Tag: Whalewatch
The Wonders of Whale Watching in Hervey Bay, Australia: An Unforgettable Marine Encounter with Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures Australia
Every year between July and November, something extraordinary happens along the coast of Queensland, Australia. The waters of Hervey Bay—often called the whale watching capital of the world—transform into a sanctuary for thousands of humpback whales making their annual migration…
IT’S HUMPBACK WHALE RESEARCH SEASON FOR PACIFIC WHALE FOUNDATION IN AUSTRALIA
It is Pacific Whale Foundation’s favorite time of year here in Australia – whale season! We have been conducting research into humpback whales since the 1980’s, gathering years of data that is crucial to informing us on trends in individual…
Hervey Bay Nature Cruise
Looking for a wildlife experience made complete with informative guides, exciting animal encounters, fresh air and stunning views? The Hervey Bay Nature Cruise will delight any nature lover! The Hervey Bay Nature Cruise is an experience unlike any other, boasting…
Exploring the Health of Hervey Bay’s Humpback Whales: A Look into their External Parasite Load
Written by Isabel Taylor and Stephanie Stack Hello everyone! I’m Isabel Taylor, a recent graduate in Animal Ecology with a passion for marine mammals. During my studies, I had the incredible opportunity to volunteer with PWF Australia, where I spent…
Return to K’gari
Have you had the chance to see the PWF award-winning documentary Return to K’gari?Directed by award-winning filmmaker Selket Kaufman, Return to K’gari has screened in international film festivals, premiered at the Hervey Bay Whale Festival and won numerous industry awards….
Fluke-Up Feeding
What is that and why do whales do it? A recent popular social media video depicts a man in Australia enjoying a paddle in his kayak, when he stumbled upon a humpback whale demonstrating strange behavior. The whale in question…
HERVEY BAY – WHERE THE GIANTS PLAY!
Enjoy a unique experience in Hervey Bay and watch the humpback whales of Eastern Australia put on a show in this famous stopover location during their migration! Known for the original and best whale watching experience on the beautiful Fraser…
THE IMPACTS OF SWIM-WITH-WHALE TOURISM IN EAST AUSTRALIA
Since the first commercial vessel ferried curious passengers out to sea to catch a glimpse of majestic migrating whales, the skyrocketing demand for whale-watch tours has made marine tourism a global billion-dollar industry. Concerned with potential impacts of marine tourism…
IT’S WHALE-WATCHING SEASON IN AUSTRALIA!
Peak whale-watching season is currently underway in Australia! Pacific Whale Foundation was established on Maui in 1980 to protect humpback whales from extinction and our research and conservation programs began in Australia not long after – 1984. We also conduct exciting and educational whale-watching ecotours in Australia to help fund this…