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Byron Bay Turtle Snorkel Adventure

From $129.00 ( AUD )

Byron Bay, NSW

Explore the prolific marine life of Byron Bay at "Nuthungulli" Julian Rocks marine sanctuary. Snorkel and freedive with Turtles, Manta and Eagle rays, harmless Leopard sharks and thousands of fish!

Julian Rocks Marine Sanctuary in Byron Bay is rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia.

"Nguthungulli" the local Arakwal name for this incredible place, offers protected safe and shallow waters perfect for snorkelling and freediving. Sitting off the most easterly point of Australia, Julian rocks is a convergence point of warm tropical and cooler temperate waters, making it a marine wildlife hotspot! Whales, Dolphins, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, Grey Nurse Sharks and Turtles are all common visitors. Nuthangulli is a perfect environment for snorkelling and freediving with prolific fish life and multiple areas to explore.

Our on board Marine biologist will guide you to the best spots to see marine life.

We provide quality mask, fins and wetsuit.

Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline onboard our comfortable purpose built vessel "Wardjum"- Bundjalung for a mythical Sea creature.

We often encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks. Humpback whales are a daily sight from June-November.

Whats included

  • Guided snorkelling and freediving tour at Julian Rocks ("Nguthungulli") Marine Sanctuary

  • Marine biologist onboard to help spot and explain wildlife

  • Quality snorkelling gear: mask, fins, and wetsuit provided

  • Comfortable boat ride aboard “Wardjum,” our purpose-built vessel

  • Chance to see turtles, manta and eagle rays, leopard sharks, and abundant fis

What to bring

  • Swimwear (wear under your clothes for a quick change)

  • Towel and a change of clothes

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Reef-safe sunscreen (applied before boarding)

  • Hat and sunglasses for sun protection

  • Waterproof camera or GoPro (optional, but highly recommended!)

  • Light snack for after your snorkel (optional)

  • Big smile and sense of adventure!

Pick ups and departures

No pick up required

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