Low Head Penguin Tour
Get close to Little Penguins at Low Head Coastal Reserve, Tasmania, on a fully guided evening tour from Launceston. Watch Fairy Penguins waddle to their burrows and learn from local experts in this unforgettable nature experience. Transfers included.
Highlights
- Get up close to the Little Penguin, also known as the Fairy Penguin, in their natural habitat
- Visit Tasmania's largest penguin rookery at the Low Head Coastal Reserve
- Guided evening tour, watching penguins waddle up the beach after a day at sea
- Unique photo opportunities with penguins (no flash photography)
- Transfers included from all hotels and accommodation in central Launceston
Inclusions
- 1 hour fully guided penguin viewing experience
- Transfers to and from central Launceston accommodation
Description
Experience the magic of Tasmania's Low Head Coastal Reserve on a premium guided penguin tour with Low Head Penguin Tours. Just north of Launceston, you'll discover the Little Penguin, affectionately known as the Fairy Penguin, as they return from the pristine waters of Bass Strait to nest in their burrows.
This hidden gem boasts the largest penguin rookery in Tasmania, with penguins returning to shore every night of the year. You'll see these real Aussie locals surf to the beach, preen their blue and white feathers, and waddle to their burrows while your expert local guide shares fascinating facts.
The guided tour lasts about an hour, but with convenient return transfers from central Launceston, you'll need to allow 3.5 hours for the full experience. Capture special moments with your camera (just remember, no flash!) and soak up the pure Tassie air under the southern stars.
Tours operate most nights during Daylight Savings. In cooler months, check availability as times may vary. Dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes as the coastal evenings can get brisk. Minimum two adults required.