Bunbury Dolphin Discovery

Bunbury Dolphin Discovery is a non-profit organisation committed to dolphin research, education, conservation and tourism.  The Centre was opened in 1994, and is the first Centre in Australia dedicated entirely to dolphin research.

The Centre is located in Bunbury, a thriving city approximately 180 kilometres south of Perth in Western Australia. Facing Koombana Bay to the North, the Centre enables people to interact with Bottlenose dolphins in a variety of ways.

There are up to 100 dolphins living in the Bay and groups of them regularly visit the shallow waters in front of the Centre.

 

Four Experiences in one location; our Discovery Room, theatre, interaction zone and a choice of one of our popular tours. During the Summer season it is strongly recommended one book in advance to avoid disappointment.  There is a fully equipped café’, souvenir shop and an alfresco dining area with wheelchair access to all areas. 

All rates are effective 01 April 2009 – 31 March 2010.  These rates include admission to the Bunbury Dolphin Discovery centre.  Cruise departures are subject to suitable weather  conditions.  The centre is open every day except the 25th December.

Dolphin Swim Tour:

An exhilarating 3 hour tour hosted by our experienced Marine Biologist.  Board a custom built vessel for an opportunity to swim with the wild Bottlenose Dolphins in their own environment and contribute towards research and conservation at the same time.  Wet suits, goggles, snorkel and flippers are provided.

Departure times:
November – April inclusive 8am & 1200 noon
October & May 8am

Cost 

$148 per Adult/Child (min. 8 years old)
$70 per Adult (to watch)
$40 per child (4 -16 to watch)

Dolphin Eco Cruises:

View the Dolphins on Koombana Bay with the most experienced marine mammal charter operator in Western Australia.  Cruise duration 1 to 1 ½ hours.

Departure times:
November – April inclusive 11am & 3pm
October and May 11am & 1pm

Cost
$ 53 per Adult
$ 47 per YHA & Backpacker VIP cardholder
$ 45 per Concession/Senior
$ 45 per Adult Student
$ 40 per Student (13 – 17)
$ 35 per Child (4 – 12)
$161 per family (2 Adults & 2 Children)

 

WHERE DO YOU FIND US? In Koombana Drive, Bunbury.  Travelling from Perth ... As you approach Bunbury there is a very large roundabout, take the third exit, this is Koombana Drive. We are 2.1 kms along on the right hand side.  Travelling from the south ... it is a more direct approach if you take the Bunbury By-pass road which is Robertson Drive. Continue through the traffic lights until you come to the large roundabout, then take the second exit. Once again we are 2.1 kms along on the right hand side.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO DRIVE?  From Perth - allow 2½ hrs ... from Busselton & Dunsborough - 1 hr ... from Margaret River - 1½ hrs ... from Augusta - 2 hrs.