Experience Monkey Mia & Shark Bay

It’s not monkeys but wild dolphins that make this remote corner of WA so famous. At Monkey Mia, bottlenose dolphins swim into the shallows each morning to greet visitors and enjoy a small breakfast snack under ranger supervision—a truly unforgettable wildlife encounter.

Located 865 km north of Perth in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, this pristine region spans 2.2 million hectares of land and sea, offering incredible natural wonders:

Top Highlights

• Dolphin Encounters – Hand-feed dolphins at Monkey Mia Reserve (visitor fee applies).
• Hamelin Pool Stromatolites – See the world’s oldest living organisms, dating back 3.5 billion years.
• Shell Beach – Walk along 120 km of pure cockleshell shoreline.
• Francois Peron National Park – Explore rust-red dunes, white beaches, and turquoise waters.
• Wildlife – Spot turtles, dugongs (10% of the world’s population), and seasonal wildflowers.

Stay at Monkey Mia Resort or base yourself in Denham for tours, cruises, and scenic drives. Shark Bay is Australia’s most westerly mainland point—a destination like no other.

Plan your Shark Bay adventure today!