Penguin and Seal Islands Sea Kayaking Experience
Overview
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6 hours
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Sea kayaking is a unique and intimate way to explore the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park and observe Australian wildlife in and out of the water.
Our guides are qualified, experienced and friendly, and are there to make sure your experience is unforgettable! The focus is on fun and safety, whilst taking in the amazing coastal scenery and wildlife from the best seat in the house: your double kayak.
Take a guided walk to explore Penguin Island and enjoy snorkelling amongst the limestone reef full of marine life. This is a fun filled day out for those of all ages.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 8 years old
Maximum weight limit per persons 115kg - due to kayak design and safety recommendations
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Long sleeve sun shirts and hats
All Fees and Taxes
Lifejackets (PFDs)
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Double sit-inside sea kayaks, with rudder for comfortable cruising
Please bring your own bottle of water
Sunscreen - please bring your own sunscreen
What To Expect
Spend a fun-filled day exploring Penguin and Seal Islands by sea kayak. Get up close and personal with amazing wildlife including Australian sea lions and pelicans, take a guided walk to explore Penguin Island, and enjoy snorkelling amongst the sheltered in-shore reefs (December to March only, when the water is warmest). Paddling a sea kayak is a unique and intimate way to explore Penguin & Seal Islands. Get up close and personal with the sea lions, cruise past colonies of pelicans and take in the rugged beauty of the islands. In between activities, enjoy heathy picnic brunch, freshly prepared by your guide, in the beautiful Penguin Island picnic area. Tours are led by a qualified instructor who will take you on a guided walk and snorkelling (in the warmer summer months, December to March) amongst the shallow reefs close to Penguin Island. It’s a fun-filled day suitable for beginner and advanced paddlers.
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Penguin and Seal Islands Sea Kayaking Experience
Reviews
123 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thanks Jimmy
P8738DR,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time kayaking, will definitely be back. Although the weather wasn’t very nice, we still had lots of fun. Very easy to learn. Thanks Jimmy.
Incredible experience kayaking to Seal and Penguin Islands!
Amy B,
May 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolutely INCREDIBLE experience kayaking to Seal and Penguin Islands - it was the highlight of our trip to Perth! Our guide, Jimmy, was fantastic: as beginner kayakers, he devoted lots of time to instructing us and ensuring we felt comfortable, and was extremely patient with us throughout our trip. As well as being very friendly and fostering a chilled atmosphere for our trip, Jimmy was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much about all the environmental features and wildlife we encountered, pointing out things that we would never have noticed if we weren't on the trip. We were lucky enough to meet several sea lions swimming right up to our kayaks, as well as spotting a plethora of bird species, from pelicans to ospreys. Landing on Penguin Island itself, we refuelled with a fantastic spread of food to build our own wraps, before taking off to explore the island. It's an incredible, untouched habitat, and we learnt about how the island was formed, as well as how the huge, calcified trees we went inside came to be. All in all, we couldn't recommend this trip enough! There is no better way to get up close to the fantastic environment of the islands than by kayak, and even if you are a beginner you will be shown the ropes and helped to feel comfortable.
Incredible experience kayaking to Seal and Penguin Islands!
Amy B,
May 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely INCREDIBLE experience kayaking to Seal and Penguin Islands - it was the highlight of our trip to Perth! Our guide, Jimmy, was fantastic: as beginner kayakers, he devoted lots of time to instructing us and ensuring we felt comfortable, and was extremely patient with us throughout our trip. As well as being very friendly and fostering a chilled atmosphere for our trip, Jimmy was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much about all the environmental features and wildlife we encountered, pointing out things that we would never have noticed if we weren't on the trip. We were lucky enough to meet several sea lions swimming right up to our kayaks, as well as spotting a plethora of bird species, from pelicans to ospreys. Landing on Penguin Island itself, we refuelled with a fantastic spread of food to build our own wraps, before taking off to explore the island. It's an incredible, untouched habitat, and we learnt about how the island was formed, as well as how the huge, calcified trees we went inside came to be. All in all, we couldn't recommend this trip enough! There is no better way to get up close to the fantastic environment of the islands than by kayak, and even if you are a beginner you will be shown the ropes and helped to feel comfortable.
Great experience
Dream56571925958,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very good experience. We had fun. The guide was also friendly and informative. Thank you Capricorn team for memorable day.
Family fun
AmieC 13,
Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a family of 5 we thoroughly enjoyed this tour with Ryan! Whilst we didn’t see penguins we did see a sea lion, we found Ryan to very knowledgeable and enjoyed the combination of kayaking and walking tour. Lunch was fresh and plentiful. Evan “Ryan is sigma”
Good day out
181suzym,
Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun day of kayaking. The islands were interesting if not that beautiful (and definitely smelly!) and Ryan our guide told us lots of interesting facts about the local area. There wasn't a huge amount of kayaking and we managed a walk over Penguin Island and a snorkel as well. The picnic lunch was good. Would definitely recommend. I emailed ahead of time as my son was below the age limit cut off but had kayaked before and they were very helpful.
We had a great time on...
CHARLES T,
Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on penguin island and kayaking even though we didn’t get to see the sea lions and penguins. Jemma was great ! Go team quokka!! Yeah!
First time and loved it!
F4660EPjuliem,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best experience! Kayaking over clear waters and got to see sea lions and a wide variety of birds. We did snorkelling as well. You couldn't wipe the smile off our faces! Our guide was also very skilled and explained well how to safely kayak. He also made us lunch which was enough for second servings. Will do this again.
Summer's day kayak
nigeldH5020EQ,
Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day trip to these beautiful islands. Our guides were friendly and started with a detailed safety brief. They both had a lot of knowledge of local flora such as sea grasses as well as the seals and abundant bird life. We had a good chance to snorkel off Penguin Island and were lucky enough to see an eagle ray. A healthy lunch and walk on Penguin Island was also very enjoyable.
Very good experience
michaelsV7035RH,
Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience, must try. The tourist guy we have experience. We have fun on that day and we can seethe dolphin. this is exercise.
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