Question 1

What month is best for whale watching in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

From mid-May, humpback whales begin passing Sydney on their northern migration from Antarctic waters. The peak months to sight them are towards the end of June and the beginning of July. Be ready to see lots of breaching and males showing off their dominance.

Question 2

When can you see whales in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

In Sydney, the whale migration goes between May and November. But the absolute best time to see them is late June and early July – probably the last week of June and the first week of July, around about the winter solstice.

Question 3

When can you whale Watch in NSW?

Accepted Answer

In NSW, whale watching season runs from late autumn to early spring, between May and November. However, the best time to see these majestic mammals in action is late June and early July - around the time of the winter solstice.

Question 4

What time of day is best to see whales?

Accepted Answer

Whales are never diurnal, but they can be crepuscular. This means they are most active during twilight hours which are both before sunrise and after sunset.

Question 5

Is it better to see whales in the morning or afternoon?

Accepted Answer

One of the reasons that the morning time is the best time of day for whale watching has to do with weather and ocean conditions. The wind is a key player when it comes to smooth seas, and morning trips often have less wind.

Question 6

What month is best for whales?

Accepted Answer

Whale watching season typically runs from June to October and any month is a good time to get up-close and personal with these gentle giants. Everyone's favourite aerial behaviour, when the whales launch their entire body out of the water in a spectacular breach, can be seen at any time.

Question 7

How long does whale watching last?

Accepted Answer

Usually a whale watching tour takes anywhere between 2.5 to 3 hours in order to navigate the ocean in search of different whale species. Depending on the type of whale, it may be necessary to navigate further out from shore to get the best opportunity to spot them based on their migration and feeding habits.

Question 8

Do you get whales in Sydney Harbour?

Accepted Answer

Along with all the cruises, there are many good whale sighting spots along the coast on either side of Sydney Harbour, with North and South Heads being the easiest for visitors to reach without a car.

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