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Swim with Wild Dolphins in Bunbury - Summer Season

On this three hour eco cruise from Bunbury, you'll have the opportunity to swim alongside wild dolphins in their native environment. Book your spot here!
Swim with Wild Dolphins in Bunbury - Summer Season

Highlights

  • Swim with wild bottlenose dolphins

  • Enjoy a three hour eco cruise

  • 3-4 hour guided swim tour

  • Available in summer from November to April only

  • Relax in the beautiful waters of Koombana Bay

  • Explore the Discovery Centre at your leisure

Grab your swimsuit and towel as you get ready for an intimate swim with wild dolphins in their natural environment in Koombana Bay near Bunbury with the Dolphin Discovery Centre. Explore and visually immerse yourself in the local marine environment as you learn all about the Bottlenose Dolphins that inhabit the region.

As an Advanced Eco Tourism attraction, the Discovery Centre does not hold captive dolphins on display but rather, you'll be meeting the wild dolphins of Koombana Bay to provide a window into the natural behaviours of the local population. The dolphin swimming tour operates in Summer from November to April with tours departing five days a week at 8am from the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury.

For a magical experience swimming with dolphins in Western Australia, book online here.

More info

Inclusions

  • 3–4 hour guided swim tour with our experienced guide
  • Wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins
  • Buoyancy vest, if required
  • Snack on board
  • Water provided

Highlights

  • Swim with wild bottlenose dolphins
  • Relax in the beautiful water in Koombana Bay
  • Explore the discovery centre to learn more

Time

  • Run everyday during season (weather permitting)
  • Tours start at 8:00am (approximately 30mins preparing for swim)
  • Tours do not run on Christmas Day (25th December)
  • Interaction Zone operated by volunteers through Discovery Centre everyday 8:00am - 4:00pm

Duration

  • Please allow approximately 4 hours for this experience

Departure Location

  • This experience departs from Lot 830 Koombana Drive, Bunbury, WA, 6230

What To Bring

  • Bathers/swim suit
  • Towel
  • Jumper/windcheater (something warm)
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • Don’t forget the camera!
  • Medication (if you require during a 3-hour period)

Additional Information

  • Minimum 8 paying Swimmers
  • Maximum 20 Swimmers
  • Maximum 4 Observers
  • All children swimming must be accompanied by a swimming adult
  • All children observing must be accompanied by an observing adult
  • Contact the tour operator for any dietary requirements
  • Contact the tour operator for any medical condition requirements

Cancellation Policy

On these tours we guarantee you will see dolphins or you are given a refund back to Observer rate. Full refund is available up until the day prior to your tour. Failure to attend are charged 100% of the tour price.

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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