Humpback Whale
+ Best Locations by Month
The best place to see Humpback Whale is Ningaloo Reef (Australia), scoring 98/100 on the Wildlife Encounter Index.
Peak month globally: September (up to 98/100). 3 destinations ranked below.
When is the best time to see Humpback Whale?
September is the peak month for Humpback Whale sightings globally, with scores reaching 98/100 at the best destinations.
| Month | Peak sighting score |
|---|---|
| January | 5/100 |
| February | 5/100 |
| March | 5/100 |
| April | 5/100 |
| May | 10/100 |
| June | 40/100 |
| July | 80/100 |
| August | 95/100 |
| September | 98/100 |
| October | 95/100 |
| November | 45/100 |
| December | 5/100 |
Data: WEI v6 — published ecology research, official park reports, multi-year trip records · Updated June 2026 · How we score
Where can you see Humpback Whale in the wild?
Deep-dive into the raw sighting scores across all humpback whale destinations. Find the perfect match for your travel month.
What are the best safari parks for Humpback Whale?
Ningaloo Reef (Australia) ranks #1 with a peak WEI score of 98/100.
| # | Park | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ningaloo ReefAustralia | 98/100 |
| 2 | Great Barrier ReefAustralia | 95/100 |
| 3 | Hermanus (Walker Bay)South Africa | 80/100 |
Data: WEI v6 — published ecology research, official park reports, multi-year trip records · Updated June 2026 · How we score
Where is the best place to see Humpback Whale?
Data: WEI v6 — published ecology research, official park reports, multi-year trip records · Updated June 2026 · How we score
What is the best time of year to see Humpback Whale?
Data: WEI v6 — published ecology research, official park reports, multi-year trip records · Updated June 2026 · How we score
