Gift Vouchers can be emailed direct to the recipient or to the purchaser if you wish to print it out and present it personally. The recipients can redeem their gift voucher online by entering their voucher code at the checkout or see our Reservations Staff at the Perth Wildlife Encounters Visitor Centre to book in the vouchers.

Gift Summary

A quick 5 minute ferry ride across beautiful Shoalwater Bay is all it takes to meet the world’s smallest penguins on Penguin Island. Allow an hour to see the penguin feeding 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.

Inclusions & Departure Times:

• Ferries depart from Shoalwater hourly from 9.00am to 3.00pm. Please note check in is 30 minutes prior to your ferry departure
• Return ferries depart Penguin Island at 10 minutes past the hour, every hour from 10.10am to 3.10pm with the final ferry departing at 4pm sharp. Return ferries do not need to be booked in advance, simply wait at the jetty for the next available departure
• Extra departures and returns are scheduled every 20 to 30 minutes on busy days if required
• Penguin Feeding Show held by the rangers at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm daily

Highlights: 

• Getting up close to the little penguins at the Discovery Centre
• Swimming and snorkeling the crystal clear waters of Shoalwater Bay
• Exploring the nature trails & boardwalks taking in spectacular views of the Marine Park
• Having a picnic under the trees overlooking a safe swimming beach ideal for young children
• Seeing nesting pelicans & other sea birds up close especially in September & October when the chicks are hatching
• Using the binoculars at the look outs to spot dolphins & whales (September to December)

Pricing: Adults: $35.00, Concession (seniors aged 65+ and students): $30.00, Children (aged 3- 12 years): $25.00, Infants (children under 3 years of age): free of charge and Family Pass (valid for 2 adults & 2 children): $100.00

Please note Gift Vouchers are non refundable or redeemable for cash.

**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