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Friday 27 November 2009 The whale season is finally drawing to a close again this year with the water clearly warming up and sightings of whales starting to get a bit thin. It looks like this weekend will be our last weekend for the 2009 whale season, so if you have missed out so far, then be sure to book a seat for Saturday or Sundays cruise. If not, then you should be thinking about a dolphin cruise on board the Spirit of Jervis Bay or for a more 'upmarket experience' then take a look at our new 38' sailing catamaran, 'Discover Jervis Bay'. There is nothing better than being out on the water on Jervis Bay and Dolphin Watch has got the biggest and the best fleet from which to enjoy your time. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 23 November 2009 5 Humpback whales nestled inside the sheltered calm waters of Bowen Island and Murrays Beach a perfect resting place on a nice cool day on Jervis bay. Bottlenose Dolphins also seen as we left Huskisson. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 22 November 2009 A glorious morning on Jervis Bay today with plenty of dolphins & one seal. All on board enjoyed watching these amazing mammals at play. This afternoon just got better with a pod of dolphins right outside the mouth of Currambene Creek. We ventured out to Pt Perpendicular in search of more excitement & spotted a MINKE WHALE about 40 meters away . Yet another great day on Jervis Bay BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 21 November 2009 Plenty of dolphins sighted on todays cruise. We saw the Bottlenose dolphins as well as the Common dolphins outside the heads. 2 Humpback whales were sighted on the afternoon cruise outside the heads near the ruined lighthouse and also 3 more sighted breaching in the distance. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 18 November 2009 The best all season, whilst only 3 whales, our skipper with 15 years experience described the cruise as the best yet. Our clients witnessed 3 whales hijacking our vessel . The calf was described as the smallest calf he had seen and 2 large adults play around our vessel almost at arms length. At one stage an adult spyhopped against our vessel and eyeballed our clients. It was really a case of who is looking at who. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 17 November 2009 Wild and windy, yet still whales INSDIE Jervis Bay. A choppy viewing of 4 humpback whales just wide of Huskisson BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 15 November 2009 Total 18 humpback whales over our two cruises today all still inside the calm waters of Jervis Bay, Also seen on the cruises were our resident Bottle nose Dolphins BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 14 November 2009 - sailing Great conditions for sailing today, sailed across the other side of the bay to Silica Cove where everybody had a swim and some lunch on the way 6 humpback whales were sighted. Phone (02) 4441 6311 to book a charter on Discover our luxury sailing vessel. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 14 November 2009 TOTAL OF 12 Humpback whales today. Still been very active. Breaching, tail slapping and rolling around. Whales are expected to be inside Jervis Bay right up till the end of November. Call now to make your booking now so you don’t miss out. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 13 November 2009 - pm 8 Humpback whales sighted on this afternoons cruise again breaching and tail slapping, A mother and calf surfaced right behind the boat, weather is looking good for the weekend so book now BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 13 November 2009 - am A cooler day on Jervis Bay with this morning’s guests viewing 4 humpbacks breaching and playing INSIDE Jervis Bay. Great weather forecast for the weekend, don’t miss the whales onboard The Spirit of Jervis Bay! Todays picture is again courtesy of our friends at www.marinemammalresearch.com BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 12 November 2009 A total of 18 Humpback whales were sighted over our 2 cruises today. Whales were very active Breaching and mainly tail slapping and surfaced right next to the boat. Also seen on the cruises were our resident Bottlenose dolphins. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 11 November 2009 Wow total of 23 Humpback whales sighted on our daytime cruises today. Whales were very active breaching, tail slapping and waving their pectoral fins. Another 20 whales were sighted on our BBQ cruise. We watched them as the sun set with the whales breaching and rolling around and looking to be having a great time. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 10 November 2009 Our customers on board our luxury catamaran 'Discover' enjoyed an awesome day on Jervis Bay. 8 Humpback whales were sighted resting in the Bay - both adult and juveniles – with an occasional breach and tail slap for photo opportunities. Then it was time for lunch and a swim at a secluded beach at Long Nose Point . THE PERFECT WAY TO DISCOVER JERVIS BAY!!! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 9 November 2009 16 Humpbacks was the number we counted for today but we are sure that there were more. They were just everywhere breaching and having a great time. Great conditions inside the Bay. See you soon Today's image courtesy of our friends from Marine Mammal Research. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 8 November 2009 - am 13 Humpbacks and lots of bottlenose dolphins for the morning cruise. Just as we left the bay we came across our resident bottle nose dolphins feeding, then just a bit urther we came across the Whales breaching and tail slapping having a great time playing. We were right in the middle of the show no matter where you looked you would not have missed a thing. A great way to start the day BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 7 November 2009 - afternoon 14 Humpback whales sighted on this afternoons cruise. That makes today's total 24. WOW! Whales were quite active Breaching, Tail Slapping and waving their pectoral fins. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 7 November 2009 - morning Another 10 whales inside the bay this morning, all mother and calves a lot of communication between the calves as they were breaching and slapping there tails, Whales should be expected to be sighted in the bay for the next couple of weeks so book now on The Spirit of Jervis Bay BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 6 November 2009 An amazing 31 Humpback Whales inside the Bay today! That is a new record for Dolphin Watch Cruises. Conditions were so calm whales were popping up everywhere, some of the whales were breaching and others just having a rest. Also seen were Little penguins and Bottle Nose dolphins. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 5 November 2009 10 Humpback whales sighted (once again inside Jervis Bay) without even having to look for them! All mother and calves taking a rest inside the bay from their long journey south. Book your seat on The Spirit of Jervis Bay now to see these amazing anilmals. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 4 November 2009 WOW another great day, total of 11 Humpback whales sighted again inside the calm waters of Jervis Bay, Mother and calf seen breaching together over 10 times ! approximately 200 Common Dolphins also seen inside the bay over near Honey moon Bay. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 3 November 2009 18 WHALES INSIDE Jervis Bay today. It's like preschool for the whales. They are everywhere. Mothers and babies simply enjoying our warm calm waters. We hope to see you soon. November is our best month of the year for whale watching. Don't miss out. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 2 November 2009 - afternoon A total of 6 humpbacks for this afternoon. Just as we were heading out of the creek the customers were greeted by a lot of breaching form the Mother and Calf that we had seen on the morning cruise. Then, in the middle of the Bay, the other 4 whales were just playing around and not caring less that we were there watching. It is a great feeling to see this as it shows that over the 20 years that we have been doing this, we do not seem to be doing anything wrong to disturb their natural behavior. Overcast but still calm on the waters on Jervis Bay. Come and join us and see the whales at play. