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
122 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible experience kayaking to Seal and Penguin Islands!
Amy B,
May 17, 2025
- 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.
We had a great time on...
CHARLES T,
Mar 25, 2025
- 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!
Highly recommend!
Rachel W,
Jan 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Awesome experience! Tour guide, Ryan, was excellent, very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend!
Enjoyable activity.
Julie B,
Apr 12, 2024
- Viator
4.00A very enjoyable day. Jimmy our guide was great. Would have enjoyed spending a little more time watching the seals even though they weren't doing much.
Good day, don’t expect to much from animals 😉
Laura E,
Apr 10, 2024
- Viator
3.00Sadly we didn’t spend much time to see the sea lions. The tour guide was very helpful and friendly, but when I compare the kayak tour with others I have done, it was not as good. It is a very sustainable activity, this is what I like.
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