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 $61 USD
2.5 hours (approx)
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Marine Mammals
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Marine Mammals
Augusta Whale Watching
From $61.00 USD
2.5 hours (approx)
The picturesque seaside town of Augusta is one of the best locations in Australia to view Humpback Whales as they make their epic migration north, filling the beautiful Flinders Bay area.
Each year from late May, you will experience male Humpback Whales competing for the attention of females through various... -
Australian Coastal Adventure
From $5,399 USD
15 days/ 14 nights
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Fish & Marine Invertebrates, Land Mammals & Marsupials, Marine Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Fish & Marine Invertebrates, Land Mammals & Marsupials, Marine Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians
Australian Coastal Adventure
From $5399.00 USD
15 days/ 14 nights
From the stunning West Coast of Australia, across to the East and the highlights in between, take a coastal journey, inspired by wildlife, to experience Australia at its best.
Meet the cheeky quokka on Rottnest Island before traveling north to Ningaloo Reef, to experience the wonder of swimming with Whale... -
Dunsborough Whale Watching
From $61 USD
2.5 Hours (approx)
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Fish & Marine Invertebrates, Marine Mammals
Wildlife Interests: Birds, Fish & Marine Invertebrates, Marine Mammals
Dunsborough Whale Watching
From $61.00 USD
2.5 Hours (approx)
The tranquil waters off the beautiful town of Dunsborough, provide the perfect backdrop for travellers to regularly observe Humpback Whales, Southern Right Whales and the possibility of spotting the largest ever creature on earth, the Blue Whale, as they escort calves born in southward to Antarctica from October onwards.
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