The whale watching season in the gold coast runs from may to november each year. Cruise departs from sea world in main beach and continues past south stradbroke island. Aug 30, 2009 the gold coast is one of australias top humpback whale watching destinations. 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. Gold coast whale watching whale watch tour bookings. Humpback whale calf freed from shark net off australian coast. Find more information about whale watching in queensland and new south wales at wildaboutwhales. Spirit of gold coast whale watching, gold coast, qld. Hundreds of whales in gold coast waters daily looking for love. Whale watching daytrip on the gold coast in queensland. There are plenty of fun adventure activities and sightseeing tours on offer all year.
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. It is a huge sea to be finding these wonderful creatures, we saw in the distance a female with her cub. Join spirit of gold coast for the journey of a life time. Humpback whale watching gold coast, queensland youtube. Please refer to the detailed event information on the left for eventspecific details on performances for the whales tale, the lost lending library, welcome to sameville, emil and the detectives and the listies go for bronze with auslan translation. There are three phases of the whale watching season on the gold coast. See whales as they migrate along the queensland coast for less with the latest whale watching gold coast deals, and get tips for the best views. The gold coast is one of the top whale watching spots and tours are run on modern vessels with a range of tour lengths and departure times. The gold coast is a great whale watching destination. Whale watching tours departing gold coast region whalefree. Hervey bay is the unofficial whalewatching capital, hosting its annual whale festival in july and august, while the gold coast is a prime stop on the socalled humpback highway, the whale migration route that runs between australia and the antarctic. The months from november to april form the low season for tourism in the gold coast. We will provide you with the most intimate and memorable encounter with humpback whales on the gold coast.
About whale watching gold coast join us aboard our twostorey luxury catamaran and witness the stunning annual migration of the humpback whales as they head along australias east coast past the gold coast. During winter and spring, majestic humpback whales migrate from the antarctic to the warmer waters off the coast of queensland. The gold coast is also home a world class research group humpback and highrises, led by dr. From skydiving and four wheel drive experiences to gold coast whale watching and glow worm tours, theres a gold coast activity suitable for everyone. Every year around 1200 whales make the 5000km journey the first ones arriving on the gold coast in early june.
Board the luxury superyacht sun goddess and tour in style. When your whale watch cruise returns you can spend the rest of the day visiting the gold coasts famous beaches, hinterland, national parks, theme parks and many other attractions. The crew have a combined whale watch experience of over 15 years and are dedicated to providing their. Starting from seaworld located near surfers paradise on the gold coast we ride out to sea in search of the beautiful. 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. Only 20 minutes to the nearby water of the australian whale sanctuary. Whaletrips australia the best tips for whale watching in. The gold coast is one of australias top humpback whale watching destinations. Whale watching whale watching gold coast, main beach. Whale watching gold coast main beach 2020 all you need to.
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. A white humpback whale, known as migaloo, was spotted swimming off australias gold coast on tuesday. The humpback whale is playful and curious, a tour with whales in paradise will truly give you an intimate encounter with these gentle. The spirit of migaloo ii is australias newest and most advanced whale watching vessel operating in the gold coast.
When your whale watch cruise returns you can spend the rest of the day visiting the gold coast s famous beaches, hinterland, national parks, theme parks and many other attractions. 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. There is room to move around and entertain on the large protected back deck, extended duckboard, the enclosed flybridge or the bow to sunbake. Whale watching cruise with spirit of gold coast bookme. 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. Sep 07, 2015 up to 200 whales pass the gold coast daily, and the queensland government estimates whale numbers are well above 20,000. Up to 200 whales pass the gold coast daily, and the queensland government estimates whale numbers are well above 20,000. Thanks go to whales in paradise for giving our group a great whale watching experience. At whales in paradise, we dont just offer a tour but an experience. Gold coast adventures whale watch from the gold coast. Today we went on a whale watching tour just off the gold coast, to view humpback whales in the migration highway. Leaves from mariners cove marina, berth 95, arm d, next to helicopter pad, seaworld drive, main beach. Aug 17, 2019 lots of whales to see on the gold coast.
