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Busselton Jetty

We recognise and acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of Ngari Capes Marine Park.

Busselton Jetty, the second longest wooden jetty in the southern hemisphere, is a magnet for scuba divers and fishers alike. You can also view the magnificent marine life at the underwater observatory.

No dogs

Admission fees apply

Busselton Jetty
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About this place

The breathtaking beauty beneath Busselton Jetty is hard to beat. On a calm, clear day, you can look down to see thousands of fish swirling around the piles.

Snorkel, or dive, and you will be surrounded by enormous schools of yellowtail, Australian herring and longfin pike. Juvenile globefish congregate in groups of a dozen or more, sometimes hiding the branches of telesto corals that protrude from the piles. Schools of old wives cruise around with western talma, leatherjackets and wrasse as they pick invertebrates from the timbers. Young dusky morwong, bighead gurnard perch, anglerfish, wobbegongs, rays and occasionally seadragons shelter in the algae and seagrasses around the jetty.

The Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory was opened in 2002 allowing visitors to view the marine life and to learn about the ecosystem through displays, videos and talks. With piles within a metre of the viewing windows, everyone can experience the wonder of this fascinating underwater world. Busselton Jetty is operated by a non-profit community organisation known as the Busselton Jetty Environment and Conservation Association. All profits contribute to jetty maintenance and improvements. To find out more visit their website.

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Safety information

Plan when to visit. Consider travelling with a personal location beacon (PLB). In the event you need to be rescued it could save your life!

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School of western pomfred fish, near Busselton Jetty
Busselton Jetty
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Blue beach houses at start of Busselton Jetty
Busselton Jetty
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Red train on Busselton Jetty
Busselton Jetty
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Red train driving along Busselton Jetty with people Walking along the jetty nearby.
Busselton Jetty
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Looking through the glass at fish at the Underwater Observatory
Busselton Jetty
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Aerial view of the end of Busselton Jetty with whales painted on the jetty
Busselton Jetty
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Facilities

Jetty

Activities

Fishing

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Traditional Owners

We recognise and acknowledge members of the South West Boojarah and Harris Family native title groups claims to traditional owners of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park.

Need to know

No dogs

No pets allowed

Admission fees

Admission fees apply.

No park entry fee

Entry to Ngari Capes Marine Park is free.

Toilets

No toilets at this location. Follow Leave No Trace principles.

Park office / Contact

Blackwood District (Busselton) Parks and Wildlife Office

Phone: (08) 9752 5555

Contact this office by email

Location

Australia's South West
Margaret River

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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    Safety

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    Plan your activity

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    Travelling in remote locations

    Bushfires and prescribed burns

    Bushwalking safety

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