Each year from june to october south west victoria welcomes migrating whales. For more info about whales in sydney download the about whales whale watching guide. Find out the best places for whale sightings in nsw and information on whale watching tours. The number of whale sightings on the big island at 8. A great start to the season, warrnambool locals are hoping this is a sign of many more sightings to come. Three levels of uninterrupted viewing plus a water level platform gets you as close to the whales as possible making this an ideal whale watch vessel. The 2019 whale watching season operates approximately 18 may to 30 october. You can stay apprised of recent whale sighting on the great ocean road by visiting the roads official tourism website.
Road whale blog to stay up to date with whale sighting notifications. Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. Whale season on the great ocean road go west tours. Soak up the great ocean roads warrnambool winter whale trail and take in. The first whales of the season have been spotted in victorias port phillip. We visited logans beach while visiting warrnambool its a place to visit. The whale trail at a glance, download your own pdf map to quickly see.
Warrnambool visitor information centre 03 5559 4620. Sep 17, 2014 a 16metrelong dead whale has washed up on an isolated beach near warrnambool, in victorias southwest. Whale watching in winter with itineraries visit warrnambool. For updates on sightings visit au or follow the sightings on facebook. Other facilities include laundry and a childrens playground. Boat charters warrnambool fishing charters and luxury. Anyone coming to warrnambool this winter to see the whales be sure to take the visit to logans beach warrnambool.
Our two boats found 2 playful humpbacks in the strait of georgia playing in the waves and then got word of a pod of orca that was found just south of them so they headed over to see those animals as well. They can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. Warrnambool, the selfproclaimed kindergarten for southern right whales. Recent sightings vancouver island whale watch nanaimo bc. The deep blue hotel and hot springs is your place to relax, rejuvenate and replenish. Keep going west from warrnambool and youll reach portland a. Winter whale trail in warrnambool visit warrnambool. Keep track of sightings here and get some whale watching tips. So, depending on the area, the main season for whale watching is earlier or later. Not sure how many you might see around the warrnambool area as havent been there for whale watching but last year at victor harbor in south australia there were up to whales overwintering in the area but the absolute best place in the world to see them is at nullabor where you can stand on the cliffs and see up to 60 mothers and babies resting in the swells and the seascape is.
Blue whale study codirector margie morrice was at thunder point yesterday to identify and document the behaviour of the visiting whales. Warrnambools wonderful whales and those who watch them abc. We share photos of logans beach and whale sightings as they are posted on social media. Whale watchers visiting warrnambools logans beach viewing. Time of sighting blue whale humpback whale killer whale southern right whale unspecified other. Whale sighted off warrnambool the standard warrnambool, vic. Southern right whales have been visiting warrnambool for hundreds of years. Warrnambool whale watchers are getting excited after a southern right whale was seen cruising offshore from warrnambool on monday. She is a topaz sportfisher 37 built by fishermen for fishermen, a long time legend in u. Whilst whale sightings are not guaranteed, the knowledgable crew. This years whale season has provided some great viewing from the logans beach platform with two mums and babies in attendance. Freedom iii is a 17 metre power cat perfectly suited to luxury whale watching in hervey bay queensland. Logan beach whale watching platform, warrnambool ticket. In 2014 we brought the whale hotline online, offering the public a way to report marine mammal sightings from their computers or mobile devices.
The whales often swim within a hundred meters of the shore. A study prepared for international fund for animal welfare in 2009 estimated that million people went whale. Newport landing whale watching offers whale watch trips open to the general public as well as private cruises. Daily whale sightings cruise info and bookings whale watching. Each female produces one calf every three years, usually born in august. Guests on our great ocean road day tours also have a real chance of spotting a whale or. Whale watching is an increasingly popular and mustdo experience. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Guests can make use of blue whale motor inns barbecue area or enjoy room service. These southern right whales are avoiding the official nursery viewing beach for a. You can also download our whale trail flyer to take with you. We left the harbour on the 28th into some wind and waves, but it was all worth it to see all the wildlife we found that day.
