Places to Go Whale Watching in Margaret River

Margaret River in Western Australia is home to many attractions including food, wineries, shopping and tons of recreational activities. It is also home to some of the best beaches and popular surfing areas in Western Australia with a coastline that stretches about 85km from "Cowaramup Bay" to "Cape Leeuwin" and 25km to the "Shire of Nannup". Because of this vast stretch of beach and ocean, whale watching in Margaret River is a popular tourist attraction.

When to go whale watching in Margaret River

Humpback and Southern Right whales journey from Antarctica to the Margaret River region's warmer waters. They can first be found in "Flinders" Bay, Augusta, from June through September. In September through December, the whales migrate to the "Geographe Bay," Busselton. One can also see Blue Whales, which are an endangered species, at this time and place. The whales can most often be seen during midday when the sun is directly overhead.

Where to go when watching whales

There are many areas one can go to whale watch including both cruises and land-based lookouts.

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse: The lighthouse offers binoculars that are great for a close-up view of the whales.
Geographe Bay: This bay is in the perfect area to explore the Margaret River region, including seeing whales that migrate here from September to December. Charter vessels are also available.
"Naturaliste Charters": This charter company has a 99% whale sighting success rate and allows the individual to join again for free if a whale is not sighted. It explores Augusta from mid-May to August and "Dunsborough" from September to mid-December. The vessel being used is the Cetacean Explorer, a 55-foot vessel and the largest charter vessel operating in the south-west. The tours last about 2 - 2.5 hours, weather permitting. They also offer sunset cruises.
Legend Charters: This charter company offers whale-watching tours from May to December. The vessel used has a 99% success rate of seeing whales, and if this does not happen, they offer a free return voucher. The tours are generally between 2 - 3 hours long, weather permitting.
All Sea Charters: Different company offer tours from June through December on Flinders Bay or Geographe Bay. Some offer 360 degree views from the main deck and only takes 18 individuals at a time to guarantee good views for everyone. The charter leaves twice a day at 10:45 am and 1:30 pm from Augusta. They also offer on demand charters for groups of 6 or more. The vessel has a hydrophone, allowing the whales to be heard and seen.

There are many different ways to go whale watching in Margaret River from land to sea. There is something for everyone, and most charters guarantee a 99% chance of first-time whale sighting.

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