Naturaliste Charters Whale Blogs

Fun Facts About The Humpback Whale!

Published on August 8, 2025 By Alison Cross

Every year, humpback whales make their way along the coastline of Western Australia on their journey across the seas. The renowned W.A. “Humpback Highway” sees the annual migration of around 35,000 gentle giants – which is the largest gathering of whales in the Southern Hemisphere! Intrigued? Then keep scrolling down to learn more fun facts about humpback whales.

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When is whale watching season in Dunsborough?

Published on August 1, 2025 By Naturaliste Charters

When Is It Whale Watching Season? Discover the Best Time to Visit DunsboroughA Spectacular Whale Watching Season in DunsboroughWhen is it whale watching in Dunsborough? For those eager to witness incredible marine life, the answer is late August to November. During this time, the protected waters of Geographe Bay host a remarkable diversity of cetaceans. […]

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The ultimate Perth to Dunsborough road trip 2025

Published on August 1, 2025 By Naturaliste Charters

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The Case Against Orca Captivity

Published on July 26, 2025 By Alison Cross

Captive animals can shed light on biology and physiology that cannot be observed in wild populations. For example psychology, cognition and immunology. Captive studies have also heavily contributed to acoustics and physiology. However advances in technology have allowed scientists to conduct low impact sampling of wild populations and gather the same amount of data as the highly invasive technique

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Where to Go Whale Watching in Western Australia

Published on July 25, 2025 By Naturaliste Charters

Western Australia’s Season Guide & Best LocationsWestern Australia offers some of the most extraordinary whale watching experiences on the planet. Every year, thousands of whales—including humpbacks, southern rights, blue whales and orcas—migrate along our coastline. As a result, they create spectacular viewing opportunities.Naturaliste Charters proudly operates whale watchin

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