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 2 November 2009 - morning 4 humpbacks in the dead calm waters of Jervis Bay. Just as we headed out for the cruise we came across a mother and her calf just outside the creek where we moor the boat. What a way to start the cruise! As we got further, the next mother and calf were just off the beaches of Vincentia and they were both very active with their breaching. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 1 November 2009 Another beautiful morning on the Bay. A humpback and her calf resting right in the middle of the Bay, slowoly making their way over to the northern side of Jervis Bay. Both mother and her calf will probably stay in the Bay for a few more days, resting up before continuing ontheir long journey south. It is comforting that these creatures feel feel they have a safe haven in Jervis Bay. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 31 October 2009 2 Sothern Right Whales and 4 humpbacks inside the bay. Well these Sothern Right Whales must be enjoying Jervis Bay for they are still here breaching and tail slapping and really don't seem to mind that we are back enjoying their wonderful world. The Humpbacks were also giving us a great show with the mothers and calves playing around before the next long part of their journey. What a beautiful sight to see all round BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 30 October 2009 10 Whales and includes a rare sighting of 2 Southern Right Whales breaching Inside Jervis Bay. The Southern Right must be stragglers as its rare to see them this time of year, but they were very playful in Jervis Bay. The highlight of our day was a calve who high jacked our vessel and continuously breached at the back of us, our clients have yet again been blown away by this wonderful migratory event in Jervis Bay. It cannot be missed. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 29 October 2009 - afternoon 14 Whales for this afternoon bringing it to a total of 26 for the hole day WOW our best yet total this year. Very active and a little curious with close encounters. It was like a stepping stone of whales and a bay clear and calm. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 29 October 2009 - morning Whales everywhere- in fact 12 plus seals. Mothers and calves scattered across the Bay, dead calm sheltered water viewing all inside Jervis Bay BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 27 October 2009 ABSOLUTLY AMAZING! 6 Humpbacks were sighted inside the Bay. We came across our first group only 20min into the cruise then we had the next lot 5min after that. We really did have it all. The groups were communicating by a combination of breaching, tail and pectoral fin slapping and also back stroking. The calves were all having a go, trying to copy their mothers with a lot of rolling and playing around. They were not shy as they came up so close we could hear them grunt and the show continued. Customers said it was the best experience they have ever had and I would say the same. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 26 October 2009 Today's morning cruise did set off under grey skies & slightly ordinary looking seas BUT that didn't stop NATURE. About 45mins into the cruise we sighted a large group of 8 whales between BOWEN ISLAND & CHINAMANS BEACH. All on board were thrilled & delighted to witness these gentle giants RUMBLING,TUMBLING & FROLICKING together for a while before they split off into two groups of 3 & 5 & went their separate ways. Truly amazing to see!! Naturally it didn't just end there!! On the way back across the bay we were treated to another special viewing of a MOTHER & her CALF. A truly wonderful experience shared by all on board. Yet another absolutely FANTASTIC morning on JERVIS BAY!! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 25 October 2009 - afternoon It's what we would call NATURE AT IT'S BEST!! With yet another 4 Humpback whales just inside Pt Perpendicular this afternoon! 2 Mothers with their young. One of the duo was quite social & put on a wonderful display of BREACHING & TAIL SLAPPING. Naturally all on board were thrilled that BABY was so keen to put on such a SHOW for them. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 25 October 2009 - morning Well even under grey skies these creatures never cease to amaze!! 5 humpbacks INSIDE the Bay made for a great morning out for all aboard!! DON'T MISS OUT Book your cruise today BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 24 October 2009 2 Humpbacks and 1 Minke Whale were seen inside the Bay today. The minke whale was the first to be spotted right in the middle of the bay. As we moved just a little further we came across a mother with her calf. Mother and calf were breaching then decided to shy off once we got closer but were still happy to have us there by staying close to the surface. Fantastic sea conditions and a nice warm day made the customers experience one to remember. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 23 October 2009 10 Humpback Whales INSIDE Jervis Bay, sunny and dead calm. Our clients are getting a great show of Humpbacks scattered across Jervis Bay. Its seriously like a natural creche for mothers to showcase the newborn calves. The calves act like little puppies playing in our calm sheltered waters. It must be remembered there is no other place in NSW were mums and calves congregate in such numbers daily. This is certainly a big point of difference for tourism on the NSW South Coast and history has shown this will continue to late November. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 22 October 2009 8 Humpbacks seen today all INSIDE Jervis Bay. In dead calm conditions and a slightly overcast sky our clients witnessed mothers and calves all playing, feeding and resting in calm waters between Plantation Point and HMAS Creswell. Our resident Bottlenose Dolphins also see throughout the day. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 21 October 2009 8 Humpback whales seen just outside Jervis Bay, all mothers and their calves, slowly making their way home to the Antarctic Waters nice to see the sun shining finally. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 19 October 2009 A total of 4 Humpbacks inside Jervis Bay and the feature was a spectacular viewing of a massive mother teaching her calf how to breach was certainly a highlight to a great day. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 18 October 2009 6 Humpback whales inside the bay on this afternoons cruise being 3 groups of Mothers with their Calves. It took a little longer but we found them and they were very active with lots of breaching and why wouldn't they be with this amazing weather Jervis bay has had today. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL - TO EXPERIENCE NATURE AT IT'S BEST! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 16 October 2009 A total of 12 Humpback were sighted between our 2 cruises all inside the bay. Our initial sighting was only 30 minuets into the morning cruise of a Mother with her calf then another 2 joined them. The afternoon cruise was also amazing with the Whales breaching and tail slapping. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 15 October 2009 A very interesting morning. Our clients viewed a large sub adult Humpback and her calf just wide of Point Perpendicular. The sub adult was estimated at 3-4 years of age was 90 percent white. Is it the daughter of Migaloo or a distant relative. Who knows, also seen were about 300 Common Dolphins as we made our way back across the heads of Jervis Bay. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 14 October 2009 - afternoon Well it doesn't get much better than this! Even with the windy conditions our happy cruisers have had the joy of viewing ANOTHER 5 HUMPBACKS this afternoon with 3 of them being INSIDE the bay just off HYAMS BEACH. All on board were enjoying SPECTACULAR viewing with these 3 whales really putting on a fantastic show. FOR OVER 30 MINUTES they played, BREACHING, SPY HOPPING, TAIL SLAPPING and PECTORAL FIN SLAPPING!! Wow what a fantastic day on the bay!! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 14 October 2009 The skies were a little greyer today however the viewing conditions were great. Finally the swell has abated and with the winds dropping off, the conditions for whale watching couldn't get much better. We had a sighting of 3 HUMPBACKS this morning just off BOWEN ISLAND. Conditions are looking similar for this afternoon and we are expecting to see some more HUMPBACKS inside the BAY. