Southern right whales and blue whales can be seen off victorias coastline, just a day trip from melbourne in warrnambool and portland, from june to october each year. Warrnambool visitor information centre 03 5559 4620. The whale trail through warrnambool, port fairy and portland, also known as the whale corridor, is one of the only places in the world where whales nurse their young within 100 metres of the shore. Whales can be spotted out at sea all along the great ocean road, past phillip island and on to gippslands south coast, however, the best viewing opportunities are found in and around portland, warrnambool and phillip island. In april 20 the local port boundary was extended to accommodate all glenelg shire council managed facilities.
The local port of portland bay currently is made up of the following. Distance from ballarat, vic to portland, vic by driving and walking routes. Portland victorias whale watching capital be kept up to date with whale sightings around portland, which are. Hamilton to portland 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car.
There are many vantage points to watch as the blue whales and southern right whales frolic. An automated valuation model estimate avm estimate is a statistically derived estimate of the sale or rental value as the context requires of the subject property. Jun 27, 2018 whales have put on a show with more sightings in portland and warrnambool. Almost every year between june and september, female southern right whales return to the waters off warrnambools logans beach to calve. Venture beyond the tourist trail on this comprehensive 2day tour of the great ocean road from melbourne. Rome2rio makes travelling from johanna beach to warrnambool easy. Find all the transport options for your trip from hamilton to portland right here.
The most common are the southern right whales which can be distinguished and easily identified by their lack of dorsal fin and large. Regional digital plan regional development victoria. Warrnambool is victorias largest coastal city outside port phillip bay and is the fastest growing economy and population centre in the great south coast. Whale watchers visiting warrnambools logans beach viewing platform over the past. Whales have put on a show with more sightings in portland and warrnambool. A great location with free public binoculars to use with a view of portland s harbour all the way down to parts of dutton way. Logans beach in warrnambool is the whale watching mecca. Whale mail portland, portland, cape bridgewater, great. Victoria, bc is the best place on earth to view whales in the wild. Keep track of sightings here and get some whale watching tips.
Bus timetable warrnambool to portland and mount gambier. There are no whale watching boat trips along the gor. Flagstaff hill maritime village is one of the areas prominent historical attractions. Logan beach whale watching platform, warrnambool ticket. Member for wannon dan tehan joined glenelg shire mayor max oberlander and community members to officially open the whale shaped platform, located on the wade street cliff face, overlooking portland bay. Portland whale viewing platform, portland, great ocean road. From early may until july victorian anglers can tangle with these high speed, hard fighting oceanic wanderers in the waters off. Trawler wharf commercial fishing wharf boat ramp south swing moorings and aids to. Warrnambool is a city situated on victorias far southwest coast between port fairy and port campbell the coast around warrnambool and down to cape otway is known as the shipwreck coast, due to the large number of water vessels that ran aground in the 1800s and early 1900s due to ferocious weather conditions and the rocky coastline. Warrnambool prides itself on being open and accessible to all. Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey. He harpooned one of the very first whales in portland bay and he also killed the very last william dutton was a stalwart of the whaling industry in portland. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. The logan beach whale watching platform east of the hopkins river, is a.
Head out on an amazing adventure into the great outdoors at logans beach whalewatching platform and pickering point lookout. Dec 14, 2010 a rare whale turned up on nuns beach in portland on saturday night but there are still questions over what species it is. If the whale flag is flying outside the portland visitor information. The whales often swim within a hundred metres of the shore. Say cheers to sunkissed skin and sand between your toes. Whale watching, nature and wildlife, great ocean road, victoria. The local port of portland bay is located within the portland harbour and is managed by the glenelg shire council. Portland fishing charters tuna charters portland gone. Warrnambool is one of the most popular destinations in victoria, with logans beach a great, free land based viewing option and the whales coming so close to the. Warrnambools wonderful whales and those who watch them abc. Rome2rio makes travelling from hamilton to portland easy. Johanna beach to warrnambool 5 ways to travel via train. Portland is the oldest settlement in victoria and was once earmarked to.
Aug, 2014 the capital of the great south coast of victoria and the best place to discover the great ocean road. Its whale watching season visit victoria media hub. Trawler wharf commercial fishing wharf boat ramp south swing moorings. A great location with free public binoculars to use with a view of portlands harbour all the way down to parts of dutton way. From june to september, southern right whales can be seen close to shore off warrnambool, about 260km west of melbourne, as they calve. The whale watching season in victoria typically runs from june until november. An avm estimate is generated i by a computer driven mathematical model in reliance on available data. The capital of the great south coast of victoria and the best place to discover the great ocean road. Trust us, theres a good reason its one of the most popular local landmarks. Vline train and bus routes are deemed essential services and all routes are operating according to normal timetables. Buses travelling into south australia are subject to sa entry requirements and you must ensure you have appropriate authorisation to enter sa. Whale watching in winter with itineraries visit warrnambool. Warrnambool beach is a fantastic spot to kick back and relax. Fuel cost of driving from ballarat to portland for cars with different fuel economy is shown.
And if these wonderful creatures arent swimming past on your chosen day, there is plenty more to see or do at warrnambool, including a visit to flagstaff hill, tower hill, allansford cheese. Whales live it up in portland and warrnambool the standard. Apart from the trip distance, refer directions from portland to warrnambool for road driving directions. Apart from the trip distance, refer directions from portland to.
The most common are the southern right whales which can be distinguished and easily identified by their lack of dorsal. Whale watching around melbourne and victoria world blue. We share photos of logans beach and whale sightings as they are posted on social media. Your time here wouldnt be complete without an excursion to logans beach whalewatching platform. What is the most popular whale watching destination in vic.
