Naturaliste Charters - Whale Watching & Eco Tours
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Hours: Always Open
Experience the Ocean Like Never Before with Naturaliste Charters
Naturaliste Charters is Western Australia's premier whale watching and marine eco-tourism operator, offering unforgettable encounters with some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures. With over 30 years of experience, we were the first to discover and operate tours to the now-famous Bremer Canyon, home to the largest known aggregation of Killer Whales in the Southern Hemisphere.
What sets us apart?
- Expert-led expeditions: Our team includes qualified marine biologists and researchers, ensuring our tours are educational, ethical, and engaging.
- Purpose-built vessel: Designed for comfort, stability, and optimal wildlife viewing in open ocean conditions.
- Unmatched locations: We operate from some of the best whale watching spots in Australia—Augusta, Dunsborough, and Bremer Bay.
- Research partnerships: We actively contribute to scientific knowledge through onboard research, data collection, and collaboration with leading institutions.
- Award-winning reputation: Recognised as one of the top 10% of tourism operators worldwide for our commitment to customer experience, sustainability, and safety.
Whether you're joining us to witness Humpback Whales breaching close to shore, or embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime Killer Whale expedition in the Bremer Canyon, Naturaliste Charters delivers the ultimate marine wildlife experience in WA.
Naturaliste Charters is a West Australian family owned and operated business that offers world class Killer Whale Expeditions and Whale Watching experiences in the South West, Western Australia.
From May – November you can experience whales in the beautiful Margaret River region. (Augusta May – August, Dunsborough late August – November). Our tours are family friendly and depart 10am & 2pm daily.
With more than 35,000 Humpback Whales migrating annually along the West Australian coastline you are 99% guaranteed to experience sighting whales on your tour with Naturaliste Charters. On the small chance you don’t get to see whales you can join another tour for free!
Naturaliste Charters are also the proud founders of the Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expeditions. From December – April you can have the adventure of a life time and experience seeing Killer Whales thrive in their natural habitat. Bremer Canyon Expeditions depart daily from Bremer Bay.
Map & Directions
Augusta Boat Harbour Leeuwin Road, Augusta WA 6290 Australia
Directions
December - April
Bremer Canyon Killer Whale Expeditions - Departs daily from Bremer Bay Boat Harbour, Bremer Bay.
May - August
Augusta Whale Watching - See Humpback and Southern Right Whales on their Northern Migration.
Departs from Augusta Boat Harbour, Leeuwin Road, Augusta.
August - November
Dunsborough Whale Watching - See Humpbacks Whales and the Elusive Blue Whale (Oct) on their Southern Migration.
Departs from Pro Fisherman’s Boat Ramp, Geographe Bay Road, Dunsborough (opposite McDermott St, Quindalup).
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of tours by Naturaliste Charters -
Our guest's safety and comfort is always our priority. We constantly monitor sea conditions along the coastline and respond professionally to any changes.
This may mean:
• Cancellation of a Tour
• Restrictions may be placed on passengers with medical or mobility problems. The child age limit may be raised.
A full refund will apply to tours we cancel due to inclement weather or any other safety reason if it cannot be rebooked to the customer’s satisfaction.
Cancellations by guests -
Cancellations by guests will incur a minimum 20% fee. Cancellations 14 days or less prior to departure incur a 50% fee. Cancellations 7 days or less of departure no refund applies. If you need to change your booking please contact the office directly on (08) 9750 5500. All booking changes incur a 20% rebooking fee.