Where are the whales right now Victoria?
Whales can be spotted out at sea all along the Great Ocean Road, past Phillip Island and on to Gippsland’s south coast, however, the best viewing opportunities are found in and around Portland, Warrnambool and Phillip Island.
What month are whales Warrnambool?
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 metres of the shore. They can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach.
Are there whales in Port Fairy?
Humpback whales in Port Fairy In Port Fairy, we head for East Beach. Here, we keep our eyes peeled for humpback whales and southern right whales. The still-active Port Fairy Lighthouse stands tall on Griffiths Island. Its red door and domed roof are just like a picturebook lighthouse.
What is the best time of the day to see whales Warrnambool?
morning
The best time for whale watching at Warrnambool is in the morning and middle of the day because whales will usually breach when the sun is shining. Breaching is when they are easiest to spot and it is a fantastic sight to see.
Where are the whales now?
Quebec, British Columbia, New England, Washington and Oregon are among the best places in the world for whale watching. Most likely to see: humpbacks, fin and minke whales on the east coast, humpbacks, orcas and gray whales on the west coast.
Where can I see whales in Phillip Island?
Grab your binoculars and try your luck down at Cape Woolamai, Surf Beach, Pyramid Rock, The Nobbies or the Summerlands area, which all offer great whale watching opportunities. Southern right whales can also sometimes be seen in the shallow waters off Cowes or San Remo jetty.
Are whales migrating right now?
Gray whales are migrating along California’s coast right now.
What is the best time to see whales in Phillip Island?
between May and October
The best time to visit is during the cooler months, between May and October. Call ahead to the Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre at Newhaven for information on the latest sightings or check the Whale Sightings google map for the Phillip Island region.
When’s the best time for whale watching?
When is the best time to view the whales? The best time of year to view Orca whales is in May through September. If you’re looking for humpback whales then we suggest September through January.
What’s the best time of day to see whales?
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.
What is the best time of year to see whales in Vancouver?
Whale watching season in Vancouver runs from March to October. Since the whales migrate unpredictably through the area following their prey, there is no “best” month or time of day to go during the season.