Your adventure begins with a quick 5 minute ferry transfer to Penguin Island then board our for a leisurely 45 minute cruise through Shoalwater Bay’s wildlife sanctuary zone. 

**Disclaimer: Penguin Island will be closed on days that are greater than 35 degrees, 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

Highlights

• Seeing rare Australian sea lions on the beach at Seal Island
• Taking in the ruggedly spectacular islands and crystal clear waters
• Viewing nesting pelicans, cormorants, ospreys and other sea birds
• Drifting over limestone reefs and seagrass meadows
• Lots of free time to swim, explore and see the penguin feeding at Penguin Island
• Exploring the nature trails & look outs to take in spectacular views of the marine park
• Enjoying a picnic under the trees overlooking a safe swimming beach ideal for young children

 Includes

• Ferry transfers
• 45 minute cruise with guided commentary
• Penguin feeding at 10.30am, 12.30pm or 2.30pm
• Free time to swim, snorkel (bring your own equipment), picnic and explore the island              

 Costs 

Adults $42, Concession (seniors & students) $38, Children (3- 12 yrs) $33, Infants* (under 3yrs) $0

*Please note infants are free of charge however must be booked on your ticket as they are still counted as a passenger onboard. Failure
to do so may result in you missing your ferry as there may not be enough
allocated seating.

Departure Times & Bookings

Cruises operate daily at 10.15am, 11.15am & 1.15pm (September 15 to early June). Please find booking details for each departure below:

10:15am- This tour departs from the mainland. Although a ferry is not required there is currently a glitch in the system that will require you to book a ferry transfer on the next page, please select 10am, reservations will amend this internally and email you to re-confirm. 

11.15am- This tour departs from Penguin Island therefore you will need to allow time to catch either the 9am, 10am or 11am ferry prior (this is included in your ticket). Please select your preferred ferry transfer time on the next page once you click ‘Book Now’.

1.15pm- This tour departs from Penguin Island therefore you will need to allow time to catch either the 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm or 1pm ferry prior (this is included in your ticket). Please select your preferred ferry transfer time on the next page once you click ‘Book Now’.

PLEASE NOTE FOR ALL DEPARTURES – 

Please note boarding is 10 minutes prior to departure therefore we ask you to check in inside our gift shop no later than 30 minutes prior to your ferry. Your tour will drop you onto Penguin Island after the 45 minute cruise. Returning ferries are scheduled at 10 minutes past each hour with the last ferry returning at 4pm sharp, extra returning ferries are scheduled as required on busy days. We do not take pre-bookings for return ferries, simply line up on the jetty on the day prior to any of these times.

Additional cruises may be scheduled on busy days. To check what times can be purchased, select your desired date on the booking form and then

press the drop down arrow under 'Choose a Time'.

Online bookings close 1 hour before departure, if you have not made a booking and wish to join today's departure please contact reservations on 08 9591 1333 as there may still be seats available.  

If you have a group of 10 or more, please use our Groups Enquiry Form and our friendly reservations team will respond with a proposed itinerary and quote within 48 hours.