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Whale Watch Western Australia - Perth Whale Watching - Humpback & Blue Whales
4.9
amina wadud
03:00 21 Nov 23
What a wonderful experience! The WWWA provide comfortable and safe transportation. They curate the view of whales with all the right information. I recommend this to anyone who want to actually see the whales with a crew who love and respect these magnificant mammals.
Curtis Evans
03:55 18 Nov 23
What an amazing experience. The captains lounge is massively worth it. Snacks and beverages provided throughout the journey along with educational insight from the crew. Not to mention having more space, freedom and visibility making this experience a lot more enjoyable.
井上陽子
13:22 17 Nov 23
Mary Halpin
20:31 15 Nov 23
A great day out. Won this voucher for two through a fund raising donation, so even more appreciated.Lovely staff, and very informative commentary. Would thoroughly recommend
Eveline
03:05 15 Nov 23
I took my parents on this whale watching tour and it exceeded our expectations. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, the boat not too big but with plenty of seats outside (and inside). We got super lucky and saw so many whales! The staff was super respectful of the whales and genuinely interested in their behaviour. Would 100% recommend.
Shannon Lee
02:28 15 Nov 23
Fantastic tour! We were lucky to sight the humpback whales on 6 Nov (as many have told us it was nearing the end of migration season). The mama and calf whales waved their pectoral fins and did multiple breaches that took our breaths away - they are truly magnificent!The team on board were great too! Checking in to ensure everyone caught sight of the whales and ensure those who were prone to seasickness were ok 👍 nausea bags are available. Watching the whales from indoor was decent too as the clean window panes provided a clear view.There are also colour pencils/markers and sea creature postcards for little ones to color and have fun.Highly recommend this tour! :)
SRSH
00:23 15 Nov 23
A truly wonderful experience led by a knowledgeable, informative and attentive team. A must-do for any animal lover visiting Perth!
Jackie Fleming
10:39 14 Nov 23
Our whale watching trip was fantastic. Would highly recommend it.
Emma Clive (Silky)
13:47 13 Nov 23
The boat was clean and tidy with great facilities and the captain showed some impressive parking skills.The staff were friendly and informative. We were so lucky to see a pod of three mum’s with calves, who treated us to a real spectacular!The fact that we were able to download the images taken by the crew was great as they are much better than the ones we managed to get.All in all a great trip and would highly recommend !
Rebeca Elena
11:47 13 Nov 23
Loved the experience! We saw a lot of whales today that provided a show! Recommended 100%! Will try to come for the Orcas in January!
Wies Snijders
11:30 13 Nov 23
9 nov 2023This was such an enormous happy day of my life. Saw beautifull whales and learned a lot.Crew showed and told with Great passion about the whales lives and territoria.Thank you crew for being part of my australian journey / holliday. Soon I'll be heading back to the netherlands again but I'll be back someday with my fam!!! That's a promiss 👍😁13nov 2023Second time on whale spotting adventure and what a show!! Can't explain it in words....I just fell I love with those big giants of nature....I thought kangaroos and koalas where amazing but please when you visit australia this is a absolute #mustdo.Learn all about them. Be part of the POD!! Whale spotting west australia is in the top 10...top 10 best atractions in the world. It's an absolute nr1 for me. And I only saw just one small part of it 'the humpbacks' Go check their website and make sure you visit one of the tours available. Thank you crew / skipper again for this wonderfull day of pure happyness and joy
Bernd Brotinger
14:38 12 Nov 23
Great tour and even better commentary! Very informative but also funny and down to earth. She talked about whales in general and also commented and explained the specific behaviour the whales were showing. We even saw calves and their moms breaching, playing and approaching the boat curiously. The Boat Crew seriously builds a trusting bond with the whales which allows them to document their natural behaviour and for us tourists it was very nice to see whales up close. Whale Watch Western Australia really takes their time to respect the whales and offer us a great tour at the same time. They even stopped so we could take a closer look at dolphins spotted in the harbour. And towards the end, they didn't rush back but were as happy as we all were when we discovered a playful pond. We came back 30min later than expected but only for the positive. I was surprised how good they did everything. So overall, it was a super unique and awesome experience. Would definitely recommend!!
Allan Derwort
10:28 12 Nov 23
Had a great experience with the crew of Whale Watch Western Australia. Learnt heaps and had a wonderful time. Recommend it highly
Ana Springfield
14:31 11 Nov 23
Great job, thanks 🙏🏼 for awesome experience and sharing your knowledge and passion around the whales. Great family run business ! So relaxed and enjoyable moments . Recommend to everyone 🥰🥰🥰Johnny & Ana 11/11/2023.
