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 place
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!

The cruise concludes on Penguin Island allowing for a 30 minutes for your
guided wildlife walk of Penguin Island, providing exclusive insight into the
local penguins, the spectacular landscapes and the natural history of the
island and if you have more time then you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling,
exploring the nature trails or just relax and enjoy the beautiful nature
reserve. Before returning on the ferry at your own leisure.

Please Note which ever Dolphin, Sea Lion & Penguin Island Cruise

you select will follow the below schedule:

• 9:15am Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise (from Shoalwater Mainland) > 10:30am Guided Wildlife Walk on Penguin Island
• 11:15am Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise (from Penguin Island) > 12:30pm Guided Wildlife Walk on Penguin Island
• 1:15pm Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise (from Penguin Island > 2:30pm Guided Wildlife Walk on Penguin Island

You may select any preferred Ferry transfer to Penguin Island beforehand as
long as it is booked before your Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise
departure time. Return ferries are every 15-minutes past the hour and do not
need to be booked in!

Inclusions:

• 60-minute cruise around the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park
• Return ferry transfers to and from Penguin Island
• 30 minute guided wildlife walk of Penguin Island, providing exclusive insight into the local penguins, the spectacular landscapes and the natural history of the island
• Complementary photos from your cruise uploaded to Flickr for you to share!

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)
• Explore 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

  
  

• Please note all pricing includes a 7% Marine Park Levy.

  
  

Departure Times:

• 9:15am from the Mainland (Mersey Point Jetty, Shoalwater)

  
  

• 11:15am from Penguin Island Jetty

  
  

• 1:15pm from Penguin Island Jetty

  
  

• Extra departures can be scheduled on busy days if required

  
  

Other Information: Our crew will ensure visitors receive the best wildlife
viewing opportunities on your cruise. We ask you to please respect the
Shoalwater Island Marine Park. We are entering a natural habitat therefore
animals sightings are not guaranteed as we do not feed or train them.

**Online bookings close 2 hours before departure; you may book over the
counter (subject to availability). **

**Disclaimer:

1. Penguin Island will be closed on days for forecasted 35 degrees and
over for the Little Penguins Moulting season, as per The Department of

Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au/Pages/McGowan/2022/08/Immediate-action-
taken-to-protect-Rockinghams-little-penguins.aspx