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 Welcome to Whale Watching at Jervis Bay
NSW Australia
Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruises, Tours & Private Charters Jervis
Bay NSW
It's Whale Season - (June - Nov) so don't miss the opportunity
to view theses magnificent creatures in the wild at Jervis
Bay Marine Park
The South Coast of NSW and in particular Jervis Bay
offers some of best whale watching experiences in Australia.
Choose Jervis Bay & Dolphin & Whale Cruises
For Your Whale Watching Experience
Jervis Bay on the NSW South Coast is one
of the few pristine coastal areas left in NSW. The picturesque
bay and its environs form the Jervis Bay Marine Park. The protected
bay and its surrounds are diverse in marine and bird life and it
has some of the most amazing and spectacular scenery along the
Australian coastline. It's breathtaking beauty, and its rich cultural
and natural significance have long been recognized and appreciated
by locals and visitors alike.
Unique to this area are the resident
pods of Bottlenose dolphins that can be found in the bay all year
round. Seasonally we witness the migration of the majestic Humpback
whales along the East Coast, this occurs from June to mid November.
theirexpertise and local knowledge will ensure ytheirclose encounter
with these playful creatures will be an experience to remember
JERVIS BAY whale-sighting success rate for 2008 season
was 96%, as we cruise only when
their experience leads them to to believe whales will be sighted.
Jervis Bay Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruises South Coast NSW
See the Humpback whales annual migration
with Jervis Bays most experienced whale watching skippers & crew.
Dolphin & Whale Cruises
Jervis Bay's
whale watching cruise operators; local owned and operator cruise companies.
Whale
Watching cruises in Jervis Bay and have been conducted cruises
since 1998. The many years of whale watching experience has taught
us the best times, places and conditions to sight the whales both
inside and outside of the Jervis Bay Marine Park, hence
their high sighting rate (96% in 2008).
 We
witness the migration of the majestic Humpback whales along
the East Coast from June to mid November. Humpback whales
are the most active of all the whale species and provide some
of the most spectacular sights that nature can provide. theirknowledge
and understanding of these mighty leviathans will ensure you get
the best experience possible.
The early departure ensures you get the best
cruising conditions and that you are the first to see the whales.
For passenger comfort and the best prospect to spot these magnificent
mammals, we only cruise when sea conditions are favourable.
Other whale species are occasionally sighted, including Minke
whales, Pygmy Right whales, Orcas, Fin whales and Southern Right
whales. In addition we offer cruises to Australia’s only mainland
fur seal colony whilst Little Fairy Penguins are often sighted
during cruises.
 Why
choose a Dolphin & Whale Cruises at Jervis Bay?
Your friendly skippers and crew have over 30 years experience
cruising the Bay. Locally owned and operated on purpose built 17m
Luxury Catamarans.
Jervis Bays Whale Watching cruise company.
Ask about their Dolphin & Whale guarantee-Free
Return Cruise.
Huskisson Hyams Beach Vincentia Jervis Bay
Make a day of ytheirJervis Bay Marine Park experience,
discover the wonders of the bay, watching dolphins, whales and
seals in the wild on Dolphin & Whale Cruise, then enjoy the many
other attractions around the bay, including a variety of Alfresco
cafe's and restaurants.
Visit the famous ,
and enjoy the view over looking the bay or Huskisson wharf area.
Jervis Bay is a Mecca for SCUBA divers all year round,
there is a range of great dive spot divers around Jervis Bay The
bays premium Dive Shop is open 7 days for your diving requirements. also operates at Jervis Bay.
Jervis Bay has something for every diver … reefs, drop-offs, caves,
crevices, archways and gutters. the average depth of theirdive
sites is 20 metres; most are multi-level with rocky-reef topography.
some sites have excellent walls, swim-through and bubble caves
and can drop off to 50 metres.
Holiday Accommodation Packages Jervis Bay NSW
The Shoalhaven-Jervis Bay region has a number
of other tourist attractions and accommodation which complement
their cruise operation and can be included in day trip or overnight
ttheirpackages. These packages can be tailored to your special
requirements.
 There are
many small villages nestled around the shores of Jervis Bay; Huskisson,
Callala Bay, Callala Beach, Myola, Vincentia and Hyams Beach.
All offering their own unique activities, attractions and accommodation.
