Dolphin feeding has to be one for the ultimate bucket list.

Getting up so close and personal with these beautiful creatures is a special experience you will never forget. Drop Bear Adventures has given us the extraordinary chance to interact with the dolphins, whilst exploring the wonderful gems of Fraser Island.

Cooloola National Park Day Tours

A full Fraser Island Tour although exciting, can be time-consuming. Instead, why not think about the amazing Cooloola National Park Day Tours, giving you a fresh glimpse of the beauty Fraser Island holds. All in one action-filled day, the tour takes you to see the gorgeous sandy beaches, lush rainforests, the desert like sand dunes, and also includes a one in a lifetime opportunity to meet the friendly local dolphins.

Dolphin Feeding

The Cooloola National Park Day Tours are packed full of unique fun. Starting early in the morning, you’ll get to feed Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphins that have been visiting the town for over 30 years. It is a heartwarming beginning to your adventurous day, meeting and greeting the stunning creatures. The dolphins swim right up to you, eagerly awaiting their treats.

Knee-deep in the glorious turquoise waters surrounded by the friendly animals has to without doubt one of the best experiences you may ever have. Don’t forget that the dolphins at Tin Can Bay aren’t the only wonder you’ll see on this day tour. The Cooloola National Park has so much on offer, and the beauty on land is definitely as stunning as the waters of Fraser Island.

Tin Can Bay Dolphin Feeding: Things you should know

Be assured that the dolphin feeding is permitted and regulated by the Queensland Government. The local volunteers have a wonderful routine, ensuring the daily ritual is both safe and enjoyable for both visitors and our dolphin friends. Visitors are also only allowed to feed the dolphins fish that is purchased directly on site; this fish is checked, unprocessed and agrees with them. It is important to remember the dolphins are wild animals and should not forget to fend for themselves. The fish they get given in Tin Can Bay is a morning snack to fill them up temporarily and to make sure they don’t depend on it for sustenance.

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The estuarine dolphin who began this lovely tradition, named Scarry, sadly has not been seen in years. Her son Mystique and granddaughter Harmony are still regular visitors amongst the dolphin community, along with two others named Patch and Valentine.

As with any wild animal experience, there is no absolute guarantee that dolphins will be present on your visit to Tin Can Bay, but it’s extremely rare for none of these friendly locals to show up.

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