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Massive head lunge from adult humpback whale 2018

Double breach from whale mother and calf off Merimbula 2016

Special Moment as whales come up to boat 2018

Bermagui Whale Watching Adventure

Adventure and Outdoors Tours

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours

Nature and wildlife

Sightseeing Tours

Part of: Sapphire Coastal Adventures – Merimbula

10 min guests

95 max guests

Embark on a short three-minute cruise from Bermagui Harbour to witness majestic whales in their natural habitat.
Observe Humpback whales lunge feeding, a rare sight in the Sapphire Coast's pristine waters.
Delight in watching playful mothers and calves along the stunning coastline during migration season.
Enjoy complimentary Morning or Afternoon Tea on the return journey, adding a touch of comfort to your adventure.

Contact and Booking Channels

Merimbula, New South Wales

Start location: 73-79 Lamont Street, Bermagui Harbour, Bermagui, New South Wales, 2546, Australia
Phone: 02 6495 1686 , 04 6634 9122
Email: info@merimbulamarina.com
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Rates

$65.00 – $85.00 – $65.00

$65.00 – $85.00 Adult
$65.00 Child

Booking Channels

BOOKEASY 83502

TRIPADVISORID 3536970

AUS365ID 523

This cruise departs selected days from September to November. During this time the Humpback whales are on their southern migration from the Queensland coast where they have calved back to Antarctica for the summer months. Other species of whales often sighted include Southern Right, Minke, Brydes, Orcas and Blue whales.

Bermagui is a wonderful place to view whales. It is only a very short (three-minute) cruise out of the Harbour and into the ocean and from this point, whales can be found! In the waters of the Sapphire Coast, they can be seen lateral lunge feeding, one of the few places in the world where humpbacks can be observed doing this. Mothers and their young calves also provide hours of entertainment as they play along the coastline.

Tours are conducted on Bubbles, a modern and comfortable purpose-built 24-metre whale-watching powered catamaran. Many other sea creatures are seen on their cruises, including Common and Bottlenose Dolphins, Australian Fur Seals, penguins, flying fish, sunfish, turtles and many species of sea birds. Complimentary Morning or Afternoon Tea is provided on the return journey.

Itinerary highlights

Humpback Whales

Whale watching is an experience that will stay with you for life. Watching as a 40 tonne whale breaches out of the water is an awe inspiring moment. Or holding you breath as a whale chooses to approach a boat and look at you!

Tour details

Adventure and Outdoors Tours
Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
Half Day or Less
Water – Motorised
Large Group Tour
Small Group Tour
Moderate

On demand

Features

Service facilities

Carpark
Family Friendly
Non Smoking
Pet Friendly – Enquire
Public Toilet

Sevice Activity

Boating

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
Companion Cards are accepted.
Staff are trained in disability awareness.
Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)

Communication

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)

Physical – Mobility

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)

Allergies and intolerances

Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
Uses organic (chemical and fragrance free) cleaning products.
Uses organic (chemical and fragrance free) deodorisers in public areas and rooms.

Operation information

Sapphire Coastal Adventures – Merimbula

Sapphire Coastal Adventures (formerly known as Merimbula Marina) has operated boat-based tours from the beautiful Sapphire Coast for over 20 years. They are passionate about whales, dolphins, seals and the ocean and marine environment.

Sapphire Coastal Adventures is committed to helping to educate people about the threats that the ocean faces in today’s world.

Their hope and prayer are that by helping people connect with the ocean and its amazing diversity, they may take action to preserve and protect it.

Tours depart from Merimbula, Eden and Bermagui. Merimbula summer tours showcase the natural beauty of the local coastline.

Sapphire Coastal Adventures’ favourite time of the year is whale watching season. From May to November, thousands of humpback whales can be viewed off Bermagui Eden and Merimbula. In these nutrient-rich waters, they can often be seen feeding and playing. The impact of being out on the water and watching as a massive whale surfaces is one that will stay with you for life.

Memberships

Charter Vessel Association
New South Wales Business Chamber
Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Visitor Information Centre

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