Whale Watch Western Australia | Whale & Dolphin Watching

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Learn the language of the Whales and how they communicate with each other, understand how a simple splash of the peduncle muscle correlates with observing a 45 ton giant of the ocean completely launching themselves out of the water. This 5 Star Whale Watch experience will not only show you the West Australian whales but also educate you in why they have grown from near extinction in 1962 to over 35,000 today, the largest humpback family in the world. Make sure your a witness to the revolution of the whale migration. Join us where the 2 oceans meet in Augusta from June to August or in the pristine surrounds of Geographe Bay in Busselton from September to November. Join us today for an experience you will remember for a lifetime!

Welcome aboard the Steep Point, the largest and most comfortable in the fleet. This luxurious 25 metre stable vessel provides an excellent platform for whale watching, with 5 viewing decks from which you can sight the magnificent Humpback, Southern Right and occasionally, the very rare Blue Whale along with Seals, Dolphins and migratory birdlife from all over the world.

With a passenger capacity capped at 72 people with ease of viewing from all five decks, the vessel also has an enclosed viewing saloon with fully licensed bar and cafe facilities. Enjoy this amazing experience in comfort and style with Whale Watch Western Australia.

Whale Watch experts will guide you through the cruise with in-depth knowledge of the whales as they pair up with their partners on the journey north and their return migration south with new born calves. An underwater camera and hydrophone allows you to watch and listen to the giants in their natural habitat – an unforgettable experience!

You will enjoy

Close encounters with the marine gentle giants
Informative commentary from our experienced crew about the whales and marine wildlife of the area
Best value available
Largest & most luxurious vessel in the fleet
Uninterrupted viewing
Unlimited photography opportunities
Underwater camera to view the interaction of the Whales
Under water hydrophone to hear the Whale Song
Warm & secure inside saloon lounge
Opportunity to participate in whale research
Amazing bird life viewing opportunities
An adventure and experience that will never be forgotten
Safe, stable & luxurious viewing platforms
Licensed bar facilities
100% guarantee or a return ticket if your tour fails to sight a Whale (June ~ Oct)
Indulge yourself in the privacy of the VIP Captain's Lounge

Months

June • July • August • September • October • November

Duration

Short (1-3 hours)

Vessel types

Large boat (50+ passengers)

Times and prices

Augusta (June to August)

Augusta Boat Harbour, Leeuwin Road, Western Australia

-Daily Departure Times 10am & 2pm

Busselton (September to November)

Port Geographe Marina, Spinnaker Boulevard, Western Australia

-Daily Departure Times 10am & 2pm

Pricing

All tickets include complimentary cold and hot beverages

- Adult $80

- Concession $70

- Student $70

- Child $50

- Family $250 (2C/2A)

- VIP Captains Lounge $150

About our skippers and naturalist guides

Our experienced crew has over 30 years spent on or under the ocean. We are a West Australian owned and operated business whose great passion and desire is to provide an experience you will remember for a lifetime and to grow a knowledge and love of whales for the next generation.

Our skipper is a pearl diver who has dived all along the Northern West Australian coastline and Northern Territory. He was fortunate during his time diving to have encountered swimming with Humpbacks during those pearl diving days and has many fascinating stories to tell, your safety and comfort during your trip is his top priority!

Facilities

Access to wheelhouse • Deck with 360?vision • Disabled access • Naturalist guide(s) as well as skipper • On board hydrophone • On board video • Onboard research • PA system • Posters / displays / maps • Public participation in research • Reading material available • Restrooms / toilets on board • Scenic backdrop to encounters • Snacks / drinks • Support conservation • Use a code of conduct

We frequently

Listen to whale song • Listen to whales and dolphins • See a whale's tail • See leaping dolphins • See leaping whales • Showered by whale blows • Watch whales and dolphins

Baleen Whales

Blue Whale • Humpback Whale • Southern Right Whale

Toothed Whales

False Killer Whale • Killer Whale / Orca

Ocean Dolphins

Bottlenose Dolphin • Short-beaked Common Dolphin

Other wildlife and points of interest

We can encounter many other types of wildlife during our tours including seals, dolphins, sharks, schools of bait fish and plenty of birdlife. It just depends who is out and about on that day!