Step aboard Tradewind 3 out of Augusta for a reliable two-hour whale watching tour. Expect close sightings of humpback whales, expert narration, and practical onboard amenities for comfort.
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The boat slips from Augusta’s jetty and immediately the ocean announces itself — a low, steady swell that pushes and guides the hull. On Tradewind 3, passengers climb the flybridge and the bow, eyes scanning the channel toward deep water where blows and flukes puncture the horizon. Sea spray dares you forward; the harbor rocks hold their slow applause.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires ability to board a small boat and stand for short periods
Wildlife
History
Augusta sits near Cape Leeuwin, a historic maritime waypoint; the area is part of Noongar country with longstanding Indigenous connections to the sea.
Conservation
Operators follow regional guidelines to minimize disturbance to whales; visitors are encouraged to avoid single-use plastics and respect wildlife viewing distances.
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Dress in layers
Coastal winds can cut through clothing; bring a windproof outer layer and warm mid-layer for comfort on deck.
Prepare for seasickness
Use ginger, motion-sickness medication, or the onboard anti-nausea wristbands and sit midship to reduce rolling sensations.
Bring binoculars and zoom lens
Binoculars or a telephoto lens help you spot blows and identify tail flukes without crowding animals.
Follow crew instructions
Crew will manage approaches to whales to minimize disturbance — keep low-voice, limit sudden movements, and stay behind barriers.
Windproof jacket
Protects against spray and cold winds on the open deck.
Binoculars or telephoto lens
Helps you view distant blows, breaches, and tail flukes without approaching wildlife.
Non-slip shoes
Stable footing on wet decks and when climbing to the flybridge.
Seasickness remedies (ginger or medication)
Useful for those sensitive to motion; crew offer wristbands for purchase onboard.