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  •  Activities
  •  Perth, Rockingham
  •  Penguin Island Wildlife Cruise Winter Tour Depart from Perth

Penguin Island Wildlife Cruise Winter Tour Depart from Perth

Perth Wildlife Encounters

  • Perth, Rockingham
  • 90 Minutes (approx.)
  • Free Cancellation prior to 14 days of travel date
  • 48 Working Hours Confirmation

Standard Inclusions

  • 1. A 60-minute glass bottom boat cruise
  • 2. Return ferry transfers to and from Penguin Island
  • 3. A 30-minute guided walk of Penguin Island
  • 4. Transfer from/to selected hotels included before departure time
From AUD
$125.00

1 Key Facts

Included

  • 1. A 60-minute glass bottom boat cruise
  • 2. Return ferry transfers to and from Penguin Island
  • 3. A 30-minute guided walk of Penguin Island
  • 4. Transfer from/to selected hotels included before departure time

Not included

  • 1. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 2. Souvenirs
  • 3. Travel Insurance
Destination Perth, Rockingham
Depature point ● Departs: daily from 08 June to 14 September 2021
● Departure Point: Penguin Island
● Departure Time: 10:15, 12:15
   Departure times are reference only and subject to availability.
   Transfer from/to selected hotels included before departure time.
   Return ferry to Penguin Island included before departure time.

● Ferry Departures
- Depart to Penguin Island hourly: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00.
- Return from Penguin Island hourly: 10:10, 11:10, 12:10, 13:10, 14:10, 15:10 & 16:00.
   Extra ferries are scheduled every 20 minutes or half hour during busy times as required.
Address 153 Arcadia Drive (cnr Penguin Road) Shoalwater WA 6169
How to get there Complimentary transfer from/to selected hotels included. Please indicate the name of your hotel at the point of booking - the most convenient pick-up location and time will be advised in your booking confirmation.
Operating hours
Reservations when Penguin Island is open 08:30 - 16:30
Reservations when Penguin Island is closed & winter off season 09:00 - 15:00
Christmas Day (25 December) Closed
Penguin Island (8 June to 14 September) Closed
Reconfirmation requirements Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, departure location and time, and boarding time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming.
Check-in requirements Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the pick-up time at your booked pick up location. There might be 5-10 minutes delay depends on the traffic on the day. If you think the pick is late or you are not being picked up, please call The Service Provider and quote your confirmation number to double check.
What to bring/wear ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Comfortable shoes
● Light jacket / sweater for windy or cool days
● Camera
● Money / credit card for optional purchases

2 Overview

Winter time is penguin nesting season! This is a critical time for the little penguins as they spend more time ashore to find a mate, lay some eggs and raise the chicks. To ensure minimal disturbance during this time, WA's Parks & Wildlife Services closes Penguin Island to the general public but have allowed Perth Wildlife Encounters to conduct strictly managed guided walks as part of our winter cruise program.

Penguin Island Wildlife Cruise Winter Tour Depart from Perth

 

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 the friendly crew will get you right amongst the action!

 

The cruise disembarks on Penguin Island for a guided 30 minute walk that takes in the spectacular beaches, coastal look outs and nesting sea birds of this stunning island nature reserve.

 

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 the 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
  • Taking in spectacular coastal views, nesting sea birds and hearing about the latest little penguin research on a 30 minute guided walk of Penguin Island

 

Departure Times:

  • 10.15 from Shoalwater
  • 12.15 from Shoalwater
  • Extra departures can be scheduled on busy days if required

 

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 14 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 13 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

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