Alison Chan
00:56 11 Nov 23
We saw humpback whale a mother and a culf. And also a fur seal. It was a wonderful day, the staff were very nice, the vessel was luxury. Everyone was so excited. I will definitely recommend everyone to join their tour. They have free photos about what you saw to download on their website. We understand more about the wildlife, and let them take the lead.
Sharon Sit
08:13 10 Nov 23
Friendly, helpful & professional 👍🏾
Amanda Marchese
10:46 09 Nov 23
The best whale watching company in WA!My friend and I went on tour on Monday, 25th October 2023 and we were fortunate enough to see this beautiful humpback calf breach and an adolescent male humpback playing with a pod of dolphins.Thank you, Whale Watch WA, for an absolutely magical day! 🐋🛥
Matthew Morris
11:20 06 Nov 23
Kathleen Colwill
22:10 05 Nov 23
What an amazing experience. Numerous whale sightings, all done with great respect to these majestic creatures. This was something I'd been wanting to do for a very long time & I'm so pleased I chose Whale Watch Western Australia, would highly recommend this company.
Ailsa Irvine
10:32 05 Nov 23
J James
04:57 05 Nov 23
Terrific whale watching tour. Saw plenty of pods, amazing commentary and service. What a crew!! Definitely a must when in WA!
Emma Livingstone
16:46 04 Nov 23
Absolutely amazing experience in the VIP captains lounge. Well worth the money and experience. A lovely welcoming family and owned business that genuinely care about the whales. Their experience and dedication made the whole experience very special. Thank you so much for sharing your passion.
OD
05:35 04 Nov 23
A great trip! We saw a lot of whales and the team on the boat was very friendly. The guide gave us many interesting live comments on the behavior & communication of the whales and the team made sure that everyone had a good view.
roy coldwell
13:33 02 Nov 23
A great two hour trip which was very informative. We saw a humpback mother and calf for about 39 minutes feeding and breaching. We learned a great deal about humpback whales.
R S
10:38 30 Oct 23
Brilliant experience. The whales were out in numbers, and the crew were extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot throughout the trip. Incredible value for money at less than £50 for two hours. I wish I was in town longer and could experience the other tours in different seasons (specially blue whale and orca tours). Would recommend to anyone visiting Perth. Attaching a still from a video (hence it not being the greatest photo)
Joao Caruso
06:56 29 Oct 23
High recommended! Amazing experience, staff was awesome!
Raditya Narendra
10:05 26 Oct 23
Awesome tour. Might be best to take seasick pill beforehand, especially if you know you get seasick easily.
Sam L
13:02 23 Oct 23
Paul WM
11:29 23 Oct 23
Great service and friendly people.
Mike Filardo
00:10 23 Oct 23
Absolutely, amazing tours.
Lisl Mcguire
02:33 22 Oct 23
One of the most amazing experiences. Staff onboard were absolutely incredible and I would love for the website to have a synopsis of their background and skillsets. Their passion for the whales was obvious. They juggled this with brilliant customer service deserving of 5 stars. The whales obviously get 10 stars :)
Debra Simpson
22:45 21 Oct 23
What a fantastic day, weather was perfect and the whales were just amazing, staff were very informative and the biat lovely, would highly recommend this day tour to all
Sarah N.
14:37 21 Oct 23
Unforgettable experience. We went on Friday morning and saw lots of lots of whales. They were very active slamming with their pecs and jumping out of the water. We saw whales everywhere during the time we were out on the ocean. It was a pure joy which is why we went again on the day after.That day was different, more quiet, whales mostly logging on the surface not so active, but we saw two female whales communicating with their pecs from very close for several minutes with a calf swimming around and they wouldn't stop. The explanations given by the guide were enriching the whole experience as you understand a little more of why the whales behave a certain way. Thanks for these lifetime memories!
Jean-Marc LEROY
12:59 20 Oct 23
Outstanding experience.Very nice, professional and accurate comments by the staff all along the trip.Congratulations to all for making this experience an unforgettable one.
Jackie Mulford
00:03 19 Oct 23
Had a great trip, boat was great with plenty of viewing areas on the boat and the staff were friendly. Absolutely beautiful day on the water with the whales.
liz Tarr
10:32 18 Oct 23
A beautiful trip to see the hump back whales and their calves. Great informative commentary. A caring approach allowing us to see them without distressing or disturbing them.
