Dolphin Watch Eco Adventures

Join us on a 2 hour eco adventure through the ruggedly  spectacular Shoalwater Islands Marine Park in search of  wild dolphins. We have been visiting the local dolphins since 1989 and offer visitors an intimate look into the everyday lives and natural behaviours of these fascinating creatures. We boast a better than 99% success rate and if you are amongst the unlucky 1% who don’t see any dolphins during our cruise we will offer you the chance to come again free of charge*.

Our boat ‘100% Wild’ is ideal for dolphin viewing and brings a real element of adventure to the cruise. It’s a 12.5 metre rigid hull inflatable boat (known amongst boaties as a RHIB). RHIB’s are high performance vessels that are best described as the ‘four wheel drives of the sea’. They are used by organizations such as the Navy, Water Police & Sea Rescue because they’re designed for speed, safety, comfort and to go where other boats can’t!

‘100% Wild’ was designed especially for ecotourism. It provides a superior experience to a conventional boat because you’re closer to the water and there are no barriers separating you from the environment. Covered open air, theatre style seating puts you right in the adventure- seeing the wildlife up close, feeling every thrill and experiencing the beauty of the marine park first hand.

You will be in the safe hands of our experienced skippers and guides who have an extensive knowledge of the marine park and it’s wildlife-  they’re dolphin enthusiasts and will ensure your experience is fun, informative and 100% Wild (we even have an underwater microphone to listen in to the fascinating clicks and whistles of their communication). Other local wildlife that may be sighted includes sea lions, sting rays, ospreys, little penguins and over 16 species of sea birds that regularly make special guest star appearances.

Our Dolphin Watch tours cruise past Penguin Island before returning to base- packages are available to visit Penguin Island after your cruise. See the table below for details.

*Please see our cancellations and conditions policy regarding our offer to rebook in the event of not sighting dolphins.

Departs
Mid September - until the Labour Day long weekend in June.
Closed the rest of June, July and August for winter and December 25th. 
Meet at our base at 8.30am.
Perth CBD departures from the Wellington St Tourist Coach Stand depart 7.45am.
Perth CBD hotel pick ups between 7.15am- 7.45am.
Burswood hotel pick ups at 7.15am.

Returns
Self Drive
Dolphin Watch returns to mainland approx. 11am.
Dolphins & Penguins/ Dolphins, Penguins & Sea Lions- your ticket includes unlimited ferry transfers for the day so you can return to the mainland at your leisure.
Ferries depart 10 minutes past the hour 10am- 3pm.
The last return ferry of the day departs Penguin Island at 4pm sharp.

Coach Transfers
Coach departs for Perth at approx. 3.30pm. Passengers must return on the 3.10pm ferry. Coach arrives in Perth approx. 4.15pm.
Dolphin Watch passengers are returned to the mainland at approx. 11am can wait for the return coach departing at 3.30pm or make their own way back to Perth via public transport. There are beautiful beaches, Pengo’s Café and our ocean themed gift and souvenir store to enjoy on the mainland while waiting for the return coach.

Is This Tour Suitable For Me?
Our Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventures are fun, safe and recommended for people of all ages- the kids will love it! There are some conditions regarding children 4 years or younger, please call us to discuss.

For more information click on Frequently Asked Questions

Bookings are Essential
Seats are limited so to avoid disappointment you must book ahead. 
Phone (+618) 9591 1333

How to get Here 
Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventures depart from Rockingham Wild Encounters base at 153 Arcadia Drive (corner of Penguin Road), Shoalwater.

For directions please see the links below..
Catching our Coach from Perth
Self Drive and Public Transport