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Albany’s Historic Whaling Station was the last operating station in Australia and provides a fascinating insight into Albany’s colourful past. The only experience like it in the world today, and recognised as a heritage site, the whaling station is an engaging and educational tourism attraction for all ages to enjoy.

Find yourself immersed in the sights and sounds of the whaling industry. Enjoy short films within the converted whale oil tanks. Climb aboard the Cheynes IV, the world’s only preserved Whalechaser ship. Marvel at the giant blue whale skeleton, and view precious scrimshaw art. Visit their many museum exhibits filled with authentic, whaling artefacts and memorabilia, or relax in the café overlooking one of Albany’s most picturesque bays.

This unique, biodiverse location is also home to thousands of species of native plants which are now displayed in the adjoining Regional Wildflower Garden. Families can enjoy free BBQ’s in the gardens and learn about the friendly collection of native animals at the Australian Wildlife Park. Entry to these attractions is included with your Historic Whaling Station ticket.

25th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals delegates can enjoy a 10% discount on Albany’s Historic Whaling Station Adult and Family entry tickets. Simply show your conference lanyard at their ticketing counter to receive this discount.

Explore over 12,000km of Western Australia’s coastline in just one day at AQWA: The Aquarium of Western Australia! Meet iconic, elusive and incredible marine life as you journey from our State’s icy southern waters, to its tropical wonderland of coral reefs in the far north. Open daily from 9am – 4pm, come and SEA for yourself at AQWA.

20% discount that can be applied to Child, Adult & Family standard entry ticket types (excludes Senior Concession) for visit date to be between Nov 4 – Nov 24 inclusive. Discount code available upon completing your registration for the conference.

The Dolphin Discovery Centre Bunbury is Australia’s Premier Wild Dolphin Experience. As a community based not-for-profit organisation we are focused on conservation, education and research of the Bunbury dolphin population, marine wildlife, and its environment. We are funded through Advanced Eco-Tourism and offer our visitors from the Southwest Region, Australia and International a range of Tours and Experiences around dolphins and marine wildlife.

Bunbury is located only 2hrs south of Perth on the way to Margaret River and Busselton. We are open daily from 8am – 3pm.

During your visit you can discovery and experience:
– Free wild dolphin Interaction Zone at the beach (most visits occur during the warmer months between 8am – 11am)
– Marine Discovery & Interpretive Centre (indoor)
– Dolphin Eco-Cruise (90mins), multiple departures daily
– Swim with the dolphin tour ( 4hrs, starting @7:45am)

Please note that we do not keep dolphins in captivity or ocean pens. All dolphin experiences are based on wild dolphins.

25th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals delegates can enjoy free entry tickets to the Marine Discovery & Interpretive Centre with VIP behind the scenes tour of the facilities including drone flights, and DDC Research Vessel Trips (subject to weather, conditions, and numbers). A small number of free tickets are also available for the Dolphin Eco-Cruises (subject to availability) and the Dolphin Swim-Tours (subject to availability). Free Tickets are only for delegates personally. Accompanying family and partners receive a 15% Discount on all Tours. More information on how to benefit from the offer is provided upon completing your registration for the conference.

Step aboard Aristocat2, an 18-meter sailing catamaran at Monkey Mia in Shark Bay, for a cruise around nature’s aquarium in search of dugongs, dolphins, sponge-tool using dolphins, turtles and other amazing marine life. Soak in the extensive knowledge of your skipper, who will share everything they know about the rich ecosystem and the animals that live within the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. End the tour with a ride in our boom net, or “salt spa”, in the sparkling waters off Monkey Mia.

Any delegates, attendees and their family taking part in the 25th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals in Perth can enjoy 20% off our Marine Life Cruise. More information on how to get the discount offer is provided upon completing your registration to the conference.

Blessed with white sandy beaches and surrounded by crystal clear waters, Penguin Island is just 50 minutes south of Perth and lies a five-minute ferry ride away in the heart of the ruggedly spectacular Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Join us for a cruise to see wild dolphins and rare Australian sea lions before visiting beautiful Penguin island.

Receive a 15% discount on a selection of tours you can find under the ‘cruises and adventures’ at www.penguinisland.com.au/. Discount code available upon completing your registration to the conference.

Experience everything Perth’s Island paradise has to offer with Rottnest Fast Ferries. When you book your Rottnest ferry, you’ll get to choose how you explore the island by tailoring your trip to your unique needs. With the largest variety of travel packages, adventure to Rottnest your way. Rottnest ferry departs daily, 7 days a week from Hillarys Boat Harbour. Providing you with full flexibility, see the Rottnest Island ferry timetable. You can park for FREE at Hillarys. Don’t have a car? Book our complimentary hotel transfers departing from Perth.

With this exclusive discount, receive 20% off your ferry transfers for the whole month of November. Experience the island and its plethora of activities for yourself! Discount code available upon completing your registration for the conference.

Wildlife tours for adults and families offer an exhilarating opportunity to intimately engage with Western Australia’s unique wildlife. Guests embark on a journey behind the scenes at the WA Wildlife Hospital, the state’s busiest wildlife rehabilitation facility, gaining insight into the crucial efforts devoted to nurturing injured and orphaned animals. Alongside, guests encounter some of the beloved resident animals like Vinnie the Wombat and Banjo and Bindi the Alpine Dingos, who call WA Wildlife home. Led by our knowledgeable staff, each tour delves into the fascinating world of these creatures, offering captivating insights into their behaviors. These educational tours promise an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages and are a must-do for those passionate about wildlife conservation and animal welfare.

25th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals delegates can enjoy free entry tickets but be quick as there is a small number of vouchers available to be used for bookings made between 21 October 2024 to 30 November 2024. Discount code available upon completing your registration to the conference.

Learn the Language of the Whales via Whale Watch Western Australia’s live onboard commentary as they communicate with each other both visually and by sound. This 5-Star Whale Watch experience will not only show you the whales but also educate you about everything cetacean in WA.

The largest migration of Humpbacks in the world to the largest mammal to grace the earth, the incredible Blue Whale. Discover the Bremer Bay Orca Experience as you get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the apex predator, the Killer Whale. The largest and most luxurious purpose-built whale watch vessel in WA coupled with experts that will guide you through the cruise with in-depth knowledge of the whales in their natural habitat – an unforgettable experience!

Join The Pod® to enjoy Western Australia’s five-star whale watch journey which is more than an experience, it’s an education.

Receive a 10% discount off our whale watch experiences during our all year whale watch season. Discount code available upon completing your registration to the conference.