Mathilde Jeannenot
08:24 16 Oct 23
2h à observer les baleines ! moment inoubliable, un spectacle naturel à ne pas manquer !! Merci pour cet instant magique
Penelope Austin
02:47 16 Oct 23
A great family run affair.Spotless boat, they love their job and helpful, informative group.Too busy watching to take photos!
Natalie Ludwig
02:15 16 Oct 23
Great experience, we have seen a lot of whales. All has been done very animal friendly, and they have explained every move of the whales. The crew was excellent and so friendly as well. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Khushali Jadeja
10:49 15 Oct 23
Bree Russell
10:30 15 Oct 23
Absolutely incredible from the second we stepped on. 100000% going VIP, everything about it is exceptional
Ymin S
07:56 15 Oct 23
Wonderful experience with all your staff。Thank you for taking care of my mom
Paula Johnson
02:13 15 Oct 23
Fantastic morning, beautiful conditions and lots of whale activity! Excellent purpose built boat. Would definitely recommend them.
Alexander Bennett
22:38 13 Oct 23
Absolutely amazing experience. We did the VIP Captains experience and it was incredible!We were lucky enough to see multiple whales, almost the entire time we were out in the water.The captain was very informative and loves talking about these amazing animals!
Leanne Stickland
22:32 10 Oct 23
Extraordinary experience and whale knowledgeable staff. We saw just so many whales. Highly recommended! 🐳
Verna Adamson
13:17 10 Oct 23
Wei Jen Tan
11:14 09 Oct 23
Christine Moro
07:20 09 Oct 23
Even after more than 15 times with my Whale Watch family I am still as inspired and awestruck by the language of the whales. I took my dear friend from Scotland out with me on the 7th of October and she was so excited to see multiple mothers and calves so relaxed and happily playing near our boat. She will have those memories to take home with her.Thank you once again to the amazing Sharp family who never, ever disappoint us with wonderful experiences.
Kyle Edge
05:25 09 Oct 23
This was such a cool experience! I wish I had known from the beginning that you basically have to be on the bow to hear all the captain’s cool whale facts. I had read about whales and seen them in nature documentaries and thought I knew a decent amount about them but I never heard of their “pec slapping” behavior which was cool to see! There were also a few breaches that happened too fast for me to get good photos or video of but there are some photos on the webpage. I think the article writings on each voyage on the webpage (and photos) is a really nice touch!
jawwad asif
14:59 08 Oct 23
What a superb experience with them. Such a lovely staff, shared tons of information with us during the whole tour. They made our day today, Thank you!
Kai Liu
11:12 08 Oct 23
Awesome experience! Both exciting and educational!
Ali Osman
10:39 08 Oct 23
Super amazing from start to end. From the moment I made contact with Whale Watch Western Australia the service was friendly and efficient. I booked for 2 adults and 4 childrenThe boat was a great space, fully booked the day we went but plenty of space for everyone to get a great view of the whales throughout.We were fortunate to have many whale encounters on the day we went and the WWWA team always put the welfare of the whales first as the boat navigated around these magnificent creatures.I would recommend this company to anyone and everyone who is interested in whale watching and I will definitely return in the future for more whale watching.Thanks team..you made our day!
Kerry Wookey
12:51 07 Oct 23
We really enjoyed our tour today.Staff and service were great.
11:08 06 Oct 23
Excellent very good commentary with lots of knowledge provided, crew were fantastic. We were very lucky to see the whales putting on a show. Recommend this tour.
Namrata Shrestha
10:59 06 Oct 23
Oldgirl
10:37 05 Oct 23
My 10 year old grandson and I went on this amazing tour. We saw beautiful dolphins and whales close up and were able to learn about their habits and challenges. My grandson was so impressed that he spent the afternoon typing up everything he had learned so that he could share it with his older brother and revisit it whenever he likes. Thoroughly recommend this tour, so much incredible information is imparted throughout the tour and staff are on hand to answer any questions.
Bear Hippo
12:10 04 Oct 23
Great and fantastic experience! Saw at least 6 whales near the cruise. Some baby whales and adult whales. Not just tip of fin but can see whale jump out of surface! The onboard crew are very helpful, welcoming and warm. We got sea sick and vomited out on the sofa(didn’t see it coming …), they were very considerate and cleaned it professionally, and so warm and gentle , caring, to ease our embarrassment. The guide and explanations are superb , and they will tell you just in time when and where to look at the whales in action. Super enjoyable experience (minus the vomit part >_<). Will definitely recommend this to a friend.
