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Join a fast-paced whale watching tour in Coffs Harbour’s Solitary Islands Marine Park and witness migrating humpbacks breaching close aboard. This 1.5-hour trip guarantees memorable wildlife encounters for all ages.
Join a fast-paced whale watching tour in Coffs Harbour’s Solitary Islands Marine Park and witness migrating humpbacks breaching close aboard. This 1.5-hour trip guarantees memorable wildlife encounters for all ages.
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Operated by Jetty Dive Centre · Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
easy.
1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required.
While sightings are highly likely shortly after departure due to expert route planning, wildlife sightings cannot be 100 percent guaranteed in natural environments.
Yes, this family-friendly trip welcomes all ages and offers an engaging experience for young and older visitors alike.
Dress in layers and bring waterproof outerwear to stay comfortable against wind and spray. Closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Absolutely! Cameras are encouraged to capture the spectacular moments, but protect them with waterproof coverings or bags.
Yes, boats have seating, but arriving early helps secure the best whale-viewing spots on deck.
Boarding is conveniently located in Coffs Harbour, just a short distance from the town center with easy access to accommodations.
Solitary Islands Marine Park was established in 1998 to protect the diverse marine ecosystem along the NSW coast.
This tour supports sustainable wildlife viewing practices, minimizing disturbance to marine animals in their natural habitat.
Jetty Dive Centre is a dive operator based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, offering guided dives, snorkelling trips, whale watching and a broad range of PADI training courses. Operating from local launch points, the centre runs boat dives and snorkel trips to the Solitary Islands Marine Park, a protected area known for diverse marine life. The business provides beginner experiences such as Discover Scuba Diving, refresher programs, and PADI entry-level courses, alongside more advanced training including Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Rescue Diver and specialised programs like Enriched Air Nitrox and Shark Awareness. Many courses include online theory, pool sessions and guided ocean dives, and some certifications offer lifetime access to PADI digital materials. Instruction is delivered by PADI-qualified instructors and structured in small groups to maximise individual attention during pool training and ocean dives. Equipment hire is available for many trips, and boat trips typically include on-board provisions such as snacks and morning tea for snorkel and dive passengers. Trip offerings vary by season and include single and double dives to North and South Solitary Islands, targeted marine identification courses, and whale watching excursions when in season. Jetty Dive Centre emphasises safety practices, dive planning and local marine awareness during every activity to support positive underwater experiences for new and returning divers. The centre also runs specialised short sessions such as fish identification workshops and snorkel-focused trips, with trained guides providing interpretation of marine species and habitat notes during each outing to enhance visitor learning and enjoyment safely.
Book with Jetty Dive Centre