King George Sound Safari
King George Sound Safari
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9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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About
King George Sound Safari runs boat tours daily around the picturesque coastal seaside town of Albany, Western Australia. During winter from May to October whales can be spotted but dolphins and seals can be seen all year round. Situated in Princess Royal Harbour, part of King George Sound, these waters are steeped in history. Come aboard and experience Albany from the sea. Imagine what it would have been like when the first explorers pulled into the harbour as early as 1627 or when the first ANZAC troops departed Albany for WWI in 1914. Our boat is the "Young Salty Dog", a twin hull catamaran and an ex Sea Rescue vessel that is safe and stable. Holding up to 12 passengers, Captain Mark will give you a personalised tour of the harbour and King George Sound. May-Oct: Two Safaris Daily (3 Hours), departing 9:30am and 1:30pm Nov-Apr: Three Safaris Daily (2 Hours), departing 9:30am, 12:30pm and 3:30pm
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
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BF_and_AA
Fremantle, Australia248 contributions
Sept 2020 • Friends
We came to Albany as a group of 8 friends and wanted to see some of the sights in the sound. We booked out the whole boat and had Captain Mark as our guide for the day.
Really comfortable boat and great commentary. It was nice that Mark kept checking with us on our preference, rather than just doing the canned tour that most boat tours do.
We stopped off at Emu Point and collected fish, squid and chips from the squid shack at a Discount price and enjoyed that along with some beers and wine from our eski we brought along.
If you want to see a bit of the Sound or do some whale watching etc l’d recommend you hit Mark up.
Really comfortable boat and great commentary. It was nice that Mark kept checking with us on our preference, rather than just doing the canned tour that most boat tours do.
We stopped off at Emu Point and collected fish, squid and chips from the squid shack at a Discount price and enjoyed that along with some beers and wine from our eski we brought along.
If you want to see a bit of the Sound or do some whale watching etc l’d recommend you hit Mark up.
Written 18 September 2020
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Thanks so much for the review Brent and cheers for your recommendation and sending your friends out for a tour
Written 28 September 2020
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ANTHONY M
Sydney, Australia41 contributions
Dec 2019
Good communication on the lead up to the outing. This is one of the best 2 hour cruises that we’ve ever taken. Mark had the group engaged for the entire cruise of the King George Sound, which included 2 families with young children. As well as being so knowledgeable of his surroundings, he is such a natural storyteller. Highly recommend this outing if you’ve got a little spare time in Albany.Not surprising that his small group cruises fill. thanks Mark.
Written 1 January 2020
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Cheers for the great review it was a pleasure taking is out and look forward to seeing you all again sometime thank you
Written 15 January 2020
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Bobby
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Family
What a amazing time we had aboard our King George Sound Safari cruise yesterday. This is our second time visiting Albany and thought a cruise on the King George Sound would be nice. Captain Mark went above and beyond with his service, allowed us to bring along food and drinks and provided us with lots of interesting facts about Albany, it’s history, beaches and even gave me some tips on local fishing spots. We spotted a seal and the Captain was happy to turn the vessel around and circle back because my daughter had not been able to see it clearly, (he was very accomodating with my children).
Also let them both have a turn at sitting on the captains chair with the captains hat on. Definitely value for money, Mark is a asset to the business and we will be sure to return again. Thanks again Mark.
From Bobby and family
Also let them both have a turn at sitting on the captains chair with the captains hat on. Definitely value for money, Mark is a asset to the business and we will be sure to return again. Thanks again Mark.
From Bobby and family
Written 2 January 2020
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Cheers for coming out Bobby glad you and the family enjoyed it it was so nice to see use again and look forward to catching up again next time
Written 15 January 2020
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Kenneth Nathan
Perth, Australia18 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
Visiting the historic city of Albany is an amazing experience in itself, but what made it exceptional was the exploration of King George sound with the King George sound Safari under the guidance and direction of Captain Mark.
The day trip around King George sound was the highlight of my long weekend away. The history and anecdotes shared by Captain Mark made the journey a memorable one as well as a highly enlightening one. His brilliant sense of humour and wit made the journey very entertaining and his attention to detail as well as his overwhelming concern for safety was highly reassuring.