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 13 October 2009 What a glorious morning on Jervis Bay. It wasn't long after leaving the wharf in Huskisson that we spotted a HUMPBACK & Her CALF just off Chinamans Beach.Then only minutes later another mother & her calf, with the calf showing off for all on board by Breaching a few times. Not long after all that excitement, we were just off Pt Perpendicular where we spotted an adult HUMPBACK slapping his tail on the water & putting on a really good show for all on board. Throughout the cruise we viewed another 7 to 8 adult HUMPBACKS. A truely MAGNIFICENT MORNING CRUISE. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 10 October 2009 As expected, 2 Humpback whales were seen, a mother and calf, taking shelter INSIDE Jervis Bay. Under grey skies our clients enjoyed a special viewing of a newborn calf and its mum near Bowen Island. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 9 October 2009 Well, the weather certainly has not been kind to us in terms of cruising conditions and has hampered our efforts to even get off the wharf for the last 3 days. However today conditions have eased up substantially and we have finally been able to make our way out into the Bay. We have had numerous reports of whales inside the bay, however they managed to allude us on todays cruise. The southern migration, combined with these sorts of conditions make it extremely likely that we will have a lot of whales in the Bay in coming days and weeks as the mothers look to rest and shelter their calves in the relative calm of Jervis Bay on the long journey home. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 5 October 2009 - afternoon AMAZING Whales EVERYWHERE with the sighting of 17 humpbacks on the afternoon cruise bringing the total to 31 sightings over 2 cruises. With lovely flat sea conditions it was the perfect day so come and see what all the fuss is about in lovely Jervis Bay BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 5 October 2009 - morning 14 WHALES, feeding, breaching and just having a wonderful time at Jervis Bay. We have also seen Bottlenose Dolphins, Seals, Common Dolphins a Sun Fish and Penguins. See you on board soon BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 4 October 2009 - afternoon The same 4 humpback whales were sighted this afternoon still inside Jervis Bay all though allot more active, the whales were Breaching, Tail slapping and waving there pectoral fins also seen on the cruise were Bottle nose Dolphins . BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 4 October 2009 - morning Overcast skies today but we were lucky enough to find 4 Humpback whales right inside Jervis Bay, the 1st sighting of the whales were behind Bowen Island than we cruised with the whales as they swam right into the bay near Plantation Point. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 2 October 2009 8 Humpback Whales Can you imagine 6 whales breaching almost simultaneously, well I too have to image it as I was also in the office. Our clients had a morning they will never forget. a massive display of muscle and power of the large group of whales constantly breached near Point Perpendicular. A further 2 whales were seen on our way back inside the Bay. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT OVER THE LONG WEEKEND AND SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 1 October 2009 - Discover Jervis Bay The newest addtion to the Dolphin Watch fleet is our brand new 38' sailing catamaran. For those of you looking for the ultimate experience on Jervis Bay, let us help you 'Discover' Jervis Bay. Today Discover was chartered by 2 young families for a day on Jervis Bay and what a day it was, seeing the 6 Humpbacks at Point Perpendicular then about 15 dolphins at Red Rock and then swim and a play on the beach. We look forward to sharing our new sailing vessel with you and your family on Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 1 October 2009 6 Whales seen just wide of Point Perpendicular. Nice to see the sun shining highlighting these magnificent animals. 3 pairs of Juveniles slowly cruises past the heads of Jervis Bay displaying the occasional tail fluke for our clients. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 29 September 2009 WOW what a perfect day! Finally blue skies and flat seas, total of 10 Humpback whales sighted. 2 Juveniles surfaced about 10 meters from the boat putting on a spectacular show breaching, tail slapping, waving their pectoral fins and rolling around playfully. Whales were also seen breaching in the distance. Approx 100 common dolphins also sighted. Weather looking good for the long weekend. BOOK your seat now so you dont miss out on the THE SPIRIT OF JERVIS BAY. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 28 September 2009 Nice and sunny and no wind on Jervis Bay. Initial sighting was 2 Juveniles in the middle of the Heads of Jervis Bay and then on the way back into the Bay a mother and her new born calf. The calf, like a playful puppy breached about 4 times for our clients. On top of all this excitement we estimate there was over 500 common dolphins scattered across the entrance to Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 27 September 2009 Severe weather warnings prevented us from whale watching today. Instead we had a sheltered day inside Jervis Bay with our resident dolphins. Conditions are forecast to ease Monday and into the week, so we expect to be back to the whales, see you then, bookings are essential. Today's image comes from Illawarra's best landscape photographer, Dee Kramer, and shows the sort of fun you can have on Dolphin Watch's newest vessel, the 38' luxury catamaran, Discover Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 26 September 2009 Windy conditions, the odd dust storm again hampered our passion to show you the whales. After cancelling our whale watch we took our clients to see our resident dolphins. The sheltered waters of Jervis Bay provides relative calm cruising and we showcased a large group of dolphins at Callala Point and then to finish our day off another group at the mouth of Currambene Creek. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 25 September 2009 A fantastic cruise - 7 Humpback Whales and lots of common dolphins, nice sunny conditions and clear skies ! There was also a report of yet another Killer Whale seen yesterday at Bowen Island, this would be the 5th recorded sighting of these animals in approximately a month. An amazing season here at Jervis Bay. Bookings essential, see you on board The Spirit of Jervis Bay! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 23-24 September 2009 A deep low pressure system and gale force winds prevented cruising over these 3 days, how could we forget the massive dust storms we have had..... the dust is forecast to settle and back to the whales in coming days... don't forget we are fastly approaching the season of Humpback Whales and their babies, this period is October and November, bookings essential. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 21 September 2009 A pleasant viewing of a peaceful Humpback mother and calf, highly likely to be the same pair who have found Jervis Bay a peaceful resting place prior to heading South again. This is just a taste of what's expected in coming weeks. Bottlenose Dolphins and the odd Fur Seal also seen during our cruise. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 20 September 2009 2 Humpbacks sighted today. A mother with her calf right near Point perpendicular and with them was a large group of common dolphins. As we were making our back we came across our resident bottlenose dolphins. In the afternoon we found the mother and calf again. The mother is obviously resting her calf for a while on their journey back down south. Hopefully they might stay with us for at least a few more days. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 19 September 2009 - afternoon Whales were alot more active this afternoon 6 humpback whales were sighted all Breaching, slapping there tails and waving there pectoral fins, seals were also sighted on the cruise. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 19 September 2009 Good sea conditions and blue skies today, 3 Juvenile Humpback whales sighted outside the heads they were a little elusive and were not spending much time on the surface, also sighted were the Common Dolphins and the odd Seal. