of humpback whales will pass the coastal shores of sydney in the biggest mass migration in the world. Warriewood, whale beach and mona vale headlands all offer fantastic birds eye views over nearby safe harbours where the whales regularly call in to rest. About whales whale watching sydney manly fast ferry. During whale watching 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. Best fleet of purpose built, comfortable and fast whale watching boats.
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