Description
This would have to be the ultimate experience for anyone who has always wanted to swim with wild dolphins. This tour offers visitors the opportunity to swim alongside these beautiful and intelligent mammals within their natural environment.
You do not have to be an expert swimmer or seasoned snorkeler to be able to participate – your friendly and experienced tour guides at Rockingham Dolphins will be on hand to assist you whenever necessary. The guides have your safety in mind at all times and will make sure that you feel comfortable and confident in the water so that you can fully experience the wonder of swimming with dolphins.
As you set off on your adventure, you will cruise the private bays and islands of gorgeous Rockingham. Keep your eyes out for any one of the 180 dolphins who call the area home. Once the dolphins are spotted, it’s time to get in the water with them! The crew will make sure that you’re suited up in your wetsuit, mask and snorkel and you will make your way to the swim deck. Once everyone is ready, the skipper will give the signal for you to enter the water. Hold onto your mask and snorkel as you jump into the refreshingly cold waters - lucky you are wearing a wetsuit!
Marvel at the dolphins as they frolic in the water, splashing and jumping like a group of playful children. These masters of the ocean are always happy to see you, because Rockingham Dolphins have spent the last 20 years gaining their trust. These beautiful creatures will swim right next to you, casting an inquisitive eye over your group and darting around like living grey projectiles. It is so important to remember that you are in the presence of wild animals. This is also one reason that visitors are not allowed to feed the dolphins. Keep in mind that you are a visitor in their world, so please be cautious and respectful of these majestic mammals.
The amount of time that you will spend in the water and in the presence of the dolphin depends entirely on the dolphins’ behaviour, however generally the tour will last between three and six hours. This truly is a memorable and thrilling experience for young and old. You will never forget your time swimming with these wonderful animals!
Trip Includes
- Central Perth transfers
- Boat cruise
- Swimming with wild dolphins (swimmers only)
- Light lunch
- Fresh water, tea & coffee
- Informative commentary
- Wetsuits, mask & snorkel (swimmers only)
Duration
- Allow 6 - 9 hours (3 - 6 hour cruise subject to dolphin sightings & behaviour)
Departures
- Departs 7am (returns between 1pm & 4pm)
- Departs Wellington Street coach stand, central Perth or meet at Val Street Jetty, Rockingham (Rockingham is 50km south of central Perth)
- Operates daily September to May
Other Information
- Recommended for children over 6 years who are confident being in the water
- Remember that we are working with wild animals. Please approach each encounter with caution & respect & never assume that we have control over the dolphins appearance or behaviour
- If you prefer to get picked up from your hotel rather than meet at the Wellington street coach stand then transfers from your central Perth hotel can be arranged for an additional $20 per person
- There is no kiosk onboard the boat so feel free to bring your own snacks
- The tour will last approx 3-6 hours depending on dolphin behaviour. Tours may occasionally run longer & you will need to allow extra time for coach transfers to & from Perth
- You don’t have to be an expert swimmer to participate & the expert guides are fantastic at getting nervous swimmers & first time snorkellers through the experience
- Operates September to May only
- This is a wildlife encounter so unfortunately we cannot guarantee you will see dolphins however we do have a 99% success rate
- If you do not want to swim with the dolphins then you can book on as a spectator, however spectators must be accompanied by another person doing the full paying dolphin swim. If not, you need to book on the Dolphins, Penguins & Sea Lion Adventure cruise listed on our website
- Bring with you a swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, hat, sunscreen, camera & jacket
- Between the 25th December & 15th January spectators (dolphin watch) cannot book as the trips are full with dolphin swimmers
Normal Retail Prices
- Dolphin Swim:
- self drive to Rockingham AUD$205.00
- central Perth pick up AUD$215.00
- return Perth hotel transfers AUD$225.00
- Spectator:
- self drive to Rockingham AUD$95.00
- central Perth pick up AUD$105.00
- return Perth hotel transfers AUD$115.00
Important note: As we get back towards a new normal, most operators have resumed activity in line with all the necessary Covid 19 health & safety procedures set out by respective authorities. However, some are still not operating full schedules and we are working closely with our partners to update the availability as soon as possible. We do ask for, and appreciate, your patience with any modified operations under the circumstances. If you have any questions about an existing booking, or you are looking to discover the best options to travel your own country then please contact us.
All prices shown in AUD$.
Hi Gemma, unfortunately children under the age of 6 years old are not permitted to swim on the Rockingham Wildlife Encounter dolphin swim. Your daughter could still go on the cruise but would need supervision at all times.
Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Belinda) on 1st Apr 14 at 18:50