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 17 September 2009 2 southern right whales were sighted today a mother and calf resting just inside the bay at target beach. the water was crystal clear which made it great viewing for all. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 15 September 2009 WOW scattered whales every where today, total of 14 humpbacks were sighted all spread but looked to be communicating as all the whales were breaching and slapping there tails, group of 3 huge whales surfaced right next to the boat than swam around us for about half an hour also seen were a little seal and common dolphins. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 14 September 2009 4 Humpback Whales, 6 Killer Whales and approx 20 Bottlenose Dolphins. Our clients had a cruise to never forget. On a grey overcast day with sloppy seas we saw 4 juvenile Humpbacks rolling and playing wide of Bowen Island. On our way home we were blessed by the sightings of yet more Killer Whales. Very distinct animals were sighted, being the dominant male, his 4-5 sub adults/females and a rare viewing of a Killer Calf. One of the sub adults had a very unique dorsal fin that displayed a rip falling to the left and at the base small remnants of the original fin. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 13 September 2009 4 Humpbacks were sighted on the morning cruise with the first sighting of a mother with her calf. As we headed further out we saw another two juveniles taking it slow for their journey back to the cooler waters. A summers like day with great sea conditions. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 12 September 2009 WOW where to look first? We had a total of 12 Humpbacks past the heads this morning and heaps of common dolphins. The Humpbacks were just everywhere, then out of the blue we saw one in the distance breeching and pectoral fin slapping. We cruised on over hoping that it would continue when we got there. When we arrived we realized there were 2 Humpbacks breeching, Great photos!! Then on the way back we had 3 Southern Right Whales in the bay. What a great way to top off our morning. Warm weather and flat sea conditions to continue right through the weekend. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 11 September 2009 Beautiful cruising conditions today. 2 Humpback Whales sighted again today swimming around right in front of the boat; so close you could almost touch them! Also seen were a pod of over 400 common dolphins. Weather is forecasted to be great for the weekend! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 9 September 2009 6 Humpbacks and over 100 common dolphins. Our Humpbacks travelled in pairs wide of Jervis Bay heading South, like yesterday, cautious viewing initially and then bingo, we were hijacked by 2 juvenile humpbacks. Our clients were thrilled as we drifted with the wind and the whales swam around our bow naturally curious at us strange humans.Lots of Albatross seen throughout and Common Dolphins escorted our vessel across the heads. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 8 September 2009 2 Humpback Whales sighted today. A little elusive to start with, then they literally high jacked the boat swimming right underneath it for about half an hour, also seen were approx 500 common dolphins, resident Bottlenose dolphins and seals. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 7 September 2009 2 Humpbacks, groups of Little Penguins, the odd seal and our resident Bottlenose Dolphins. Despite the rain our valued clients enjoyed located our 2 juvenile Humpbacks beneath Point Perpendicular, they slow cruised South amidst groups of our Little Penguins. Scattered seals were seen and a large group of dolphins on the way back to Huskisson. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 6 September 2009 WOW WOW WOW AMAZING DAY!! 4 Humpbacks Whales, 1 Dwarf Minke Whale, 200 plus Common Dolphins and 6 Seals. The wild life REALLY turned it on for us today with the first sighting being of a Mother with her feeding calf, a very beautiful sight indeed. Its hard to think that it can get any better than this. Simultaneous breaching from the Humpbacks andlots tail slapping near the boat and bobbing. Then out of the blue the Minke Whale was also doing constant breaching a rare sight in Jervis Bay. sea conditions are perfect and clear skies all around. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 5 September 2009 - PM Great afternoon out on the water. Bottlenose Dolphins were sighted not long after leaving Huskisson. Once we got outside the heads, a total of 6 Humpback whales were sighted (all heading south), 1 minke whale and also pod of Common Dolphins. Conditions are looking great for the rest of the weekend. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 5 September 2009 - AM Great cruising conditions this morning but the whales were a little illusive. 1 Humpback was sighted just outside the heads heading north. He looked to be on a mission (obviously running a bit late to get up north for the mating season) and was spending a lot of time under the water. Also sighted on the cruise were a lot of Common Dolphins. Today's image again comes from our friends at Marine Mammal Reseach. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 3 September 2009 A tricky day with the whales as they demonstrated just how elusive they canbe. Was it the ocean currents, was it the sea temp, was it food or simply a fact of nature? Despite this our clients saw dolphins as we left the wharf, seals at Point Perpendicular and over 100 Common Dolphins during their day. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 2 September 2009 Not long after leaving the wharf we sighted 2 pods of Bottlenose Dolphins, as we got closer to the heads of Jervis Bay a total of 5 Humpback whales were sighted quite spread out, customers were entertained by a juvenile as he was smashing his tail into the water and breaching, while another two whales were slapping there tails at the exact same time, just before entering back into the bay a pod of common dolphins were also sighted. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 1 September 2009 Blue skies and good sea conditions made it great viewing for all today. A Minke Whale was sighted today curiously swimming around the boat for at least half an hour just off Stoney Creek. Also seen were 2 Humpback whales. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 31 August 2009 What a wonderful day. There has been record sightings of Southern Right whales in the Wreck Bay area which is the Southern extension of Jervis Bay Marine Park. Today was a wonderful day, even for our crew as we saw 9 Southern Right whales along the cliffs of Jervis Bay and also right inside Jervis Bay. Generally 'logging', many whales seek comfort in shallow calm waters, pending birthing, mating or simply resting. The cliffs of Jervis Bay provided great refuge for the whales and spectacular viewing for our clients. To top things off, we had a special encounter with 2 curious Humpbacks who found it important to stop and take a closer look at the strange looking humans onboard. Truely a cruise to remember. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 30 August 2009 A great day with a real mix of whales and dolphins this afternoon. Two massive adult humpback seen near Bowen Island and then on our way home 2 Southern Right Whales seen swimming inside Jervis Bay. To add to all this excitement Common Dolphins and Bottlenose Dolphins also seen. See you onboard the Spirit of Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 29 August 2009 2 Humpbacks still travelling north wide of Point Perpendicular. Defintiely the stragglers with a number of whales already seen on the return migration south. Common dolphins and our resident bottlenose dolphins also added to the excitement. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 28 August 2009 2 Humpbacks and 100 plus common dolphins on a warm spring day on Jervis Bay. See you on the weekend when conditions are expected to be excellent. Today's image is one of those taken of the 'killer whales' that visited Jervis Bay two weeks ago. They were last seen heading north and have since been sighted again up off the coast at Sydney. Hopefully they will visit again soon.. