Whale Watching Perth Set for Daily Departures in 2026 to Meet Record Demand
Whale Watching Perth is ramping up operations for 2026, with daily departures scheduled throughout the upcoming season in response to record demand.
The locally owned operator welcomed the highest number of passengers in its history last season, marking an 18% increase on 2024. In response to a record-breaking 2025, Whale Watching Perth has expanded its schedule from six days per week to daily departures.
The two-hour humpback whale watching tours will depart at 9am every day from Hillarys Boat Harbour, with an additional tour at midday on Saturdays and Sundays in September and October. The season runs from 21st August to 9th November.
Managing Director James Mulholland said: "We're excited to welcome guests back for another incredible season and to offer daily departures as demand continues to grow. Our new schedule makes it easier than ever for locals and visitors to experience the magic of the annual humpback whale migration."
Tours will take place aboard Ocean Master, a brand-new vessel which launched into service in 2025. Purpose-built for whale watching with a unique stepped deck, panoramic rooftop and oversize windows, passengers will enjoy unrivalled views as well as live educational commentary from an onboard marine biologist.
Award-winning wildlife and landscape Perth photographer Toby Nicol will be joining selected departures to capture humpback behaviours on camera during Whale Watching Perth's action-packed tours.
Hillarys Boat Harbour offers free parking, a wide range of cafés and restaurants, boutique shops, a sheltered beach, and family-friendly attractions.
Whale Watching Perth is part of Pinnacle Travel Group, a Western Australian and family-owned business with a portfolio of premium tourism brands including ferry services to Rottnest Island, coach day and multi-day tours, luxury Kimberley cruises and more.
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ABOUT WHALE WATCHING PERTH
Whale Watching Perth is a locally owned and operated tour company offering two-hour whale watching cruises from Hillarys Boat Harbour during the annual humpback whale migration. Cruises take place aboard Ocean Master, a purpose-built vessel featuring a unique stepped viewing deck and panoramic rooftop for exceptional whale viewing opportunities. Every tour includes live educational commentary from an onboard marine biologist. For more information, visit: https://www.whalewatchingperth.com
ABOUT PINNACLE TRAVEL GROUP
As a fully integrated, Western Australian, family-owned business with over 40 years of tourism experience, Pinnacle Travel Group delivers excellence in transportation services. It encompasses industry-leading ferry services, coach day tours, and niche seasonal products, all locally owned and operated. For more information, visit: https://www.pinnacletravelgroup.com.au