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Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour
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Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour

By Perth Wildlife Encounters
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Get the opportunity to observe and mingle with Australia's native dolphins in their natural habitat on this boat tour from Perth. The tour guides know the best spots in Rockingham to find pods of dolphins that are used to the presence of humans and teach you safe and respectful ways to swim in the water alongside them.
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Ages 7-99, max of 36 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Tour led by guides who have built rapport with the dolphins over the years
  • Provided wet suit and snorkel gear for a comfortable time in the water
  • Full briefing on how to behave respectfully and safely around the dolphins 
  • Refreshments and light lunch are provided

  • Options- Spectate (non- swimmer), Swimmer and/or Bus. Click check availability for options
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Gourmet platters with Seafood
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Professional guide
  • Complementary photos from your cruise uploaded to Flickr for you to share!
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
  • Not suitable for children under 6 years old

Customize the start of your tour by choosing a meet-up in Perth or Rockingham. Once you arrive in Rockingham, transfer to the custom-built dive boat, featuring a large swim platform for easy access to the water.  The captain and crew know where the dolphins like to hang out; they pilot the boat toward the secluded coves that are safe for swimming and diving alongside the marine mammals. As you travel, get expertly fitted with a mask, fins, snorkel, and wetsuit. After an orientation from the crew on how to safely and responsibly be in the water with the large animals, find a spot and jump in. While swim-with-dolphin opportunities can be found at many beach resorts in Australia, this tour provides a superior experience due to the staff, who have built a rapport with these mammals over the years of swimming expeditions.  Refuel with water, tea, coffee, and a light lunch before returning to your original departure point.

Start:
  • Val Street, Val St, Rockingham WA 6168, Australia
    Free all day parking on Harrison st & Florence st.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5241SWIM

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • A basic level of swimming is required. You don't need to be an expert swimmer and no previous snorkeling experience is necessary
    • Please bring swimsuit, towel, a change of clothes, sunscreen, hat and a warm jacket
    • Minimum age is 7 years
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5241SWIM

