Why do whales migrate?

During the winter, once the waters get too cold down in Antarctica, humpback whales migrate up the eastern coast of Australia to warmer waters.

The warmer waters of the Great Barrier Reef and Hervey Bay provide the perfect breeding ground for these majestic sea creatures. The whales carrying calves also usually give birth during their time along the north-eastern coastline.  
Whale watching in Hervey Bay is the ideal place to spot the whales on their northern winter holiday. As they migrate down with their calves from the Great Barrier Reef, for a few days they rest and play in the calm waters of the bay.

Seasoned whale watching tip - always keep a look out for an all-white male whale, affectionately nicknamed Migaloo, who has been sighted migrating up and down the Australian coastline.

1. There are not just whales in Hervey Bay, there’s lots of other things to see and do. If you feel like exploring, here are the top things to do in Hervey Bay.
2. Discover more about humpback whales, with a bunch of fun facts about these giants of the sea.

Video courtesy of Tasman Venture
 

 


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