Just wondering if i could still go on whale watching tours in late dec in perth. It is the sixth largest country in the world, and the only country that is also a continent. August is the best time to see the endangered southern right whales. Just when you thought you could go in to winter hibernation and not socialise until its warm again, perth decided to cram june with some serious fun times. Australian blue whales whale watch western australia. This has been our 6th season circumnavigating the bremer bay killer whale hotspot. Whale watching perth season is underway and as each hour ticks by we start to see our humpback whale numbers increasing as the steady migration south begins. Whale watching along the coastline of western australia has become a popular attraction for visitors and locals in perth. We are so confident you will see the whale of your tour, we offer a 100% guaranteed return tour for free.
Swimming with whale sharks in 2020 australias coral coast. Whale watch perth was at its most sensational today as a male humpback breached only meters from our bow in crystal clear waters. Here is a list of the best places to see and swim with our aquatic friends in subscribe list an event or business invite a writer write for wn writers other locations. Whale watch western australia whale watching perth. Whale watchers in south australia have been treated to a spectacular show, when a playful seal splashed about with a southern right whale at petrel cove. During this month, there will also still be humpback whales around, though. The whale watching cruise is too much bumpy when sailing and maybe we are in the end of the whale watching season and the sea is not so calm but we still manage to see some whale. And the best part of all is that much of it is centred around wa day. Call us if you need help choosing a whale watching tour from perth and fremantle. Watch and photograph whales from whale watching charters out of hillarys boat harbour near. Blue whale watching tours whale watch western australia.
From june to august, whale watching tours depart from augusta, while from september to december they depart from dunsborough and busselton. We ventured further, witnessed rarer encounters and had our socks knocked off more than ever before. Boat charter for whale watching tours of the indian ocean whale migration past perth western australia. Whale watching tours from perth fremantle whalefree.
Whale watch alliance join the competition pod an extraordinary day in flinders bay as we sighted enormous breaching, curious approaches, an alliance pod of male bottlenose dolphins interacting with humpbacks and a very intense competition pod to complete a special day. The longest whale watching season follows the epic annual migration of humpback, southern right whales and the rare blue whale, from the foodrich southern ocean in the south west to the warm breeding grounds on the north kimberley coast. Learn the language of the whales whale watch all year round join whale watch western australia, the only dedicated whale watching operator sighting whales all year round. They arrive around midmarch depending on the full moon and stay for feeding until july and some until august. Australia is home to over 22 million people, the majority of whom speak english, and the climate ranges from arid and semiarid in the center, temperate in the south and east, and tropical in the north. Humpback whales will also be regularly sighted during the month of august but not in the same intense numbers earlier on in the season. Whale watching in western australia legend charters. Whale watch alliance whale watch western australia. Whales 9news latest news and headlines from australia. Experience the thrill of humpback whales breaching, swimming and playing in the water on a whalewatching cruise from perth. The sea is not calm and bumpy in the end of the whale watching season. Whale watching in late dec perth forum tripadvisor. Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey.
All stories must start somewhere, so we will start with a horse named gold and black. Rottnest fast ferries whale watching from perth experience the thrill of coming face to face with the majestic humpback whales on their annual migration. If this gives us more possibilities i understand this is bear the end if the season but does anyone know of any. Dont be mislead by cheap imitations we are the only genuine full time whale watch company in western australia get to the whales fast why waste your time travelling on part time slow old boats, crowded ferries with limited viewing or fishing charter boats. Perth 2 hour whale watching cruise book now experience oz. The best time to whale shark dive ningaloo whale sharks. Im planning a trip there with my family around christmas to visit relatives, and was hoping that i could still make it for this trip as its been my dream to. My friends and i are from malaysia and will be travelling to perth in august 2014. First cruise of the season for wild one and they encountered 2 separate pods of mother yearlings and escorts. As you listen to commentary provided by the knowledgeable guides, youll see the largest migration of whales in the southern hemisphere. Extremely rare white whale spotted off the coast of spitsbergen.
Whale watching perth watch the humpback whales as they make their southern migration through perth waters on their way to antarctica. Whale watch western australia 2020 all you need to know. Whale watching sydney harbour cruises captain cook cruises. The whale watching cruise crew is awesome and give us very good service. Whale watching in the margaret river region busselton. Hi everyone, i will be visiting perth this august and would like to do some whale watching at augusta. Yep, monday june 6 doesnt just mean a day off workit.
There are a number of whalewatching tours available close to central perth and the whalewatching season generally runs between september and november, when the enormous humpback whales pass close to the coastline, during their annual migration south in the indian ocean. Plenty of tail slaps, peduncle throws and heaps of fluke ups on display with more than 10 whales within a mile. Perth is home to dozens of bottlenose dolphins along the coastline and up the river. Our whales werent feeding, just migrating from the north, warmer waters in the winter to the south, cooler winters around antarctica for our summer, theyll be gone in a bit so i might just have to book in for a blue whales tour over the summer. Southern right whales are also seen in increasing numbers south of perth as their populations slowly recover from commercial whaling. Whale watch western australia is the largest and most luxurious purpose built whale watching vessel in western australia coupled with experts that will guide you through the cruise with indepth knowledge of the whales in their natural habitat an unforgettable experience. Join all sea charters for the ultimate western australian whale watching experience youll never forget. The majority of perth whale watching cruises depart from hillarys harbour on the northern end of the citys outskirts, which can be reached in roughly a 2030 minute drive from the perth cbd. Where to go whale watching in western australia explore tours. A beautiful morning greeted us and as we began our journey to the sighting grounds the local bottlenose dolphin and friend of ours hiccups came over to say hello before continuing on with.