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    • Val St, Rockingham WA 6168, Australia
      Free all day parking on Harrison st & Florence st.
    • 1
      Your day begins with a coach transfer from Perth or meet the boat at Val st Jetty, Rockingham (located in front of the Rockingham Cruising Yacht Club). On arrival you'll board the Perth Wildlife Encounters custom-made dolphin swim vessel complete with a large rear platform, making access to the water very easy. After your crew has located a pod, you’ll gear up with wetsuits, masks and snorkels (all equipment is included) and then dive into the fun, as you are quickly surrounded by excited whistles and splashes as the dolphins arrive to play. While many resorts provide opportunities to swim with dolphins, the crew’s rapport with these precocious marine mammals has created one of the best swim-with-dolphins excursions in Australia. Better still, Rockingham is a brief, 40-minute drive from Perth, making it an easy day trip. Following your swim, you’ll be treated to lunch with gourmet Seafood platters.
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      I visited today for the Penguin Island tour with dolphin spotting with my family who live in Australia (I am from the UK). I found the tour to be really interesting and fun. I couldn’t believe just how little I knew about dolphins and penguins. It was beautiful to see the wildlife in its natural habitat. The staff were really good fun and approachable. Thank you for such a great experience!
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    • ChoiJ130
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      Best Experience ever had in WA
      We visited Rockingham from Perth with pickup service. Our driver was Kaitlin. She was also our water scooter driver as well. This tour is super easy. You don't need to swim. You just grab a belt of someone in front of you and dangling under the water. Dolphins seemed really curious about us. I thought at first this may bother them relaxing. But soon, that suspicious mind gone away seeing dolphins having fun with us. I had eye contact with dolphins. I had a chance to cuddle them (of course, I didn't). This means you can see that close. Anyway, I couldn't deny that this tour is affordable, but I can definitely say that it is worth your money every single penny. On the way back to Perth, Kaitlin explained a lot of wild sea animals. Even the sea lion I couldn't meet in Jurien Bay. She speaks very listenerble English for Foreigner whose language level isn't fluent like me. Very thoughtful. Very educational experience. Learned new-old term. Bob's your uncle! 😆haha. Thank you. 😊 가격이 비싸지만 충분히 값어치가 있는 투어였습니다. 다음엔 가족들을 데리고 같이 가고싶어요. 초등생 이상이면 할만할것같네요. 돌고래를 눈앞에서 만날 수 있어요.
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    • Anna H
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      Excellent Experience
      We loved this experience! The guides were knowledgeable, helpful and overall great people. The “laziest” and most fun scooter swim, and the dolphins played with us too. Highly recommend
      Written 17 December 2023
    • LucyTony123
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      Amazing
      Trip was amazing crew were lovely and nice to chat with experience was amazing dolphins came so close would recommend for anyone!
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      An amazing experience with wild dolphins.
      What an amazing experience! Friendly, fun and educational. Staff were excellent and supportive. You can tell that the crew love what they do and have a special bond with the dolphins. I recommend this trip highly and can’t wait to come back with my daughters so they can experience this.
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      Amazing Experience
      Amazing experience! The crew were great, knowledgable and really cared about the passengers experience. Thankyou so much!
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    • Voyager672465
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      EXTRAORDINARY
      Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and safety Conscious! This experience will stick with me for a very long time. I would highly recommend this adventure to anyone.
      Written 5 March 2023
    • ke304
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      3-island tour - a great tour
      What a great tour. Very well organised. Good quality equipment and rashies. We had a lovely guide (Sarah) who was very knowledgeable, as well as entertaining. Her enthusiasm was infectious!! The rest of our crew were also very friendly and professional. A very good operation (and we have done a gazillion yours!!). I’d definitely recommend it!!
      Written 12 February 2023
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      The best adventure ever!!
      I had a blast all day ,the adventure was worth it The Crüe where fantastic very professional and very good service If you come to WA you have to do this and use this guys money we’ll spend I will come again Thank you Wile encounter Rockingham!
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    • Cathryn B
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      Swim with dolphins
      The whole experience was fantastic. Professional crew, I cannot recommend highly enough. Would travel to Australia again just to relive the experience once again!! Thank you.
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    • jennyb908
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      One of the Best Experiences Ever
      Wow- all I can say is - that was one of the best! Great day, great crew, great food and over 30 dolphins swimming around me (and no sharks😂)!! Jess, Jackson and the crew- you rock- thanks for an awesome day!!
      Written 13 December 2022
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    Lucy B
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2020 • Couples
    This trip was FANTASTIC!
    The crew could not do enough for you and we played with around 20 dolphins! Amazing amazing day.
    I would also like to mention that Jack was awesome with a lady on our tour who was super nervous in the water. He went above and beyond to get her in the water and even took her in on her own to help her feel at ease and ensure she had a great experience too.
    I was blown away by the knowledge, passion and experience of the crew (in particular Tess) and had the most amazing day with my husband.
    We also went for a free swim and the crew showed us how to use the aqua scooters and let us have a play before lunch.
    I had done this trip previously about 8 years ago and this time was much better for me as there were less people on board. I cannot recommend enough!
    Written 19 December 2020
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    Hi lucybH9240VK, Thank you so much for your review and recommendation! We are so glad to hear you had such a fabulous day on our swim with wild dolphins tour! It truly is an amazing experience to spend time with these animals in their natural habitat! I will pass on your kind words to our incredible crew, especially Tess and Jack! Merry Christmas and we hope to see you again soon! Kind Regards, Gabby Perth Wildlife Encounters
    Written 20 December 2020
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    Verity
    25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2021 • Solo
    The whole experience was fantastic! The crew of the boat were great- they explained everything well, got us fitted with wetsuits and found pods of dolphins for us to swim with. The experience of holding on to each other’s belt whilst being towed by the leader on a aquafin, so we didn’t disturb the dolphins was great amd we got to see so many dolphins up so close! Then going for a fast ride whilst the dolphins enjoyed surfing the wake was fabulous. Followed by a time to swim in the clear shallow waters off the Rockingham beach- a brilliant day trip- thanks guys!
    Written 31 October 2021
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    Hello VerityC1717, Thanks for the review it seems like you guys had a great day out with the crew and the wild dolphins. Always such a lucky special day out on the swim boat! I'll pass these words onto the crew. We hope to see you again soon, Perth Wildlife Encounters.
    Written 14 November 2021
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    e-rman
    Edithvale, Australia4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2022
    Everything since boarding the boat to settling in and snorkelling to time to return was planned and an absolute breeze. I attended with my partner and we were welcomed with big smiles, the boat is super organised, you get your own crate to place your belongings, the boat is covered with wind protectors whilst you're sitting so no getting cold when moving between different points whilst you're wet. You just need to wait for the crew to spot the wild dolphins and in the meantime enjoy the ride. And once you're in the water you're in their hands: all you have to do is float on the water and look around for the dolphins swimming around you - snorkelling was never easier than that! The crew go above and beyond to ensure everybody get's to see the dolphins in the water and care was taken to swap people around for a fair experience. At the end of the day meals were called out by name. So no lining up to get your lunch or missing out on what you ordered. Their gear was perfectly operational and in tip top condition. Well worth the money as I find it really hard to think of the whole experience to be planned any better.

