Whale Watching in Perth | Things to Know
Although the South West holds the record for Australia’s longest season when it comes to whale watching, there are plenty of opportunities and places in Western Australia to get a glimpse of these majestic creatures.
Although the South West holds the record for Australia’s longest season when it comes to whale watching, there are plenty of opportunities and places in Western Australia to get a glimpse of these majestic creatures. It is also home to a wide variety of whale species, especially the humpbacks and the blue whales that annually migrate along the coast. Come to Perth—known as one of the best whale and dolphin watching destinations in Australia—to go on an exciting whale watching tour.
The whale watching season in Perth occurs during two peak periods between March-May and September-December. During these seasons, you will witness large pods of whales migrating towards the warmer waters for breeding. Hop on board a whale watching cruise in Perth to experience the thrill of coming face to face with the majestic yet gentle giants of the sea. They can be sighted with their calves frolicking in the waters and it is believed that the epic northern humpback migration during the March-May is when the boisterous male humpback whales find opportunity to meet the female humpbacks. Subsequently, during September-December, you will witness the arrival of the endangered Southern Right Whales which include the heavily pregnant female whales too. A whale watching tour in Perth is a wonderful chance to capture amazing photos of the whales in their natural habitat. Most whale watching cruise packages include a freshly prepared lunch served with drinks and beverages. If you’re wondering what you can do over the weekend, a whale watching tour with your family will be a great option to consider.
Whale Species You Will See in Perth
Although a large number of whale species have been sighted off Perth’s coastline, the two main species you will see come across on a whale watching tour in Perth are the Blue Whale and Humpback Whales. Some other species that have been sighted in Perth include the Sperm Whales, Southern Right Whales, Beaked Whales, Minke Whales and, not to mention, many different species of dolphins. The Blue Whales are the largest of the whale species to ever grace our planet. These gigantic whales rely on the large feeding grounds located in the Perth Canyon and the nursery grounds near the Banda Sea, located further to the north.
Best Whale Watching Spots in Perth
Rottnest Island
Located just offshore from the city of Perth, Rottnest Island is a protected nature reserve with beautiful lush green surrounds, secluded bays and more. One of the most interesting things you can do if you’re heading out to Rottnest Island is a water-based whale-watching tour between September and November. Track to the West End of the island to encounter the stunning whales in their seasonal migration or visit Cape Vlamingh where you can enjoy the ocean views and even spot a whale or two. The Perth Canyon off Rottnest is a major feeding area for the pygmy blue whales. Winter is the prime time to go whale watching in Perth as it is during this season when the Humpback whales pass through the Indian Ocean off the coast of Rottnest.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
Just off the Sunset Coast of Perth, the Hillarys Boat Harbour offers a wonderful chance to come face-to-face with the magnificent humpback whales in their annual migration along the Western Australia coastline. You can take a whale watching trip around the Harbour or a round-trip from Perth to discover more of Western Australia’s feeding and nursing grounds for the whales and, not to mention, the spectacular marine life.
Fremantle
Whale watching in Fremantle is a great chance to meet the southern Humpback whales in migration back to the south towards Antarctica for summer feeding season. Head out on the Margaret River on a whale watching cruise to see the fantastic beasts in their natural habitat
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