Swim With Wild Dolphins in Rockingham
Swim with Wild Dolphins (meet the boat in Rockingham)
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Your adventure begins with cruising Rockingham’s sheltered bays and islands in
search of any of over 200 local dolphins that your crew have come to know as
friends. Before long, sleek, silvery grey dorsal fins start breaking the
surface of the water within meters of the back of the boat and it's time to
zip your wetsuit up, put your mask and snorkel on and get ready to take the
plunge! Our friendly guides will get you seated comfortably, ready to go, on
the swim deck. They'll be joining you in the water to ensure you make the most
of your wild dolphin encounter. Once the boat is in the right position, the
skipper gives the command that everyone's been waiting for- Go!
Suddenly, you are surrounded by flashing grey torpedoes and the water is
filled with whistles, splashes and laughter — both human and dolphin. They
don’t do tricks and we don’t feed them, we simply spend some time enjoying
each other’s company … it’s a wild encounter!
We are dedicated to ensuring the best experience for both visitors and
dolphins. We ask you to remember that we are working with wild animals. Please
approach each encounter with caution and respect and never assume that we have
control over the dolphins’ appearance or behaviors. The dolphins’ approval of
our friendship is reflected in our better than 99% success rate.
You don’t have to be an expert swimmer to join in and no previous snorkeling
experience is necessary. Our professional and friendly crew conducts
introductory snorkeling lessons and have an excellent track record of helping
nervous or less experienced swimmers through the experience. Just bring a
sense of adventure and be ready for an unforgettable, exhilarating encounter!
Inclusions:
- 3-6 hour cruise on our luxury, custom built boat (toilets and showers onboard)
- Full length wetsuits, mask and snorkel & snorkeling lessons
- Our wild dolphin guarantee! If we do not swim with dolphins on your cruise, you can come again for free. Click here for full details & conditions
- Expert guides riding underwater scooters to get you up close and personal with the dolphins
- Gourmet platters including local fresh Seafood
- Self serve tea, coffee, hot chocolate & fresh water
- Complimentary photos of your cruise uploaded to Flickr for you to share!
Departure Times & Tour Information:
- Meet our boat in Rockingham at 7:50am
- Cruise duration is approximately 3-6 hours depending on dolphin sightings and behaviors
- Subject to weather conditions and minimum passenger numbers
- Not suitable for children under 6 years old
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
To join this tour you must sign our waiver of
liability
prior to your tour departing. A link to Smartwaiver will be sent in your
confirmation email. Please ensure all passengers sign this form (under 18
years must be completed as a minor and signed by a guardian).
For frequently asked questions please click
here or call us on +618 9591 1333.
Additional information
Departure information - ** ** meet our boat at Val St Jetty (in front of
the Cruising Yacht Club) at 7:50am for an 8:00am start, located on the corner
of Val St and the Esplanade. For a location map, visit:
http://www.dolphins.com.au/visitor-info#block-
yui_3_17_2_17_1492573762263_8570
Running late? - If you are running late please call our boat on 0448 958
679. We always do our best to accommodate for late comers but cannot
inconvenience other passengers by holding up the cruise. Please be aware that
no refund will be offered if you miss the cruise.
What to bring - A warm weather proof jacket is a good idea as the sea
breeze can be cool even in the summer months. Comfortable shoes, thongs or
sandals are appropriate footwear. Cameras for your personal use are welcome.
You’re also welcome to bring extra snacks and drinks. There are storage crates
underneath your seats on the boat for keeping all your bags and clothes dry.
Photos of your day – We will take photos and underwater footage of your
day. They will be uploaded onto the below link the day after your tour. They
are yours to save and share.
Flikr Link-https://www.flickr.com/photos/swimwithdolphins/albums
Tour information – Please note that all tours are subject to weather
conditions and minimum passenger numbers. It is important that you leave us
with your best contact number (preferably a mobile that you will be carrying
on the day of your tour). If we need to cancel due to weather or minimum
passenger numbers, we will contact you to see if you can reschedule for
another date. There is no charge to you if we cancel for these reasons.
Waiver of Liability - All passengers are required to sign a Waiver of
Liability before participating in this cruise. Please click the Smartwaiver
link, located under each participants' details to complete before your tour
departure.
For a list of terms and conditions please click
here, for
frequently asked questions please click
here.
Cancelation & Amendments - Cancelations or booking amendments must be
emailed to info@dolphins.com.au 48hrs or more prior to your scheduled
departure time. Perth Wildlife Encounters reserves the right to charge the
following fees:
• Cancellations within 48 hours of cruise departure time or failure to attend
will not be eligible for a refund. Certain individual circumstances mean you
may be eligible for a rebook (a minimum of medical certificate for proof of
illness required for rebooking), however this is at the discretion of our
Operations Manager.
• Amendments to reschedule your booking within 48 hours will not accepted
unless eligible for a rebook as per above.
Location
Provider
Perth Wildlife Encounters (Swim with Wild Dolphins)