    One thing to be noteful of is that the meeting point is not at their shop on Arcadia Drive, you need to go to Val Street, Rockingham where the boat is. This information is on the confirmation email you'll get but like us, it's pretty easy to miss.
    Written 26 April 2022
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    Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience! We're so happy to hear that you had an epic time with the beautiful dolphins that we all love. It truly is an amazing experience to spend time with these animals in their natural habitat - wild and free. I will definitely pass your kind comments onto the crew. We hope to see you again soon, Perth Wildlife Encounters.
    Written 17 May 2022
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    Sarah O
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2022 • Family
    Easily the best part was getting in the water and having the dolphins swim around us. Our guide, Amy, was great at guiding us to have the best experience we could and checking in to ensure everyone was getting to see the dolphins.
    The rest of the crew were also incredible, with Jess giving a great overview of the history of the company and educating us all about the dolphins we were swimming with.
    We were also given a delicious lunch, which was well needed after spending so much time in the water.
    I would truly recommend this to everyone as it's one of the best experiences I've ever had.
    Written 31 December 2022
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    Hi Sarah, Awesome to hear you had such a great experience on the swim!! I'll pass on compliments to Amy and Jess, and our cafe team as well. Hope we see you again soon!
    Written 4 January 2023
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    Brendon S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Couples
    I just went on this day trip with my girlfriend and it was one of the best experiences I’ve had. Its great how the dolphins are 100% wild and how the crew has built up their own personal attachment with the dolphins without feeding them or anything, just being an all social encounter.

    The crew are great people, you never felt unsafe and they were willing to help you out all day to make the trip as best as possible for you. Tea and coffee provided there and a nice lunch also.

