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Busselton Whale Watching
Highlights
- Embark on Whale Song, the only purpose-built whale watching vessel in the Southwest, for unparalleled views of majestic humpbacks.
- Witness the breathtaking sight of up to 35,000 humpbacks and their calves in the calm waters of Geographe Bay.
- Experience the thrill of spotting migrating blue whales in November, with around 300 passing through the bay.
- Enjoy wheelchair-friendly access to the vessel and jetty, ensuring everyone can join in the whale watching adventure.
Welcome aboard Whale Song, the only purpose-built whale watching vessel in the Southwest. This large vessel features a full walkaround design, ensuring every guest has a perfect view of the whales from three levels.
After breeding in the warmer northern waters, approximately 35,000 humpbacks and their calves head south to the Arctic waters, using Geographe Bay as their final resting area before the long swim.
Enjoy watching the whales in their natural environment, whether they are at play, resting, or swimming alongside their young calves in the sheltered, calm waters of Geographe Bay.
Tours run from late August until early November. In November, in addition to spotting the last humpbacks migrating south, there is a chance to see blue whales, with around 300 passing through the bay.
For those with mobility issues or requiring wheelchair access, the Busselton option is recommended. The Busselton vessel and loading are wheelchair and mobility-friendly, utilizing a stable jetty and loading ramp.
Tour details
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Available from 18 August 2025 to 9 November 2025
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
All Sea Charters Whale Watching
Join All Sea Charters Whale Watching from Augusta, Dunsborough, or Busselton. Experience the majesty of whales onboard Whale Song, the only purpose-built vessel for whale watching in Western Australia, featuring a full walkaround lower deck and a 360-degree view on the top deck.
With 15 years of whale-watching experience in the Southwest, Our skipper is the longest-serving whale-watching skipper in the region,so expert in whales but also ensuring you are in good hands. Marine Bioligst and Marine Researches on board tours.
From late May to late August, operations are based in Augusta, where you can witness humpback whales and possibly southern right whales on their northern migration. Observe humpbacks heading north to mate and give birth, or southern right whale mothers nursing their calves close to shore.
From late August to early November, the tours operate from Busselton and Dunsborough. Here, you can see whales travelling back to Antarctica, often in a playful mood after mating or giving birth. Geographe Bay serves as a “rest area” for these whales before they head back south, and it’s common to see mothers with newly born calves, who may be playful and interactive if the mother allows.
All Sea Charters also collaborates with the MIM Research team, ensuring that when their own marine biologist is not onboard, marine researchers are present to provide insightful information.
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Boating Industry Association
- Charter Vessel Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre