Augusta Tours

Whale Watching - 3 Day Albany and Margaret River

This whale watching tour combines history and nature to reveal discoveries that leave the traveller in awe. Be informed and entertained in true Australian style touring the Southwest's wonders. The Striling Range, Castle rock, Albany, Walpole and the Tree top walk, Pemberton, Margaret River Region.

The Tour departs from and returns to Perth.

Augusta South-West WA Western Australia

A 3-Day Adventure Tour. Southwest tour leaves every Tuesday 7.00. Participants are required to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.

There is a maximum of 21 people in a group.

Average fitness required

The whale watching tour starts as our vehicle heads south into the southern wheat belt area towards the fishing and maritime City of Albany located on King George Sound. En route to Albany we stop at the magnificent Stirling and Porongurup Ranges where we climb Castle Rock to take in the breathtaking views. It's then on to a local winery for some wine tasting before we continuing to Albany. We stop at Middleton Beach and take in the view from the Mt Clarence lookout. We make our overnight stop in Albany. On day 2, we follow the coastline of King George sound we head for nearby Frenchman's Bay to explore the wonderful Whale Museum know as Whale World. Whale World was once a thriving whale station which closed in 1978. During the guided tour, check out the huge range of relics and photographs and enjoy exploring the fully restored whaling boat which forms the centre of the exhibition. Rightly described as Australia's first industry see how the early whale hunters battled with giant sharks to land their huge catches.The tour then moves on to the imposing natural coastline features locally known as the gap's natural bridge and the famous blow holes. We continue on to the town of Denmark before arriving at Greens Pool. Our next stop is the valley of the giants which includes an elevated tree top walk allowing unrestricted views of the dense Tingle Tree canopy, a unique eco-tourism experience. Overnight stay is Budget accommodation which includes all facilities BBQ Dinner. On day 3, an early start, we journey to the famous Augusta Margaret River region. Its now time for some serious whale watching. Boarding our vessel the Whale Watcher, we head out into Flinders Bay to witness the spectacular migration of humpback whales. For those who are not keen on the whales, we can visit one Jewal cave. Following a delicious lunch prepared by your guide. We then make a brief stop at the local wine, and cheese shops before returning to Perth at approximately 7.30pm.

Whale watching cruise is an optional extra Cost $38

Activity rate guide
AUD$ 415
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