Low Head Penguin Tour

The penguins found in Tasmania are the smallest of the penguin species, the noisiest, and also the only penguins species with blue and white feathers. Because of this they have several names, the Little Penguin, the Blue Penguin, but the most common name they are called is the Fairy Penguin. Low Head north of Launceston offers a unique nature experience to get up close and personal with our penguins as they return at dusk from the pristine waters of Bass Straight to nest in their burrows. This Reserve has the largest penguin rookery in Tasmania, and penguins return every night throughout the year (numbers will fluctuate through the year). Watch them swim to the surface, stand up and preen themselves before waddling up the beach. You are welcome to bring a camera to capture your experience but NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY. As it gets cool at night please wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes. While there will be other groups visiting the area, we will have our own personal guide from the touring company to escort us.