Whales Great Eight Bundaberg

Bundaberg is the only destination in Australia to enjoy world-class whale watching through a combination of unparalleled natural beauty, warm water and accessible whales.

With whales migrating from Antarctica to Bundaberg, Australia, you can witness the migration in person. Be in awe at this incredible sight and experience the amazing mating rituals of these leviathans.

Humpback whales spend most of their lives in the Southern Hemisphere, migrating north each year to subtropical waters to mate and give birth.

Southern right whales swim up to 10 000 kilometres from the cool waters of subantarctic waters of the Southern Hemisphere to warm, shallow breeding grounds in austral autumn. Similar species of baleen whales follow a similar migration path; all are led by groups of males and juvenile whales.

Humpback whales travel to the Great Barrier Reef twice a year for the best breeding conditions. The clear, warm waters and abundance of food allow mothers to give birth without fear.

The calves follow their mothers closely to learn essential survival skills, such as how to hunt for squid.

Spending the perfect day with a pod of majestic Humpback Whales, from the breath-taking appearances of the calves to the playful gambols of the juveniles, spectacular is an undersatnding.

Lady Musgrave Experience provides premium whale watching cruises to the Great Barrier Reef from Bundaberg.

Their view from the 360-degree decks allows passengers to enjoy spectacular uninterrupted views of the whales. A commentary onboard guides you through the latest research and best practices for viewing whales.

A unique, fast and comfortable marine experience available for families and friends to celebrate life.

For the ultimate whale watching adventure, start in Bundaberg and combine your activity with an overnight stay or day trip to Lady Musgrave Island.

Experience the largest creatures on earth in their natural environment — swim with whales in the warm winter waters off Queensland, to the sound of their songs.