Whale Shark Swim & Eco Tour on a Sailing Catamaran - Shoulder Season - August, September, October

Whale sharks are frequent visitors to the Ningaloo Reef, even after the official whale shark season is over.

Your day includes the chance to snorkel the Ningaloo reef and if our spotter plane is successful at locating viable megafauna, you may have the opportunity to swim with whale sharks, humpback whales or manta rays. 

The Ningaloo Reef is alive with marine wildlife during the months of August - November and on any given day, Mother Nature may offer the opportunity to view or swim with whale sharks, humpback whales, manta rays, turtles, dugongs, dolphins and a huge variety of tropical fish and corals. In previous years, we have had a high success rate of orchestrating in water interactions during our shoulder season. However, our success is highly dependent on mother nature. Our boat crew and spotter plane will do their very best to locate suitable megafauna for our guests. Please note, we do not offer any guarantees at this time of year and on occasion, may be unsuccessful at orchestrating an interaction with any specific megafauna.

We offer guests the most stable and comfortable viewing platforms to view and interact with wildlife from the decks of our 60ft luxuriously appointed sailing catamaran. Join us for a day out on “Investigator” as we set sail through the shallow turquoise lagoons and along the back of the stunning Ningaloo Reef whilst stopping to take advantage of whatever spectacular wildlife comes our way. Weather and time permitting try your hand at one of our Stand Up paddle Boards or a kayak during the afternoon snorkel for a different view of the reef.

ITINERARY:

- Starting from 7:45am, you will be picked up from your accommodation and taken out to our vessel where you will be greeted by our friendly crew and fitted with masks, snorkels, fins and wetsuits. 

- Moments later immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of Ningaloo Reef at one of our beautiful snorkel spots in the sheltered lagoon. Here you will see an array of corals and colourful fish, sometimes even turtles and rays! Take this time to ask questions, get snorkelling tips, make sure your gear fits and practice getting on and off the boat before swimming with any marine life.

- Now you can enjoy morning tea as our plane gets searching for any marine life in the area. If a viable humpback whale, whale shark or manta ray is spotted by the pilot, skipper and crew will asses the conditions and if deemed suitable, guests will be directed to put their snorkel gear on and we will do our best to get you interacting with them in the water!

- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch as we cruise the reef in search of any other wildlife that may be around on the day. 

- Now we head back inside the lagoon where the water is turquoise blue and anchor up at a new special spot on the reef for another snorkel. 

- Relax with some refreshing afternoon tea and a glass of sparkling wine on our way back to shore before the crew return you safe and sound and full of smiles back to your accomodation. 

- The experience lives on as we will provide you will all the photos of the day taken by our professional photographer free of charge

 TOUR INCLUDES: 

• Full day tour, 7:45am - 3 to 4pm (roughly)
  

• Complimentary bus transfers from your accommodation in Exmouth to the boat ramp and return. 
  

• Experienced, professional award winning crew on board and supporting you in the water as much as you need. Interesting informative spiels about the area and the marine life will keep you entertained too.

• Spotter aircraft to ensure best possible opportunity of sighting and swimming with marine life such as Humpback Whales, Whale Sharks and Manta Rays!

• Small groups when swimming with marine life to ensure everyone gets a great experience

• Snorkelling on the Ningaloo Reef

• Quality snorkel equipment including mask, snorkel, fins of all sizes

• Wetsuits of all sizes

• Pool noodles available on board to assist with snorkelling if required (please note, guests are required to have a basic level of swimming ability)

• Marine specialists onboard to answer all your questions and guide you

• Stand up paddle boards and kayaks for use in afternoon snorkel (weather and time permitting)

• Yummy Morning Tea, Buffet Lunch and Afternoon Tea provided, we can cater to dietary needs

• Sunscreen, water, dry area for your belongings and shade on board

• Complimentary Professional Photography Package of the day. Thats right, ALL THE PHOTOS FOR FREE!

• Please note: 2% transaction fee applies to credit card payments

  
  

  WHAT SHOULD I BRING? 

  We provide so much that all we recommend you bring is the following:

• Your excitement and positivity!

• Swimwear

• Hat

• Towel

• Warm clothes for after snorkelling

• Sea sickness medication if you feel like you may need it

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