Whale Watching in Margaret River: 7 Days Out With the Prices Attached

1.Dunsborough Whale Watching Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · from $75Our pick

Set out from Quindalup near Dunsborough for a 2.5-hour whale watch aboard a spacious purpose-built boat. Marine science guides, including crew members such as Jacko and Jade, explain whale behavior while you watch from the cabin, deck, or flybridge. Coffee, tea, Milo, and biscuits are included.

“Excellent boat and crew. Really comfortable with lots of room to move around. We were lucky to be out on a really calm sunny day in mid November. Although it’s nearly the end of the migration season , we found a mother and baby humpbaRead more”

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2.Whale Watching Cruise from Busselton, Augusta or Dunsborough

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 325 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $67Best value

Join All Sea Charters for a 2 to 2.5-hour whale cruise from Busselton, Augusta or Dunsborough. Captain Zip and an onboard marine biologist explain the whales’ migration, while a stable two-level boat gives you room to move for views. Humpbacks are the main attraction, with possible blue, southern right and minke whale sightings.

“The team on board were friendly and professional They provided the optimal opportunity for us to view the whales safely Great trip all round”

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3.Whale Watching Busselton

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · from $68

Set out from Port Geographe Marina aboard Whalesong for a 2.5-hour whale watching cruise in Geographe Bay. A marine biologist guide explains whale behavior while the skipper searches for humpbacks, with southern right and blue whales possible in season. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, and bring warm clothes, comfortable shoes, and a camera.

“Great experience very good knowledgable commentary. Saw numerous whales and dolphins would definitely recommend”

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4.Augusta Whale Watching Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · from $75

Cruise from Augusta Boat Harbour for about 2.5 hours during the May to August whale season. Naturaliste Charters’ marine science crew, including marine biologist Pia, help you spot humpback and southern right whales, seals, dolphins, and seabirds. Tea, coffee, Milo, green tea, and biscuits are included.

“Fantastic staff, friendly and knowledgeable- luck was on our side today and we had many sightings & great opportunities for photos.”

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5.Whale Watching from Augusta in Western Australia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $68

Search Flinders Bay for humpback whales, with possible southern right whale sightings, aboard Tradewind 3 from Augusta Boat Harbour. The two-hour cruise has a flybridge, bow, rear deck, and indoor cabin. You’ll receive tea or coffee, a 10% discount at The Colour Patch, and a photo CD with each booking.

“Highly recommended! Friendly and informative guides, comfortable boat and overall awesome experience! 11/10 for us !! :)”

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6.Dunsborough: Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 111 reviews · 2h 30m · from $74

Board the Alison Maree at Quindalup for a 150-minute whale watch with a marine biologist, morning or afternoon tea, and broad views of Geographe Bay. Humpbacks and calves are the main event, while October and November may bring blue whales and dolphins. Expect a beach boarding point and possible sea sickness.

“Fabulous Saw lots of whales Staff very friendly and informative”

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7.Whale Watching Dunsborough

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $68

Join All Sea Charters for a two-hour whale cruise from Dunsborough Boat Ramp. You will look for humpback, blue, and southern right whales with views from the back deck, front deck, or flybridge. Jess and the crew add lively commentary, while tea, coffee, and a complimentary CD are included.

“Jess was a ball of energy and made our trip so exciting . Saw 15 plus whales , incredible !”

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