    It was amazing how close they came up to you when you’re in the water and a great sight to see how they interact with eachother and your group on board!
    Written 19 September 2021
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    Hi brendons581, Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience! We're so happy to hear that you had an epic time with the beautiful dolphins that we all love. It truly is an amazing experience to spend time with these animals in their natural habitat - wild and free. I will definitely pass your kind comments onto the crew for that day! We hope to see you again soon, Perth Wildlife Encounters.
    Written 24 September 2021
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    Chan E
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023 • Family
    This trip was one of the most amazing water-related tours I have ever been on! My daughter enjoyed it greatly and we were fortunate enough to see many dolphins. The members of staff were incredibly friendly and the lunch platter was excellent. Would 100% recommend for mild thrill-seekers and animal/marine life enjoyers. Even kids brave enough should totally go!
    Written 14 April 2023
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    HI 277chane, Thankyou for taking the time to write a lovely review. We are glad your daughter and yourself had an amazing time Swimming with Wild Dolphins. It truly is an amazing experience! Regards, Sam Perth Wildlife Encounters
    Written 19 April 2023
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    laurence_baillie
    Mount Barker, Australia159 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2023 • Friends
    We booked the return ferry ride to Penguin island and the Sea Lions, Dolphins experience. Amazing value for money. It’s an easy train ride from Perth and a short bus or Uber drive to the visitor centre. Everything was so organised and the staff was over the top friendly and helpful and informative. I loved the fact the whole animal interaction was totally holistic with the dolphins not being enticed in any way to meet us and the skipper respecting their space which means they 100% were comfy with us and 100% wanted to meet us on their terms. Sustainable tourism at its best. Loved meeting so close the Little Penguins who cannot be released in the wild. Loved the experience and we saw Australian Sea Lions competing on the beach and even swimming along with Osprey. Great commentary from Josh and great skipping from Garry. Awesome experience and amazing value for money. And don’t forget the Little Penguins experience which in itself is worth the trip. We need to protect them and raise awareness
    Written 7 January 2023
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    What a fantastic review, thank you very much Laurence_bailie for your great words. We have passed this onto Josh and Gary. We're glad you enjoyed your 100% wild and free interactions along with the penguin feeding show, sounds like you got to see and learn all that the marine park has to offer! Thanks again and hope to see you again.
    Written 7 January 2023
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    Kate P
    Geelong, Australia150 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This boat trip to swim with dolphins was amazing. Highly recommend. It was very organised and run by incredibly enthusiastic young people who were very passionate about their work. we were handed our snorkels when we boarded, then safely brief. We were sized up for wetsuits. I have never worn one and did wonder how I would fit into one. They were a game changer for snorkelling, with the floatation aspect. We signed a waiver headed out. Didn’t take long to sight dolphins and we were allocated in teams and rotated in and out of the water. Our team leader had a hand held under water scooter. This allowed us to move hanging onto each persons belt in a chain motion. So so much fun. We then stopped for lunch and it was lovely and plenty of food. we loved this activity and highly recommend. Credit to the staff who helped everyone. They were so motivated and fun.
    Written 26 January 2023
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    Thank you for your awesome review. We appreciate the detail and mention of our organised and passionate crew. You make it sounds so easy, what a great time you must of had. We hope to see you again in the future!
    Written 27 January 2023
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    Sam S
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022 • Couples
    A bucket list item for anyone visiting Perth! Jack, Jackson & the crew were all super friendly, knowledgeable and accomodating. Our day on the water was incredible and Perth Wildlife Encounters completely exceeded our expectations!

    We were able to get up close and personal with a pod of around 8 dolphins, including two calves and we finished our tour with a free swim and a great lunch onboard! For anyone booking this tour, just remember that the weather, water visibility and the location of these wild dolphins can all play a part in how your day will turn out! A safe, memorable and incredible day on the water!

    Ps. My new goal in life is to find a job that makes me as a happy as our snorkelling guide Sam!

    Pps. The crew have never seen a shark in the water! The Dolphins know all the safe places to hang out. Plus, the crew all wear shark shields that will deter any sharks from coming within the snorkelling area! (Just in case)
    Written 5 November 2022
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    HI A2057VLsams, Thankyou for your 5 star review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the day swimming with Wild Dolphins. Its definitely an unforgettable bucket list experience. We will happily pass on your message to the crew. All the best in finding a job that makes your incredibly happy. Regards, Sam Perth Wildlife Encounters
    Written 29 November 2022
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    Simona C
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Couples
    We had a wonderful experience wirh the dolphin swimming tour in Rockingham. It was all so well organised, good food on board and the most important: the best crew; you could really feel that they love their job and the dolphins and that they know so much about them. The dolphin swimming was great, as you could just hang on the person in front of you, relax and watch them from very close.

    We can recommend this tour very much and want to thank the team so much for an unforgettable day. Cheers, Simona
    Written 20 March 2023
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    Hi Simona, thank you for your recommendation, review and awesome words about our crew. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your wild dolphin experience this much! Thanks again!
    Written 1 April 2023
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