First blue whale of the season spotted off orange county coast. Photo by sea world whale watch a group of fishermen cut a humpback whale free from. More than 7,000 whales holiday in the fraser coast on their 5,000km migration from antarctica to teach their baby calves sweet skills like breaching, spy hopping, tummy flashes and plenty of other survival tools. One of the best whale watching locations is hervey bay, staying for a few months during their long migration along the queensland coast. The whale watching season in the gold coast runs from may to november each year.
File photo courtesy of a blue whale nurses its calf off the dana point headlands. Spirit of gold coast is the only company to have sighted migaloo, the white whale for 3 consecutive years 10th july 2003, 2nd june 2004 and 16th july 2005, and again in 1st july 2009, 27th september 2012 and last year on 10th august 2015, 10th august 2015 and this year on 11 th of july 2017. Its prime time whale watching season on the gold coast so dont miss out on the opportunity to get up close to witness the gentle giants of the sea. Anthony arden and his brother set up the gold coasts first whale watching tour business in 2005, a week ahead of its nearest competitor. We went out with tallship adventures, i would have to say the crew. From skydiving and four wheel drive experiences to gold coast whale watching and glow worm tours, theres a gold coast activity suitable for everyone. One of the first whales of the season passes the coast. Pdf southeastern pacific humpback whales megaptera. The whalewatching capital of australia, hervey bay, is a popular spot for our biggest coastal visitors, the humpback whales from june to november. The whale watching season on the gold coast runs from late may through to november, we had a fantastic time with whales in paradise and i wouldnt hesitate to recommend them thanks for a wonderful day. With tours operating daily, youll enjoy a fun excursion out on the water so be camera ready for these shy creatures.
Morning tea, coffee and biscuits continues to be served 9. The gold coast is one of australias most loved destinations. Gold coast whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Watch whales sing and dance on the coral sea on board your private gold coast whale watching tour, with just your party of guests 7 max and your skipper darryl cruising the coral sea. The crew have a combined whale watch experience of over 15 years and are dedicated to providing their. The gold coast is one of australias top humpback whale watching destinations.
In october and november, they travel back south, making hervey bay, gold coast, byron bay and coffs harbour the best places to watch them. Whales in paradise are the original gold coast whale watching company and the only whale watch operation whose cruises depart from the heart of the gold coast in central surfers paradise. The original ifaw research vessel song of the whale spent several seasons, starting in 1987. Cruises and tours run during the main part of the season usually from around 1 june to 31 october most importantly, people ask about when the best time to see the whales is, and the real answer is during the months of june, july, august, september and october.
On the ocean in front of the gold coast we listen live to the whale song and watch their charismatic nature on board your private skippered yacht. The gold coasts original whale watching tour operator. About sea world whale watch join the marine experts at sea world cruises for a whale watching experience of a lifetime. The right whale is also a slow swimmer making it an easier target for whalers. We have just returned from two weeks on the gc and we toured with tall ships. Best time for whale watching on the gold coast australia. The seasons first blue whale was spotted just off the coast on saturday.
Pdf coastal fronts utilized by migrating humpback whales. Whale watching california grey whales to take advantage of the california gray whales 12,000mile migratory route from a gold beach standpoint, southbound migrating whales move past the oregon coast dec. Gold coast whale watching season 2020 outlook sea the gold. The gold coast is a fantastic place to watch humpback and. Airbnb gold coast semesterboenden och stallen att bo pa. Southern california whale watchers can view these giants during the summer months. View giant blue whales during the summer and fall, and gray whales in the winter and spring. During this time the annual humpback whale migration passes the coast. Cruise gold coast offers personalised private cruises on the beautiful gold coast waterways and whale watching. For many communities on the west coast, whalewatching season is a big deal. The gold coast whale watch season runs from may to november each year and weve got all the options including departures from surfers paradise, sea world or coolangatta.
To maximize your chances of spotting the majestic creatures, here are some tips for whale watching around brisbane, the gold coast, and hervey bay. Departing from the jetty at the end of cavil ave in the heart of surfers paradise, the journey begins on the waterways of the nerang river, past the spectacular homes of the rich and famous. Whale species in southern california and surrounding waters. Australias pacific coast is a whale watching hotspot, offering a unique opportunity to witness the magnificent creatures of the deep in their natural environment on their annual migration along the east coast. Whale watching off orange county from newport harbor. Getaway sailing on the gold coast exclusive private gold. Take a cruise with boattime charters for your chance to see the beautiful humpback whales off the gold coast. And, brisbane whale watching offers some of the worlds best humpback whale sighting opportunities, with tours departing daily from moreton bay. Humpback whale locations were recorded off the gold coast. First humpback whales of season spotted off the gold coast. So, depending on the area, the main season for whale watching is earlier or later in the year. 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. In queensland, gold coast and sunshine coast have a huge range of attractions to keep visitors and locals entertained, including some great whale watching cruises perfect for the family days out.
