Low Head Penguin Tours is one of those truly special Tasmanian experiences. As the sun sets, watch the adorable little penguins come ashore and waddle home, all while learning about these remarkable birds from friendly local guides. It's a heartwarming wildlife encounter that leaves visitors with memories to treasure long after the evening ends.
Visit the adorable Little Blue Penguins on their nightly return home.
Just 1.5km from BIG4 Low Head Tourist Park, Low Head Penguin Tours offers a memorable opportunity to see Tasmania's Little Penguins return to shore at sunset. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this fully guided experience takes you to a viewing platform overlooking the beach, where you can watch these fascinating seabirds emerge from the ocean and make their way to their burrows. Tours run nightly and last approximately one hour. Low Head Penguin Tours is fully guided and takes up to 1 hour.
For your comfort, warm clothing and enclosed footwear are recommended, as coastal evenings can be cool. Cameras are welcome, however flash photography, tripods, torches and selfie sticks are not permitted to help protect the penguins and their natural habitat. Penguin-safe torches are provided by the tour operators.
Bookings are essential during busy periods to avoid disappointment.
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