G'day fellow ocean lovers, The ocean is home to hundreds of thousands of species, from microscopic phytoplankton to the mighty humpback whale we’re lucky enough to see off the Sydney coast. But it’s also where an estimated 11 million tonnes of plastic ends up each year, and that’s in addition to the millions of metric tons of plastic already circulating in our oceans. Plastic pollution is having a serious impact on marine life, including whales. At Go Whale Watching Sydney, we believe that running a responsible, low-impact whale tour is part of the job, and that helping protect the ocean is something everyone can contribute to.
Ahoy whale watchers, If whales competed in the Olympics, they’d clean up. Heaviest animal? Gold. Loudest voice? Powerful enough to travel across oceans. Longest commute? They’ve swum further than most people fly in a lifetime. Whales never cease to amaze us, and their attributes are so impressive that they’re certified in the legendary Guinness World Records.
Greetings from the big blue, Not too long ago, spotting a humpback whale off the Sydney coast would have been a rare and extraordinary occurrence. Today, it’s an annual event spanning six months, something we look forward to every winter as these ocean giants breach, blow and slap their way along the east coast of Australia. It’s one of the most powerful conservation stories in Australia’s history, but first we have to go back 200 years to a darker chapter in the whale story.
Discover the best spots to see whales across Australia. See humpback whales in Sydney Harbour, Sapphire Coast and more amazing locations!
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Discover top whale photography tips from expert photographers on a whale cruise in Sydney. Learn how to capture stunning shots of humpback whales in action.
Explore what fuels the humpback whale’s epic migration past Sydney, how they feed on krill, and why protecting our oceans is vital for their future.
Discover the incredible variety of whale species you can see in Sydney, from humpbacks and minkes to rare orcas and blue whales. Learn how to identify them and when to spot each species on a whale watching cruise from Sydney Harbour.
When do humpback whales migrate? Find out when the best time is to see whales during Sydney whale watching season from May to November each year.
Why do whales breach? Discover the reasons behind this impressive humpback whale behaviour and how to see it on the best whale watching cruise in Sydney.