Whale watching in Manly
Whale watching is a great winter experience and can be done for free from the cliffs of North Head, right here in Manly.
From late May to Early December there are thousands of humpback whales that migrate through these waters. There are more than just Humpbacks however, with whales such as the Southern Right, Minke and Orca along with dolphins often being spotted.
Here is a few tips on what to look for.
Humpback whale
With their fluke-up dives, fin-slapping rolls and spectacular breaches,
humpbacks can put on an awesome show. They're now prevalent along the
NSW coast, but were once almost hunted to extinction.
Southern right whale
You can spot a southern right whale by its 'V' shaped plume of
spray. These whales are often seen in shallow water, including
estuaries and bays. Originally named because it was the "right" whale
to hunt, being a slow swimming and featuring a high percentage of
blubber.
