Top Busselton Wildlife Encounters

Spotting whales in the wild can be tricky if you are unfamiliar with the best places to look. Skip the guesswork by meeting at The Deck Busselton to board the vessel Whalesong for a guided cruise through Geographe Bay. Encounter migrating humpbacks, blue whales, or southern right whales while listening to live commentary from a marine biologist onboard. Choose a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Explore the spectacular interior of one of the largest caves in Western Australia on this guided tour of Jewel Cave. As the name suggests, the cave is full of crystal formations. Your guide will explain all about the geology and history of the caves while showing you around. You’ll also get the chance to take a self-guided tour of the forest above the caves afterwards, if you wish.

Enhance your visit to Western Australia’s Ngilgi Cave with a full-guided tour of ancient caverns filled with crystallized rock formations. Start along the Ancient Lands Experience for a walk through native bushland to interactive installations that teach you about the area's cultural connections. Then, take a self-guided tour through the many nooks and crannies of Ngilgi Cave as you marvel at the rock formations and hear stories from the guides stationed inside the caves.

Set off from Dunsborough on a whale-watching tour to look for humpback whales, southern right whales, and elusive blue whales, who cruise through these Australian waters on their northern and southern migrations, depending on the time of year. Learn more from your marine biologist guide. The purpose-built boat features indoor seating plus a spacious deck, and you can enjoy drinks and cookies. Tours depart daily between September and early December.