Margaret River
Just three hours’ drive south of Perth, the Margaret River Region is in the southwest corner of Western Australia, bordered to the west by the Indian Ocean, the south by the Southern Ocean and north by Geographe Bay.
The region stretching from town of Busselton on the shores of Geographe Bay down to Augusta, the most south-westerly point in Australia, is renowned for its stunning cliffs, pristine beaches, extensive cave networks, biodiverse forests and dramatic headlands.
The picturesque seaside town of Augusta is one of the best locations in Australia to view Humpback Whales as they make their migration north through the Ngari Capes Marine Park. Each year from late May, male Humpback Whales compete for the attention of females through various behaviours including breaching and tail slaps. This area is also a critical calving area for the endangered Southern Right Whale from July onwards, with the species resting before their migration to the feeding grounds in Antarctica in the Spring.
Further north, Dunsborough is one of the state’s favourite holiday destinations, due to the tranquil waters and amazingly white sands. These waters provide a perfect backdrop to observe Humpback Whales and Blue Whales, as they escort calves born in Australia’s north-west back to Antarctica. It is common for these majestic creatures to travel close to shore, as they nurse and rest with their calves in the protected bay.
Experiences
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Augusta Whale Watching
From $59 USD
2.5 hours (approx)
Wildlife Interests: Marine Mammals
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Dunsborough Whale Watching
From $59 USD
2.5 Hours (approx)
Wildlife Interests: Marine Mammals
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Southwest Australia Explorer Self Drive
From $2,050 USD
11 days/10 nights
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West & South Coast Luxury Lodges
From $8,870 USD
14 days/13 nights
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West to South Coast Family Adventures
From $4,020 USD
10 days/9 nights
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Whales and Marine Mammals of the West
From $1,260 USD
6 days/5 nights
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Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife
From $7,810 USD
15 days/14 nights