Home getting here plan your fun places to stay places to eat local shopping island services. The town itself sits on a bend of the river, separated from the beach by a wooden footbridge. Home to over eight species of whales and a whale population that can exceed 300 at any one time, the bay of fundy is a fantastic destination for whale watchers. Island cruises 62 head harbour rd wilsons beach, nb whale. View brunswick heads surfing locations in a larger map. A great, little marine natural history museum will inform and delight curious minds. Do you know that you can download this map directly to your phone. Brunswick heads markets memorial park brunswick heads. Byron bay charters deep sea fishing sightseeing whale watching, brunswick heads, nsw. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. Anyone can do it, even children as young as 3 are welcome. Whale watching off north head, sydney harbour national park. Sea watch tours the official website of sea watch tours.
Welcome to blue bay whale watching, byron bays most comfortable whale watching tours. Humpback whales, dolphins and even an curious loggerhead turtle all just. It has a large cabin with big glass windows for great viewing from indoors and a toilet for your convenience. Touring the bay of fundy this week despite plenty of talk about iconic moose the only chance to see one had been on beer bottles, coffee cups, bronze statues or stuffed trophies hanging on walls. Experience the thrill of seeing humpback whales breach and. Call us if you need help choosing a whale watching tour from the gold coast. Blue bay whale watching brunswick heads 2020 all you.
Brunswick heads has sweeping beaches and pristine waterways, lots of birdlife, fish, and nature reserves. Brunswick heads nsw plan a holiday things to do, hotels. Blue bay whale watching brunswick heads 2020 all you need. Antique shops, brunswick heads nature reserve, whale. Bay of fundy whale watching tours are run out of st. Contact us whale watching wildlife curises, island quest marine. Our whale watching trips depart from the brunswick heads boat harbour old pacific highway, brunswick heads, a comfortable 15 minute drive from byron bay. Look from the coast or take a tour with blue bay whale watching.
Dive schedule and prices for diving byron bay with blue. The bay of fundy whales i n micmac lore, it was a giant whale, who angered the god glooscap and created such a splash with his mighty tail, that the water sloshes back and forth to this day. Island cruises 62 head harbour rd wilsons beach nb e5e 1t1. Whale tales and beelines in new brunswick photographers maybe described as modernday hunters, thankfully only shooting with a camera. These small familyownedandoperated companies operate from the following locations. We can meet you in brunswick heads or happily pick you up and drop you off in byron bay. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. The worlds largest living creatures can be found feeding and frolicking just 20 miles off the maine coast.
Island quest gift certificates are the perfect gift for corporate incentives, employee rewards, birthdays. The museum moved to its market square location in 1996. Liz gill goes whale watching in new brunswicks bay of fundy where the nutrientrich atlantic waters attract more than 15 species from june to november. Our displays include whales, seals, seabirds, fish, sharks and invertebrates with additional information on how whales survive in the oceans and some handson displays for busy hands. Free parking is available directly opposite our boat inside the brunswick heads boat harbour. Our whale watching tours depart daily from our private jetty in the brunswick heads boat harbour, the perfect gateway to the cape byron marine park. We went on the river kayak tour up the brunswick river absolutely wonderful. Dive schedule and prices for diving byron bay with blue bay. The new brunswick museum was established in 1842 and is the oldest continuing museum in canada. Brunswick can get some decent swells on both sides of the breakwalls in the right conditions.
North head walking track, brunswick heads nature reserve a short. New brunswick has more whales, more often and we dont want you to be disappointed. Schedule and prices for blue bay whale watching byron bayours. Top whale watching spots along north coast mirage news. Located on grand manan island, in the bay of fundy, which has the highest tides in the world. A visit to brunswick heads may invite you to take a stroll or drive across the brunswick river on the original white timber bridge, where kids, on high tide, plunge into the pristine waters on a sunny sunday afternoons. Come and enjoy an intimate encounter with our majestic humpback whales from the comfort of our 8. A variety of organised marine life tours and experiences including whale and dolphin watching. Whale watching tours from gold coast and tweed heads.
Private whale watching tours northern nsw and gold coast. The pristine brunswick river makes for an incredibly scenic backdrop to the many. Experience the largest annual migration of whales in the world during one of our inspirational whale watching tours in trinity bay, newfoundland. We recommend that you check in at least 30 minutes before departure.
There are some unbelievable day trips right near byron bay that you need to check out. Some 350 million years ago, it was not glooscap, but rather the sun and moon who conspired to create. Download your free tour photos from our facebook page here. Our halfday double dive trips to julian rocks depart at 8. Tours in canada, whale watching trips new brunswick. Find all the transport options for your trip from brunswick heads to coffs harbour right here. New brunswicks finest whale watching expeditions and tours. Tours we offer the atlantic coast visitor a unique opportunity to study whales in canada and go whale watching in new brunswick and the gulf of maine.
All our whale watch companies follow a strict code of ethics to ensure safe and noninvasive whale watching with visitors. Brunswick heads riverside weekend markets are held on the 1st saturday each month, with the new brighton farmers market held every tuesday from 8am 11am. The bay of fundy was a finalist in the new seven wonders of the natural world and increased ferry service to. What could be more enjoyable than the smell of salt air, sunshine and losing track of the number of whales youve seen. The best time for maine whale watching begins in midapril when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton.