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 27 August 2009 A tricky sunny day for whale spotting. Llots of whales but they were playing a game of hide and seek. Groups of whales were seen north of Point Perpendicular; their behaviour was very strange. Long deep dives and no direction of travel, maybe simply resting from their long migration. Mother nature works in mysterious ways. No sign of the entangled calf seen yesterday, we do wish it well.... Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 26 August 2009 6 Humpback Whales found close to the Ruined Lighthouse. Despite the windy conditions our clients had a great view but we were sickened to see a group of 3 whales with a calf entangled in commercial mooring or fishing lines. She was dragging with her 3 white buoys, we alerted Authorities the Jervis Bay Marine Park and Booderee National Park who launched a search for her hoping to free her from the nets. Please be careful what you put in our oceans. Today's image is supplied from our friends at Marine Mammal Research. You can see their webpage and support their work at www.marinemammalresearch.com and hopefully prevent occurrences such as those observed today. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 24 August 2009 8 humpback whales were sighted today wide off Point Perpendicular. Eventually our customers witnessed a spectacular show with 2 curious juvenile humpbacks swimming around our vessel tail slapping spy hopping and breaching. Our resident bottlenose dolphins also made an appearance on our way back to the wharf. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 23 August 2009 Another day of beautiful skies and sea conditions. 2 Humpback whales were seen today. One straggler heading north with the other one making its way south. A large group of Common Dolphins was also sighted on the cruise. Today's image shows Dolphin Watch Cruises' other vessel 'Discover', our 38' luxury catamaran up close and personal with one of the whales. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 22 August 2009 Beautiful day today flat seas and blue skies and to top it off we saw a total of 5 Humpback whales about a mile off the heads travelling south. Customers on board got to witness how big these animals actually are as one of them launched itself right out of the water as the boat was leaving. We also saw our resident common dolphins. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 21 August 2009 WOW Total of 11 Humpback whales sighted on todays cruise, they were not in a real hurry travelling anywhere spent most there time Breaching, tail slapping and spy hopping, Also seen were s very large pod of Common Dolphins weather is looking good for the weekend so book your seat now on Tekin III The Spirit of Jervis Bay Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 20 August 2009 Another great day with calm seas and brilliant sunshine. 7 humpbacks sighted at the seal colony near Drum and Drumsticks outside Jervis Bay. We also saw over 200 common dolphins. Fantastic viewing of these majestic animals. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 17 August 2009 1 juvenile humpback put on a display for our customers today. Numerous breaches in front of our vessel made for some great photo opportunities. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 16 August 2009 WOW 2 seperate groups of 8 Orca killer whales were sighted this morning just inside Jervis Bay at Long Nose point heading into Target Beach.The feature whale in each group was the massive dominant male with a daunting tall dorsal fin. The male escorts its females and the younger less dominant males around the open oceans. Jervis Bay has 3 seal colonies and we all know the return of the newborn Humpbacks is just around the corner. Nature is a wonderful thing and Jervis Bay is the perfect place for nature to be showcased. See you onboard, Bookings essential. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 15 August 2009 What a great start to the southern migration. Not long after we left the wharf at Huskisson a Southern Right Whale was spotted inside the bay just off Plantation Point.Closer to the heads 3 Humpback whales were sighted heading south. All 3 whales surfaced right next to the boat and had a good look at us. On the way back we saw common dolphins and a group of seals. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 14 August 2009 We are on our way back from our annual slippage to give our vessel Tekin IIII a pampering. We have just experienced 4 whales heading south who were very interested in our vessell. The Whales got very up close and personal when we stopped the boat to enjoy the experience. AMAZING. Our next cruise is scheduled Saturday 15th August at 9.30am. See you on board. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 7 August 2009 Over 200 Common Dolphins were our first sight for the day. After about 5min with the common dolphins 2 humpback whales emerged from among them and we had a spectacular display of their tails as they were diving down. On our way back we came across our resident bottle nose dolphins in the middle of the bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 6 August 2009 2 Humpbacks were sighted near Stoney Creek and also among them were a group of Australasian Gannets and one lone Yellow nosed Albatross bird. On our way back we had 2 Fur Seals with there flippers up out of the water. The seals do this as their cooling process. We had Ideal sea conditions with a slightly overcast sky. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 5 August 2009 We saw everything today. Initially seals then our resident Bottlenose Dolphins then more seals with approx 200 Common Dolphins and then of course our Humpbacks. Just off the Ruined Lighthouse 2 massive Humpbacks introduced themselves with an almighty breach a sheer demonstration of muscle and power. One whale then rolled over and backstroke for a few minutes. What a great day on Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 4 August 2009 Whales everywhere. 9 Humpbacks over 300 Common and Bottlenose Dolphins Albatross Gannets and scattered seals. The variety of Dolphins were bait balling feeding across the heads of Jervis Bay with the company of Fur Seals and Gannets. The whales were seen at the Ruined Lighthouse dotted across the sea. Our clients witnessed communication between the whales with a series of breaches pectoral fin slapping and tail slapping. It does not get any better. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 3 August 2009 3 Humpbacks were sighted today as well as dolphins and baby Fur Seals. Although breezy, sea conditions were fantastic and are expected to remain that way all week along with sunny skies. What better time to come and join us for a cruise. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 2 August 2009 4 humpbacks were sighted throughout the day as well as common dolphins and baby fur seals. It was a quick and easy find with the first initial sightings of the whales breaching and then as we moved in closer, one more breach just to make sure that we noticed. Sunny skies and flat seas are expected into early next week. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 1 August 2009 6 Humpbacks seen throughout our day as well as Fur Seals, Common Dolphins and our Bottlenose Dolphins. Isn't nature wonderful and Jervis Bay seems to have it all. Brilliant sunshine and flat seas to continue into next week. See you onboard The Spirit of Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 30 July 2009 It just gets better and better. 4 Humpbacks lunge feeding wide off the Steamers Head Seal Colony. Humpback whales being from the Baleen Whale family thrust themselves through the water mouth wide open engulfing everything in sight. The mouth closes then forcing the water out and entrapping all krill or small baitfish in their 300 plus baleen plates in their upper jaw. Their natural feeding grounds are the Antarctic Waters. This feeding at Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 29 July 2009 4 Southern Right Whales Common Dolphins scattered Fur Seals the odd penguin and a large group of Bottlenose Dolphins. Where else in NSW can you expect to see this on one cruise. The ocean was like a lake. The Southern Right Whales were in sheltered water between Long Nose Point and Point Perpendicular making a spectacular scenic backdrop. The commons between the heads and to finish off the Bottlenose escorted us back into our berth at Huskisson. What a day on Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 28 July 2009 A total of 4 Humpbacks seen today. A slow start to the day and then this afternoon a sighting of 2 Whales against Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 27 July 2009 2 Humpbacks scattered seals and about 20 resident Bottlenose Dolphins. Blue sky and calm seas our clients witnessed 2 of the biggest Humpbacks ever slowly cruising across the middle of Jervis Bay heads. We left the whales and bumped into a very interesting group of seals at Dart Point and then our resident dolphins at the Groper Coast.A great forecast for the rest of the week. