Penguin Island Boardwalk & Walk Trail


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Get directionsPenguin Experience Island Discovery Centre, near Rockingham, 50kms (45 min) south of Perth
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Learn moreAbout Penguin Island Boardwalk & Walk Trail
It 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.
Rockingham Visitor Centre
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Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
Up to 1 hour
Length
1.5km loop
What To Pack
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities) required.
What To Pack
Group A (Urban trails or short trails near facilities)
- Full large water bottle per person.
- Sun hat or bike helmet (compulsory in WA).
- Sunglasses, sunscreen (30+) and insect repellant.
- Clothes to suit the activity and potential weather conditions (See suggestions below).
- Binoculars and camera (optional).
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Take a picnic lunch with you and a jumperTrail Start
Penguin Experience Island Discovery Centre, near Rockingham, 50kms (45 min) south of Perth
Trail End
Bush Walk
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.
Hazards & Warnings
Overhangs, caves and cliffs are prone to collapse. For your safety keep on the walk trails and beaches.Facilities
Wheelchair and pram access limited to boardwalk and northern lookout. There are no kiosk or restaurant facilities on the island.- Access without assistance for the Disabled
- Interpretive Centre
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Water Access Points
Best time of year
Mid September to early June.
Fees
Ferry to Penguin Island
Trail Access
Road or bus to Rockingham. Ferry from Mersey point to Penguin Island departs hourly between 9:00am and 1:00pm
Prohibited Items
No pets

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