Where to Go: the 6 Best Perth Dolphin Watching Tours

1.Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 669 reviews · from $214Our pick

Meet at Rockingham’s Val Street Jetty or add a Perth coach transfer for this six-hour dolphin swim. A custom boat, wetsuits, masks, snorkels, lunch, hot drinks, guide, and complimentary photos are included. You need basic swimming ability, and the dolphins remain wild, so sightings and water time can vary.

“The Dolphin Tour proved to be an incredible experience, the staff members were exceptionally friendly and helpful! ❤️ I attended as a spectator, but I found the spectator ticket price to be somewhat high compared to that for swimmers. The food was mediocre, with everything served cold—although, given the boat setting, my expectations were not too high. Despite these points, the overall experience was positive, and I would highly recommend it if you're seeking an opportunity to interact with wild dolphins.”

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2.Swim with Wild Dolphins Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 326 reviews · 6 hours · from $211

Meet at Rockingham’s Cruising Yacht Club Jetty for a six-hour wildlife trip with Perth Wildlife Encounters. Cruise sheltered bays and islands, learn basic snorkeling, and enter the water with wild dolphins when conditions allow. Guides such as Jacko, Lana, Niamh, and Jackson help swimmers of different abilities. Wetsuits, gear, photos, and a generous cold lunch are included.

“Such a magical experience and the staff were super friendly and helpful”

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3.Rockingham: Shoalwater Islands, Dolphins, and Sea Lions Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 288 reviews · 1 hour · from $42Best value

Join Perth Wildlife Encounters for a 60-minute English-guided cruise through Shoalwater Islands Marine Park. You may see dolphins near the boat, Australian sea lions on Seal Island, nesting pelicans, cormorants, ospreys, and other birds. The trip includes complimentary photos, commentary, and wheelchair access.

“Great overall experience & knowledge of the trip. Would recommend”

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4.Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 141 reviews · from $43

From Shoalwater, cruise the marine park for about an hour with a crew who point out dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, birds of prey and rugged island views. Garry and Sammy have received praise for their wildlife guiding on some departures. Penguin sightings and island access are not guaranteed, and the daytime penguin feeding show may not operate.

“The experience is worth every cent! The enthusiasm of the skipper and the young female guide was infectious. Both did a wonderful job.”

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5.4-Day Monkey Mia Dolphins Pink Lake Pinnacles Comfort-Level Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews Top rated

Travel from Perth in a small air-conditioned mini-coach with an expert road crew. See Monkey Mia dolphins, Hutt Lagoon, Kalbarri Gorge, Shell Beach, and the Pinnacles. Stay three nights in ensuite rooms, enjoy three breakfasts, and choose an optional Monkey Mia cruise or Kalbarri abseil.

“Everything was amazing but Monkey MIA, Murchison Gorge and the Pinnacles were the standouts. The driver, Gus was great, knowledgeable and cheery and the small group we travelled with were good companions”

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6.Dolphin, Sealion & Wildlife Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · from $53

Cruise the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park by glass-bottom boat with an English-speaking skipper. Look for wild dolphins, Australian sea lions, pelicans, cormorants, and birds of prey around Penguin, Seal, and Bird Islands. After the 1-hour cruise, redeem lunch at Pengo's Cafe, with a choice of burgers or fish and chips.

“The guide was safety conscious - didn’t let us board while the waters were rough. He was friendly and knowledgeable.”

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