Dolphin Watching

- Bunbury -

Dolphin Discovery Centre Bunbury 3

Looking for incredible and inspiring things to do in Bunbury? Bunbury has long been esteemed for its Dolphin research, since 1989, and you can help on this amazing educational Dolphin Watching experience. Discover these majestic and intelligent creatures up close, all while contributing to their ongoing research, learning how and helping to ID the individuals in the Bay.

Clear your day and explore their Dolphin Discovery Centre. There’s a cafe, gift shop, aquariums and a fascinating educational experience into Bunbury’s natural environment and history. So if you are looking for a unique experience that supports important conservation efforts, be sure to check out this award-winning attraction and book today!

Location

BUNBURY, WA

Seasonality

YEAR ROUND

Duration

1.5 HOURS

Minimum Age

NONE

Food & Drink

CAFE ON RETURN

Wheelchair

NOT ACCESSIBLE

PRICING
Adult Rates 15 years+
Child Rates 4 – 14 years
Infants 0 – 3 years

Dolphin sighting guaranteed or return for free – If you don’t see dolphins from the boat, you will be provided with the option to return FOC. This is not transferable, is subject to availability and must take place within 12 months of your original tour date.

Please be aware that the crew reserves the right to prohibit anyone from participating if they deem it unsafe. If any of the below is not found out until on the day, you may not be permitted to join the tour and you may not receive a refund.

  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied at all times, whether in-water or on-board.
  • If you are pregnant, you are able to join this tour but at your own risk.
  • If you are unable to walk on-board or are wheelchair bound, unfortunately, you are unable to join this tour. Access to the vessel is via the beach and then a step up onto the vessel. Due to Health and Safety – Wheelchairs can be placed on board but not wheeled on, and staff aren’t allowed to lift passengers on board.

This tour operates out of Bunbury, WA.

Please check-in with the team promptly at the time specified in your booking, at address: Lot 556 Koombana Dr, Bunbury, Western Australia, 6230

Customers are NOT contacted UNLESS the trip is cancelled, or the time and/or location of their transfer service is changed. If you don’t hear from us, please meet at the time and location stated in your booking details. 

You will receive a confirmation email upon purchasing this tour which will provide you with all of the relevant information, e.g. CONTACT NUMBERS,  ADDRESS ETC.

Water bottle, sunscreen (reef safe, please), warm clothing/ windproof jacket, and polarised sunglasses are recommended for best viewing through the surface of the water.

Medication: (If you require to take medication throughout the duration of this tour, please remember to bring this with you. If you deem it necessary, please inform a member of staff, on board your vessel, where within your belongings this can be found).

Seasickness Medication – You may experience seasickness out on the open ocean. We suggest that you should speak with your pharmacist in advance of your trip, to seek their advice on seasickness medication. We will not reschedule bookings or issue refunds for those suffering from seasickness.

This tour operator runs two vessels identical in looks and specs, “Defiant” and “Observer“, both have flat bottoms, providing an excellent platform for viewing Dolphins and allowing you to get close to the edge where the action is. Children can move around freely and there is ample cushioned and covered seating. Toilets onboard.

On Board: Maximum of 28.

Cancellations/changes to your booking must be made in writing directly to Salty Swims – Please contact Salty Swims  via email (info@saltyswims.com.au), or Facebook (via the chat icon linked to this page).

Please be aware that refund policies do not cover travel, accommodation or any other associated costs. We recommend you take out travel insurance to cover unforeseeable cancellations.

What if the tour provider cancels?
In the event of poor sea conditions, minimum numbers not being reached or for any other reason, the tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If your trip cannot be rescheduled to your satisfaction, you will receive a full refund.

If you wish to cancel?
If you wish to cancel your booking MORE THAN 24 hours from your departure, you will receive a full refund.

If you wish to cancel your booking LESS THAN 24 hours from your departure, you will not receive a refund.

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