Besides beaches and blue water, Great Keppel Island has another GREAT attraction – Humpback Whales!
From July 2018, two whale watching tour operators are operating from off Yeppoon in the Southern Great Barrier Reef. This provides visitors with the chance to view the whales as they play in the warm waters off the Capricorn Coast.
With 33,000 whales expected to be travelling the East coast of Australia this season, visitors are sure to spot these gentle giants in Keppel Bay off the Capricorn Coast.
Skip the crowds.
What’s unique to Whale Watching on the Capricorn Coast is visitors have the experience of seeing whales without the hustle and bustle of some of the larger tourist destinations.
The two whale watch operators departing from Keppel Bay Marina, allow you to get amongst the whales, without needing to get amongst the crowds.
The intimate tours are the perfect way to truly appreciate these awe-inspiring mammals. Each cruise features expert commentary onboard, ensuring guests are also educated about whales and the local environment.
Awe at the spectacular backdrop.
Whale Watching in Keppel Bay allows visitors to witness these majestic giants in one of the most pristine and untouched destinations in Queensland.
The Capricorn Coast boasts clear turquoise waters and unspoilt and white sandy beaches, with the beautiful Keppel Island’s to frame the view.
Experience whales and more.
The Capricorn Coast is breathtakingly beautiful, the Capricorn Coast is situated under the Tropic of Capricorn, for which it is named. The Capricorn Coast is easily accessible by road, rail, coach and air and is situated 35 kilometres north east of Rockhampton.
Make a weekend of your whale watching trip and soak up the ambience of Yeppoon, the Coast’s major town. Yeppoon has retained its village style appeal, yet offers a variety of wonderful restaurants, accommodation and shops.
Stay where the whales play! Spend the night at Great Keppel Island or Pumpkin Island, just a short 40 minute ferry ride from the mainland. Sleep in cabins right on the shoreline and relax into island life.
And the weather? Winter on the Capricorn Coast is filled with sunshine and warm temperatures. After all, the calm and warm waters are the reason the whales come to visit.
Whales are big, and they create a big imprint on hearts of all ages. A whale watching tour from the Capricorn Coast is the perfect way to see whales up close for a truly memorable and special experience.
Tour Operator Details
Two family-friendly catamarans operate from the Capricorn Coast. The best time to view these gentle giants is between July and September.
Keppel Konnections
Humpback Whales are the totem of the local aboriginal people of the Keppel Islands. Keppel Konnections have an aboriginal guide on board to provide interpretive information for guests.
- Operates Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
- Morning 11am – 2pm
- Afternoon 3pm – 6pm
Departing from Keppel Bay Marina, Rosslyn Bay Harbour
Each tour lasts for three hours, with a light lunch included in the 11am service and sunset nibbles included in the 3pm service.
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