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Perth Canyon Blue Whale Experience
The secret to unlocking the best whale-watching cruise in Perth Canyon: a comprehensive what, where and when!
Duration 7hr
From $385
Whale Watching Perth Experience
Watch the magnificent Australian Whales from a luxury catamaran with 5 viewing decks over 3 levels. Expert commentary included.
Duration 2hr
From $95
VIP Captain's Lounge Perth Whale Watching Cruise (SEP-DEC)
Watch up-close the migrating pod of whales from a luxury lounge with complimentary snacks and more on this whale watching cruise in Perth.
Duration 2hr
From $165
Swim with Wild Dolphins
Swim with the stallions of the sea on the pristine waters of the Rockingham Bay. Enjoy a light lunch and refreshments on board a luxury vessel.
Duration 6hr
4Hr Wildlife Spectator Cruise & Seafood Lunch
A spectator cruise on the Sea Lion Express with upper deck for 360° views of Shoalwater Marine Park – see sea lions, dolphins, pelican rookeries etc.
Duration 4hr
From $150
4Hr Wildlife Adventure Tour & Seafood Lunch
Experience the wild side of the stunning Shoalwater Islands – guided snorkel tour with dolphins, explore limestone reefs and feed little penguins.
Duration 4hr
From $249
1Hr Winter Wildlife Cruise With Fish & Chips Lunch
See the stunning coastline and native wildlife of Penguin, Seal & Bird Islands on a glass-bottom boat tour, followed by fish & chips on Penguin Island.
Duration 1hr
4Hr Rottnest Island Luxe Seafood Lunch Cruise
Relaxing ‘luxe’ cruise around Rottnest Island; haul up Western Rock lobsters prepared fresh for the 7-course lunch – live BBQ, premium wines & beers.
Duration 4hr
From $349
Know Before You Go
Best Time To Visit
Perth enjoys very consistent weather throughout the year. The summer falls between December and February and is hot and dry. Winter is between June and August and is mild. September to November is the best season to spot the whales migrating along the coast.
Public Holidays
National Public Holidays:
Sunday, 1 January: New Year's Day
Monday, 2 January: Additional public holiday for New Year's Day
Thursday, 26 January: Australia Day
Friday, 7 April: Good Friday
Saturday, 8 April: Day following Good Friday
Sunday, 9 April: Easter Sunday
Monday, 10 April: Easter Monday
Tuesday, 25 April: Anzac Day
Monday, 25 December: Christmas Day
Tuesday, 26 December: Boxing Day
Other public holidays declared by the state and territory governments:
Western Australia
Monday, 6 March: Labour Day
Monday, 5 June: Western Australia Day
Monday, 25 September: King's Birthday
Events & Festivals
Perth Festival
This renowned multi-arts festival takes place annually during the first months of the year and features a diverse program of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, film, and literature. It showcases local and international artists and performers.
Sculpture by the Sea
This outdoor sculpture exhibition takes place annually during March along the stunning Cottesloe Beach. It features captivating artworks by local and international artists, transforming the beach into an open-air gallery.
Strange Festival
One of the crowd-favourites every year, Strange embraces the misfits and misunderstood, by celebrating the forgotten places of Perth through music, movies and art.
School Holidays
TERM 1 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2023
Western Australia: 7 April to 23 April
TERM 2 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2023
Western Australia: 1 July to 16 July
TERM 3 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2023
Western Australia: 23 September to 8 October
TERM 4 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2023 - 2024
Western Australia: 15 December 2023 to 30 January 2024
Accommodation
Perth has some of the best hotels in the country. There is an excellent array of accommodation in the city that caters to different tastes and budgets. Choose from luxurious heritage stays to simple and comfortable hotels or B&Bs.
Dining
Perth offers a wide variety of options when it comes to food. Whether you want to treat your tastebuds to local or international flavours, Perth has it all! It is a melting pot of ethnic restaurants that serve great food with the season’s best produce.
Transport
Perth has a convenient public transport system of buses, trains, and ferries. This makes exploring the city an easy feat. In addition, exploring the city of Perth is made easy by renting a car, hiring a taxi, or utilising rideshare services. The Perth Explorer Hop-on, Hop-off is a great option if you are looking for a fun experience of seeing the city’s attractions. As Perth has separated bike paths and a well-established network of routes, travelling by bicycle is an easy feat. Cruising on the Swan River is also an excellent way to see Perth.
Perth Tourist Information
Public Conveniences
Popular locations in Perth such as Kings Park, Elizabeth Quay, Northbridge Quay, etc. have numerous public toilet facilities. There are many information centres in the city for the benefit of the tourists.
Shopping & Market Hours
Perth offers a mix of modern shopping malls, high-end luxury boutiques, eclectic markets, and unique local stores. You can find an extraordinary range of Aboriginal arts and artefacts in the city. Do make sure that you browse the many souvenir shops in Perth.
Medical Services
In case of a medical emergency, you can seek immediate assistance from one of Perth’s many advanced hospitals such as Royal Perth Hospital, South Perth Hospital, Mount Hospital etc. The city offers high-quality medical facilities and well-stocked pharmacies.
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