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 26 July 2009 5 humpbacks sighted through out the day. A slow start to our day with about 400 common dolphins and lots of seals then finally we came upon the whales just near Point Perpendicular. Sea condition perfect with an over cast ski. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 25 July 2009 A total of 4 humpbacks were sighted through out the day. They put on a show of tail slapping and as a goodbye to us they showed their pectoral fins as we left. It was an absolutely magical day on the waters and is expected to stay like that though the rest of the weekend. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 23 July 2009 6 Humpbacks seen today. Initially we found a juvenile Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 22 July 2009 3 humpbacks our resident Bottlenose Dolphins and the most amazing display of bubble netting. That is when dolphins encircle schooling fish into a tight ball as they exhale forming a ring of bubbles around the bait ball or schooling fish then taking turns to swim through the tight bait ball and feed. Joining in the action were seals common dolphins penguins crested terns and gannets. It was the best example of wildlife interaction we have ever seen! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 21 July 2009 pm 8 humpbacks were all around us this afternoon. These whales were going fast and keeping up with them was fun for all as they were breaking through the water with every glide just eager to get to the warmer waters. Sea conditions were great with a slight wind. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 21 July 2009 am 4 adult humpbacks were sighted near Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 20 July 2009 9 humpbacks were sighted all up today. Initially the first one was just inside the bay then we came upon the rest just outside near Point Perpendicular. We had a constant sighting of the Whales as they stayed near the surface. The weather was stunning and the water was just perfect and is expected to stay like that for the next few days. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 19 July 2009 3 juvenile humpbacks were sighted just off Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Satuday 18 July 2009 -afternoon 2 Humpbacks were sighted this afternoon breaching and tail slapping just out of Point perpendicular. These humpbacks also came in for a close up. Also joining them was a pod of about 300 or more common dolphins just out past the heads. A perfect winters day all round. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Satuday 18 July 2009 - morning 6 Humpbacks were sighted on the morning cruise. On a mission to get to the warmer waters curiosity got the better of a few and they decided to come in for a closer look which was a shock for our customers as they came up unexpectedly. They stayed with us for about 5min then headed back to the group. Sunny skies and good sea conditions are expected through the rest of the week end. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 15 July 2009 - afternoon 5 humpback Whales were sighted on the afternoon cruise they were playful with a lot of tail slapping. Also entertaining the customers was a lone seal playing with seaweed VERY CUTE! Sea conditions were perfect and crystal clear. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 15 July 2009 - morning MAYBE FIRST ONE OF THE SEASON A New Born Baby Calf all of about 2 days old was spotted among 10 humpbacks this morning right under Point Perpendicular. They were taking it slow which made for easy viewing and great camera shots and then WAM a breach right near the boat. Also seen were a large group of Common Dolphins just at the entrance of the bay. Great sea conditions with a slight over cast. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 14 July 2009 - afternoon Another great cruise this afternoon total of 5 humpback whales just below the cliffs of the ruined lighthouse. Also seen were the bottlenose dolphins. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 14 July 2009 - morning Perfect day out on the water today blue skies and calm seas. 9 Humpback whales were sighted just outside of the heads. The whales were beaching and two of them surfaced right next to the boat also seen on the cruise were our resident bottlenose dolphins. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 13 July 2009 - afternoon 4 Humpbacks this afternoon travelling along close to the cliffs of Steamers Head and Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 13 July 2009 - morning 9 Humpback Whales and Bottlenose Dolphins. The Humpbacks were scattered across the heads of Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 12 July 2009 Slow start to the day but on the afternoon cruise we sighted 6 Humpback whales just wide of the heads. Across the bay the Bottlenose Dolphins were sighted and once out the heads the Common Dolphins came over to the boat for a play as well. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 11 July 2009 -afternoon 2 Humpback whales were seen this afternoon just wide off the heads of Jervis Bay. Also seen were Bottlenose dolphins and little penguins. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 11 July 2009 -morning WOW. A total of 9 Humpback whales were seen on the morning cruise today. Calm sea conditions made it great viewing for all. Also seen were our resident Bottlenose dolphins. Conditions are looking great for the rest of the week. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 10 July 2009 -afternoon 4 Humpback Whales Seals and Common Dolphins on todays afternoon cruise. A little bit of sun and scattered showers dId not stop these whales. Great weather forecast for the upcoming week of school holidays. See you on board. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 10 July 2009 - morning 10 Humpback Whales seen this morning and also our Bottlenose Dolphins proved extra entertainment. A Water Spout just wide of Bowen Island also added to a great cruise. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 09 July 2009 - afternoon 7 humpbacks common dolphins and bottle nose dolphins seen throughout the day. A slow start to our day but then the finale this afternoon with whales scattered everywhere close to Bowen Island. Common dolphins feeding between the heads and the bottle nose dolphins were sighted at Hyams Beach. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 08 July 2009 - afternoon After a tough day of sea conditions yesterday we were back looking for the whales today. Just the lone adult was found near the Ruined Lighthouse. A variety of Albatross were also seen. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 06 July 2009 - afternoon
More success on our afternoon cruise. 3 more Humpbacks put on a display as did the common dolphins. We were also greeted by our resident bottle nose dolphins on our way back into Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 06 July 2009 - morning
Great day today . 10 humpbacks sighted and approximately 300 common dolphins joined in for a fantastic display. See you on board soon. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 05 July 2009 - afternoon
Unfortunately no whale sightings today - but plenty of our resident bottle nose dolphins were out to play Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 04 July 2009 - afternoon
A total of 11 humpbacks were sighted today. As we left the creek a group of bottlenose dolphins were spotted feeding. With the sea slightly choppy the whales were moving full force powering though the waves. It is amazing to see just how fast they can move. We also spotted a group of about 100 Albatross Birds lulling in the water. Today was a sunny crisp winters day in Jervis Bay Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 02 July 2009 - afternoon
13 Humpbacks seen on a windy day on Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 01 July 2009 - afternoon
