Experience some of the world's most spectacular whale watching, from Hillarys Boat Harbour. Seats are limited, book your tour today!

Experience the awe-inspiring southern migration of the humpback whale with our 2-hour whale watching tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour. From late August through November, catch sight of these magnificent mammals frolicking off the Sunset Coast.

All tours are led by our group of local marine biologists who provide live, educational commentary to enrich your experience.

Meet brooke - our marine biologist

Our expert guides and crew, well-versed in the nuances of whale behaviour and the local marine ecosystem, are dedicated to ensuring that you not only witness this incredible natural spectacle but also gain a deeper understanding of these magnificent creatures and the importance of their conservation.

Step aboard our air-conditioned, state-of-the-art vessel for an up-close encounter with these magnificent marine mammals. With three viewing decks, you’ll have unparalleled views to capture amazing photos.

Enjoy our spacious open deck and refresh yourself with snacks and drinks from our licensed bar.

2025 whale watching season

What to bring:

A jacket
Sunglasses
Camera

2025 Season Commences:

Friday 22nd August 2025

2025 Season Finishes:

Sunday 9th November 2025
(*Please note the season may end earlier depending on whale activity)

Tour departs:

12:30PM

100% whale sighting guaranteed!

It is one of our most frequently asked questions! “What if we don’t see whales?” – If on any tour whales are NOT sighted, passengers are entitled to join us again free of charge. The return trip must be within the same whale season (August– November). If travel is in the last two weeks of the season, you may re-book for the next season.

Departure Point

Hillarys Boat Harbour

Booking Office: Shop 56 Southside Drive, Hillarys Boat Harbour, Hillarys 6025

Courtesy Coach

Our courtesy coach can also collect you from select pick up points in the Perth CBD, Northbridge and along the Sunset Coast. Pick ups must be booked in advance. Please call our office on +61 08 6270 6002 to secure your seat.

    
            Accommodation
            Pick Up Location
            Time
        

    
            Adina Barrack Plaza
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            Adina Grand Apartments
            Meet at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Alex Hotel
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            All Suites Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Attika Hotel
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            Ausotel By Argyle Kings Park
            Meet at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Bailey's Motel
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Barrack Street Jetty Tourist Stop (Pier 3)
            Meet at Barrack Street Jetty Tourist Stop (Pier 3)
            11:05
        

            Best Western Northbridge
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            Billabong Backpackers
            Meet outside on Beaufort St
            10:40
        

            Britannia on William
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            Citadines
            Meet at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Citylights Hotel
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            City Perth Backpackers
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            City Stay Apartments
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            City Waters Lodge
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Comfort Inn and Suites Goodearth Hotel
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Como The Treasury
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Criterion Hotel
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
            

            Crown Metropol
            Meet at Crown Metropol, Taxi Ran, Riverside Entrance (next to McDonalds)
            10:25
        

            Crown Promenade
            Meet at Crown Metropol, Taxi Ran, Riverside Entrance (next to McDonalds)
            10:25
        

            Crown Towers
            Meet at Crown Metropol, Taxi Ran, Riverside Entrance (next to McDonalds)
            10:25
        

            Crowne Plaza Hotel Perth
            Meet at end of driveway on Terrace Road
            10:50
        

            Club Wyndham Perth
            Meet at Red Cat Bus Stop outside reception
            11:20
        

            DoubleTree Northbridge
            Meet at coach bay outside reception
            10:45
        

            DoubleTree Waterfront
            Meet at Barrack Street Jetty Tourist Stop (Pier 3)
            11:05
        

            Duxton Hotel Perth
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Emperors Crown
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            European Hotel (formerly Miss Maud’s)
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Four Points by Sheraton
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            Fraser Suites Perth
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Great Southern Hotel
            Meet at coach bay outside reception
            10:45
        

            Hay Street Travellers Inn
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Hotel Ibis Perth
            Meet at Intercontinental Hotel Perth City
            11:10
        

            Holiday Inn City Centre
            Meet at Intercontinental Hotel Perth City
            11:10
        

            Holiday Inn West Perth
            Meet at Club Wyndham
            11:20
        

            Hyatt Regency Hotel
            Meet at Crowne Plaza Perth, Wait on road.
            10:50
        

            Ibis Styles East Perth
            Meet at Crowne Plaza Perth, Wait on road.
            10:50
        

            Intercontinental Hotel Perth City
            Meet at coach bay outside on Hay Street
            11:10
        

            Kangaroo Inn
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00     
        

            Mantra on Hay
            Meet at corner of Hay and Bennett Streets
            10:55
        

            Mercure Hotel Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Mercure Hay Street (was Travelodge)
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
           

            Metro Hotel Perth City
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

          
            Mont Clare Apartments
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Mountway Holiday Apartments
            Meet at Rendezvous Studio Hotel, Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Nesuto Mounts Bay Waters
            Meet at Rendezvous Studio Hotel, Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Novotel Murray Street
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            Novotel Perth Langley
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
              

            Oaks Perth Hotel
            Meet at Holiday Inn City Centre
            11:10
        

            Pan Pacific Hotel
            Meet at coach bay outside Hill Street
            10:50
        

            Parmelia Hilton Hotel
            Meet at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Pensione Hotel Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Quality Hotel Ambassador Perth
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Quay Perth
            Meet at Barrack Street Jetty Tourist Stop (Pier 3)
            11:05
        

            Quest East Perth
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Quest Kings Park
            Meet at Club Wyndham
            11:20
        

            Quest Mounts Bay Road
            Meet at Rendezvous Studio Hotel, Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Quest West End
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            QT Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Ramada Vetroblu Scarborough
            Meet at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough
            11:55
        

            Regal Apartments
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Rendezvous Scarborough
            Meet at reception
            11:55
        

            Rendezvous Hotel Perth Central
            Meet outside reception at coach bay
            11:15
        

            Ritz Carlton
            Meet at Barrack Street Jetty Tourist Stop (Pier 3)
            11:05
        

            Riverview Hotel Mount St
            Meet at Rendezvous Studio Hotel, Perth Central
            11:15
        

            Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            Meet outside on Wellington Street
            11:10
        

            Seashells Scarborough
            Meet at Rendezvous Scarborough
            11:55
        

            Seasons of Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Sebel East Perth
            Meet at Mantra on Hay
            10:55
        

            Sebel West Perth
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            The Adnate - Art Series
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            The Melbourne Hotel
            Meet at Rydges Hotel Kings Square
            11:10
        

            The Nest on Newcastle
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            The Westin Perth
            Meet at Westin Hotel (Red Tourist Stop, Hay Street)
            11:00
        

            Townsend Lodge
            Meet at Pan Pacific Hotel
            10:50
        

            Tribe Perth
            Meet at Club Wyndham
            11:20
        

            Verandah Apartments
            Meet at Doubletree by Hilton Perth Northbridge
            10:45
        

            Hillarys Boat Harbour
            Hillarys Boat Harbour, Southside Drive, Hillarys
            12:10
        

At a Glance

Duration

Approx. 2 Hours

Regular Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12:30pm Boarding commences 15min prior

Tours operate everyday during the school holidays – 27th September – 12th October 2025.

Ferry Terminal

Shop 56 Southside Drive
Hillarys Boat Harbour, HILLARYS WA 6025

Pricing

Adult: $75.00
Concession: $65.00
Child (4-12yrs): $40.00
Infant (U3): $0.00
Family Pass: $190.00

Courtesy Bus

Courtesy Pickup available from selected points inthe Perth CBD, Northbridge and along the Sunset Coast. Or take advantage of the FREE parking at Hillarys Boat Harbour.
See pickup locations & time.