Each year from june to october south west victoria welcomes migrating whales. We visited logans beach while visiting warrnambool its a place. From narrawong, its a 30minute drive to portland, pass the portland whale viewing platform on. Portlands bob mcpherson snapped two southern right whales off the cliffs near the water tower in portland on tuesday. Were easy to find, thanks to our huge blue whale sculpture in front of our motel, and are centrally located to all the wonders, sights and tourist activities. Aug 15, 2015 i shot this a few weeks back early in the whale watching season. The whale lookout on wade street is located next to the old water tower which is now the world war ii museum. Join a deep sea, reef or tuna fishing charter from port fairy, along the coast between portland and warrnambool. With over 70 whales belonging to these families, transient orcas, and humpback whales youll have plenty of opportunities for an encounter with these magnificent creatures. Alcoa portland saved by government rescue package this story contains audio.
Well in victoria, many people do, and the reason is to welcome home some viws. From torquay, the gateway to the great ocean road and victorias surfing. Portlands status as victorias whale capital has been provided a helping hand with the launch of a new purpose built viewing platform. Portland victorias whale watching capital be kept up to date with whale sightings around portland, which are spotted close to shore from may to october. Watch breathtaking southern right whales and blue whales as they make their annual migration to the coastal waters off warrnambool and portland. They can be viewed from a specially constructed platform in the sand dunes or from the beach. The city is a major provider in the fields of commerce, governance, social services, health, education, culture, the arts and recreation. For wildlife lovers, enjoy a whale watching cruise during the calving season june to september or a seal watching tour. Mar 27, 2020 vline train and bus routes are deemed essential services and all routes are operating according to normal timetables. The range consists of humpback whales, southern right whales and the occasional orca killer whale. Accommodation warrnambool motel holiday selfcontained.
You may choose to book online or call 1800 637 725 or email. Couples in particular like the location they rated it 8. Rare whale in portland abc south west vic australian. Warrnambool whale watching see majestic whales just off the coast from warrnambool. The local visitor information centre team can help you plan and book your next visit to warrnambool. Bus timetable warrnambool to portland and mount gambier vline. The platform at logans beach is a specially constructed platform ideal for whale watching, and is even fitted with binoculars for your prime viewing. The specially constructed viewing platform or the dunes of logans beach in warrnambool are fantastic points to see the females coming as close as 100 metres to the shore at the nursery to calve and. I shot this a few weeks back early in the whale watching season. You can also find the distance from portland to warrnambool using other travel options like bus, subway, tram, train and rail.
Logans beach road, off hopkins point road, warrnambool admission. If the whale flag is flying outside the portland visitor information centre there is a great chance visitors will catch a glimpse of southern right whales, which often visit portland and cape bridgewater bays in winter. If you would like to learn more about warrnambools past, its a mustdo. Book your tickets online for logans beach, warrnambool. Portland victoria s whale watching capital be kept up to date with whale sightings around portland, which are spotted close to shore from may to october. Blue whale watching from portland victoria heliexplore. Senior biodiversity officer at the department of sustainability and. To find the return map from warrnambool to portland, begin with entering start and end locations in calculator control and click on show return map.
You can also try a different route while coming back by adding multiple destinations. An improved visitor experience in portland would strengthen the attractiveness of the great south coast as a whale watching. You can also download our whale trail flyer to take with you. Our portland tuna charters meet and depart from the portland boat ramp, lee breakwater road, portland vic 3305 gone fishing charters offers portland fishing charters searching for the elusive southern blue fin tuna on victorias continental shelf. Visitors can watch from purposebuilt viewing platforms, clifftops and rocky outcrops along the coast or join a wildlife. Fuel cost of driving from portland to warrnambool for cars with different fuel economy is shown. Portland whale viewing platform, portland, great ocean.
Whale watching in warrnambool warrnambool forum tripadvisor. The deep blue hotel and hot springs is your place to relax, rejuvenate and replenish. Follow the iconic coastal route past windswept beaches, beautiful bays and dramatic natural landmarks. In warrnambool, the best place to watch the whales is at logans beach whale nursery where a dedicated whale watching platform has been built. Distance from portland, vic to warrnambool, vic by driving and walking routes. Along the whale trail through warrnambool, port fairy and portland, youll spot. Warrnambool is victoria s largest coastal city outside port phillip bay and is the fastest growing economy and population centre in the great south coast. Find all the transport options for your trip from johanna beach to warrnambool right here. Warrnambool holidays save big on 2020 holiday packages. The whales often swim within a hundred meters off the shore and can be viewed from a specially constructed whale viewing platform in the sand dunes or from the beach.
Drop in to the visitor information centre and download the resources below for more mobility and accessibility information. The logan beach whale watching platform east of the hopkins river, is a perfect viewing point. Every winter southern right whales travel across from the great australian bight to the coast of warrnambool and portland to calve, spending two to three. Warrnambool at its winter best southern right whales use a local beach to nurse their young.
Beach trekker wheel chairs, provided by active oceans and warrnambool city. A rare whale turned up on nuns beach in portland on saturday night but there are still questions over what species it is. The distance between portland to warrnambool is 98 km by road. Whale mail portland, portland, cape bridgewater, great ocean. The whale watcher of warrnambool abc south west vic. Visitor information centre in warrnambool visit warrnambool. Southern right whales are easily distinguished by large white bumps on the top and sides of the head.
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