Montague Island Nature Reserve

Penguin Monitoring

 

         

One of Australia’s best kept secrets, Montague Island Nature Reserve is a breathtaking wildlife sanctuary situated nine kilometres off Narooma, on the south coast of New South Wales. A nature lover’s paradise, the island is teeming with wildlife. Join an overnight tour for an exclusive opportunity to experience this special place, staying overnight in the beautifully appointed heritage-listed guesthouse. Watch thousands of seals as they crowd the rocks and play in the crystal blue waters, tour the island with your National Parks and Wildlife Service Ranger, visit the island’s operating lighthouse and discover 125 years of lighthouse history. Enjoy majestic humpback whales performing acrobatics in the surrounding waters, relax taking in the endless coastal views and spend your evenings watching colourful sunsets, endless stars and little penguins coming to shore.

 

This program is operated by Conservation Volunteers Australia and NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service.  Visitors to Montague Island Nature Reserve support crucial wildlife conservation and research projects.

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Key Facts

 

Location:                       Montague Island Narooma, South Coast NSW

 

Accommodation:           Montague Island guesthouse

 

Duration:                        2 night package

                                      3 night package

                                      Exclusive Stays and Group Bookings

 

Conservation priorities:  Penguin Monitoring

 

Highlights:                      Whale migration (Sept – Nov & June – July)

                                       Evening Penguin viewing

                                       Fur Seals

                                       Sea birds

                                       Lighthouse & island tour

                                       Spectacular views

                                       Exclusive overnight access

                                       Supporting conservation

There are a number of great ways you can experience Montague Island. Click on your preferred package below for more information, dates and prices.

 

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Contribution to Conservation

This tour supports ongoing conservation and research on Montague Island Nature Reserve. Each tour provides the opportunity for you to participate in conservation projects taking place on the island and contribute to the long term protection of the Little Penguin Colony. Participate is optional and no prior experience is required.