English
English
Hop on a Mandurah Dolphin Cruise: A wild side trip just south of Perth
4.1/5
(721)
Rochelle
Jun 2025Verified booking
The trip was fabulous- great staff - very knowledgeable. Didn't see many dolphins which was a bit disappointing but looking at all the real estate and surroundings was lovely.
Alan
Jul 2025Verified booking
My family enjoyed the river cruise and watching the dolphins the most. The crew was fantastic and at boarding time we were greeted by the lovely staff.
Enjoy a 1-hour Mandurah cruise with guaranteed dolphin sightings, live commentary & special offers.
- Everything you get: Take a 1-hour cruise, spotting bottlenose dolphins and learning about the region's rich marine ecosystem from local guides. Get access to the engine room, marine controls, captain’s steering wheel & giant binoculars, and exclusive offers.
- Why choose this: Unlike typical marine tours, this cruise offers guaranteed dolphin spotting in their natural habitat. With expert guides onboard, interactive features, and exclusive discounts, the cruise combines wildlife watching, learning, and relaxation in one experience.
Enjoy a 1-hour Mandurah cruise with guaranteed dolphin sightings, live commentary & special offers.
- Everything you get: Take a 1-hour cruise, spotting bottlenose dolphins and learning about the region's rich marine ecosystem from local guides. Get access to the engine room, marine controls, captain’s steering wheel & giant binoculars, and exclusive offers.
- Why choose this: Unlike typical marine tours, this cruise offers guaranteed dolphin spotting in their natural habitat. With expert guides onboard, interactive features, and exclusive discounts, the cruise combines wildlife watching, learning, and relaxation in one experience.
Inclusions
- 1-hour Mandurah cruise
- Dolphin sightings
- Live commentary by local expert
- Friendly, expert crew
- Access to engine room, marine controls, captain’s steering wheel & giant binoculars
- Buy 1 get 1 free churros at San Churros Mandurah
- 10% discount in Mandurah Cruises Gift Store
- 10% loyalty discount for any Mandurah Cruises’ experience
- Tip: Keep an eye out for rare birds such as ospreys and black swans on your cruise.
- This experience is wheelchair and walking frame accessible.
- Your guide dog is welcome on the cruise.
- Please note that guests can purchase lunch, snacks and drinks on the cruise at an additional cost.
- The Dolphin Guarantee ensures that a guest can make a free booking within 12 months of their original tour date if they do not see any dolphins during their visit and if this is confirmed by the crew.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Reviews
How do we collect reviews?
Snapshots from our guests
4.1
721 ratings
463
98
27
41
92
What our guests say
Alan
Jul 2025Verified booking
My family enjoyed the river cruise and watching the dolphins the most. The crew was fantastic and at boarding time we were greeted by the lovely staff.
Michelle
Jul 2025Verified booking
The boat ride was relaxing, unfortunately google maps told me to go to the marina side of the canals, so I missed the boat, thankfully the staff helped me to get on the arvo and then after that there was no dolphins, but I understand that you can't predict where they are
Rochelle
Jun 2025Verified booking
The trip was fabulous- great staff - very knowledgeable. Didn't see many dolphins which was a bit disappointing but looking at all the real estate and surroundings was lovely.
TRUONG
Jul 2025Verified booking
Ellen
Jul 2025Verified booking
Brenda
Jul 2025Verified booking
Atousa
Jul 2025Verified booking
Sophie
Jun 2025Verified booking
DHIRAJ
Jun 2025Verified booking
We haven't seen dolphin as much as we expected
Rosanna
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Alivia
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Judy
Oct 2021Verified booking
What an incredible experience! The views on this cruise are simply amazing and of course, getting to watch the many dolphins swim past was the best part. All of the staff members were very hospitable and friendly. Our tour guide was exceptional and really knew her stuff.
Diego
Oct 2021Verified booking
This was a wonderful experience! The whole tour went smoothly and our tour guide was very friendly and entertaining. Would definitely recommend this tour if you enjoy cruises.
Trent
Sep 2021Verified booking
My family and I really enjoyed our day on this cruise. We got to see local waterways, canals, and wetlands. Watching the dolphins swim past us was an unforgettable sight! We got some great pictures and videos of them! Our tour guide gave us lots of interesting information about the history of the place and its wildlife. Overall, totally worth the experience!
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
Mrs.
Aug 2024Verified booking
Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
A fun pirate cruise with water cannons, kid games & captain photo ops.
- Explore the waterways of Mandurah on this 45-minute cruise.
- Catch sight of Bottlenose Dolphins all through the year.
- Let your little ones enjoy steering the ship, looking through a telescope, and firing water cannons.
- Admire some beautiful homes along the canals and waterways.
- Enjoy listening to pirate stories and jokes during the cruise and take some Insta-worthy photos with the captain.
A fun pirate cruise with water cannons, kid games & captain photo ops.
- Explore the waterways of Mandurah on this 45-minute cruise.
- Catch sight of Bottlenose Dolphins all through the year.
