From Augusta: Whale Watching Cruise

Set sail on this 2-hour cruise in Augusta, with up close whale encounters, live commentary, and coastal views.

Getting started

Your adventure starts at Augusta Boat Harbour, where you’ll board a purpose-built vessel designed for whale watching. The crew and your marine scientist will brief you on what to expect before heading out to see the whales in their natural habitat.

What to expect

• Get settled & meet the crew: Hop on aboard and meet your friendly crew who’ll give a safety briefing and introduce you to the day’s whale-watching adventure.
• See the whales up close: Keep your eyes peeled for humpbacks and Southern Right whales as they swim, breach, and interact nearby, while your marine scientist shares insights about their behavior.
• Take in the view: Unwind on spacious decks with uninterrupted views of the ocean and marine life.

From Augusta: Whale Watching Cruise

Embark on a 2-hour whale watching cruise from Augusta, an experience that offers real-time commentary by marine scientists sharing fascinating insights about humpback and Southern Right whales. This tour takes you to the coastal waters just off Augusta where you can spot these magnificent creatures leaping and breaching metres away from your vessel. The clear, unobstructed views from open decks provide a unique perspective of whales and other marine life in their natural habitat. Complimentary tea and coffee are served throughout the cruise to keep you warm and refreshed on the water. With its focus on environmental education and conservation, this tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families with children interested in marine biology, and anyone looking for an unforgettable experience off the coast of Augusta.

Spot Humpback Whales

Your tour stops at the coastal waters near Augusta where you can spot humpback whales leaping and breaching just metres from your vessel. These majestic creatures are known to migrate along this route every year, typically between May and September. The humpbacks in these waters are part of a population that travels thousands of kilometres annually, showcasing their incredible endurance and navigation skills. Guests on the cruise will spend approximately 2 hours observing these whales up close from open decks with clear views. This experience is unique because it allows visitors to see these animals in their natural habitat without disturbing them, providing a chance to learn about whale behaviour and conservation efforts firsthand.

Witness Southern Right Whales

At the coastal waters near Augusta, guests can witness the awe-inspiring sight of Southern Right whales breaching and playing just metres from your vessel. These majestic creatures have been migrating along this route for centuries, with historical records dating back to the early 1800s when whaling was prevalent in these waters. The Southern Right whales are known for their distinctive V-shaped blowholes and large callosities on their heads. They typically migrate through these waters between June and October each year, making this a prime time for whale watching tours. Visitors will spend around 2 hours observing these gentle giants from open decks with clear views of the ocean. This tour is unique because it offers an opportunity to see whales in their natural environment without any artificial barriers or disturbances.

Tour Highlights

• Join this 2-hour whale watching cruise at Augusta Coastal Waters
• Spot humpback and Southern Right whales breaching metres from your vessel
• Real-time commentary by marine scientists sharing fascinating insights
• Open decks with clear, unobstructed views of whales and other marine life
• Complimentary tea and coffee served throughout the cruise to stay warm and refreshed
• Learn about whale behaviour and conservation efforts during the tour

Perfect for nature enthusiasts, families with children interested in marine biology, and anyone looking for an unforgettable experience off the coast of Augusta, this guided tour provides a unique opportunity to observe humpback and Southern Right whales up close. The 2-hour format allows you to spot these magnificent creatures breaching metres from your vessel while learning about their behaviour and conservation efforts through real-time commentary by marine scientists. This tour is an essential part of any visit to Augusta, offering clear views from open decks and complimentary refreshments to enhance the experience.