From whale watching cruise with spirit of gold coast. The best whale watch tours and destinations are presented here for you to explore including. While whale watching season on the gold coast runs from may to november every year, the best time to catch the migration is between june and october. Thousands of guests have boarded whale watching cruises on the gold coast in. Humpback whale locations were recorded off th e gold coast. Whales travel at different speeds, some also not going the whole distance. Here is everything you need to know about the annual humpback whale migration along the east coast of australia. Humpback whale survey transects, the eastern south pacific region. As the whales migrate up and back down the east coast of australia each winter, the gold coast is able to double dip as the whales head north and then again as they return south the whale watching season on the gold coast runs from june november. Whales in paradise gold coast whale watching gold coast. Gold coast whale watching options there are two whales in paradise cruises a day, starting at 9am and 2pm.
Its celebrated with festivals, lectures, and, of course, countless whalewatching cruises. We expect whale watching tours start up again for the 2019 whale watching season from late may 2019 and run through to early november 2019. Blue whales average 100 feet in length and 100 tons, this is the size of a boeing 737 jet. Sea world whale watch main beach 2020 all you need to. While some of the cruises can be pricey, many of the seasons activities are affordably priced or even free. The whale is recognized by its distinct callosites skin thickenings around its jaws and eyes. Whale watching app helps research gold coast bulletin. Whale watching season off the popular gold coast region begins around the end of may until october. The spirit of migaloo ii is australias newest and most advanced whale watching vessel operating in the gold coast. It continues out the seaway, between the spit and south stradbroke island and into the pacific ocean, in search. Cruise departs from sea world in main beach and continues past south stradbroke island. When to go queenslands whalewatching season runs from june to november, during the australian winter months, when the east coast becomes a breeding ground for migrating whales. The first whales spotted off the gold coast this morning. Check out the booking options for whale watching including preseason deals as they become available, often with huge savings.
Scared dog never wagged her tail until she met her foster dad blossom the dodo duration. We joined whales in paradise for a whale watching tour, during the september school holidays. Whale watching in brisbane, the gold coast, and hervey bay. With whales in paradise, you dont just get a tour you get a close whale experience like no other. Whale watching in queensland is an australian tourist must do attraction. Check out the booking options for whale watching including pre season deals as they become available, often with huge savings. The best time to see whales in queensland brisbane kids.
You can take your pick of what is the best time for whale watching from the various parts of the cycle of these animals as they migrate to their breeding grounds and return along the east coast of australia. The humpback whale season in queensland is june to early november. Great whale watching opportunities mixed with the added bonus of being in one of australias best holiday destinations. The gold coast is a great whale watching destination. As the first whale watching operator on the gold coast and a familyrun business you will be sure to be looked after as they take pride in offering a whale watching cruise with a difference. Spirit of gold coast marine biologist zara king said the team was expecting a busy six months with an unprecedented number of the majestic creatures set to pass the gold coast as. Local whale watching company spirit of the gold coast whale watching experienced a bumper season of whale watching in 2017, with a record number of.
The gold coast is one of the top whale watching spots and tours are run on modern vessels with a. While whale watching season on the gold coast runs from may to november every year, the best time to. Although the two whales that we observed werent willing to play on the day, they are often curious and playful creatures that perform all types of acrobatic manoeuvres like barrel rolls, breaching, tail slaps, peduncle throws and spyhopping. You will be provided with the most intimate and memorable encounter with humpback whales on the gold coast. The blue whale is the largest of the whales and can grow up to 25 metres. Whaletrips australia the best tips for whale watching. There is room to move around and entertain on the large protected back deck, extended duckboard, the enclosed flybridge or. Spirit of gold coast whale watching, gold coast, qld. Setting sail from the pristine waters of the gold coast, the spirit of migaloo ii is australias newest and most advanced whale watching vessel. The luxurious 40 foot catamaran is called lifes good. Whale watching season has started and residents are being urged to download a new smartphone app to help with research into the giant. Feel free to upload images of whales, dolphins or any other sea creatures. We did ask a few of the crew and they advised us, that they really didnt see any difference in the number of whale sightings between morning and afternoon, so whenever you decide to go, choose either time that suits you. Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey.
There are plenty of fun adventure activities and sightseeing tours on offer all year. Sea world whale watch ten years ago, you would struggle to see a couple of calves. Only 20 minutes to the nearby water of the australian whale sanctuary. Whale watching season has splashed down for spirit of gold coast after its eagleeyed crew spotted the first migrating humpbacks breaching off the coast last month. These mating pairs may be dynamic during the breeding season. Sea world whale watch claims first whales for the season.
The gold coast whale watching season has officially begun, running from june to november each year. Blue whale the largest animal on the planet, the blue whale, swims and feeds right here off newport beach coast. Within minutes the spirit of gold coast will have you up close and personal with these majestic creatures as they embark on their annual migration along the east coast of australia this amazing journey is a truly captivating experience, as right before your very eyes these 40 ton humpback whales breach, wave their pectoral fins and slap their tails. Private whale watching tours northern nsw and gold coast. Gold coast versus hervey bay whale watching abc news. Spirit of gold coast whale watch from the gold coast. Be the first to join boat charters gold coast whale watching for the journey of a lifetime. Newsoms new benchmarks for reopening more businesses mega pod of more than 1,000 dolphins stampede off laguna beachs coast first u. Gold coast whale watching from surfers paradise and coolangatta, is an experience not to be missed whales in paradise and coolangatta whale watch boats are smaller intimate cruises, that cater for a maximum of between 45 and 65 guests per cruise.