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We've got a whale hunt, coming

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[Free Tour]     16 Jun 2020
More than 50% of the cetacean species on Earth live in Australian waters. Every year in the late autumn of the southern hemisphere, whales migrate north from antarctic waters, along australia's east-west coastline, to warm waters foraging, mating, and giving birth to small whales, before returning to antarctic waters in spring. And every year, from May to September, it is the best time to watch wh...
We've got a whale hunt, coming

More than 50% of the cetacean species on Earth live in Australian waters.

At the end of autumn in the southern hemisphere every year, whales migrate north antarctic waters, along australia's east-west coastline, to warm waters foraging, mating, and giving birth to small whales, before returning to antarctic waters in spring.

May-September is the May to September, it is the best time to watch whales in Virginia, humpback whales, orcas, and southern right whales swim through the Bass Strait, where they make short stops and feed on the open temperate waters.

Would you like to see the largest mysterious creature on earth in Virginia in your lifetime? Continue to read the island's ultra-whale guide, pick out your favorite whale-watching sites, and look for the ocean's infinite whale ~.


1. Whale Species and amp; Characteristics in Virginia 

Humpback Whales of humpback whales

We've got a whale hunt, coming
We've got a whale hunt, coming

The humpback whale is known for jumping out of the water, for its long pectoral fins, and for calls of adult males.

They have unique white underside, long fin-like limbs and small dorsal fins. The head and jaw are covered with small, tuberculous protuberances called nodules, another feature of humpback whales.

When they migrate, they are come in pairs and are said to be "monogamous ".


Southern right whale Southern Right Whales

We've got a whale hunt, coming
We've got a whale hunt, coming

Southern right whales live only in the southern hemisphere, smaller but heavier than humpback whales.

Their bodies are dark gray or black, with no dorsal fin and long arched mouth features.

Southern right whales move slowly and can sometimes be seen in shallow waters within 100 metres of the coast. A high probability of going out to sea in Australia is due to the fact that they like to perform "whale jumps "~ in droves over the sea


Orcas Killer Whales

We've got a whale hunt, coming
We've got a whale hunt, coming

Orcas are mainly composed of black and white color contrast.

They are the fastest swimmers of all cetaceans and can reach speeds of more than 50 kilometers per hour when hunting. not only predatory small marine life, they even attack whales and sharks, can be said to be the strongest marine life, so also known as killer whales, killer whales, orcas. Orcas occasionally come to waters near Phillip Island because seals are an important part of their diet.

And the orca don't like to act alone, so if you meet them, you' ll see the orca family swimming ~ the sea


Blue Whale Blue Whales

We've got a whale hunt, coming
We've got a whale hunt, coming

The blue whale is the largest living animal on earth, with a long, thin body and a bluish-gray back. It is more than 33 meters long and weighs 177 metric tons, equivalent to more than 25 African elephants.

But such behemoths, too, can hardly avoid the fate of race extinction, and have been included in the protection of endangered animals. If you're lucky enough to see them, you' re really lucky!

If you want to better identify whales, click on the zoom to read the image and learn more about whales ~ Oh

We've got a whale hunt, coming

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We've got a whale hunt, coming

If you have a deep attachment to the whale, like the island, you can choose a way to get closer to the whale —— go to sea!

Philip Island's winter-limited whale-watching cruise will be guided by an experienced captain during a four-hour cruise. In addition, the trip included a tour of Phillip Island, a visit to seal rock to observe the habitat of hundreds of seals, and a professional explanation of the crew to learn more about marine life. Enjoy a delicious lunch, coffee, tea and cake before disembarking to upgrade the whale watching experience.

If you want to go out to sea whale watching, remember to scan down the QR code Didi housekeeper, our day whale watching trip is super rich ~?


Bird and Island Whale Mission

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2.Cape Otway, from Melbourne: approximately 3.5 hours drive


We've got a whale hunt, coming

From may to october, the breeding season for southern right whales, at this time of year, as many as 25 species of whales migrate to the cape of otway lighthouse (Cape Otway Lightstation) on ocean road, making it great place to watch whales in Virginia.

There is a whale sculpture near the Cape Otway lighthouse, the same size as adult male southern right whales. When you come here to watch whales, remember to base on an invincible sea view and leave photo memorial ~ in front of this sculpture.


3.Warrnambool, from Melbourne :3. approximately 5 hours


We've got a whale hunt, coming

Also located along Ocean Road, the Warrnambool, is known as the "Southern right whale kindergarten ", because the quiet waters here are the perfect place for southern right whales to reproduce and feed their young.

During the growing period, the mother will stay here for a few weeks to help strengthen the body and prepare for a long journey back to sub-antarctic waters.

And so here, you'll have a chance to watch the process of mother whale breeding, and Logans Beach wide whale watching platform is a good place for visitors to interact closely with mother whale watching and young whale water. Moreover, Lady Bay is Warrnambool other whale-watching location with high rates of encounter.


4.Portland, from Melbourne :4. approximately 5 hours


We've got a whale hunt, coming

Portland, northwest of Warrnambool, is also home to breeding southern right whales. But the most special thing here is that it is one of the only 12 places in the world where blue whales are often seen.

When summer comes here, there will be a chance to watch very rare blue whales near Cape Nelson and Cape Bridgewater!

However, since blue whales rarely approach offshore waters, the probability of being seen ashore is low. so the best way is to watch them from the air. On a Heli Explore sightseeing plane, you'll have a 95% chance of meeting a blue whale during a 30-minute flight ~ is n' t it a super heartbeat

Heli Explore website: http://www.heliexplore.com.au


5.Lakes Entrance, From Melbourne: About 4 hours drive


We've got a whale hunt, coming

The Lakes Entrance, in eastern Virginia, which has Australia's largest inland lake Gippsland Lakes, is known for its crab-grabbing attractions and has attracted many people on vacation. But it's a good place to watch whales!

Between June and November of each year, the Amaroo Cruises here provides a whale-watching trip that lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours and provides simple morning tea. The important thing is, the captain is super self-confident, guarantee 100% can watch whale, can not see will be full refund, overbearing full score!

Go to sea whale watching website https://amaroocruise.com.au/whale-watching-in-the-great-lakes/:

Finally, I wish you all this winter ,???? happy!


Attention for whale watching

1 Sunscreen

Even winter can not ignore the ultraviolet rays of Australia. Please prepare sunscreen, hat and sunglasses and do enough sunscreen.

Cold-proof, waterproof clothing Winter sea breeze is very cold, to prepare in advance warm, and waterproof clothing and towels.

Be sure to take seasickness medicine if you want to go out for whale watching. A well-ventilated place on a boat overlooking the sea can also ease the feeling ~ seasickness

The easy-to-work dress even on the more secure days of the waves, walking on the boat is still quite shaking. Avoid wearing short skirts and high heels, and choose easy-to-remove clothing and sports shoes for whale watching.

6 Other equipment: binoculars, cameras, light but hungry food (to avoid seasickness, don't eat too much before getting on board)


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