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to bird watch or whale watch. Byron bay charters deep sea fishing sightseeing whale. Tear yourself away from scenic ocean views and head down this trail for a change of scenery. Andrews, grand manan and campobello island in new brunswick and out of various harbours near digby, nova scotia. The greatw whales form an important part of the ecosystem in new brunswick and the gulf of maine which makes it ideal for whale watching. The fishing musicians you tube channel 25,115 views 23. Brunswick heads things to do best surfing locations. Whale watching tours and coastal activities take place at nsw national parks all along the coast.
Its a short, easy stroll on north head walking track from the carpark down through a lovely section of endangered littoral rainforest to the mouth of brunswick river. Brunswick heads to coffs harbour 4 ways to travel via. The whole town has a classic family holiday feel, as it is a great spot for fishing, picnics, swimming in the river, and eating fish and chips. Andrews, a charming resort town on the bay of fundy, and home to the largest population of whale species. In actuality, the story of the tremendous bay of fundy tides is no less the stuff of legends. Whale watching in maine is more than a spectator sport. Get directions to the boat harbour for blue bay whale watching.
Brunswick heads is quieter and more downtoearth than its popular sister town, byron bay to the south, but thats what gives this coastal town its charm. The grand manan whale and seabird research station. Brunswick heads is a charming beachside town located 15 minutes north of byron bay. Dedicated to putting the fun back into going to a show or the cinema, the brunswick picture house has reemerged, reimagined and better than ever. On our tours, you will have the opportunity to see majestic whales such as the humpback whale, fin whale, and. Order online tickets tickets see availability directions. Beach and river fishing is popular here everyone from young kids to old timers can be seen casting a line, and on lucky occasions. May 04, 2016 a visit to brunswick heads may invite you to take a stroll or drive across the brunswick river on the original white timber bridge, where kids, on high tide, plunge into the pristine waters on a sunny sunday afternoons. Rome2rio makes travelling from brunswick heads to coffs harbour easy. During whale watching season from mid june to early november, our whale watching trips depart daily if weather and sea conditions are suitable from the brunswick heads boat harbour in the heart of the cape byron marine park. Explore the brunswick river and rainforest of new south wales on a 1. Brunswick heads accommodation, weekend markets, tours and.
Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off. Blue bay divers whale watching byron bay in comfort. A special marine mammals gallery is home to delilah a 40foot north atlantic right whale that beached off grand manan in 1992. The best time for maine whale watching begins in midapril when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton, and fish. The new brunswick adventures season 1 episode 5 st andrews by the sea the worlds highest tides duration. The brunswick heads markets are held on the first saturday of every month. Brunswick heads is a great spot for whale watching.
Providing over 22 years of safe and enjoyable whale watching adventures and nature tours on the bay of fundy in new brunswick, canada. Dedicated to putting the fun back into going to a show or the cinema, the brunswick picture house has. There is plenty of free parking available in the boat harbour for our customers. Sea watch tours is the longest running ecotour in the province of new brunswick, since 1969. The bay of fundy whales in micmac lore, it was a giant whale, who angered the god glooscap and created such a splash with his mighty tail, that the water sloshes back and forth to this day. Free mobile app download the wild about whales app from the apple. As you gaze across the bridge towards the south, beautiful mangroves spread as far as the eye can see.
Your guide shares informative commentary about the regions history and wildlife, and you might spot a variety of birds along the shore, and fish, stingrays and other marine animals in the clear waters. Wilson has been doing whale swim tours in tonga for three years now. Whale watching, which runs daily at 10 am from brunswick heads. These majestic creatures of the blue make their yearly migration from june to november gracing us with their presence while they jump, splash and spray about the ocean. Island quest marine whale and wildlife cruises 205 water street market wharf, st. Whale watching tours from gold coast and tweed heads whalefree. Our whale watching tours are an awesome educational, life affirming, unique threehour experience. Our whale watching tours depart from the picturesque brunswick heads boat harbour where our customers step safely onboard our vessel without getting wet.
The captain was so knowledgeable about the fishing industry, history, landscape and marine life. Our tours are all flexible and always taken at your pace. The bay warrior was purposely built for comfort and stability. Jan 06, 2011 the new brunswick adventures season 1 episode 5 st andrews by the sea the worlds highest tides duration. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. From tweed to eden, the nsw coast provides perfect vantage points to see these. Bay of fundy whale watching saint john shore excursions.
Nov 09, 2019 welcome to blue bay whale watching, byron bays most comfortable whale watching tours. A variety of organised marine life tours and experiences including whale and dolphin watching, scuba diving and swimming with turtles tours operate from the brunswick boatharbour and from byron bay. Already the brunswick picture house is a a local landmark for the community, for people to meet, be inspired, gossip, laugh and be entertained. The pristine brunswick river makes for an incredibly scenic backdrop to the many cafes. Whale sightings are guaranteed or get a second trip free our success rate in 2012 was 100%.
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