10 Humpbacks and a large group of Common Dolphins provided our clients with a memorable day on Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 30 June 2009 - afternoon
5 humpbacks were sighted on this afternoons cruise. While lulling around in the water they were displaying their pectoral fins and tails. Also a large group of bottlenose dolphins were sighted moving briskly in the bay as they were feeding. The light afternoon sea breeze made no difference to the seas as they stayed calm and clear. A perfect day all round Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 29 June 2009 - afternoon
8 Humpback were sighted on this morning cruise. We had 2 close encounters with the whales swimming around the boat and then underneath. In the lovely crystal clear waters we also saw 1 lone seal feeding. Jervis bay has most defiantly turned it on for us today with flat seas you can see for miles in and warm and sunny temperatures just like spring. We would like to thank Scott Sheehan for this mornings whale image. You can see more of Scott's work at www.scottsheehan.com.au Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 28 June 2009 - afternoon
3 Humpbacks were sighted on this afternoons cruise taking it slow and steady for their long migration north. On the way out cruising through the bay we also had the pleasure of a group of around 30 bottlenose dolphins and among them 2 seals feeding with them. Absolutely perfect sea conditions with an overcast ski. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 28 June 2009 - morning
5 Humpbacks were sighted near the Ruined light house. As the whales glided near the boat it made for easy camera work for the customers and also allowed everyone to see how big the whalesreally are. This is something most people will never forget. Sunny skies and flat seas made the viewing nice and easy and more whales were sighted coming along the coast in the distance. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 27 June 2009
Total of 7 humpback whales were seen on the two cruises today. On the am cruise, a group of five were sighted just at the heads of Jervis Bay. In the afternoon two were sighted just off Stoney Creek. The passengers on board were also lucky enough to get a visit to the seal colony. Hope to see you onboard soon. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 26 June 2009
2 Humpback Whales, Bottlenose dolphin's seals and penguins. What a day! Flat seas and great visibility gave us the opportunity to showcase all the wildlife of Jervis Bay Marine Park. Great weather for the weekend, see you onboard 'The Spirit of Jervis Bay'! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 25 June 2009
6 Humpbacks, flat seas and great visibility. A fantastic day on Jervis Bay! We also visited the Fur Seal Colony where our skipper witnessed a 'breaching' great white shark. It was described as the most amazing thing he has ever seen, right in front of our vessel! Was it chasing a seal?ee you all soon on the Spirit of Jervis Bay! Calm seas for the next 5 days! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 24 June 2009 - afternoon
A total of 4 Humpback whales were sighted on this afternoons cruise. Customers and crew on board got a close viewing when 2 juveniles surfaced right next to the boat than swam straight underneath it. One lone seal was also seen on the cruise. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 24 June 2009 - morning
10 Humpback whales this morning. An initial viewing of 2 whales peacefully migrating past the Ruined Lighthouse, a little further South we hit the jackpot. A group of 8 Humpbacks were lunge feeding on small bait fish near Stoney Creek. A brilliant display of mother nature at its best. Calm sea conditions under grey skies making for great viewing! Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 23 June 2009
18 Humpbacks were sighted today. With the warm sun shining it was one of the most amazing days with the whales doing full body breaches, tail and pectoral fin slapping and with some very close encounters; you could almost touch them. Every way you turned they were there. Also we had about 500 common dolphins, a few seals and the furry little penguins. WOW! WOW! WOW! is just about all our customers could say about today. Today's image courtesy of our friends from MarineMammalResearch.com - thanks Scott. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 22 June 2009
About 400 Common Dolphins were seen just near Bowen Island and also about 30 Bottlenose dolphins seen at Collingwood Beach, but the whales eluded us today. Lets try again tommorrow, the weather is forecast to improve right through the week Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 20 June 2009 - afternoon cruise
5 Humpbacks were seen just behind Bowen Island on this afternoons whale watching cruise. The young juveniles were very playful and relaxed under grey skies, putting on a spectacular display of simultaneous tail slapping and breaching for our clients, we left the whales as they slowly made their way past Point Perpendicular. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 20 June 2009
8 juveniles humpbacks were sighted near Point Perpendicular today. Wwhile some of them were breaching a tail slapping putting on quite the show for our customers, others were gilding through the ocean taking it easy on their long migration north. The common dolphins also joined us with a big group of about 200. The weather has looked threatening, but conditions have actually been very good for whale watching with the overcast conditions making for good viewing. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 19 June 2009
7 Humpbacks, seals and penguins a great cruise! Full Breaching, 30 tonne of muscle, and tail slapping was the feature. Great weather forecast for the weekend. See you onboard the Spirit of Jervis Bay Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 18 June 2009
4 Humpback seen wide of the ruined lighthouse, strange behavioral patterns provides tricky viewing of an adults and juvenile, and as we left 2 large adults put on a distant breaching display. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 17 June 2009
Unfavourable conditions and very sloppy seas prevented cruising the past two days, still a few showers around and better sea conditions ahead.. Lets see what we find tomorrow. See you on board TEKIN III - 'The Spirit of Jervis Bay'. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 15 June 2009
2 Humpbacks were sight inside the sunny Jervis bay between Honeymoon bay and Long beach. With the lovely flat bay and the sun beaming down the whales were breaching and tail slapping so needless to say the customers were very pleased and with the close encounters amazed just how big these beautiful mammals really are. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 14 June 2009
10 humpbacks were sighted today and with more then perfect sea conditions made for easy and quick findings. With the Whales Breaching, 2 close encounters and Dolphins around us Customers were very happy with the show these wonderful creatures of the sea put on. More great sea conditions are expected for Monday. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 13 June 2009
With a less than a warm day the perfect sea conditions made up for it with the sighting 7 humpback whales, lots of common dolphins and seals. The customers were thrilled to see the wild life that Jervis Bay has to offer including the furry little penguin. Weather is forecast to be chilly but with excellent sea conditions for Sunday. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 12 June 2009
4 humpback whales were sighted on todays cruise 2 adults and 2 juveniles. Whales were first sighted with a big breach and we then travelled north with the whales for a while before heading back into the bay. Weather and sea conditions are looking great for the weekend. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 9 June 2009
3 very large adult humpback whales were sighted today just wide of the ruined lighthouse, they looked to be on a mission to get up north as they were travelling quite quick, also seen on the cruise were a variety of sea birds. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 8 June 2009 - afternoon
4 Humpbacks Whales seen this afternoon, just near Honeymoon Bay, again INSIDE Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 8 June 2009 - morning
