Whales & Dolphins

With waterways this beautiful, it’s no wonder that Moreton Island is the aquatic playground of choice for the spectacular Humpback Whales and Bottlenose Dolphins and an absolute must-see for nature lovers.

A stunning expanse of sheltered blue waters, Moreton Bay is a world-renowned marine sanctuary brimming with breath-taking wildlife including dugongs, dolphins, whales, turtles and an array of other marine and bird life.

Meet our Dolphin Family

Wander down the beach each night to watch the resort’s regular dolphin family return to the jetty where they are hand fed by the resort’s Marine biologists and guests. The experience is indescribable as you get close enough to see the intelligence and beauty of this amazing species.

Want more? Learn about the local ecosystem and dolphin care program at the resort’s information-rich marine education centre or take an eco-tour where you can cruise the island’s pristine waters spotting dolphins, dugongs, turtles, stingrays and more!

Experience Whales on their Migratory Travels

Experience the thrill of seeing Humpbacks and other whales in their natural habitat, just off the coast of Brisbane.

With Moreton Island’s centralised location to the whales’ migration path, Tangalooma provides an unparalleled venue for whale spotting and you can be assured an encounter with these truly awesome creatures is an experience that will not be easily forgotten.

See the Humpback’s spectacular breaching and tail slaps as the whales migrate to warmer tropical waters, and don’t forget to keep your eyes peeled for the region’s other marine friend’s the dolphins, turtles and dugongs, that also habitat the water.

Whether you want to take in a Whale Watching Bus Safari and view these incredible creatures from the Hills of Moreton Island or step aboard a whale watching cruise, Villas at Tangalooma offers easy access to all these tours. Simply stroll down to the resorts activities desk and the friendly staff will be able to offer you all the information you need.