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Blowholes when the swell is up
A quieter corner of Torndirrup & the Whales.
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What you'll find
Blowholes when the swell is up — one of the lesser-known spots around Torndirrup & the Whales. Locals know it, most visitors miss it.
In context
Southern right whales (with calves), humpbacks, occasional blue whales, New Zealand fur seals on the rocks, and a constant aerial show of albatross, gannets and sea eagles.
Good to know
Tips for the visit
- Go early or late in the day
- Tread lightly — leave it as you found it
On the map
Roughly here
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