Journey into the world of the whales and experience an exciting close encounter with one of the world’s largest marine mammals aboard Australia’s most luxurious whale watching vessel Spirit of Migloo.
Within 20 minutes of departure you will be assisting our crew to find Humpback Whales by scanning the horizon for the famous “blow” – a great exhalation of warm breath that turns to vapour as it hits the cool sea air.
From June to November every year thousands of Humpback Whales frequent the Gold Coast during an epic 5,000km migration journey between the feeding grounds of Antarctica and the breeding grounds of Tropical Queensland.
Thankfully, these beautiful and endearing creatures are now fully protected in Australian waters after being virtually wiped out by the Australian whaling industry in the 1950s. Sea World Whale Watch tours see an ever increasing number of mothers and calves.
A dramatic exhalation of warm breath condensing in cool air.
Lifting the tail out of the water and slamming it down onto the surface.
Leaping clear of the ocean then crashing backwards in a cascade of spray.
Poking the head above water to observe surroundings.
Lifting tail above the surface using pectoral fins to stay upright.