- Let your little ones enjoy steering the ship, looking through a telescope, and firing water cannons.
- Admire some beautiful homes along the canals and waterways.
- Enjoy listening to pirate stories and jokes during the cruise and take some Insta-worthy photos with the captain.
Inclusions
- 45-minute pirate cruise
- Sunscreen
- Entertainment for the kids
Exclusions
- Drinks and snacks
- Pirate costume
- You can cancel these tickets up to 8 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Reviews
How do we collect reviews?
Snapshots from our guests
4.7
32 ratings
23
8
1
0
0
What our guests say
Kerry
Jan 2024Verified booking
Ticketing very easy lots of times to choose from Tour just long enough for younger kids Saw Dolphins really close up Just be on time , the boat leaves on time ! Lovely young pirate on our tour
Yvonne
Feb 2024Verified booking
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The children enjoyed the boat and seeing dolphins made their day. !
Elaine
Apr 2024Verified booking
The pirate ladies were great with the children, they put so much effort and energy into making sure they had a good time, they thoroughly enjoyed it
Melissa
Mar 2024Verified booking
Absolutely Fantastic!! The hosts were in such great cheer, perfect character! Our family had a ball. Will do again and will gladly recommend to others. Pirate Ness was so engaging and funny they both were, we were very grateful. Thank you.
Ruth
Jan 2024Verified booking
Very enjoyable for kids and adults alike for different reasons. Staff interactive with kids and ensured they all enjoyed the experience, for adults a tour of the canals is always pleasurable.
Elizabeth
May 2022Verified booking
We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our trip on the Pirate Ship . I've never seen my 2 grandkids so happy 😊 Clark 5, especially as he genuinely thought he was steering the ship ! & was encouraged by Captain Jack , The 2 captains made us laugh a lot with thier jokes & also getting poppy wet with the cannon as he watched us from the shore . I have recommended this trip to all my Family & Friends.
Julie
Apr 2022Verified booking
We took the grandkids out on the pirate ship yesterday and the both really loved it , they also got to see dolphins right next to the ship which really made there day. They are still talking about the ship ride today. Thank you for making our grandsons day so wonderful.
Kathleen
Apr 2022Verified booking
Grand daughters can't stop talking about the Best Pirate Ship they've been on.🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️ Arrrrrrrrrh!!!
Mick
Jan 2024Verified booking
The kids loved it, it's our 2nd time on the ship. Great value for money and family fun
Petar
Jul 2022Verified booking
Crew was great and amusing , catered for kids and adults
Sanela
Apr 2024Verified booking
Kristy
Mar 2024Verified booking
LESLIE
Feb 2024Verified booking
Ann
Feb 2024Verified booking
Gary
Feb 2024Verified booking
Wendy
Feb 2024Verified booking
Kiri
Feb 2024Verified booking
Amy
Feb 2024Verified booking
Peter
Feb 2024Verified booking
Karen
Jan 2024Verified booking
Anna
Jan 2024Verified booking
Richard
Jan 2024Verified booking
Fahima
Jan 2024Verified booking
Sally
Jan 2024Verified booking
Darryl
Jan 2024Verified booking
- Be the captain of your own eco-friendly boat, cruising through Mandurah's award-winning Ocean Marina and Venetian Canal.
- The boats are designed with a central barbecue and circular picnic table, along with eco-friendly disposable tableware perfect for socializing.
- Set sail without needing a skipper's license or prior experience while vibing to your favorite tunes on the music system.
- Marvel at luxurious waterfront homes, the bustling Indian Ocean, and the vast Peel-Harvey Estuary as you glide past Mandurah's serpentine channels.
- With 2 ticket options catering to groups of 6 and 10, this experience is perfect for a family outing or a small party. Plus you can bring your own food and drinks.
- Be the captain of your own eco-friendly boat, cruising through Mandurah's award-winning Ocean Marina and Venetian Canal.
- The boats are designed with a central barbecue and circular picnic table, along with eco-friendly disposable tableware perfect for socializing.
- Set sail without needing a skipper's license or prior experience while vibing to your favorite tunes on the music system.
- Marvel at luxurious waterfront homes, the bustling Indian Ocean, and the vast Peel-Harvey Estuary as you glide past Mandurah's serpentine channels.
- With 2 ticket options catering to groups of 6 and 10, this experience is perfect for a family outing or a small party. Plus you can bring your own food and drinks.
Inclusions
- 1.5/2-hr BBQ boat private rental (based on option selected)
- Group of 6 or 10 people (based on option selected)
- 20-min safety instruction briefing
- Charcoal barbeque (available at extra cost)
- Bluetooth speaker music system
- Disposable tableware
Exclusions
- Food & beverages
- Tip: Keep your camera handy, the Dolphin Pool inlet offers a unique chance to click pictures of playful dolphins in their natural habitat.
- Facilities: Parking, Space for 50L/70L ice box.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- Note that the following are not allowed: tripod, flash photography.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why go on a Mandurah Dolphin Cruise?
