Tangalooma, Queensland

Tangalooma, Queensland

Originally a whaling base, Tangalooma is a resort based on the west side of Moreton Island in Queensland, Australia. The resort was developed after whaling had all but eradicated local whales in just 9 years of operation, from 1952 to 1961. Tangalooma is positioned on Moreton Bay and is known for its resort accommodation, nearby sand dunes and deliberately made shipwrecks for underwater diving. Swimming is popular along the white sandy beaches.Tangalooma has a growing population of more than 330. However, more than 3,500 visit the resort every week.The are 4 other towns on moreton which are Bulwer, Kooringal, Cowan, and Glebelum

Tangalooma: 340 (estimate pop)Bulwer: 320 (estimate pop)Kooringal:350 (estimate pop)Cowan: 200 (estimate pop)Glebelum:-

Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort is famous for the nightly activity of feeding wild dolphins. Every night on sunset, a pod of up to 9 bottlenose dolphins swim up to the beach in front of the resort, whereby selected guests can walk in to feed the dolphins. This activity is provided by the Resort's Marine Reasearch and Education centre, which is staffed by marine biologists. Apart from the famous dolphin feeding program, there are over 75 tours and activities conducted at the resort. Containing over 300 rooms, varying from units, hotels, houses and apartments, Tangalooma is a perfect get-away to explore some of Australia's most distinctive and pristine wilderness.

The Tangalooma Marine, Education and Conservation Centre (TMECC) is a world clsss leading education and conservation facility which specifically promotes environmental and conservation principles. The TMECC employs full-time Marine Biologists and Scientists to operate education programs and conduct eco/nature based tours to create and enhance guests awareness of the surrounding Marine and National Park area's and the ecosystems within.

References

* RACQ (1980) "Seeing South-East Queensland" (2nd ed.). RACQ ISBN 0-909518-07-6

External links

* [http://www.tangalooma.com/ Official website]


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