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Top 10 Places for Whale Watching

The greatest sea creature, roaming from the ocean is an incredible sight to see, maybe even the greatest show on Earth. Whales can be spotted all year long, and our list will help you find the best place to go, summer or winter.

Cape Cod

Cape Cod attracts many visitors with its many beaches and activities, from hiking and water sports to whale watching.

Glacier Bay National Park

The park is best known for its massive glaciers, but is also an ideal destination for those seeking wildlife, kayaking, or simply a chance to get away.

Monterey Bay

This beautiful and marine-rich area is home to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, currently the largest marine sanctuary in the United States.

Baja California

A Mexican peninsula extending into the Pacific Ocean from the south end of the U.S. state of California, providing some of Mexico's most dramatic sea and landscapes.

Kaikoura

Located on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island, Kaikoura has an abundant marine life and you can spot Humpback Whales, Blue Whales and Southern Right Whales.

Hervey Bay

A beachside city in south east Queensland and a centre for whale watching.

Hermanus

A picturesque seaside town, famous for being the home of the Southern Right Whale.

Azores

A beautiful set of islands in the Atlantic Ocean.

Dominica

If you love hiking and diving, and you'd rather spend a quiet evening than party all night, this is the place for you.

Peninsula Valdes

It's noted for its unique fauna and geology and it's part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Sandra Thomas
on Oct 20,2010

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Whale watching is one of the most preferred fun by people nowadays. Whale watching business has increased in the recent years and has become a good source of profit these days. Kaikoura in New Zealand is world renowned for whale watching. It is one of the most breath taking locations for watching the great whales. http://www.australiavoyage.net/whale-watching-in-new-zealand.html

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