Whale Watching Season
September to early December
The closure of the Humpback Highway
2009 season of Rottnest Express' Whale Encounters on the Humpback Highway ended on 15 November 2009 with great sucesss! We look forward to having a ride on the Humpback Highway with you next year…
Photos from the whale watching 2009
These photos were taken this week on our tour. Click the photos to view a full-sized image.
A life-affirming spectacle that's not to be missed….
Catch the excitement of the annual migration with the best views of the magnificent Humpback whales and Southern Right whales.
Catch a major whale migration route that runs near Perth shores
It’s part of an ancient system of ocean paths that circle the planet, vastly predating any road of man. Whale experts call it the Humpback Highway.
The Humpback Highway is not marked on any map. Only our experienced team of scientists can guide you there.
Gain an appreciation for how whales navigate this amazing highway
Each year around April, the humpbacks leave rich feeding grounds in Antarctica to calf and raise their young in warmer waters, off the Kimberley. This lane of the highway is far off-shore from Perth.
The return trip in September through December brings the whale and their newborn’s much closer to the coast. It’s the perfect time to seek an encounter.
Media Release 1 July 2009 Click here to download
DL Brochure 2009 (5MB) Click here to download
Days of Operation: 7 days per week
Tour Includes:
- Two Hour Whale Watching Adventure
- Expert commentary by Research Assistant from the Centre for Whale Research
- Underwater equipment (hydrophone) to enable you to listen to whale songs
- Exclusive On board Whale Watching interpretative DVD
- Shared on board use of binoculars
- Free courtesy coach transfers from most CBD hotels (Perth departures only)
- Free Parking for Northport departures only
- Swan River Cruise with full commentary (Perth departures only)
- Only tours to depart daily in the morning with morning and afternoon departures on Saturdays and Sundays
Itinerary:
| Service | Perth | Fremantle | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrack St | Northport | Cshed | |
| Departs Daily | 8.45 am | 9.45 am | 10.15 am |
| Returns Daily | 5.45 pm | 12.30 pm | 12.45 pm |
| Departs SAT/ SUN | 1.30 pm | ||
| Returns SAT/ SUN | 3.30 pm | ||
Passengers returning to Perth must return to C Shed at 16.45pm for your return journey.
| Fares | Adult | Conc. | Seniors | Teen 13-16 | Child 4-12 | Child 1-3 | Infant | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Fremantle | $55 | $45 | $45 | $45 | $25 | Free | Free | $140 |
| Ex Perth | $70 | $60 | $60 | $60 | $35 | Free | Free | $180 |
Early Bird discounts are available until Monday 31 August 2009. Direct Online Bookings only.
Rottnest Express has partnered with the Centre for Whale Research since 2008 making for a season to be remembered! A hydrophone listening system, onboard DVD and research notes were developed exclusively for Rottnest Express. Expert commentary was also provided by an onboard research assistant.
“I would recommend everyone who goes to Perth should be on this trip. It was the most memorable and fantastic trip we had ever had. The “guide” was great and gave heaps of information and was so passionate about what she was doing. We were so glad that we finally chose Rottnest Express cos it’s the best!”
— Program Participant 2008
Also — don't miss out on the Rottnest Express Eco Adventures this summer. Seats are limited….
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