Beth Buckley
11:19 04 Oct 23
We had a wonderful day out with whale watch. The commentary was very interesting. Staff were friendly, helpful and patient answering all our questions about the whales
victoria chesney
01:23 02 Oct 23
The staff were amazing from booking to departure, many unavoidable changes were never a problem and always had a prompt reply, the boat is very comfortable. The staff very knowledgeable and respectful to the animals. Would highly recommend this company and vessel. The deluxe experience a great bonus and nothing a problem.
Anonymous
23:47 30 Sep 23
Fantastic, highly recommend. We saw lots of whales and it was amazing. The staff are really knowledgeable and attentive. The boat was great too. We upgraded to the captains lounge was definitely worth it as you get to easily walk from left to right, front to back with no one in your way so you always get a good luck at the whales! Will defo bring family with us to do it again.
Alex De la Rosa
13:45 30 Sep 23
Loved it .......Me encanto ademas muy educativos y respetuosos con los animales
P D
11:51 30 Sep 23
It was the first time my family has encountered humpback whales and we were very happy to experience it with Whale Watch WA. Their friendliness, knowledge and top notch service in the Captain’s Lounge made for a very fun trip, thank you!
Ian-Louis Tan
23:41 29 Sep 23
Perfect. Great experience, great facility, great team, and great whales!
Merryn Friend
10:43 28 Sep 23
We saw a number of pods of whales mainly mum’s and bubs. Although there were no big breaches we did see plenty of activity and learned a lot of things about these extraordinary mammals.
fm
17:06 27 Sep 23
It was wonderful and informative. The safety aspect was very good as well! Thoroughly enjoyed!
Jeannine Gidis
13:21 26 Sep 23
An amazing experience run by an incredibly knowledgeable family who clearly love, respect and value these majestic creatures and want us all to understand them better. Highly recommend. I'll be back for sure!
Adele Thomas
07:26 26 Sep 23
Another fantastic day on the water with the humpback whales. Have used Whalewatch WA several times now to see the different whales. Have never been disappointed. Extremely professional, friendly and highly knowledgeable company. Would highly recommend them and I’ll be back.
Vanessa Chapman
05:23 26 Sep 23
Wonderful crew, wonderful stable boat & absolutely wonderful experience finally seeing beautiful whales and dolphins up close. They're very respectful of the whales, know where to go for the best spots to find them, and provide very informative commentary about their behavior. Plus the return trip guarantee if whales are not sighted is a great offer. Will definitely book again. Highly recommended!
Sophie Lu
23:30 25 Sep 23
Es war eine wunderschöne Tour! Wir konnten Wale von ganz nah erleben, was ein mega Erlebnis war. Das Boot war nicht überfüllt und man konnte sehr gut sehen.Vielen Dank für den tollen Trip!
Olivia Lartigau
13:22 25 Sep 23
Great experience with interesting comments and fun facts during the tour! 100% recommended
Natasha Tang
11:32 25 Sep 23
Thrilling to watch the mum and calf in action and to see the juvenile male play with a pod of dolphins. The crew were incredibly knowledgeable, and their explanations shed light on the humpback whale behaviour we witnessed. Thank you for this wonderful tour!
Yeow M C
06:21 25 Sep 23
Very enjoyable experience. Fortunately the sea is not that choppy
peta holmes
00:38 25 Sep 23
On a cold day we went out to see the wonders of the ocean. It was looking a bit bleak for a little while but the crew were able to spot some humpbacks further away and then the experience began. A pod of dolphins, a young male humpback and then two mothers with their calves. The information given by the crew and the obvious passion in monitoring these giants of the ocean was obvious in their approach to the animals and the passengers on board. Definitely would like to do this again.
ben smith
11:52 23 Sep 23
well organised, personal and informative experience!! many thanks to all at whale watch australia see you again soon
Han Seah Sim
11:26 19 Sep 23
Fantastic experience! Once in a lifetime! Get close to whales when they swim underneath your boat. Amazing! Recommended. Worth the price.
Steven Reason
01:07 19 Sep 23
Booked the trip without any great expectation but from the moment of embarking on the boat we were given detailed information about the whales and treated like royalty, with the bonus of actually getting to see many humpback whales. Would recommend using the “captains cabin” option for a great experience.