Another good reason for an early whale watch is the weather, as mornings are often calmer, meaning that the ocean surface is more glassy. The local visitor information centre team can help you plan and book your next visit to warrnambool. From beautiful orange county in southern california view dolphin seals sea lions and our gentle giants the grey whale. Be sure to view the full itinerary for all the juicy details and insider tips. Whale sighted off warrnambool the standard warrnambool. Australia the best tips for whale watching in australia whaletrips. A daily log is provided on the great ocean road whales on the great ocean road whales facebook page. May 23, 2017 warrnambool whale watchers are getting excited after a southern right whale was seen cruising offshore from warrnambool on monday.
Whale sightings in the area are often posted on several facebook pages. Logans beach warrnambool 2020 all you need to know. The program was promoted at the swim centre and in a local newspaper. Whale watching almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters of warrnambool s logans beach to calve.
Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. Almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters off warrnambools logans beach to calve. Average numbers for whale sightings fluctuate a lot. Sightings are subject to change quickly we attempt to update the page with the latest confirmed sightings in a timely manner. Whale watching wild about whales nsw national parks. Each day we record whale sightings which can be viewed online below, or view a selection of last seasons reports here. Jul 10, 2017 magnificent giants of the deep have been caught frolicking off warrnambool in a stunning series of pictures. On the app, you can create a new report, select the species, add a photo and any other helpful information. Recent orca whale sightings near seattle island adventures. Dead fin whale washes up on beach in warrnambool, victoria. He said last weekends sightings at different spots on the surf coast were most likely the same whales.
We had our first sightings off the beach at apollo bay early in june and another mid month just off the main beach. Do you want to know the entry ticket price for logan beach whale watching platform. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Blue whales make rare warrnambool visit the standard. Warrnambool is victorias largest coastal city outside port phillip bay and is the fastest growing economy and population centre in the great south coast. Whale watching in warrnambool you are here home victoria great ocean road warrnambool whale watching in warrnambool the southern right whale can be seen mayoct. Sun, apr 12 penn cove we saw on the news that you would like reports of whale sightings. In 2011 the first sightings were about mid may at logans beach in warrnambool and much further up the coast at ocean grove. Two bays whale project, phillip island whale watchers, and wildlife coast cruises. Come and try with the support of aquazone, our swimming centre, the warrnambool whales conducted a 3 week come and try program with the aim of increasing our membership. Boston cbs some good news off the coast of massachusetts sightings of the endangered north atlantic right whale are increasing, according. The platform at logans beach is a specially constructed platform ideal for whale watching, and is even fitted with binoculars for your prime viewing. Our whale report is archived back to 2003 with descriptions and photos from our tours. For wildlife lovers, enjoy a whale watching cruise during the calving season june to september or a seal watching tour.
The young female fin whale balaenoptera physalus, which is estimated to weigh 25 tonnes. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins cetaceans in their natural habitat. Aug 15, 2015 i shot this a few weeks back early in the whale watching season. The southern right whale was captured on film by veteran whale enthusiast bob mcpherson. You may choose to book online or call 1800 637 725 or email. Southern right whales can be seen along the south coast between may and september each year. Winter whale watching in apollo bay great ocean road. Anyone can do that by downloading the whale report app on a smart phone. Mr walker said warrnambool, which calls itself victorias southern right whale nursery was a more common destination for the species but they often made the journey towards the surf coast. The whales often swim within a hundred meters off the shore and can be viewed from a specially constructed whale viewing platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. Increased sightings of endangered right whales reported. For updates on sightings visit au or follow the sighting on facebook.
During the winter of 1978 the phone line was moved to the whale museum where it has been maintained for the last 42 years. Warrnambool area information guide by john batman group. Whale watching in victoria 2020 catch sight of one of the worlds most treasured underwater animals with these whale watching cruises. Over the last few years we have been fortunate to have pods stay along the beach for as much as a week at. It swam in almost to the wharf, then turned and went back out. Its whale watching season visit victoria media hub. First whale of the season spotted off southwest the. Get up close and personal with the friendly giants of the sea on a whale watching tour around warrnambool and port fairy.
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