The gold coast is one of the top whale watching spots and tours are run on modern vessels with a. Watch the majestic creatures glide through the water on a 360degree viewing deck. Cruise out of the beautiful gold coast through clear blue waters. White whale migaloo spotted off australias gold coast. Whale images spirit of gold coast whale watching tours. Experts from the department of agriculture and fisheries and sea world gold. Brisbane, australia a whale calf has been freed after becoming tangled in a shark net off the australian east coast. Join gold coast adventures for a threehour whale watching cruise on a highspeed, luxurious wave piercing catamaran tours depart daily from mariners cove marina so you can head straight out into the broadwater in search of the majestic humpback whale. The whale was making its annual migration towards the great barrier reef. Catch a glimpse of the majestic humpback whale in its natural habitat.
Set out to the sea from the gold coast for an exciting whale watching experience that guarantees humpback whale sightings. Whale watching is even possible at the great barrier reef, where you will mostly find minke. From whale watching cruise with spirit of gold coast. 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. Spirit of gold coast whale watching tours australia. Feel free to upload images of whales, dolphins or any other sea creatures. Take a cruise with boattime charters for your chance to see the beautiful humpback whales off the gold coast.
Call us if you need help choosing a whale watching tour from the gold coast. There is room to move around and entertain on the large protected back deck, extended duckboard, the enclosed flybridge or. The whale watching season on the gold coast runs from june november. The gold coast is a perennial favourite for whale lovers, and when the whale season is open, there is nowhere better to encounter the majestic nature of the humpback as they move north to their breeding grounds. 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. The period from june to august is an ideal time for whale watching. Whale watching experience from gold coast surfers paradise. Whale watching on the gold coast is a very unique and special experience. With marine naturalists on board, witness majestic humpback whales as they make their annual migration past the gold coast.
We went out with tallship adventures, i would have to say the crew was great and they have one of the most luxurious. The gold coast is also home a world class research group humpback and. With over 20 years whale watching experience, we invite you to join us for a memorable adventure. Contact us spirit of gold coast whale watching tours. Check out the booking options for whale watching including preseason deals as they become available, often with huge savings. Spirit of gold coast whale watching experience this is an excellent experience and the crew do everything in their power to get up as close to the whales as they can. As the first whale watching operator on the gold coast and a familyrun business, we take pride in offering you a whale watching cruise with a difference. 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. Whale watching in brisbane, the gold coast, and hervey bay.
Guests are taught how to find whales, dolphins etc. Best time to visit gold coast weather, season and temperature. With over 70% of all tours starting here, the eastern coast with queensland and new south wales is australias most important region for whale watching. And, brisbane whale watching offers some of the worlds best humpback whale sighting opportunities, with tours departing daily from moreton bay. Jul 11, 2017 a white humpback whale, known as migaloo, was spotted swimming off australias gold coast on tuesday.
Aug 27, 2019 see whales as they migrate along the queensland coast for less with the latest whale watching gold coast deals, and get tips for the best views. Setting sail from the pristine waters of the gold coast broadwater, the spirit of migaloo ii is australias newest and most advanced whale watching vessel. As one of the pioneers of whale watching on the east coast of australia, our gold coast location allows spirit of gold coast to enjoy the longest whale watching season in australia from june to early november each year. Whale watching is definitely a bucket list item so travel the humpback highway and take the opportunity to tick it off, on the gold coast. Watch the majestic creatures glide through the water on a. You can expect to find the cheapest deals on accommodation and flights, but there will not be any boat tours or parties going on during these months. The luxurious 40 foot catamaran is called lifes good. Whales in paradise gold coast whale watching gold coast. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then. The whales tale born in a taxi aus gold coast 2018.
Great day, great weather and we saw a lot of whales. To book your cruise or for more information contact us on. The gold coast is one of australias most loved destinations. Best time for whale watching on the gold coast australia. Morning tea, coffee and biscuits continues to be served. Cruise gold coast offers personalised private cruises on the beautiful gold coast waterways and whale watching. Spirit of gold coast is the only company to have sighted migaloo, the white whale for three consecutive years 10 july 2003, 2 june 2004 and 16 july 2005, and again on 1 july 2009, 27 september 2012, 10 august 2015, august 2016 and twice in 2017. Take home whale photographic keepsake booklet to commemorate the experience.
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