Penguin Island Ferry & Cruise Options

Penguin Island Day Tour Perth Western Australia - Book on line

Catch the ferry, take a glass bottom boat cruise or explore more of the park onboard the eco- adventure boat! Cruises operate September 15 through till the first long weekend in June. Closed December 25th for Christmas & the winter penguin breeding season.

Penguin Island Ferry

A 5 minute ferry ride is all it takes to meet the world's smallest penguins! Your ticket includes entry to the Discovery Centre to see these normally secretive and rarely seen creatures up close. Spend your day exploring spectacular bays & beaches perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Go fishing, surfing, enjoy a picnic or just soak up the relaxed island atmosphere of this A class nature reserve.

Includes

Includes
  • Unlimited return ferry transfers for the day
  • Entry to penguin feeding at the Discovery Centre
Departs
  • Hourly between 9.00am and 3.00pm
Return
  • At your leisure, 10 minutes past the hour 10.00am and 3.00pm. Last ferry of the day is 4pm.
Tickets
  • Purchase from our base on the day.
  • See table below for current prices.
  • Groups of 10 or more can book ahead

Penguin & Sea Lion Cruise (Glass Bottom Boat Cruise)

Enjoy a 45 minute glass bottom boat cruise through the wildlife sanctuary zone of the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. Get up close to the rugged natural beauty of these spectacular islands and learn about the local wildlife from our friendly skippers. The highlight is visiting Seal Island to watch rare Sea Lions at play before concluding on Penguin Island to see the penguin feeding at the Discovery Centre. Includes * Unlimited return ferry transfers for the day * Entry to penguin feeding at the Discovery Centre

Includes
  • Unlimited return ferry transfers for the day
  • Entry to penguin feeding at the Discovery Centre
  • 45 minute glass bottom boat cruise
Departs
  • 10.15am, 11.15am & 1.15pm from Penguin Island.
  • Please allow enough time to purchase tickets and catch your ferry transfer prior to your departure- weekends and public holidays allow approx. 30 minutes.
Return
  • At your leisure: 10 minutes past the hour 10.00am and 3.00pm. Last ferry of the day is 4pm sharp.
Tickets
  • Purchase from our base on the day.
  • See table below for current prices
  • Groups of 10 or more can book ahead

3. Dolphin Watch (Eco- Adventure Boat)

Start your visit to Penguin Island with a 2 hour adventure style cruise through the more remote parts of the marine park in search of Rockingham’s famous wild dolphins.  With over 21 years of trust and friendship, we offer visitors a unique insight into the daily lives of these fascinating creatures. Other wildlife you may see includes Australian Sea Lions, Stingrays, Ospreys & Pelicans. Your cruise concludes on Penguin Island so spend the rest of your day enjoying the spectacular bays, beaches & wildlife of this A class nature reserve.



For more information on the Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventure package options click here.
Seats are limited and bookings are essential. 

 

Adults

Conc.*

Child
(3-12
years old)

Penguin Express (Ferry Transfers Only)

including:
  • Unlimited ferry transfers to Penguin Island for the day

$12.00

$12.00

$12.00

Penguin Express + Discovery Centre

including:
  • Unlimited ferry transfers to Penguin Island for the day
  • Penguin feeding at Discovery Centre

$17.50

$16.50

$14.50

Penguin & Sea Lion Cruise

including:
  • Unlimited ferry transfers to Penguin Island for the day
  • Penguin feeding at Discovery Centre
  • 45 minute glass bottom boat cruise
$34.50 $31.00 $25.50
Dolphins Watch **
(Bookings essential)

including:
  • 2 hour Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventure
$65.00 $60.00 $50.00
Dolphins & Penguins**
(Bookings essential)

including:
  • 2 hour Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventure
  • Unlimited ferry transfers to Penguin Island for the day
  • Penguin feeding at Discovery Centre
$82.50 $76.50 $64.50
Dolphins, Penguins & Sea Lions**
(Bookings essential)

including:
  • 2 hour Dolphin Watch Eco- Adventure
  • Unlimited ferry transfers to Penguin Island for the day
  • Penguin feeding at Discovery Centre
  • 45 minute glass bottom boat cruise
  • Picnic lunch pack from Pengos Cafe
$107.50 $99 $83.50

* Concession applies to pensioners, students, the disabled and health care card holders. Please understand appropriate ID must be presented on purchasing your tickets.

** Prices shown for the Dolphins & Penguins and Dolphins, Penguins & Sea Lions are ex Rockingham. Coach transfers from Perth CBD and hotels are available at an extra cost.

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