Lois Jemmett
16:07 18 Sep 23
Such a good tour, saw plenty of whales and the crew went above and beyond to make sure our sitings were good.
Felix Ruetz
11:37 17 Sep 23
Very friendly and helpful staff. The announcements could’ve been a little louder, was sometimes hard to hear over the engines but a great activity! Would book again
Sonia Moyle
02:20 17 Sep 23
A fantastic morning out on the water. Fabulous information throughout about what we were seeing and the migratory patterns & lives of the whales. Thanks so much
April Sweet
19:03 13 Sep 23
Such a perfect day. Beautiful weather and lots of playful whales. Loved all the information shared with us too. An amazing experience.
Ana Terife
10:23 12 Sep 23
It was a beautiful experience. Whales were shy, but they were there. I can check one item from my bucket list! Thanks so much!!!
Jazz Wilkinson
02:40 12 Sep 23
The most amazing experience. Staff were helpful, the boat was amazing and so clean and well-kept. The captain had so much knowledge of whales and we saw so many pods of humpbacks. They were not invasive of the whales and they approached the pods ethically and respectfully. It was just magical!
Nicholas Ng
07:05 11 Sep 23
Fantastic whale watch trip.Saw humpback whales in just 30mins and stopped near the whale long enough to take pictures and videos.Recommended !
Asa Sodergren
04:12 11 Sep 23
We had a fantastic time, we got to see many many humpback whales breaching and many fin slaps. I would highly recommend this as a present for someone or just a great day trip for anyone who loves wildlife!
Millie Inkster-Massey
01:41 11 Sep 23
We went on the 2-hour whale watching tour out of Fremantle yesterday and had so much fun. We saw at least 4 beautiful whales, as close as 30 or so meters. The relaxed commentary was informative and entertaining. The approach was gentle and kind to the whales and we all were gifted with a great view as we maneuvered around the little pod. You could tell the team really respect these animals. I would recommend this! :)
Tanya Johnstone
23:55 10 Sep 23
Geoff Scott
12:11 10 Sep 23
My partner and I went on a whale watching tour on Saturday 9th of September 2023 and it was totally amazing. The staff were simply the best in what they do. I recommend this for all the family.
Cassidy Beanland
11:26 10 Sep 23
Amazing fun, will definitely use this company again!
Maryanne B-A
10:28 08 Sep 23
Just when we thought we wouldn't see any, they surfaced. The trip back was even better sighting the whales. Our 2hr trip turned into 3 - appreciated that the captain and crew didn't rush back when the allotted time was up. Thank you for the photos!!!! That was a nice surprise. A great day out - highly recommend booking a trip!!!
Dima Okhota
03:13 04 Sep 23
The team on the boat was very professional. All passengers received safety instructions at the very beginning of a trip for the whale watching. Probably in the future a safety briefing should be conducted two times - one before onboarding and second right after onboarding. There is always time to do it safe. Though the weather conditions were not perfect the captain managed to locate and build friendly relationships with three whales when the boat neared them. It was fantastic to see the whales 🐳.
monique florido
11:01 02 Sep 23
Had an amazing experience with Whale Watch WA. Super friendly staff with lots of knowledge on whales. My partner and I are from Perth and absolutely loved this day out and have already recommended this company to our family and friends. 10/10 experience
Barbara Kelly
09:33 02 Sep 23
The experience was more than I expected! Your beautiful vessel, friendly staff, knowledgeable, professional captain, and then the whales. The whole trip out on the briny was fabulous but the last half an hour, when the whales were beside and moving under our vessel, was brilliant! I was in awe of how close they were to us. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful experience.
Sandy Purdon
23:06 01 Sep 23
The day was awesome! Loads of whales & very well looked after by staff. Very impressed with how the whales are treated & respected. They are such beautiful creatures.
Ruth Strong
15:19 01 Sep 23
This was by far the best whale watching experience we have had. The captains knowledge of Whale behaviour and interpretation of language was superb. Thanks to Chloe for looking after our refreshments. We will make sure all of our visitors enjoy this experience. Thank you. 😊
Sue Enfield
11:13 27 Aug 23
Wow, just the most amazing experience we had during our very short stay in WA/Fremantle.The team were extremely professional but friendly & knowledgeable. The right amount of people so everyone got the opportunity to have their experience.We were so fortunate to take some amazing videos of a whale who was just as keen to see us as we were to see them. Such a majestic & magical creature 🥰
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