The 4 Best Perth Birdwatching Tours

1.Penguin and Seal Islands Sea Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · from $142Our pick

Paddle from Shoalwater to Seal Island and Penguin Island in a double sea kayak with guides such as Jimmy, Ryan, and Rosie. Expect beginner-friendly instruction, wildlife viewing, a guided island walk, picnic lunch, and seasonal snorkeling from December to March. The six-hour tour begins at 8:00 am and suits ages eight and up.

“Absolutely amazing experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting Perth! Our guide Ryan made the day super fun, was a great laugh and really informative. He took some fab pictures of us kayaking with the sea lions so we didn’t haRead more”

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2.Dolphin, Sea Lion and Penguin Island Cruise

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

Cruise through Shoalwater Islands Marine Park from Shoalwater, watching for dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, birds of prey, and other wildlife. The boat ride lasts about an hour and returns to 153 Arcadia Drive. Penguin Island access and daytime penguin sightings can vary, so confirm current conditions before booking.

“Sadly not the time for penguins but seeing the dolphins, sea lions, ospreys and pelicans was amazing.”

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3.Seal Island and Penguin Island or Point Peron Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $134

Paddle from Perth toward Seal Island and Penguin Island in a double kayak with a guide such as Emily, Lindsay or Simon. You may see Australian sea lions, dolphins, penguins and seabirds, then enjoy lunch, snorkeling, swimming or a walk on the island. Hotel pickup is available from central Perth when selected.

“This was a great experience. Ellie was a lovely tour guide and very professional. We saw one penguin under a boardwalk and a seal decided to swim up and lie on the beach on Penguin Island.”

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4.From Perth: Rockingham Seal & Penguin Islands Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 6 hours · from $140

Paddle a tandem kayak from Shoalwater Bay to Seal Island and Penguin Island with an English-speaking guide. You may see sea lions, dolphins, pelicans, penguins, and other wildlife. Tom, a guide with biology experience, has led some outings. Lunch, snorkel gear, kayaks, and Perth transport are included.

“Belle journée Dommage que les pingouins et les lions de mer ne soient pas venus nous voir Pas de dauphins on pensait qu’on y en aurait d’après le descriptif Mais la guide super Bravo”

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