Albany's Whale Story
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy the 30min journey out of the city centre of Albany to the Torndirrup National Park. Stop in at Misery Beach, which has a story connected to whaling in the past. Then, enter into Albany's Historic Whaling Station, the only station open to the public in the world. See Australia’s south coast whaling story come to life. Climb aboard a famous whale chaser to experience life on board an actual whaling ship, and learn from movies, photos, and artifact galleries. You will marvel at the enormous whale skeletons on display. Relax with morning tea/coffee and cake overlooking the ocean. Your 30min journey back to Albany, curves around Princess Royal Harbour to where you started.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Wear suitable walking shoes and dress in layers as it can be cooler at Misery Beach
Journey time to Albany Historic Whaling Station is 30mins from centre of Albany.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Morning tea and cake
Entry into Albany's Historic Whaling Station
Gratuities
What To Expect
Torndirrup National Park
Feel the rush of the Southern Ocean as it heaves itself against the rugged granite coastline. Experience the power of the ocean from the outreaching platform over The Gap and witness the ferocious waves crash beneath the incredible formation of the Natural Bridge.
Albany's Historic Whaling Station
Enjoy a fully guided tour of Albany's Historic Whaling Station followed by a morning/afternoon tea or coffee with scones with jam and cream. Take some time to look around the Cheynes IV whale chaser, Australian Wildlife Park or Regional Wildflower Garden.
Options
am
morning departure
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Albany Historic Whaling Station tour
189fayb,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joy from Blue Tours picked five of us up from the Port where the "Queen Elizabeth" was docked. We set off in a small bus for the Historic Whaling Station - an 18Km drive. Along the way she gave us lots of information about the area we were driving through. The history of the Whaling Station and tour of the area was grose but very interesting. We also saw the amazing scrimshaw done by Rory Tonkin on a four metre sperm whale jaw bone - very impressive. Then a nice morning tea before being driven back to the main part of the city. A very worthwhile tour!
A fantastic day in Albany at Whale Story
17558,
Mar 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day at Albany Whale Story today thanks to Albany Tours. Communication was easy and smooth. We were warmly welcomed by Susan who took us to Joy who took us to the Whale station and gave us the tour there herself. This gave us a good look at how whaling went. A piece of Albany history that cannot be lost. The museum is big so we could have walked around for another 2 hours. Thank you Albany Tours for this beautiful day. Greetings Tim & Kirsten
No Smell :)
Elana001,
Jan 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great tour lots to see they whole family enjoyed it . Excellent to climb over the boat in & out .Informative movies and Guides.
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