See whales so close that you can practically touch them on these top whale watching cruises.
Whales flock to Perth almost year round as they take their migration paths to meet up with future partners. It's a hot spot to be for a number of whale species such as humpbacks, southern right whales, blue whales and more.
The whales come so close to the shore that you can almost spot them with your bare eyes, so just imagine how close you'll get when you join one of our top picks for whale watching cruises in Perth.
Our top picks for whale watching cruises in Perth:
Best for price: Extreme Whale Watching with Westcoast Fremantle Jet Boats from Adrenaline
Highlights:
- Cost: $55
- Duration: Up to 105 minutes
- Available on: Weekends during whale watching season (September to November)
- Extras: Travel in a low lying vessel so you’re closer to the whales in a boat that travels up to 75km/hr
Best for value: Whale Watching Cruise and Aquarium Experience with Rottnest Fast Ferries from RedBalloon
Highlights:
- Cost: $90
- Duration: 2 hours
- Available on: Daily except for Tuesday and Thursdays during whale watching season (September to November)
- Extras: Cruise on Western Australia’s largest whale watching vessel. The tour includes entrance to Aquarium of Western Australia
Best for experience length: Full Day Blue Whale Experience Fremantle with Whale Watch Western Australia from Viator
Highlights:
- Cost: $350
- Duration: Full day, 7 hours
- Available on: Friday to Sunday from April to May
- Extras: See blue whales, sperm whales, sharks and sea lions and get the chance to participate in research with marine experts in the Perth Canyon
Best for kids: 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour with Rottnest Fast Ferries from RedBalloon
Highlights:
- Cost: $60
- Duration: 2 hours
- Available on: Daily except Tuesdays and Thursdays during whale watching season (September to November)
- Extras: Suitable for kids 4+ years old and includes on-board commentary by a marine biologist and return transfers
Best for guaranteed sightings: Whale Watching Tour with Whale Watch Western Australia from Viator
Highlights:
- Cost: $88
- Duration: 2 hours
- Available on: Daily during whale watching season (September to November)
- Extras: Choice of morning or afternoon departures as well as an optional upgrade to the Captain’s Lounge
When is whale watching season in Perth?
Perth has two peak seasons for spotting whales, so time your visit according to what species you would like to see.
From March to May, humpback whales migrate north making it a prime time to spot them. August is the best time to see the endangered southern right whales. During this month, there will also still be humpback whales around, though not as many as in March to May.
Compare whale watching cruises in Perth
| Cruise name | Location | Duration | Extras/inclusions | Price (from) | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme Whale Watching | Fremantle | 1 hour and 45 minutes | Fast boat | $55 | Adrenaline |
| 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour | Hillarys Boat Harbour | 2 hours | Transfers available on request | $60 | RedBalloon |
| Whale Watching Cruise and Aquarium Experience | Hillarys Boat Harbour | 2 hours | Includes entry to Aquarium of Western Australia | $90 | RedBalloon |
| Whale Watching Experience | Sardine Jetty Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (Fremantle) | 3 hours | Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits, free postcard, guaranteed spotting | $88 | Viator |
| VIP Captain's Lounge Whale Watching Experience | Sardine Jetty Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (Fremantle) | 3 hours | Exclusive access to Captain's Lounge, premium service, early vessel boarding, wine, beer, coffee, tea, desserts and finger foods included | $150 | Viator |
| Full Day Blue Whale Experience Fremantle | Whale Watching Western Australia (Fremantle) | 7 hours | Morning and afternoon tea and lunch included, assist in research with marine experts | $350 | Viator |
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