Penguin Experience Island Discovery Centre, near Rockingham, 50kms (45 min) south of Perth
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Learn moreIt features a mud map and other information to help you discover and learn about the plants and animals of the island. Commentaries and feeding of the little penguins in the Discovery Center occurs at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm.Whilst on the island, you can snorkel, surf, swim, windsurf and have a picnic – however, it’s important to stick to the walk trails and demarcated beaches only as the island is a bird sanctuary.
To access Penguin Island, drive or take the train to Rockingham. Rockingham Wild Encounters operate the only ferry that leaves from here for the five minute ferry ride to the island. Phone (08) 9591 1333 or email info@rockinghamwildencounters.com.au.
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Up to 1 hour
1.5km loop
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
Penguin Experience Island Discovery Centre, near Rockingham, 50kms (45 min) south of Perth
Grade 1
No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km.
Mid September to early June.
Ferry to Penguin Island
Road or bus to Rockingham. Ferry from Mersey point to Penguin Island departs hourly between 9:00am and 1:00pm
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