Drawing on cooks favourable account, the first fleetthe first group of british settlers in australialanded in botany bay in 1788 but found it unsuitable for settlement and moved on to. Silver beach cafe menu, menu for silver beach cafe. The free nsw national parks app lets you download maps and explore parks. Boat harbour aquatic reserve department of primary industries. Kurnell historical site, new south wales, australia. Silver beach is a stretch of beach on the kurnell peninsula fronting botany bay. The annual whale migration starts in may and ends around the end of july. Visit kurnell, the southern area of sydneys kamay botany bay national park near. Boat harbour aquatic reserve includes the southern part of the kurnell peninsula, incorporating the whole of merries reef and extending east to three green water board vents at potter point. Equipped with state of the art technology, comfortable indooroutdoor seating and viewing decks over 3 levels. Kurnell is approximately a 10 minute drive from the well known cronulla beach. Junejuly is the best time to see humpback whales as they migrate to warmer waters. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national.
Sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015. Silver beach cafe kurnell menu view the menu for silver beach cafe sydney on zomato for delivery, dineout or takeaway, silver beach cafe menu and prices. Comments discuss its whale highway as giants of the sea share a ride with surfers at kurnell. Experience the majestic whales close up when a large number of humpback and southern right whales start their migration north along the australian coastline, from antarctica, to their breeding grounds in queensland. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this winter. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters. Kurnell is a suburb in southern sydney, at about 22km14mi in the south of sydneys cbd central business district. Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. Kurnell was the first landing place in australia of capt. I dont suppose captain cooks crew were too bothered about sharks back then, but botany bay has been the scene of quite a few attacks over the years, so i was glad to have the netted enclosure. Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out at sea. Northern migration edit from april to mid august the humpbacks are heading north to give birth and mate in the waters of the coral sea. Commercial whale watching tours run daily through the humpback seasons and can be boarded at darling harbour, circular quay and other wharfs around sydney harbour.
Just 25km south of the cbd and only 20 minutes from sydney airport, the shire as the area is affectionately known, delivers all the best sydney has to offer. Whale watching at cape solander sydney weekendnotes. Now that whale watching sydney is part of the nrma, members can save 20% on whale watching cruises. Get wild about whales at cape solander kurnell sydney. The carcass of a male subadult humpback whale washed up at newport beach overnight on aug. Located in the kurnell section of kamay botany bay national park, cape. The seaward boundary is 100 m from the mean low water mark. High up on sandstone cliffs, cape solander of kamay botany bay national park in kumell is one of sydneys best whale watching spots to view humpbacks and other whales as they travel along the coastline.
Kurnell is a suburb in sydney, in the state of new south wales, australia. Last year we visited cape solander in july and the whale migration study board at the front of the viewing platform recorded 25 humpback whales, lots and lots of dolphins seen today and 938 whales, 3 southern rights whales and 25 minke whales seen this season to date. Boat harbour in kurnell, sydney, nsw, quarrying truelocal. Whale beach faces east to the ocean, with palm beach to the north and avalon to the south. Enjoy snorkeling in inscription point, kurnell, new south wales, australia. Coming from cronulla, take captain cook drive towards kurnell and you will see boat harbour signage on your right, approximately two kilometres from cronulla high school. Select a region to find the perfect whale watching spot for you. Sydney ferries services to darling harbour depart circular quay wharf 5 every half hour.
Plan your next coastal adventure with australias first official whale watching guide to new south whales. They swim close to the coastline around sydney providing memorable whale spotting opportunities. Sydney and tagged kurnell, kurnell whale watching, whale watching. This place is situated in australia, its geographical coordinates are 34 1 0 south, 151 12 0 east and its original name with diacritics is kurnell. Kurnell is without a doubt the most significant historic site to modern australia. Its peak time for whale season, and quite common to see whales pass through so close to shore. For more info about whales in sydney download the about whales whale watching guide. The 2018 whale watching season operates 19 may to approx. While the chill envelops sydney, the whales begin their journey north towards warmer.
Yesterday was a nice day to hope on the bike and ride the 40km down to cape solander at kurnell and look for a few whales. Take the plunge and explore our parks, go whale watching and discover what there is to see and do. Kurnell is part of southern sydney and is located 22 kilometres south of the sydney cbd. Cape solander is located in the national park at kurnell. Browse the latest properties for sale in kurnell and find your dream home with. The original inhabitants of the land were the gweagal aborigines who were a clan of the tharawal or dharawal tribe of indigenous australians. Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them help with planning their vacation. Cape solander, located in the kurnell section of kamay botany bay national park is an unbeatable lookout during whale watching season. The kurnell peninsula is well known for its significant early history and is fast becoming known as a great location for whale watching during the winter months, as well as scuba diving, fishing and surfing. See kurnell photos and images from satellite below, explore the aerial photographs of kurnell in australia. A man has died after falling off a cliff in kurnell. Enjoy scuba diving in the monuments, kurnell, new south wales, australia. Cape solander, located in the kurnell section of kamay botany bay national park is an unbeatable lookout. Discover significant heritage sites and whale watching at cape solander.
