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Penguin Island

Penguin Island: Our most recommended tours and activities

Rockingham: 1-hour Shoalwater Islands Tour & Penguin Island

1. Rockingham: 1-hour Shoalwater Islands Tour & Penguin Island

Enjoy the scenic highlights of the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park during a 1-hour glass bottom boat cruise that explores the ruggedly spectacular coastlines of Penguin, Seal & Bird Islands and takes advantage of the best wildlife spotting opportunities.  Take in the beautiful scenery in the marine park and, through the glass panels, see what goes on beneath the surface. Wild dolphins, rare Australian sea lions, pelican rookeries, and birds of prey are regularly sighted and our friendly crew will get you right amongst the action. Though, please note that no sightings are guaranteed.  The Cruise concludes on Penguin Island to see the penguin feeding and then enjoy some island time before returning on the ferry at your own leisure. Penguin feedings are presented by a Parks & Wildlife Services ranger at 10.30 AM, 12.30 PM, and 2.30 PM and last around 20 minutes, after which the rangers are available to answer any visitor questions.

Perth: Shoalwater Islands Snorkel, Wildlife & Seafood Cruise

2. Perth: Shoalwater Islands Snorkel, Wildlife & Seafood Cruise

Embark on a special sightseeing tour to 3 Shoalwater Islands. Spot local wildlife and check out the underwater world while snorkeling. Discover the ruggedly spectacular Marine Park onboard a comfortable vessel allowing for safety and enjoyment. Graze on a platter of seafood throughout the experience. Board the vessel and get ready to set off on a marine adventure you'll never forget. Look out for wild bottlenose dolphins, explore limestone reefs and rocky outcrops, get to know the local marine bird life, and frolic with the rarest sea lions in the world. All equipment is provided and the highly experienced crew will introduce you to snorkeling with an emphasis on safety and environmental awareness so you can make the most of your encounter. Head to locations with the best wildlife spotting opportunities in the Shoalwater Islands. Wild dolphins, rare Australian sea lions, pelican rookeries, and birds of prey are regularly sighted and the friendly crew will get you right in the action. Enjoy a gourmet grazing platter, including a delicious array of seafood, as you cruise. The activity concludes at the Mersey Point mainland jetty.

Winter, Wildlife & Seafood Cruise

3. Winter, Wildlife & Seafood Cruise

Enjoy the scenic highlights of the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park and keep a look out for the wildlife. This 60-minute glass-bottom boat cruise takes in the ruggedly spectacular coastlines of Penguin, Seal & Bird Islands and takes advantage of the best wildlife spotting opportunities of the day. Wild dolphins, rare Australian sea lions, pelican rookeries, and birds of prey are regularly sighted and our friendly crew will get you right amongst the action! After your tour enjoy a fresh Fish and chip lunch at Pengos Cafe. Highlights: Seeing rare Australian sea lions on the beach at Seal Island Seeing wild dolphins at play (although sightings are regular, they are not guaranteed as our cruise is restricted to inside Shoalwater Bay) Exploring the rugged islands and viewing nesting pelicans, cormorants and spotting other sea birds that live in the park Drifting over seagrass meadows and limestone reefs spotting fish and other marine life through the glass bottom Viewing the fossilized remnants of ancient tuart forests

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What people are saying about Penguin Island

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 182 reviews

This is a great boat trip ! You catch the ferry over to penguin island to pick the boat up from there … The crew are helpful and friendly …. Josh narrates and has superb knowledge of WA’s wildlife and will answer any questions you have … Gary the skipper does everything he can to let you see and get up close to the action …… I liked the fact, they don’t artificially encourage any change of behaviour to Dolphins, Seals or birds I loved it, so did my wife and the grandkids wanted to do it all again !

Excellent commentary. Dolphins,pelicans and sea lions aplenty with lots of other wildlife and birds. Enough time to look around penguin Island-lovely photo opportunities. Penguin display Excellent. All penguins living on island were at sea during visit but ample opportunity to photograph, see and hear about the ones on the island who are unable to fend for themselves in the wild. First class.

Despite the rainy weather, wr had an amazing experience seeing dolphins and other animals in such a close encounter! Very informative and friendly guides!

It was a wonderful day have lived in Rockingham my whole life and never seen seal island and surrounding islands enjoyed it very much

It has been amazing!!! Such recommended experience! We were able to see many wild animals and penguin island is spectacular itself