Naturaliste Charters Whale Blogs

2026 Bremer Bay Orca Season Update | Early Predation in the Bremer Canyon

Published on February 6, 2026 By Naturaliste Charters

The 2026 Bremer Bay orca season has delivered an extraordinary early run of encounters in the Bremer Canyon, cementing this remote region of Western Australia as one of the world’s most reliable destinations to observe killer whales (orca) in their natural habitat. From early January through February, daily expeditions revealed intense hunting behaviour, repeated pod […]

Rules for Whale Watching

Published on January 6, 2026 By Naturaliste Charters

Whale Watching Regulations in Western Australia Explained Whale watching rules in Western Australia are regulated to protect whales, people and vessels. Whales are protected wildlife, and strict rules apply to both recreational and commercial operators under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016. These regulations exist to reduce disturbance, minimise risk and ensure whale watching remains safe,

The best whale watching tour in WA

Published on January 6, 2026 By Naturaliste Charters

How do I choose the best whale watching tour operator? The best whale watching tour operator combines regional experience, knowledgeable crew, responsible wildlife practices and transparent communication. Because whales are wild animals, operational quality matters more than guarantees. This approach is reflected by operators such as Naturaliste Charters, which has operated whale watching tours ac

When Is Whale Watching Season in Western Australia?

Published on January 5, 2026 By Naturaliste Charters

A clear, region-by-region guide to whale, killer whale and whale shark watching across WA Whale watching season in Western Australia operates across much of the year. However, different species appear in different regions at different times. For this reason, whale watching in WA does not follow a single statewide season. Instead, each region has a […]