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15 Dolphin Watching Tours in Australia, From Cheapest Up

57 tours  ·  from $26

A holiday always runs one day short. These 15 dolphin watching tours are the ones that earn the spare day, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes rather than an evening.

Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise - A comfortable crossing aboard the Spirit of Mulgumpin
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Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise

1.Moreton Island: Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,039 reviews · 1 day · from $152Our pick

Spend a full day aboard the Spirit of Mulgumpin, cruising from Brisbane to Moreton Island for guided snorkeling at the Tangalooma Wrecks, fish feeding, beach time, paddleboarding and wildlife viewing. Guides such as Jess, Georgia and Brooke have helped nervous swimmers feel safe. Lunch, equipment, marine park fees and morning refreshments are included.

“From the moment Callum picked us up, we were greeted warmly and had a smooth trip to the marina. The vessel as gorgeous. We had the best day and Callum was a huge part of that! He’s a great bartender too!”

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Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise - Watching for bottlenose dolphins in the marine park
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Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise

2.Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 926 reviews · 1h 30m · from $28Best value

Spend 90 minutes cruising Port Stephens from Nelson Bay, watching for wild bottlenose dolphins and taking in Tomaree and Yacaaba Headlands. The captain provides live commentary, while the boat adds a licensed bar, toilets, and a boom net for a wet finish. Sightings are not guaranteed, but a return ticket may be offered when dolphins stay out of view.

“Great experience. Saw some dolphins considering the bad weather and the kids loved it. With the boat ride. Highly recommend.”

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Mandurah: Dolphin and Views Cruise - Canals, Mansions, and Mandurah’s Waterfront Life
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Mandurah: Dolphin and Views Cruise

3.Mandurah: Dolphin and Views Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 920 reviews · 1h 15m · from $31

Cruise Mandurah’s calm waterways for 60 to 75 minutes with a skipper and English-speaking guide. You’ll look for wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, ospreys, swans, and shorebirds, then pass canals, wetlands, the harbour, and cultural landmarks. Amara is one guide praised for clear, engaging commentary. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you can cruise again free.

“That was an amazing experience! The dolphins were so fun and playful. It was my birthday and they made my day awesome!”

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Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour - Boarding a boat built for getting wet
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Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour

4.Swim with Wild Dolphins Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 669 reviews · from $214

Join Perth Wildlife Encounters at Rockingham’s Val St Jetty for a six-hour dolphin swim. The crew searches for wild pods, supplies wetsuits and snorkel gear, and offers repeated water entries when conditions allow. Lunch, hot drinks, and complimentary photos are included. Perth bus transfers can be added.

“We had a great time seeing those beautiful mammals and snorkeling with them. The crew was great. Thanks”

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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour - Fifteen minutes to learn the basics
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Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

5.Dolphin Sanctuary Eco Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 560 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Set out from Angas Inlet Boat Club with guides such as Alex, Paddy, Mark, or Kendall for a gentle kayak trip through Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. You’ll receive a safety lesson, kayak through 10,000-year-old mangroves, look for dolphins and birds, and may reach historic shipwrecks. No kayaking experience is required, but children must be at least 10.

“Brayden and Paddy were amazing guides. 3hrs, multiple dolphin sightings, mangroves and some ship wrecks - all of our expectations were met if not exceeded. :)”

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Snubfin Dolphin Eco Cruise from Broome - The three-hour search through Roebuck Bay
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Snubfin Dolphin Eco Cruise from Broome

6.Snubfin Dolphin Eco Cruise from Broome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · from $110Top rated

Spend about four hours aboard Ballena, Broome’s dedicated eco-tourism vessel, searching Roebuck Bay for snubfin dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, dugongs, turtles and shorebirds. Your crew, which may include guides such as John, Cam or Jess, serves snacks and refreshments, explains the bay’s wildlife, and may offer a swim in the boom net when conditions allow.

“It was so great! To be honest the absolute highlight was the unexpected whales appearances!! This was magnificent!! The staff were all so lovely, food was delightful and boat experience was very pleasant.”

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Adelaide: 4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience - The front net is the prime position
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Adelaide: 4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience

7.4-Hour Swimming with Dolphins Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 439 reviews · 3h 30m · from $105

Meet at Glenelg’s Marina Pier for a 3.5-hour cruise aboard the 58-foot catamaran Temptation. Marine biologists guide you toward wild dolphin pods, explain their behavior, and organize time in the water using the front net or rear tow line. Wetsuits, masks, and snorkels are supplied, but bring a towel, swimwear, sunscreen, food, and drinks.

“The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and clearly enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. We got so lucky on our little voyage, seeing both species of local dolphins and even both species mingling and playing together/bullying each other. It was a fantastic experience and neither my partner or I have stopped talking about it and we look forward to doing it again.”

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Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise - Watching for bottlenose dolphins in the marine park
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Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise

8.Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 401 reviews · from $32

Join Moonshadow-TQC Cruises aboard Moonshadow V for a 90-minute dolphin cruise from Nelson Bay. You will search for wild bottlenose dolphins, hear commentary on marine life, photograph Tomaree and Yacaaba Headlands, and ride the boom net if conditions suit. Indoor and outdoor seating make it workable in changing weather.

“Friendly staff, great captain, interesting commentary, we were lucky enough to see a small sighting of playful dolphins”

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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour - Meeting the guides and getting on the water
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Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

9.Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 384 reviews · from $63

Spend about 2.5 hours kayaking from Byron Bay into Cape Byron Marine Park in a two-person sit-on-top kayak. Guides lead you toward regular bottlenose dolphin areas, with possible turtles and humpback whales from May to November. Morning and afternoon departures are available, wetsuits can be requested, and a free return tour is offered if no dolphins appear.

