New South Wales is set to experience a record-breaking whale watching season, with over 50,000 sightings anticipated along the renowned Humpback Highway. This annual migration, occurring from May through November, sees humpback whales travel from Antarctica to the South Pacific, offering numerous opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to witness these majestic creatures.

Stretching from Tweed Heads in the north to Eden in the south, the Humpback Highway provides a variety of vantage points. In Tweed Heads, visitors can board the catamaran George Bass with Watersports Guru for a close-up view. Sydney offers prime lookout spots at North and South Head, whilst Barrenjoey Head at Palm Beach provides an elevated perspective. For those seeking an on-water experience, FantaSea Cruising and Sydney Princess Cruises offer whale-watching tours.

Cape Solander in Kurnell, a site rich in indigenous history, is another excellent location for whale watching. The Cape Bailey walking track offers an 8km loop for those eager to explore further. Meanwhile, the town of Eden, with its rich whaling history, celebrates the migration with the annual Eden Whale Festival in October.

Beyond whales, Port Stephens offers the chance to swim with bottlenose dolphins, whilst Murramarang National Park and Crowdy Bay National Park provide opportunities to see kangaroos by the sea. Koala enthusiasts can visit Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary or explore Guula Ngurra National Park and Narrandera Koala Reserve for a closer encounter with these iconic marsupials.

This season promises to be a remarkable time for wildlife observation in New South Wales, drawing nature lovers from across the globe

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