Dolphin sightings are practically guaranteed
No need to cross your fingers, these cruises come with a Dolphin Guarantee. If you don’t spot any dolphins (which is rare), you’ll get a free return trip within 12 months. That’s how confident they are in the local pod that calls Mandurah home.
Expect estuaries, birds, and a wooden Giant
You’ll cruise through Peel-Harvey Estuary, Mandjar Bay, and the tranquil Kwilena Gabi Pool. Bonus? You’ll also get a rare waterside look at Seba’s Song, a towering timber sculpture from the Giants of Mandurah trail which is half art, half adventure.
Short on time? The tours are quick and easy
Clocking in at around 2 hours, these cruises are designed to give you maximum experience in minimum time. So you can meet dolphins, soak in scenic views, and still be back in time for fish and chips by the marina.
A little learning, a lot of fun
There’s a marine biologist onboard most cruises, narrating what you’re seeing (and sometimes hearing). It's engaging without being too scientific. So yes, you’ll leave knowing a bit more about dolphins and maybe even impress your friends at dinner.
Interactive fun for all ages
Some cruises let you peek into the engine room, steer the wheel like the captain, and scan the waters through giant binoculars. Whether you’re seven or seventy, it’s hard not to get a kick out of it.
Discounts that keep giving
You’ll get perks like buy-one-get-one churros at San Churros Mandurah, 10% off at the gift shop, and loyalty discounts on future cruises. So yeah, it’s the kind of ticket that keeps on giving even after you’re back on land.
Your tour options for Mandurah Dolphin Cruise
From Mandurah: Scenic View Dolphin Cruise
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Departure point: Mandurah Cruises Jetty.
What you get
Guaranteed dolphin sightings with commentary from a local expert, along with hands-on access to the engine room, captain’s steering wheel, and giant binoculars. It’s a fun, interactive cruise suited for all ages.
Extras: You’ll enjoy free churros (BOGO offer), gift store discounts, loyalty perks, and the Dolphin Guarantee to back you up.
Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Departure point: Mandurah Cruises Jetty
What you get: Live commentary from a marine biologist, dolphin sightings, and a waterside view of Seba’s Song, the 4th Giant of Mandurah. You’ll cruise past estuaries, pools, and calm backwaters rich in birdlife and natural beauty.
Extras: Get buy-1-get-1-free churros at San Churros, plus 10% off in the gift store and a loyalty discount on your next Mandurah Cruises tour. You’re also covered by the Dolphin Guarantee.
Plan your visit
Timings
Getting there
Accessibility
If you’re booking the Scenic View Dolphin Cruise, you’ll usually get four slots to choose from: 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, and 3pm. It’s flexible, but always double-check your preferred time before booking.
The Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise runs a bit longer, so departures are more limited. It’s typically available on Thursdays and Saturdays, starting around 11:30am or noon.
Both tours begin at the Mandurah Cruises Jetty, right in the heart of Mandurah’s waterfront precinct. It’s a scenic and well-connected departure point with cafes, boardwalks, and parking nearby.
If you’re coming from Perth, Mandurah is just about an hour’s drive south via the Kwinana Freeway.
If you prefer public transport then hop on a direct train from Perth Station to Mandurah Station (takes around 50 minutes), then it’s a 10-minute local bus ride or a short taxi/Uber to the jetty.
- The Scenic View Dolphin Cruise is wheelchair and walking frame accessible, making it a great option if you or a companion needs extra support. Guide dogs are also welcome onboard, so no worries there.
- The Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise, however, is not wheelchair accessible. While the boat is spacious and comfortable, it isn’t suited for mobility aids or those needing step-free access.
Frequently asked questions about the Mandurah Dolphin Cruise
What’s the difference between the two dolphin cruises?
The Scenic View Cruise is shorter and wheelchair accessible, while the Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise is longer, includes Seba’s Song, and is led by a marine biologist.
How long is the Mandurah dolphin cruise?
The Scenic View Cruise runs for 1 hr 15 mins, while the Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise lasts about 2 hrs 15 mins.
Is dolphin spotting guaranteed?
Yes! If your tour doesn’t spot any dolphins (as confirmed by the crew), you’ll receive a voucher to rebook within 12 months.
Are these cruises wheelchair accessible?
Only the Scenic View Dolphin Cruise is wheelchair and walking frame accessible. The Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing tour is not.
What kind of dolphins will I see?
You’re most likely to spot Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, which live here year-round and often swim right alongside the boat.
Why is Mandurah a hotspot for dolphins?
Mandurah’s sheltered estuaries and healthy seagrass beds make it a natural playground for dolphins and a top spot for marine wildlife in WA.
What’s the best time of day to go dolphin spotting?
Morning or early afternoon tours are best. The light is good, the water’s calm, and dolphins tend to be more active.
What else can I see apart from dolphins?
Rare bird species like ospreys and black swans, the peaceful Peel-Harvey Estuary, and local landmarks like Kwilena Gabi Pool are all part of the ride.