“I went by myself for this tour and I’m so glad I did it! We were 10m away from whales and dolphins, the guides were fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour!”

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Mandurah Dolphin Cruise and Views - Creery Wetlands, where the birds share the spotlight
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Mandurah Dolphin Cruise and Views

10.Mandurah Dolphin Cruise and Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 376 reviews · from $31

Set out from Mandurah Cruises for a 75-minute cruise through the Peel Inlet, Mandurah Estuary, Creery Wetlands, Mandjar Bay, and Port Mandurah canals. Your skipper and onboard host explain local wildlife, bird habitats, Aboriginal and regional history, and the homes along the water. Dolphin sightings are guaranteed, or you can return free.

“Saw Dolphins with in 5 minutes of leaving the dock . Clean boat and plenty of room to move .i have some awesome photos and videos”

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Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise - Meeting at the little lighthouse
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Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

11.Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 1h 30m · from $62

Spend 90 minutes cruising Port Adelaide with a skipper-guide such as Jim, Chris, Jason or Alex. Expect stories about working docks, old vessels and the Ships Graveyard, plus a search for wild dolphins and birds near the International Bird Sanctuary. Sightings are never promised, but the port’s industrial scenery gives the trip plenty to see.

“Absolutely loved it...highlight of trip to Adelaide. Saw dolphins... Young crew best ever...so confident so informative. Interacted with kids on board...just brilliant over all experience. Thanks for making this trip so memorable. Keep it up guys thanks”

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From Sydney: Jervis Bay Day Tour and Dolphin Watching Cruise - The 7 am departure and the road south
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From Sydney: Jervis Bay Day Tour and Dolphin Watching Cruise

12.Jervis Bay Day Tour and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 374 reviews · from $94

Leave Sydney Central at 7 am for a full day at Jervis Bay. Cruise for dolphins, walk the white sands of Hyams Beach, visit Cave Beach in Booderee National Park, and look for kangaroos and wallabies. Guides such as James and Fernando add local tips, though the long drive and brisk schedule require stamina.

“Overall the tour was excellent and I really enjoyed it. Guides were freindly and excellent. Food was excellent. The suspension on the bus was a little rickety making the long journey a little uncomfortable. Space between the seats was cramped particularly when sat over a wheel arch. Fortunately the space next to me was empty.”

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Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa - What the kayak portion is really like
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Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

13.Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife – 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · from $115

From Noosa, you’ll cross the Tewantin Ferry and ride a 4WD along Teewah Beach to Double Island Point. Guides such as Tyron, Vince, Cam and Nick lead the ocean kayak and wildlife search. Allow six hours, bring extra food, and remember that dolphins and whales are possible, not guaranteed.

“Just magic! The 4x4 took us for a drive on the beach to get to Double Island. On the way, we saw many humpback whales playing and frolicking close to the shore. Slapping the water and then a double breech! We arrived to the beach sRead more”

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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide - Mangroves, birds, and the quiet side of Adelaide
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Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

14.Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · from $56

Kayak through Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary from Garden Island on a roughly three-hour small-group tour. Guides such as Alex, Paddy, Fiona, and Lewis lead beginners through mangroves, estuary water, bird habitat, and sometimes shipwrecks. Dolphins are wild and sightings are possible, not promised. Gear and a dry bag are included.

“Didn’t see any dolphins - they aren’t a guarantee. Would be great if the website gave the rough odds of seeing dolphins as it turned out to be an expensive kayaking tour. Otherwise was well organised and lovely views. Paddling was mostly eRead more”

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Adelaide: 4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise - Meeting Temptation at Glenelg’s Marina Pier
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Adelaide: 4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise

15.4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 349 reviews · 3h 30m · from $63

Join Temptation Sailing at Glenelg’s Marina Pier for a 3.5-hour catamaran cruise among Adelaide’s wild bottlenose and common dolphins. Expect close views from the bow, coastal scenery, and lively commentary from the crew. Guides such as Elle and Quinn have earned praise for their warm, clear explanations. Bring sunscreen, food, drinks, and a warm layer.

“This is just the most amazing trip to do and the best thing we’ve done in Adelaide. So many dolphins. Knowledgable crew. 11/10 recommend”

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★ 5.0Guided Dolphin Eco-Cruise in Koombana BayFrom $4636 reviews
★ 4.5Swim With The Dolphins Experience in Bunbury AustraliaFrom $9922 reviews
★ 5.0Roebuck Bay Sunset & Snubfin Dolphin CruiseFrom $10437 reviews
★ 5.0Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise55 reviews
★ 4.5Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary Mangroves Kayaking TourFrom $3959 reviews
★ 4.4Bunbury: Swim with Dolphins TourFrom $15544 reviews
★ 4.5Rainbow Beach: Kayaking with Dolphins and Beach 4WD TourFrom $9859 reviews
★ 4.7Moreton Island: Tangalooma Whale Watching & Dolphin FeedingFrom $16257 reviews
★ 4.9Ocean Adventure & Dolphin SafariFrom $5391 reviews
★ 4.6Noosa Ocean adventure & Dolphin Safari.From $6328 reviews
★ 4.6Nelson Bay: Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran CruiseFrom $6347 reviews
★ 4.9Port Stephens: 1hr Dolphin Watch ExpressFrom $3548 reviews
★ 4.7Nelson Bay: Dolphin Watch Cruise and SailFrom $3574 reviews
★ 4.0Moreton Island: Marine Discovery Cruise & Dolphin FeedingFrom $16222 reviews
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