Penguin Viewing in Stanley, Tasmania
Come nightfall, Stanley transforms into a Penguin wonderland, offering an unforgettable adventure for wildlife enthusiasts. The best time to see the fairy penguins is in the evening after dusk, when the little birds return to their burrows after a day at sea.
Head to the designated penguin watching platform at the end of Godfreys Beach. The specially equipped platform with soft red lights ensures you get an unparalleled view without disturbing our feathery friends.
Penguins also come to shore in front of the Park on Tatlows Beach. Watch the shores closely, stay hushed and feel the magic as Little Penguins return from their watery expeditions. Please take care not to get too close to the penguins, and do not shine torches directly at them.
Did you know? Little Penguins are the smallest penguins in the WORLD, and they choose Stanley just to meet us!
And while the penguins sure do steal the spotlight, don't forget to look around! Stanley's nightlife includes charming visits from Tasmanian pademelons and rabbits. The Nut is a State Reserve and is a haven for migratory birds such as shear-waters (mutton birds) and orange bellied parrots, as well as kestrels and falcons. Seals, whales and dolphins can also be seen in the waters off the Nut.
Join us and witness Stanley's vibrant life after dark. Book a powered site or a Waterview Cabin to be close to the action for an evening you won't forget!
Please be careful:
There are some simple things to protect these shy birds for future generations:
Turn off the flash on your camera or phone.
Please don’t use mobile phone light or a torch.
Penguins may stay in the water if they see too much movement or light on the shore (therefore not feeding their young).
Be as quiet as possible, and try not to move around. Find a good spot before sunset and stay there).
Keep your dogs or cats away from the beach after dark. They can cause a lot of damage to adult and baby penguins, and their homes.
Never touch a penguin. It will cause them a lot of stress, and you can also be fined by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife.
