Whale Watching - Our Favorite Spots

Nature & Parks

The region of the South West welcomes these incredible creatures for over six months, from late May to early December. This makes it one of the longest whale-watching seasons in Australia. Cape Leeuwin National Park is conveniently located on a 15 to 20 minute drive from the park. Humpback, southern right, minke, and blue whales all journey through here. Whether you’re on land or at sea, you can catch a glimpse by finding a great viewpoint and staying alert.

Book your getaway with BIG4 Dunsborough Southern Stars now and be one of the lucky people to spot the first whales coming through this season!

Dunsborough and Yallingup give you and your travel buddies a chance to see the amazing whale migration heading north. Whales start arriving around April and May, and they head back south around October. Whale types include: Humpbacks, Southern Rights, Blues, and Minke whales. We hand picked several great spots around Dunsborough for you to enjoy!

BIG4 Dunsborough Southern Stars Favorites:

  • Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Track (Whale Trail) - The lookout on the Whale Trail is perfect for spotting whales from May to November. An upper lookout features a shelter with information about the whales that migrate along this coastline. 
  • Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse (Viewing Platform) - Visitors can spot humpback, blue, and minke whales from the lighthouse tower, the accessible observation deck.
  • Point Piquet - This is a great spot to whale watch in near isolation through the migratory months of June through to November.
  • Sugar Loaf Rock - This spot in Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park is a premier whale-watching spot, offering spectacular coastal views.
  • Busselton Jetty - While you’re there, get to know the other animals that call the ocean home by heading down into the Underwater Observatory.

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