Whale tail coming out of the water
Two whale fins waving out of the water.
A whale jumping back into the water with half of it's tail visible.
Whale tail coming out of the water
Whale Watching
Whale watching is an excitement that's hard to describe - there's really nothing like seeing these incredible mammals and watching them play in our oceans.
Although whales can be spotted as early as May and right through until January, the main time for whale watching begins in August and runs through to the end of November, although the number of whales in our waters is increasing each year and the season is getting longer.
Peak time is September to late November, when they are heading south to Antarctica with their young.
For the best experience, take a whale watching charter and get up close to see them feeding and playing along with other marine life including birds, seals, dolphins and penguins.
Watch whales from shore at any of these vantage points:
Haycock Point or anywhere around the headland in Ben Boyd National Park
The lookout above Lions Park Beach towards Pambula Rivermouth
Or take a whale watching cruise with one of our experienced & professional whale watching operators:
Frequently asked questions
What tours are available to book in Merimbula?
We have a large range of tours available from Whale watching (Seasonal) Fishing Charters, Kayak tours and Oyster Tours. All of which are bookable via our website or in centre by our friendly team of volunteers. Please call us on 02 6495 1129 for more information.
Where can I book whale watching tours in Merimbula?
You can book whale watching tours in The Merimbula Visitor Information centre or at the Merimbula Marina (Sapphire Coastal Adventures) office. Bookings are also able to be made online. Whale watching is best between August and October however whale sightings sometimes occur during the northern migration between May and July.