6 HUMPBACKS at Callala Point, INSIDE Jervis Bay. Flat calm conditions, just a few hundred metres off the beach! Our clients witnessed 4 adults and 2 juveniles rolling around, occasionally breaching in our crystal clear and calm waters. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 7 June 2009
Great sea conditions again today with the sun all around made the viewing of our Humpback whales a treat. A total of 7 were seen over the two cruises. Customers were in aw as the whales were breaching and tail slapping close to the boat, you could almost feel the splash. Also seen were our Seals feeding and playing inside the bay. Weather is looking good for the rest of the long weekend. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Friday 5 June 2009
9 Humpbacks - Unbelievable whales everywhere, and just in time for the long weekend. Just behind Bowen Island, our customers were blown away by distance and close breaching as they whales erupted in the Marine Park. Great examples of their massive size and different methods of communication and navigation skills. A great weekend ahead. See you onboard the Spirit of Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 4 June 2009
7 Whales - whales everywhere!!! Flat seas, no winds and perfect whale watching. A constant procession of whales passing Jervis Bay, dolphins and seals also sighted. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL for the LONG WEEKEND. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 3 June 2009
Despite a little rain we sighted 2 Humpbacks just wide of Point Perpendicular, the odd Fur Seal and a variety of Albatross also kept us entertained. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 1 June 2009
Great day out on the water today! 3 Humpback whales sighted just wide of Bowen Island slapping their pectoral fins and tails as they made their way north. Also seen on the cruise were approx 500 common dolphins and an Albatross. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 31 May 2009
On Sundays whale watching cruise, sea conditions were a little sloppy but that didn’t effect the sightings of the whales. 4 Humpbacks were sighted outside the heads of Jervis Bay travelling north very quickly. Passengers got great views of the whales as they surfaced close to the boat a few times. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 28 May 2009
No whales sighted today, but imagine seeing an estimated 500 Common Dolphins. Sloppy conditions, saw our cruise travel wide off Jervis bay in search of our Humpbacks, the Common Dolphins provided lots of entertainment, the skipper said 'the Common's were coming from every direction as far as the eye could see' Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 27 May 2009
Calm conditions and great visibility, but no whales. Our clients were taken down to Steamers Head, wide of the Fur Seal Colony, and on our way home were escorted by about 100 Common Dolphins, lets try again tomorrow. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 26 May 2009
Morning - This morning on our dolphin cruise passengers and crew were lucky enough to see 2 humpback whales inside Jervis Bay at Hare Bay. The mother and juvenile looked to have come in for a bit of a play as they were breaching, pectoral slapping and tail slapping. Afternoon - The 2 Humpback whales were sighted again on this afternoons cruise just inside the heads of Jervis Bay. The mother and juvenile looked to be having a quick rest before they start there long journey North again. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 25 May 2009
Finally the seas have settled and enabled us to explore. Our cruise featured an initial sighting of Bottlenose Dolphins and scattered seals across the bay. The humpbacks were elusive, however our client did see a rare sighting of a adult Minke Whale. These animals are typical of what's seen on News reports from Whaling ships, so you can appreciate our excitement seeing one, so mature and no immediate danger to it. Our cruise again finished with our resident dolphins just outside Huskisson. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Thursday 21 May 2009
Over the past few days, severe weather patterns on the northern NSW Coast has resulted in our distant waters being sloppy and choppy, limiting our search for the Humpbacks. Good news though, as the weekend approaches the weather pattern will peak and move out to sea and conditions will subside. So look forward to seeing you all back on the water with Jervis Bay Whales. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Tuesday 19 May 2009
2 Juvenile Humpbacks and our Bottlenose Dolphins were the feature today. Our Bottlenose dolphins were seen feeding and chasing schooling fish near Dart Point. Our 2 Humpbacks were seen wide of Murray's Head. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Sunday 17 May 2009
2 Pilot Whales, a couple of seals and our resident dolphins. A tricky, yet warm sunny day with strong currents made the sightings difficult, but we managed to find our whales. The whales are migrating north and are favouring a long dive cycle to ensure efficiency in their travels. This, of course, is good for the whales but a bit more frustrating from our point of view, but that is what you get in 'wildlife world'. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Wednesday 13 May 2009
3 Humpbacks and an estimated 200 Common Dolphins, add to this the occasional Fur Seal and you have a fantastic day on Jervis Bay Marine Park. Our Humpbacks were seen at Stoney Creek and the Commons entertained our guests as we cruised back into Jervis Bay. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Monday 11 May 2009
We saw 2 Humpback Whales today. There was some debate with the crew whether our sighting was of a mother and a premature calf; one that is born close to our waters as opposed to the majority being born in northern, warmer temperate waters? Who knows? Regardless it was a great day out. Our clients also saw seals out near the heads of the Bay, and on the way home, our resident bottlenose dolphins were feeding just wide of Husky Creek. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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Saturday 9 May 2009
Our first cruise of the season and we hit the jackpot first up. 3 Humpbacks, seals and dolphins, just wide of Bowen Island. It seems our 'spotters' have done their homework and all systems are go for the rest of the season. See you all soon at JERVIS BAY WHALES Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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THE 2009 WHALE WATCHING SEASON IS HERE.
Jervis Bay Whales had its best year ever in 2008 and we expect more of the same in 2009! Take some time to scroll down through the amazing whale sightings from Jervis Bay and make sure you book your whale cruise with Jervis Bay Whales - the bays leading cruise company. Whilst it sounds cliched, 2008 was yet another record year for Jervis Bay Whales, with the records coming on many fronts. Well, its that time of year again, and if history is any guide, we expect to see even more whales in 2009. The most significant and most pleasing record (at least from our customer's point of view) was the fact that we totally blitzed previous years records of whale sightings right inside the calm waters of Jervis Bay. Whilst difficult to be totaly accurate, our numbers show that in the last month alone, that customers and crew had 339 individual whale sightings inside Jervis Bay; and you only need to scroll through the last months sightings below to see the quality of sightings and just how playful they were and how close the whales came to our vessel. On many cruises we had only left the wharf for less than 15 minutes when we would switch of the engine and the whales would swim up and put on a show. The Spirit of Jervis Bay has undergone a 'spring clean' in the summer months and we have installed two new large plasma screens which allow you to view the bow-riding dolphins on the way out, any whales that get up close and personal during the cruise, and then view our extensive footage from previous cruises on the way home. Thank you everyone who came onboard the Spirit of Jervis Bay in 2008 and enjoyed the experience of whale watching with Jervis Bay Whales. We look forward to seeing you all again this year onboard the Spirit of Jervis Bay in 2009. Book your whale cruise here or call (02) 4441 6311 |
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