Temptation Sailing, Adelaide, South Australia © Tourism Australi
Places to swim with wild dolphins
Australia is filled with incredible opportunities to get up close with wild dolphins; here are some of the best.
Port Stephens
Port Stephens
Regarded as our dolphin capital, Port Stephens is home to remarkable dolphin encounters. With Dolphin Swim Australia, you can snorkel alongside wild dolphins as you're gently pulled through the water by boat. Attached by a harness, you'll be submerged in the ocean, and these playful creatures will swim alongside you as though you’re part of the pod.
Adelaide
Adelaide
Just a 15-minute drive from Adelaide, you'll find Temptation Sailing, which takes guests out to the picturesque waters of Glenelg. Aboard a luxurious sailing catamaran, these tours offer you the chance to swim alongside wild dolphins on either the front or back of the boat. Using either a net or aptly named mermaid line, you can submerge yourself in the water right next to these beautiful marine creatures.
Mornington Peninsula
Mornington Peninsula
On Port Phillip Bay, Moonraker Dolphin Swims hosts thrilling cruises that combine snorkelling tours with dolphin and seal experiences. As you explore the bay, you'll be given a number of opportunities to enjoy the water with wild dolphins as well as inquisitive fur seals. Your intimate tour - which only hosts groups of 10 - will also be complete with lunch, hot drinks and snacks.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island
Enjoy Kangaroo Island's pristine coastline in a truly memorable way aboard a snorkelling safari. During your Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari tour, you'll encounter dolphins and their marine mates, the playful local seals. During your day on the water, you'll be provided with all the snorkelling gear you need, and your guides will ensure you have the best marine animal adventure possible.
Bunbury
Bunbury
Two hours outside of Perth in Bunbury you can book an unforgettable encounter with the Dolphin Discovery Centre. Venture into the open waters of Koombana Bay, where the curious bottlenose dolphins await. Your tour will be run by an experienced guide and trained volunteers, connecting to the centre's conservation, education and research projects
Perth
Perth
Dive into a day out with Perth Wildlife Experiences for an exciting encounter with some of the 200 local bottlenose dolphins. Located under an hour south of Perth, these tours take guests into the clear, azure waters of Rockingham's bays and islands. Peacefully float on top of the water while dolphins frolic below.
Baird Bay
Baird Bay
Visit South Australia's Eyre Peninsula to spend a day on the water with the Baird Bay Experience. Your half-day journey centres on landing an up-close experience with the local sea lions and dolphins. The tour is kept small - just 14 guests - so you have the best possible chance of interacting with these incredible animals. Hop into the calm waters and watch the curious creatures twirl around you.
Port Stephens
Port Stephens
Regarded as our dolphin capital, Port Stephens is home to remarkable dolphin encounters. With Dolphin Swim Australia, you can snorkel alongside wild dolphins as you're gently pulled through the water by boat. Attached by a harness, you'll be submerged in the ocean, and these playful creatures will swim alongside you as though you’re part of the pod.
Adelaide
Adelaide
Just a 15-minute drive from Adelaide, you'll find Temptation Sailing, which takes guests out to the picturesque waters of Glenelg. Aboard a luxurious sailing catamaran, these tours offer you the chance to swim alongside wild dolphins on either the front or back of the boat. Using either a net or aptly named mermaid line, you can submerge yourself in the water right next to these beautiful marine creatures.
Mornington Peninsula
Mornington Peninsula
On Port Phillip Bay, Moonraker Dolphin Swims hosts thrilling cruises that combine snorkelling tours with dolphin and seal experiences. As you explore the bay, you'll be given a number of opportunities to enjoy the water with wild dolphins as well as inquisitive fur seals. Your intimate tour - which only hosts groups of 10 - will also be complete with lunch, hot drinks and snacks.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island
Enjoy Kangaroo Island's pristine coastline in a truly memorable way aboard a snorkelling safari. During your Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari tour, you'll encounter dolphins and their marine mates, the playful local seals. During your day on the water, you'll be provided with all the snorkelling gear you need, and your guides will ensure you have the best marine animal adventure possible.
Bunbury
Bunbury
Two hours outside of Perth in Bunbury you can book an unforgettable encounter with the Dolphin Discovery Centre. Venture into the open waters of Koombana Bay, where the curious bottlenose dolphins await. Your tour will be run by an experienced guide and trained volunteers, connecting to the centre's conservation, education and research projects
Perth
Perth
Dive into a day out with Perth Wildlife Experiences for an exciting encounter with some of the 200 local bottlenose dolphins. Located under an hour south of Perth, these tours take guests into the clear, azure waters of Rockingham's bays and islands. Peacefully float on top of the water while dolphins frolic below.
Baird Bay
Baird Bay
Visit South Australia's Eyre Peninsula to spend a day on the water with the Baird Bay Experience. Your half-day journey centres on landing an up-close experience with the local sea lions and dolphins. The tour is kept small - just 14 guests - so you have the best possible chance of interacting with these incredible animals. Hop into the calm waters and watch the curious creatures twirl around you.