Snubfin Dolphin Eco Cruise from Broome

About this tour

Board a 50-foot catamaran for a morning spotting snubfin dolphins and dugongs in Roebuck Bay, the waters that drew Sir David Attenborough's attention. Broome's longest-running eco-cruise operator takes small groups aboard Orcaella, where shaded decks and expansive sightlines offer genuine chances to see these elusive Australian natives alongside bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, and wading birds. The 4-hour 15-minute voyage includes light refreshments and insider knowledge from experienced crew. Courtesy transfers available from Broome accommodation.

Highlights

• Track rare Australian snubfin dolphins in their natural habitat
• 50-foot catamaran with covered viewing platforms and open sightlines
• Roebuck Bay waters visited by David Attenborough
• Optional swimming in boom net when conditions permit
• Knowledgeable crew share ecology and marine behaviour
• Dugongs, sea turtles, and bottlenose dolphins possible
• Complimentary Broome accommodation pickups

What to expect

You'll board mid-morning and head into Roebuck Bay on a spacious, well-designed catamaran built for watching. The crew navigates slowly through dolphin territory, scanning for movement and surface breaths. Sightings aren't guaranteed—some days are prolific, others lean quieter—but the boat's design means you'll spot distant pods before they pass. Between sightings, crew talk about the bay's ecology, the animals' behaviour, and why this corner of Western Australia matters. If conditions align and dolphins are confident, you can slip into the boom net for a swim. Most days you'll see bottlenose dolphins; snubfins are the rare prize.

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