For more details on Activities & Accommodation at Jervis Bay see
their
Jervis Bay Whales and Seals
Dolphin & Whale Cruise provides a number of cruise
options, which depart daily from Huskisson Wharf. On board luncheons
are available on request to group bookings or as an option, we
have a working relationship with the Huskisson RSL where we can
arrange lunch overlooking Jervis Bay and Currumbene Creek. The
RSL is adjacent to the Huskisson wharf facility, the departure
point for theircruises.
Jervis Bays whale watching companies
knowledge and understanding of the whales migration ensures
you get the most from ytheirwhale watching experience.
For passenger comfort and ability to spot these magnificent creatures
we only whale watch cruise when conditions are suitable.
The many years of whale watching experience has taught us the
best times, places and conditions to sight the whales inside and
out side Jervis Bay Marine Park, hence theirhigh sighting rate.
Jervis Bay whale-sighting success
rate for 2008 season was 96%,
as they cruise only when their experience leads them to believe whales
will be sighted.
In addition we offer cruises to Australia’s
only mainland fur seal colony where Little Fairy Penguins
are often sighted during cruises.
Other Cruise Options
Jervis Bay Whale
Watching FAQ
Q.
What types of whales will I see?
The majority of
whales sighted at Jervis Bay are the Humpback whales, which migrate along
the east coast from June to November. However we do see other species
on occasions such as Southern Right whales, False Killer Whales, Orcas,
Minke whales and on one occasion we sighted the largest of all the Blue
Whale.
Q.
What are the chances of sighting whales?
Our level of experience will
ensure you have the best possibility of sightings. On average the chance
of sightings has increased over the last few years as the whale numbers
increase. The success rate is about 95%
Q.
Does the sea get rough?
There will always
be some motion of the boat when in the open sea, However if our experience
tells us that the conditions are unlikely to provide a comfortable ride
the cruise may be cancelled. All cruises should be confirmed the day prior
your booking.
Q.
Will I get a good look at the whales?
Regulations dictate
how close we are able to approach the whales, generally 100m however whales
can be inquisitive and often approach the boat at close distances.
Q.
Where is the best spot on the boat to see whales?
All the decks
provide excellent viewing but generally the decks forward of the bridge
are the best.
Q
What will the whale watching experience be like.
Every viewing
is different and that adds to the expectation of the cruise. Some days
we observe the whales as they continue there travels along the coast,
on other occasions we find them resting and most occasion we observe them
either breaching, tail slapping or pectoral fin slapping.
What
to look for when Whale Watching
No doubt you will
be anticipating and wondering what your experience will be like. Whale
watching is about patience and understanding that we are indeed in the
whales environment. When they grace us with their presence, it's a gift.
The gift cannot be controlled or timed. In their natural environment,
whales will be whales, mostly swimming, sounding and occasionally displaying
some of their particular behaviours. It's a privilege to be an observer.
We hope your experience will leave you with a greater understanding of
whales, there precious environment and what you can do as an individual
that will make a difference to their world and ours.
Blow: The 2-3
metre cloud of vapour above the waterline.
Breach: The 45
tonne body rears out of the water with just a few beats of the tail
Pectoral fin Slap:
One /both flippers are raised slapping the water.
Fluke up dive:
The large tail is lifted to show the underside or flukes as it "rounds
out" to dive.
Dorsal "Round
Out": The back of the whale bends into the classic hump posture as the
whale surfaces.
Tail Slap: The
whale forcefully slaps the tail in a horizontal or sideways movement.
DID
YOU KNOW?
Humpback Whales
have:
" Little or no sense of smell or taste.
" Very sensitive skin that is easily sunburned.
" Remarkable eyes with strong muscles that change the shape of the lens
so they can see in the air or underwater.
" Incredible hearing ranging over many kilometers for navigation communication
and finding food.
" Calls or songs that travel hundreds of kilometers. .
" Pectoral fins that are ten times longer than your arm.
" Tail Flukes that often feature black and white markings on the underside
that can be used to identify individual whales.
" An average weight of 45 tons, which is about 1000 children together
" An average length of 15 -17 meters which is about 10 adults lying head
to foot
" An eye the size of a grapefruit
" No pores or sweat glands
" A belly button
" Calves that are fed daily over 400 litres of rich milk that is the consistency
of condensed cream.
" An expelled breath or "blow" that reaches a speed of between 300
- 500 kilometers per hour as it exits through the blowhole.
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