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Whale watching tours

Book in to one of these whale watching tours for the kids these school holidays.

From Woolgoolga to Tomaree, the NSW coast provides perfect vantage points to see these majestic ocean giants. Book a tour with a knowledgeable guide, enjoy views from the best whale watching spots on the coast, and take your whale watching to the next level.

The tail of a whale plunging into the ocean. Photo: Jessica Taunton © the photographer

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New Zealand fur seal swimming in aqua blue water. Photo: John Spencer © DCCEEW

Narooma seals and whales discovery tour

Join this family-friendly guided tour at Narooma Bar Rocks on the South Coast these school holidays and learn about the area’s iconic seals and migrating whales.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

Tour times: 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm. 

2026 tour dates:

  • 23 January
  • 7 February
  • 7 March
  • 4, 10 and 17 April
  • 2 May
  • 6 June
  • 4 July
  • 1 August
  • 5 September
  • 3 and 9 October
Where
Narooma Bar Rock Lookout
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Walkers taking in panoramic coastal views from the cliff edge at Cape Solander, Kamay Botany Bay National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DCCEEW

Whales and wildflowers guided walk: Cape Solander

Walk alongside a NPWS Discovery Guide on a 2-hour guided tour of the magnificent sandstone cliffs at Cape Solander. Keep a look out for both whales and wildflowers as you learn about the Kurnell area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When

Tour time: 9am to 11am. Meet at 8.45am.

2026 tour dates:

  • 20, 27, 30 June
  • 4, 7, 11, 14, 18 July
  • 22, 26, 29 September
  • 3, 6, 10, 17, 24 October
Where
Cape Solander, Kurnell area
Operated by
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A humpback whale breaches on its yearly migration. Photo: Wayne Reynolds © DCCEEW

Whales and wildflowers guided walk: Wattamolla

Discover the beautiful coastline and wonderful wildlife of Wattamolla on a 2-hour guided walk in Royal National Park. Watch for migrating whales and learn about native wildflowers with a NPWS Discovery ranger.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When

Tour time: 10am to 12pm

Meet at 9.45am

2026 tour dates:

  • 21, 28 June
  • 5, 12, 19 July
  • 27 September
  • 4, 11, 18, 25 October
Where
Wattamolla picnic area, Royal National Park
Operated by
Image of: NSW National Parks logo
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A NPWS ranger and 2 park visitors take in the view from a coastal lookout in Tomaree National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

Tomaree coastal walking tour

Explore Tomaree National Park near Port Stephens and discover it's spectacular coastline and incredible Australian wildlife on this 2 hour guided walk.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When
  • 10 April 2026
  • 9 July 2026
  • 2 October 2026

Tour time: 9.30am to 11.30am.

Where
Tomaree National Park in North Coast
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