I simply cannot recommend King George sound Safari and Captain Mark highly enough. Thank you for making my first trip to Albany such an exceptional one. You are a credit to Albany and tour operators worldwide. Well done!
The day trip around King George sound was the highlight of my long weekend away. The history and anecdotes shared by Captain Mark made the journey a memorable one as well as a highly enlightening one. His brilliant sense of humour and wit made the journey very entertaining and his attention to detail as well as his overwhelming concern for safety was highly reassuring.
I simply cannot recommend King George sound Safari and Captain Mark highly enough. Thank you for making my first trip to Albany such an exceptional one. You are a credit to Albany and tour operators worldwide. Well done!
Written 26 January 2021
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WOW what a great review thanks a lot for the kind words and so happy you enjoyed it 🤗🤗. Look forward to seeing you again sometime soon
Written 10 February 2021
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sweetpeapom
NSW12 contributions
July 2022
Whale sightings are not guaranteed - it's not a zoo! Despite not finding any whales, we had a fabulous three hours cruising the Sound, seeing dolphins, seals and a variety of seabirds. Great value for money, interesting and fun information and anecdotes about the history, geography and landscapes of the area. Funny and informative captain/guide. Best way to spend three hours on the water. We will be back!
Written 2 August 2022
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Wow thanks for the awesome review and looking forward to seeing you again soon thanks 😊
Written 2 August 2022
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Stephanie B
Rockingham, Australia1 contribution
Mar 2022
SUMMER SEA SAFARIS: Fantastic morning out on the water, Captain Mark fantastic guy full of knowledge and humour, Loved the size of the boat not crowded you could easily see what was around. highly recommend, Love being out on the water this was the first time in a long time absolutely loved it and we are hoping to get back out there in the whale watching season. Big thank you to Mark
Written 17 March 2022
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Thanks so much for coming out and taking the time to give me a review so glad you enjoyed the tour and looking forward to seeing in whale season
Written 1 April 2022
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Imogen D
Perth, Australia7 contributions
July 2021 • Family
It was an incredible adventure! Whole extended family went, we all got to captain the boat, Mark was incredibly inclusive of the range of ages and needs and we learnt things about Albany that many of us (who have lived here forever) didn’t know. The music was sensational and it was absolutely ABBA that bought the whales in. We’d do it again!
Written 10 July 2021
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It was a fun morning I think it was the dancing that got the whales excited 😊 thanks for the great review 👍
Written 12 July 2021
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Sonia G
4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
We were lucky enough to secure a last minute cruise in December 2022. We last visited 3 years ago and we’re looking forward to another trip. Captain Mark was very knowledgeable on not just the whales (which unfortunately due to the timing of our visit we were unable to see) but also Albany, it’s history, it’s exporting trade, it’s marine animals and much more. Highlights for the kids (12 years and and 10 years old) was wearing the captains hat and sitting in the drivers seat, as well as holding a whales tooth. If your looking for something to do whilst visiting Albany, I can highly recommend King George Sound Safari. Our family for 4 really enjoyed it, and it was value for money.
Written 12 January 2023
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Thanks for coming out for the second time looking forward to catching up again when in Albany next and thanks for the review
Written 12 January 2023
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hebphoto
Albany WA20 contributions
May 2021
2nd May 2021 : The ACE Camera Club enjoyed a most wonderful 2 Hour cruise with King George Sound Safari ... we cannot thank Mark enough for a awesome time where members were able create some wonderful images .
We can highly recommend King George Sound Safari.
Many thanks Mark .
Cheers Malcolm Heberle
Albany
We can highly recommend King George Sound Safari.
Many thanks Mark .
Cheers Malcolm Heberle
Albany
Written 9 May 2021
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Thanks Malcolm there where some awesome pictures taken looking forward to seeing you again soon thanks for the review 😊
Written 25 May 2021
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Ben Madden
3 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
Couldn’t recommend this tour more. Although we didn’t get to see any whales (late in the season so this was kind of expected), the trip was so much fun that I didn’t come away disappointed. Captain Mark’s sense of humour will keep you laughing throughout the trip. Even without whales it was worth every cent
Written 21 October 2022
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Thanks so much for taking the time to give me a review so glad you enjoyed your time out on the sound
Written 9 November 2022
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