Warrnambool is regarded as the southern right whale nursery of the southwest. The southern right whale inhabits and breeds from may to september in the southern coastal waters of australia, especially enclosed bays. It may be that some sections of one route may better suit you than the one shown. Discover the whale watching cruises that let you spot the magic of whales as they migrate. Whale watching, nature and wildlife, great ocean road. The whales return to the warm bays of the southern ocean in june to have their young and stay until mid september. The vline app is an easy way to get service updates, see your next five scheduled vline services and get southern cross station platform information.
Your best chance of spotting whales is around phillip island, portland and warrnambool. Whale watching, nature and wildlife, victoria, australia. From may to september, our winter is a whale s summer, and the giants of the deep journey from the antarctic for their annual babymoon, breeding, birthing and raising their calves in our backyard. Whale watching port fairy accommodation, business and. Watch breathtaking southern right whales and blue whales as they make their annual migration to victorias coastal waters. They can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand. 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 almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters of warrnambool s logans beach to calve. Subscribe to our seasonal mailing list to have the guide emailed direct to your phone. Look for viewing platforms, clifftops and rocky outcrops along the coast for a better view or join a wildlife cruise to get a closer look at these majestic mammals.
Its cold but just think this whale has just arrived at her winter holiday destination after coming up from antarctica. Almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters of warrnambools. Once they were hunted almost to the point of extinction, but since whaling was outlawed in 1935, their numbers have been growing. Whale watching along the great ocean road melbourne. Our warrnambool wanderer tour takes you past main attractions including the botanical gardens, warrnambool race course home to the grand annual steeplechase and famous may race carnival. Roads maritime capital of warrnambool, where the whale trail begins. Almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters of warrnambools logans beach to calve. Many of these tours can be linked to form extended tours. Plan your road trip to warrnambool river cruises one hour guided tour in vic with roadtrippers.
A woman got a surprise on sunday evening after she spotted a killer whale, or orca, swimming in warrnambool s lady bay. You can watch the magnificent southern right whales from the port or on a whale watching tour and, if youre lucky, right up close. Magnificent giants of the deep have been caught frolicking off warrnambool in a stunning series of pictures. The whale trail at a glance, download your own pdf map to quickly see. Browse timetables, see southern cross station arrivals and departures and more. The whales often swim within a hundred metres of the shore and can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. Relax and take the vline train to warrnambool and let warrnambool tours take you exploring warrnambool, the great ocean road, 12 apostles, otway rainforest or the grampians. Small group tours of maximum 5pax, meals included for a fee. Hotels near logans beach whale watching platform, warrnambool. A bit further west, you can visit warrnambool, the selfproclaimed kindergarten for southern right whales, as this is where lots of right whales go to raise their. The capital of the great south coast of victoria and the best place to discover the great ocean road. Crossing the hopkins river we then venture to logans beach southern right whale nursery for some whale watching june to september or beach viewing.
Although whale sightings are likely we cannot guarantee. Keep going west from warrnambool and youll reach portland a town of only 10,000 people plus whales. Top 6 summer regrets and how to avoid them warrnambool. Often the whales and their calves can be seen off east beach in port fairy once the. Twelve apostles tour great ocean road warrnambool tours. When fiona van kempen owner of warrnambool tours had her first business smoko express, she spent every weekend of the whale season at logans beach. Fishing charters and luxury cruise charters, warrnambool. Warrnambool, destinations, great ocean road, victoria. The whale trail through warrnambool, port fairy and portland, also known as the whale corridor, is one of the only places in. Along the whale trail through warrnambool, port fairy and portland, youll spot southern right. Whale watching in winter with itineraries visit warrnambool. Warrnambool s visitor information centre presents a guide to events, attractions, entertainment, tours and whale watching reports warrnambool is a city situated on victorias far southwest coast between port fairy and port campbell. Stay in warrnambool and take day trips only an hour to the 12 apostles and day trips to everywhere else.
