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Wildlife viewing · Denham, Western Australia
Monkey Mia
Beach in Shark Bay where wild dolphins often come to the water’s edge in the mornings; park rangers are present to explain the animals’ lives.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Monkey Mia
Monkey Mia lies in a reserve on the edge of Shark Bay, about 25 km from Denham. Since the 1960s a group of wild bottlenose dolphins have regularly come to the shoreline most mornings into shallow water a few meters from people.
Park rangers monitor the dolphins’ arrivals and explain their behavior. During some mornings a few selected visitors help feed adult females a small, controlled amount of fish so the dolphins continue to forage at sea.
On land, the beach has pelicans, emus that roam the area and a resort with a restaurant. Boat tours depart from Monkey Mia to see dugongs, turtles and dolphins in the bay.
Entry to the reserve is charged; check the current fee schedule. The dolphins do not appear every day, and arrival times vary.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to half a day.
Best time
Early morning, when the dolphins usually come to the beach.
How to get there
By car, about 25 km from Denham via Monkey Mia Road.
Tip
Arrive early and follow the rangers’ instructions: you must not touch the dolphins or enter the water beyond the indicated limit.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Monkey Mia
When do you see the dolphins at Monkey Mia?
Early in the morning, when they usually come to the beach.
Can you touch the dolphins at Monkey Mia?
No; rangers instruct visitors to keep their distance.
Is there a fee to enter Monkey Mia?
Yes, entry to the reserve is paid; check the current schedule.