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The Shark Bay World Heritage Area is home to over 10,000 dugongs — approximately 10 % of the world's entire population — supported by 4,000 km² of seagrass meadows, the largest in the world. Watched from wildlife cruise boats departing Monkey Mia, Denham or Dirk Hartog Island, or from scenic flights. Swimming with dugongs is not permitted. Most active September-May.

Dugong in Shark Bay / Monkey Mia (Western Australia)

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About This Spot

The Shark Bay World Heritage Area is home to over 10,000 dugongs — approximately 10 % of the world's entire population — supported by 4,000 km² of seagrass meadows, the largest in the world. Watched from wildlife cruise boats departing Monkey Mia, Denham or Dirk Hartog Island, or from scenic flights. Swimming with dugongs is not permitted. Most active September-May.

Best Months to Visit

See Dugong in Shark Bay / Monkey Mia (Western Australia). Best months: March, April, May (up to 90% sighting chance). Watching. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • March: 90%
  • April: 90%
  • May: 90%
  • September: 90%
  • October: 90%
  • November: 90%
  • January: 85%
  • February: 85%
  • August: 85%
  • December: 85%
  • June: 80%
  • July: 80%

Practical Information

  • Location: Shark Bay / Monkey Mia (Western Australia)
  • Coordinates: -25.7800, 113.7200
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Medium
  • Observation mode: Watching

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