The great ocean road is a popular spot for many reasons it boasts a wild and rugged coastline, it is home to several of the regions bestloved natural attractions, and it garners stunning views out across the ocean, which is why it is the perfect place for whale watching. In summer, southern right whales live in the subantarctic. Sweeping green pastures contrast the southern oceans deep blues and orange hues of rocky outcrops, history lives on in ancient lands and famous shipwrecks, culture abounds and wildlife add animation to the already energetic landscape. The platform at logans beach is a specially constructed platform ideal for whale watching, and is even fitted with binoculars for your prime viewing. Time your trip to the great ocean road region between june and october for whale watching at logans beach, victorias southern right whale nursery. Whale express, tour, great ocean road, victoria, australia. For wildlife lovers, enjoy a whale watching cruise during the calving season june to september or a seal watching tour. The platform is free to access and is open at all times. Visit warrnambool between june and october and youll have the chance to do a little whale watching right from the lush sand dunes of logans beach. Whale season on the great ocean road go west tours. In victoria it often said that warrnambool is the best place to whale watch, although whales can be often spotted right along the great ocean road. Often travelling in pods, they may often be seen loafing or travelling, but more excitingly, tail slapping or blowing.
Day trips from port fairy port fairy accommodation. Set your travel preferences to receive push notifications that are relevant to you. Logans beach in warrnambool is the whale watching mecca. Whilst very early in the season it does appear to be a southern right whale this video comes in from joshua iezzi and was taken at logans beach whale viewing platform warrnambool. Download the map the whale trail at a glance, download your own pdf map to quickly quickly see where the best whale spotting locations are. Breathe in the sea air with a stroll along the foreshore promenade, then pause for. Excellent christmas party we did a day long customised tour of distillery, winery, brewery, cidery including lunch. Some tours cross over others, and wherever this has occurred i have tried to take different routes to see more of the country. Marvel at warrnambool s captivating position, nestled into the rising contour of victorias southwest coast amid green dairying country and overlooking the deep blue of the southern ocean. Warrnambool a small town along the coast of western victoria, is a popular place for whale watching, just as are the neighbouring port. The best whale watching areas are located in portland, warrnambool, and phillip islanda popular day trip from melbourne. Soak up the great ocean roads warrnambool winter whale trail and. Whalecome to warrnambool a small city with a huge attitude.
You can also download our whale trail flyer to take with you. To say warrnambool is alive with special events during summer, is an understatement. Almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters of warrnambool s logans beach to calve. 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. The whales often swim within a hundred metres of the shore. Book warrnambool logans beach whale watching platform hotels and get the lowest price guranteed by. We share photos of logans beach and whale sightings as they are posted on social media. Discover our local secrets with warrnambool tours tour with a. 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. Dont miss a minute of the action by downloading your copy of the i am warrnambool summer guide. Logans beach is located in the coastal city of warrnambool. Welcome aboard reel addiction our luxury, iconic, topaz 37 sportfisher. Winter whale trail in warrnambool visit warrnambool.
Dont miss out call fiona to secure your seat max 11 seats per trip. Join a deep sea, reef or tuna fishing charter from port fairy, along the coast between portland and warrnambool. Watch these breathtaking mammals, the southern right whale and blue whale, from the shoreline as they migrate to the coast of victoria each year. Vline regional public transport for victoria travel. The city is a major provider in the fields of commerce, governance, social services, health, education, culture, the arts and recreation. Half day fishing charters, full day fishing charters, sightseeing boat tours, whale watching, wildlife tours. Get up close and personal with the friendly giants of the sea on a whale watching tour around warrnambool and port fairy. Presenting the top five place to spot a whale in victoria from phillip island to warrnambool take the kids on a winter whale watching adventure. The area is home to victorias southern right whale nursery, and from the viewing platform, visitors can see these incredible creatures and.
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