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Whale Watch Western Australia & Harvest Tours Whale Wilderness Cruise Experience (Seasonal – Augusta May to August)(Dunsborough September to November )
Experience the amazing turquoise bays, rugged coastlines, while engaging in Whale watching. On your return, you will be collected to experience fine food and wine produced by our local artisans.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Whale Watch WA:
Whale watching in Augusta during the winter months of May-August and then in Dunsborough and Busselton for the spring months of September through to December. Beautiful Capes to discover but most visitors come for the annual Humpback & Southern Right Whale
migration. Flinders Bay & Geographe Bay is a resting area for the southern migration of the Humpback Whale and the calving grounds of the Southern Right Whale during the northern and southern migrations.
West Winds Distillery/Tavern:
To complete your day West Winds Distillery, they have been distilling since 2014. You will indulge and discover gin in a masterclass
including a charcuterie board.
Itinerary:
Augusta – May – August: Cape Leeuwin is a pivot point for the northern Humpback Whale migration as it is the most south-westerly point of Australia.The sighting grounds are within Flinders Bay as the whales hug the coastline on their journey north providing the ideal location for whale watching in sheltered and protected waters.
Pickup From Your Accommodation:
To make the early morning start a bit easier for you, we pick you up from your accommodation or nominated meeting point(within
the Margaret River region)
Yahava Koffeeworks:
Drive through coffee of your choice
Whale Watch WA:
Cape Leeuwin is a pivot point for the northern Humpback Whale migration as it is the most south westerly point of Australia.
The sighting grounds are within Flinders Bay as the whales hug the coastline on their journey north providing the ideal location for whale watching in sheltered and protected waters.
Colour Patch:
Lunch choose from the menu with a glass of wine
McHenry Hohnen:
McHenry Hohnen, where you can appreciate the sustainable, eco-friendly practices while tasting the fruitful results paired with local meats
and cheese on crackers.
Vasse Virgin: (Margaret River Store)
A trip to Margaret River wouldn’t be complete without checking out the natural olive oil skincare range at Vasse Virgin – you can also purchase some gourmet olive oil themed foods.
Temper Temper Chocolate:
After all this excitement, you will probably be ready for something sweet, and Temper Temper Chocolate Factory’s range of
award-winning gourmet chocolates are the best choice.
West Winds Distillery/Tavern:
To complete your day West Winds Distillery, they have been stilling since 2014. You will indulge and discover gin in a
masterclass including a charcuterie board.
Dunsborough September – November The epic southern Humpback migration reaches a peak during this time as the Humpback Whales arrive in Geographe Bay on their journey back to Antarctica to their summer feeding grounds. During this time of year, we can see much activity amongst the Humpbacks including intimate mother & calf interactions as the new generation is taught the Language of the Whales.
Pickup From Your Accommodation:
To make the early morning start a bit easier for you, we pick you up from your accommodation or nominated meeting point(within
the Margaret River region)
Yahava Koffeeworks:
Drive through coffee of your choice(dependent on your pickup location)
Whale Watch WA: Cape Naturaliste Humpback Whales arrive in Geographe Bay on their journey back to Antarctica, see Dolphins, Fur-seals and array of bird life. crystal blue waters while taking in rugged tip of Cape Naturaliste one of the most photographed locations with unrestricted viewing.
Nookery Cafe @ Woody Nook Wines:
Lunch we head to the Nookery Cafe at Woody Nook Wines for a two-course feast and glass of wine. After lunch enjoy a seated wine
tasting in the gallery.
Vasse Virgin:
A trip to Margaret River wouldn’t be complete without checking out the natural olive oil skincare range at Vasse Virgin – you can also purchase some gourmet olive oil themed foods.
Temper Temper Chocolate:
After all this excitement, you will probably be ready for something sweet, and Temper Temper Chocolate Factory’s range of
award-winning gourmet chocolates are the best choice.
West Winds Distillery/Tavern:
To complete your day West Winds Distillery, they have been stilling since 2014. You will indulge and discover gin in a
masterclass including a charcuterie board.
What’s Included?
The team at Harvest aim to deliver an experience that is relaxing, so that’s why we organize for all stops on our journey to be
covered in the cost of the tour.
· Two-course lunch and a lass of wine
· All wine tastings
· Charcuterie board and masterclass at West Winds Gin
· Pick up & drop off from your accommodation
· There is an on-board cooler for perishables and chilled bottled water
What’s not included?
· Any additional drinks
Escape with Harvest Tours, a complete luxury experience, receive a personal guided tour with an informative commentary on the region
while enjoying great food and wine produced by local artisans.
What are the main points to remember about the tour?
· We will pick you up from your accommodation (small levy may apply dependant on location)
· You will visit three of the most elegant wineries in the region
· Masterclass in Gin
If you can’t wait another moment to book your whale-watching country escape, then get in touch with our friendly team today!
