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Jervis Bay Humpback Highway: July 2018
The humpback highway is in full swing and we have had some incredible sightings throughout July. Under stunning blue skies, our whale cruises have spotted hundreds of humpbacks (624 as of 18th July!), seals, bottlenose dolphins, and an absolutely incredible baby...
Whale Watching Cruises: Our Most FAQ
Our adventure cruises and dolphin tours are available almost every day of the year, so we meet a lot of people from all over the world on a daily basis. We find that many of our guests have the same questions about the Jervis Bay area and what they can expect from one...
2018 Best Whale Watching Spots: NSW South Coast
Whale Season 2018 is upon us, and our whale watching tours will be running daily from now until mid-November. Tens of thousands of whales are expected to pass through the best whale watching spots on the NSW Coast. Lucky for us, Jervis Bay is one such spot. This means...
The Secret Life Of Whales
In preparation for whale watching season, we've been reading a fascinating books about whales and we just had to share it with you. Marine biologist and co-founder of the Centre for Whale Research (Western Australia), Micheline Jenner, has been studying whales for...
Eastern Quoll Returns To Jervis Bay
It’s not a whale or a dolphin, but the Eastern Quoll is just as fascinating and has a unique conservation story. Last week, 60 years after the eastern quoll was wiped out by foxes on the Australian mainland, twenty of these carnivorous marsupials were released into...
How Do Whales and Dolphins Communicate?
How Do Dolphins Communicate? Do dolphins talk to each other? It seems they do! Scientists all over the world have been studying dolphins for years, learning about the way they communicate with one another. In Hawaii, an experiment was performed between a mother...
Visit The Husky Carnival This Summer
Are you looking for things to do in Huskisson this summer? If you are, you should check out the Huskisson Carnival. Open from the 26th December, 2017 to 28th January, 2018, the carnival is the perfect place to visit with your friends or with the whole family. Location...
Paperbark Camp: Camping For Grownups
Do you like the idea of camping but not the practicalities - carrying your own gear, setting it up, taking it down again, shared amenities (and the list goes on)? If the answer is yes, then the luxury tents at Paperbark Camp will provide you with the camping...
7 Reasons to Love Bottlenose Dolphins
It’s no secret that dolphins are a beloved mammal. And the bottlenose dolphins are some of the most recognisable and most famous. With good reason: these animals are fascinating! At Jervis Bay Wild, we run a year-round dolphin eco cruise, so you can join us in every...
48 Hours in Jervis Bay: A Weekend Itinerary
Is a weekend enough time to experience the magic of Jervis Bay? Ideally, every destination deserves weeks and months of exploration, but who’s got that kind of time! A weekend getaway is a perfect amount of time to delve into the very best Jervis Bay has to offer....
7 Tips for Preventing Seasickness on Your Eco Cruise
If there’s one thing that can ruin a good time on the water, it’s seasickness. While the majority of our guests here at Jervis Bay Wild feel great on their eco cruise, some of our guests worry about experiencing seasickness on the boat. Seasickness is a type of motion...
What is the Weather Like on the NSW South Coast?
The Jervis Bay region sits on the gorgeous NSW South Coast. If you’re planning a trip to Jervis Bay or to elsewhere in this wonderful area of NSW, you may be wondering what to expect from our weather. In this post, we’ll delve into the NSW climate and what you can...
Putting the Wild Back in Wildlife Tourism
We’ve talked previously on the Jervis Bay Wild blog about the importance of ecotourism and our dedication to it in everything we do. We’re not alone in this commitment to a better way of sustainable travel. Sustainable tourism is a major part of the travel industry,...
What to Bring on a Dolphin Cruise
So you’ve booked your cruise with Jervis Bay. Get ready for a few hours of fun in the sun, taking in gorgeous scenery and some very exciting wildlife sightings. After all, that’s what our eco cruises are about--having a great adventure and experiencing some of...
6 Misconceptions about Whales and Dolphins
In books, movies, and even amongst friends, there are many different ideas about the abilities and personalities of wildlife. Over time, some small misunderstandings eventually evolve into larger, more frequent misconceptions. This is the case with dolphins and...
What to Do in Jervis Bay With Kids
Jervis Bay is a wonderful destination for romantic getaways, backpacker trips, and girls’ weekends, but it may be the ultimate spot for a family holiday. With activities onshore and off, the Jervis Bay region offers so much for kids and their parents to enjoy. Your...
5 Reasons to Book on the South Coast Passage
There are many lovely options for wildlife cruises in Jervis Bay. From fascinating whale watching tours to exciting dolphin cruises, no two boat trips are alike. Nor are two days on the water ever the same. Each time we head out on the water, we don’t know exactly...
Why Ecotourism Matters in Australia
Why Ecotourism Matters in Australia In a world where people are travelling and moving more than ever, and where our actions have a significant impact on our environment, the practice of ecotourism is more important than ever before. Ecotourism matters to us at Jervis...
Why is Being On the Ocean So Good for You?
Our wildlife eco cruises at Jervis Bay Wild offer a number of benefits for our guests. Exciting wildlife sightings. Wonderful memories made with family and friends. Glimpses of beautiful scenery. But what you may not realise is that there is an additional benefit to...
The Best Places for Whale Watching in the World
Some of the world’s best whale watching takes place right here in Australia. Jervis Bay, NSW is the premier wildlife destination for nature enthusiasts.