{"id":39878,"date":"2025-03-28T16:06:18","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T08:06:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.com.au\/?p=39878"},"modified":"2025-04-29T13:37:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T05:37:45","slug":"discover-what-makes-augusta-the-best-place-for-whale-watching-in-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/blogs\/discover-what-makes-augusta-the-best-place-for-whale-watching-in-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect on a Whale Watching Tour in Augusta 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"152\"><strong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"152\">Augusta Whale Watching \u2013 The Ultimate 2025 Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"424\">Whale season is almost here, and Augusta whale watching 2025 is once again set to be one of the most exciting marine wildlife experiences in Western Australia. If you\u2019re dreaming of watching <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisheries.noaa.gov\/species\/humpback-whale\">humpback whales<\/a> breaching just metres from your boat, you\u2019re in the right place.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"742\">Located where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Augusta,_Western_Australia\">Augusta<\/a> offers some of the most incredible whale watching boat tours in Australia. From late May until August, the peaceful coastal town comes alive with migrating whales\u2014and thousands of visitors who come to witness the magic of Augusta whale watching season.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"788\">Why Whale Watching Is So Popular<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"1027\">Each year, humpback whales begin their long migration north, and Augusta is their first major stop along the way. With calm, protected waters and stunning ocean views, it\u2019s the perfect place to encounter these giants of the sea up close.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1294\">Naturaliste Charters offers expert-led <strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1100\">Augusta Whale Watching tours<\/strong> that give you a front-row seat to the action. Tours depart daily from the Augusta Boat Harbour and regularly feature humpbacks, southern right whales, dolphins, and incredible seabird activity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1294\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-39888 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Humpback whale breach Augusta WA\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-6-1.jpg 1985w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1349\">When Is the Best Time for Whale Watching?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1597\">The Augusta whale watching season runs from late May to early September. June to August is considered peak time, when whale numbers are highest and behaviour is most active. Expect plenty of tail slaps, pectoral waves, and full-body breaches.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1746\"><strong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1611\">Top tip:<\/strong> Book your whale watching tour in Augusta early, especially during school holidays and weekends\u2014seats fill fast once the whales arrive!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1797\">What You&#8217;ll See on a Whale Watching Boat Tour<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1851\">Every trip is different, but guests regularly enjoy:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"2136\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1912\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1912\">Humpback whales breaching, spy-hopping and tail-slapping<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1986\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1986\">Southern right whales close to shore (especially later in the season)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2035\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2035\">Playful dolphins swimming alongside the boat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2085\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2085\">Seabirds like albatross and gannets in flight<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2136\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2136\">Incredible coastline views around Cape Leeuwin<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2292\">And of course, every Augusta whale watching trip is led by passionate local guides and marine biologists who share fascinating insights along the way.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2292\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-39891 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Augusta whale watching boat tour\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-6-9-2024-12-08-58\u202fPM-1.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2347\">What to Bring on Your Augusta Whale Watching Trip<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2434\">Make your tour even better by being well prepared. Here&#8217;s what we recommend bringing:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2672\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2492\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2492\">Warm, layered clothing (it gets chilly on the water)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2542\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2542\">A camera or smartphone (plenty of photo ops!)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2581\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2581\">Sunscreen and a hat for clear days<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2619\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2619\">Binoculars for long-range viewing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2672\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2672\">Motion sickness prevention if you&#8217;re prone to it<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2716\"><strong data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2691\">Don\u2019t forget:<\/strong> your sense of adventure!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2754\">Why Choose Naturaliste Charters?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"3036\">With over 20 years of experience offering whale watching in Western Australia, Naturaliste Charters are the trusted leaders in marine wildlife tours. Our purpose-built vessels offer comfort, stability and 360\u00b0 viewing decks, perfect for Augusta Whale Watching experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3244\">We operate with an ethical, eco-friendly approach to whale watching, and each trip includes commentary from our onboard marine experts. Safety, sustainability, and unforgettable memories\u2014that\u2019s our promise.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3293\">Ready to Experience Augusta Whale Watching?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3493\">The countdown to the 2025 whale season is on, and we\u2019d love to have you onboard. Whether it\u2019s your first time seeing whales or a return trip to your favourite ocean giants, this is the year to book.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3703\"><a href=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/augustawhalewatching\/\">Book your Augusta whale tour now <\/a>and get ready to be blown away by the beauty and power of nature, just off the shores of Western Australia.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3495\" data-end=\"3703\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-39886 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Whale watching season in Augusta\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/naturalistecharters.dilatevps1.cloudsites.net.au\/old\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Photo-4-8-2024-1-47-51\u202fPM-7-1.jpg 1374w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Augusta Whale Watching \u2013 The Ultimate 2025 Guide Whale season is almost here, and Augusta whale watching 2025 is once again set to be one of the most exciting marine wildlife experiences in Western Australia. 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