A Fun & Accessible Family Getaway in Mandurah
Day 1: Explore the Marina & Relax by the Beach
Settle into your stay at Mandurah Ocean Marina Chalets, where two accessible chalets provide a comfortable retreat for families.
Begin your day at Dolphin Quay, exploring the bustling shops and markets before spotting wild dolphins along the marina.
Stop for morning tea at a waterside café before heading to Town Beach, one of Mandurah’s accessible beaches. Hire a beach wheelchair or walker and enjoy the gentle waves before relaxing with a picnic at Keith Holmes Reserve.
Accessibility: The chalets accommodate up to four people and feature accessible amenities. Dolphin Quay’s boardwalks are wheelchair-friendly, with an accessible toilet inside the markets. A range of beach mobility equipment is available for hire from Mandurah Ocean Marina Chalets.
Day 2: Waterways & Wildlife Adventures
Spend the morning exploring Mandurah’s stunning waterways! Paddle along the Serpentine River using WA’s first all-abilities paddle launch at Greenfields or take a stroll along the Joseph and Dulcie Nannup Trail, featuring accessible boardwalks and scenic views over Lake Goegrup. In the afternoon, hop aboard a Dolphin Cruise to spot wild dolphins and explore the Ramsar-listed wetlands.
End the day with a classic fish and chips dinner at Sharky’s or Cicerello’s.
Accessibility: The Dancing Dolphin vessel offers an accessible toilet with handrails and 1.2m clearance. ACROD parking and a Changing Places facility are available near Cicerello’s, with additional ACROD parking and accessible toilets at Dolphin Quay.
Day 3: Giants, Gardens & Family Fun
Start the day with a Giant Hunt to find Yaburgurt Cirkelstone, the most accessible of Thomas Dambo’s Giants. Then, explore the peaceful natural surroundings of Coodanup Foreshore or Creery Wetlands, both with accessible pathways and facilities.
In the afternoon, visit Amaze Miniature Park, where kids and adults alike can enjoy a hedge maze, model trains, and mini golf, all set within beautifully maintained gardens. Wrap up your adventure with a BBQ at your accommodation’s guest BBQ area.
Accessibility: Yaburgurt Cirkelstone is a 550m return walk on a flat pathway. Coodanup Foreshore Reserve has ACROD parking, accessible toilets, and a Communication Board near the playground. Amaze Miniature Park features flat pathways, a café with ramp access, and an accessible toilet.