At wa fishing, we have a strong affinity for the whales and enjoy sharing the beauty and superb nature of these creatures with our guests. The whales return south from around september, closer to perths coast, which allows for spectacular. The main whalewatching season in perth is between september and november, when over 35,000 adult whales and calves make their way south to the summer feeding grounds of antarctica. Whale watching, weekdays, 2 hours perth jump on board was largest whale watching vessel to see some of the largest mammals in the ocean as they migrate along the coast. One of the most aweinspiring and majestic sights is the humpback whale gliding effortlessly through the ocean waters off the coast of perth. Daisy was to suffer several horserelated accidents throughout her life, but she just treated these. Whale watching, weekdays, 2 hours perth adrenaline. Human reactions to whale sharks 9 news perth duration. Whale watching is popular south of perth waters because it is an important rest area for southward migrating humpback whales between september to late november, when they can be seen in the area with great regularity. And while ningaloo reef in exmouth is famous for its swimming with the whale shark experience, it also sees the highest number of humpback whales in the southern hemisphere. How to go there are a number of popular viewing areas in and around perth.
The best places to swim with whale sharks lonely planet. Toprated perth whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. The twentysomething rider on top of gold and black was one of western australias most skilled equestrians, bertha elvina locke, although everyone called her daisy. Book your whale watching cruise from hillarys boat harbour online today. You too can join the hundreds of other satisfied customers who have witnessed these gentle giants in their natural environment migrating humpback and southern right whales leave the cold, food rich antarctic waters and begin arriving in augusta, western australia. Many have come from camden sound, high up in the kimberlys where they have given birth to their calves. Top spots for whale watching in australia tourism australia. The perth canyon is a marine krill cafe 27 nautical miles off the coast of perth, western australia where the elusive blue whales go to feed each year on krill that. Do i need to get the tickets online or i can purchase on the actual day. We offer outstanding humpback whale watching cruises in perth wa with a reputation to match. Whale watching, weekends, 2 hours perth jump on board was largest whale watching vessel to see some of the largest mammals in the ocean as they migrate along the coast. All along australias coastline are fantastic spots to see whales. Guests are also offered return hotel transfers to make this experience as easy, convenient and comfortable as possible. Whale watching perth september december asset 1 the experience learn the language of the whales as our onboard live commentary will educate you on why humpbacks show such active surface behaviour.
After having been hunted almost to extinction until the 1970s, the whale population has recovered to such a level that an estimated 35,000 whales migrate from the antarctic to our warmer waters every year. Whalesharks are covered by protective legislation in the republic of the maldives, the philippines and off the united states atlantic and gulf coasts pogonoski et al. How to plan a trip to australia with pictures wikihow. I seen more than half of the passenger onboard was. The humpback highway is abuzz with whales between september and december with whale tours departing daily. Breaching first captured our attention as we observed on the horizon the language of the whales. Western australias south west has australias longest whalewatching season taking place at flinders bay, augusta, from june to august, and geographe bay from september to early december. Australia is known for its great cities, spectacular wildlife, and beautiful beaches. Download the guide which is full of itineraries, images, operators and.
The perth canyon in western australia was overflowing with australian blue whales today, we interacted with individuals and had sightings of over 20 blue whales throughout our experience in just a few hours. Whale watching season in augusta your margaret river region. Whale watch news by freedom whale watch and charters march 4. The longest whale watching season follows the epic annual migration of humpback, southern right whales and the rare blue whale, from the foodrich southern ocean in the south west to the warm breeding grounds on the north kimberley coast between may and december, humpback, southern right and blue whales make their way along western. Many would claim the margaret river region is the best location to observe humpbacks, southern right whales, rare blue whales, pygmy whales and their. Whether youre a swimmer and ready for the once in a lifetime experience of swimming with whales, or if youd rather keep your feet on the ground and see whales frolic in the ocean from the beach or a cruise, theres a spot in australia perfect for your style of whale watching. Our first class service and your comfort onboard is our priority and we look forward to ensuring your experience from start to finish is one you will always cherish. Whale watching perth,wa importance of whales in wa. The good news is that the likelihood of swimming with a whale shark on your first tour is around 95% success rate from very late march to late july each year. Whale watching in december perth forum tripadvisor. Wa fishing is a highly respected company thats known for wa whale shark diving trips that cover all the bases and then some. A pod of over 50 striped dolphins breached and tail slapped as they showed off their arial acrobatics. Whale watching in perth whale watch western australia. From june to november, humpback whales can also be spotted travelling northwest to broome a 2.
Whale watching perth whale watch western australia. Whale watching in december perth message board tripadvisor. Join us for one of our whale watching encounters of a lifetime. Whale watching, weekends, 2 hours perth adrenaline. The work is focused primarily on the perth canyon which lies to the west of fremantle. Legend charters are a family run business providing whale watching encounters in the south west and offering a 100% guaranteed of whale sightings or you can join us again for free. Between may and december, humpback, southern right and blue whales make their way along western australia. Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. Whale watching in perth each year is very exciting as the humpback mothers are returning with their calves from the north of the state. The centre for whale research is part of a consortium of institutions and individuals, whom are studying blue whales along the western australian coastline. Whalewatching cruise and fremantle day trip from perth. Hi we arrive in perth on 6th december and id really like to go whale watching. With a 6month season, from june to early december, your margaret river region is one of the best places to whale watch in australia. Whale watch western australia offers whale watch experiences all year 7 days a week.