Sydneys best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Kurnell area is at the southern headland of kamay botany bay national park, near cronulla. Round 20cm body, cleaned and cooked it as soon as i got home. Silver beach cafe menu, menu for silver beach cafe, kurnell. We believe in responsible and respectful whale watching practices. Check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. Short trails for cycling, open playing fields and secluded picnic areas complete this nature lovers wonderland. No matter when i have gone there, there are people there, tourists, locals, bush walkers. It is a wetland of international importance, with approximately 200 bird species having been recorded. Go whale watching sydney is owned by merimbula marina. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline.
Come and visit kurnell captain cooks landing place. Australia kurnell, birthplace of the modern australian. One of the best ways to take a selfguided whale watching tour is to download. Kurnell is the place where leiutenant james cook later captain first stepped foot on australian soil in 1770.
Whales surface alongside surfers at kurnell on the weekend. Cronulla and woolooware are the only adjacent suburbs. List of streets in kurnell nsw click on street name to see the position on kurnell street map. Santas visit to the community of kurnell in southern sydney lifts the spirit of children and parents alike after a severe tornado swept through a week ago. Kamay botany bay national park sutherland shire sydney. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site.
Oct 17, 2015 coming from cronulla, take captain cook drive towards kurnell and you will see boat harbour signage on your right, approximately two kilometres from cronulla high school. Apr 27, 2020 best time to see whales in sydney, weatherwise. Whale watching spot cape solander, kurnell traveller. The warmest times to go will be during the beginning and end of the season, as theyre not in the deepest part of winter, but a sunny day in winter. Im keeping the head, guts for kingfish, if i ever get the time to go fishing.
They are the traditional custodians of the southern geographic areas of sydney. Australia kurnell, birthplace of the modern australian nation, captains cooks landing place, australias plymouth rock, australian adventures, fishing, diving, wild australia, ecotourism, travel destinations, national parks and wildlife, australia has it all. Whale watching between june and october thousands of people flock to kurnell and watch the annual whale migration. Like most things we post here, its a gorgeous place but tucked away behind the scenes of the suburbs dont blink or you might just miss it. If youre lucky you wont even need to look far whales have been known to swim as close as 200m from the coast. Dogs are allowed off leash between the third and fourth rock groynes at the western end of silver beach, in front of the bonna point reserve car park. High up on sandstone cliffs, cape solander of kamay botany bay national park in kumell is one of sydney s best whale watching spots to view humpbacks and other whales as they travel along the coastline. Please enter you nrma membership number when booking to redeem this offer. Go whale watching or explore some of nsws most significant heritage sitesand see why kurnell peninsula headland was included in the national heritage list in 2004. Cape solander is undoubtedly one of sydneys best whale watching spots. Jun 09, 2018 a man has died after falling off a cliff in kurnell. Humpbacks, minkes, southern right whales and pygmy killer whales not to mention plenty of dolphins can be seen from the purpose built platform at cape solander.
The diverse waters of the park offer a wide range of aquatic activities from scuba diving and snorkelling to swimming, surfing or rock fishing. The origin of the name whale beach is unknown, although it is presumed to be associated either with the shape of the northern headland, or a beaching of a whale. If youre driving into the kurnell area of kamay botany bay national park please note that gates are open. Kurnell, historic site on the southern side of the entrance to botany bay, new south wales, australia. Whale images cruise info and bookings whale watching. Geoff ross of the national parks and wildlife service said the size of the whale suggested it was born in the sydney area. Aug 21, 2006 kurnell, botany bay, nsw posted in nsw. Drawing on cooks favourable account, the first fleetthe first group of british settlers in australialanded in botany bay in 1788 but found it. Kurnell in new south wales state on the street map. Each day we record whale sightings which can be viewed online here.
Jul 23, 2018 its peak time for whale season, and quite common to see whales pass through so close to shore. No agreement on where the name kurnell comes from, though. Whale app app wild about whales nsw national parks. Discovery cruise 3hr our premium three hour discovery cruise provides the ultimate whale watching experience on the best boat in sydney. Boat harbour is a small beach located on the northeastern side of the kurnell peninsula in sydney, australia. Scuba diving the monuments kurnell new south wales australia. Kurnell baths at silver beach in kurnell is just a stones throw from where another yorkshireman first landed his boat on botany bay back in 1770.
There is a netted swimming area midway along silver beach. He named his land alpha farm and built himself a cottage. Many of these coastal parks and reserves provide excellent viewing opportunities for whale watching. Map directions to silver beach rd kurnell, nsw 2231. Kurnell hotels map is available on the target page linked above. Download the wild about whales app so you can follow the whales progress during the migration, and report any you see. As a smaller company we have a strong focus upon customer service from the point of booking to the time we say goodbye after your cruise. Whale watching at kurnell posted on july 2, 2012 by dave noble yesterday was a nice day to hope on the bike and ride the 40km down to cape solander at kurnell and look for a few whales.
Additionally it adjoins towra point nature reserve, which is an area of great cultural and natural heritage significance. Snorkeling inscription point kurnell new south wales australia. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this. Kurnell is very close to the spot where captain cook first landed. Whale watching is a popular pastime in sydney in the winter and spring. May, 2020 sydney harbour discovery, oz whale watching oz whale watching was awarded the new south wales gold and silver tourism awards for 2015. He may have been whale watching at the time, police say. Dec 24, 2015 santas visit to the community of kurnell in southern sydney lifts the spirit of children and parents alike after a severe tornado swept through a week ago.
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