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Sustainable Travel in Mandurah

Help protect Mandurah’s waterways, wildlife and natural places while you explore.

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Help protect our estuary, wildlife and natural places

Mandurah is a coastal destination shaped by its waterways, wetlands, wildlife and cultural landscapes. From wild dolphins and blue swimmer crabs to the Giants of Mandurah and Bindjareb Noongar Country, these places are what make Mandurah special.

We encourage visitors to explore responsibly and help protect these environments for future generations.

Our approach aligns with Tourism Australia’s Green is Our Gold initiative, which promotes respectful, sustainable and community-minded travel across Australia.

What sustainable travel means in Mandurah

Sustainable travel is about simple actions that help protect the places you visit.

A simple, green fingerprint illustration with thick, uneven lines forming spiral and curved patterns on a white background.Celebrate Community

Support local cafés, tours, markets and family-run businesses across Mandurah.

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Respect and learn about Bindjareb Noongar culture and the living connection to Country.

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Help protect beaches, bushland, wetlands and the Peel-Harvey Estuary.

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Observe dolphins, birds and marine life from a safe distance without disturbance.

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Travel safely, follow signage, and be prepared when exploring outdoor environments.

Respect wildlife

Mandurah is home to a thriving population of wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins and diverse marine life.

Please:

  • observe dolphins from a safe distance
  • never feed or chase wildlife
  • follow guidance from tour operators

 

These actions help protect wildlife and reflect responsible travel principles used across Australia.

Protect our waterways

Mandurah’s estuary and coastline are central to life here.

Help keep them healthy by:

  • taking all rubbish with you
  • reducing single-use plastics
  • respecting fishing and crabbing rules
  • using designated access points

 

Responsible crabbing & fishing

Blue swimmer crabs are an important part of Mandurah’s lifestyle and ecosystem.

Please:

  • follow size and bag limits
  • only take what you need
  • release undersized crabs carefully
  • use legal equipment

 

This helps ensure crabbing remains sustainable.

Explore with care

From the Giants of Mandurah trails to coastal reserves and bushland, outdoor spaces are best enjoyed responsibly.

Please:

  • stay on marked paths
  • respect signage and closures
  • take all rubbish with you
  • avoid damaging plants and habitats

Support local Mandurah

Every visitor helps support the local community.

You can make a positive impact by:

 

This helps keep tourism benefits in the community.

Respect Culture and Country

Mandurah sits on the lands of the Bindjareb Noongar people, who have cared for this Country for tens of thousands of years.

We encourage visitors to:

  • learn about local culture and stories
  • respect cultural sites and guidance
  • engage thoughtfully with experiences on Country

 

Our commitment to responsible travel

Visit Mandurah is committed to protecting the natural and cultural values that make this destination unique.

We work with local partners, operators and the community to support responsible travel aligned with Tourism Australia’s Green is Our Gold principles.