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Whales

Whale  Watching

Watch the whales from your front lawn!
 
Between May and August Humpback whales travel up the east coast of Australia on their annual migration from their winter feeding grounds in Antarctica to their summer birthing area in the warmer tropical waters.
 
During their migration north, most whales come within a short distance of the NSW coast. The best time to see them and sighting their tell-tale "blow"  is late morning and early afternoon.
 
Early morning, from sunrise until 10am, is the best time for whale watching. Late afternoon also offers quite good opportunities but avoid the middle of the day, when glare makes spotting difficult.
 
Weather conditions are of vital importance. The best conditions are when there are light winds and smooth seas. In rough seas, the whales stay much further off shore and the presence of white caps and spray makes spotting virtually impossible.
 
While you'll be able to spot whales with the naked eye, binoculars will greatly increase your viewing experience.