Where and when to see dwarf minke whales
Small, curious whales that approach snorkellers on the Great Barrier Reef's Ribbon Reefs during a short winter season.
This guide documents sightings in 1 Good Dives region. The most regions are in peak season in June–July.
Dwarf minke whales sighting calendar
Calendar months, every year
Peak = best odds · ● = regularly seen · blank = unlikely.
Calendars describe animal presence, not weather or site access; check each region’s dive season. For grouped animals, a marked month may apply to only one member of the group. Sightings vary by site and dive.