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Swim, Dive & Snorkel

Australia is known as the home of some of the best swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving locations in the world. Our coastline covers some 25,000 kilometres, is surrounded by many thousands of islands and is home to significant reef systems. The Great Barrier Reef stretches some 1200km along the tropical north Queensland coast and is one of the seven wonders of the natural world. Ningaloo Reef is Australia’s largest fringing coral reef at 260km in length and is located just metres off the west coast of Australia. It is the only large reef positioned very close to mainland Australia.

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Ningaloo Reef Experiences
Sal Salis Experience

Ningaloo Reef Experiences

A drift snorkel just a few metres offshore from Sal Salis reveals a wealth of life, with huge staghorn coral formations, anemones, clownfish, rays and sponge gardens.
Dive Or Snorkel The Great Barrier Reef By Helicopter
qualia Experience

Dive Or Snorkel The Great Barrier Reef By Helicopter

Fly by helicopter or seaplane to dive or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, with stunning aerial views of Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and the Whitsunday Passage en route.
Local Reef and Turtle Tours
Lizard Island Experience

Local Reef and Turtle Tours

Turtles are a regular sighting on snorkelling tours around Lizard Island, and during the summer months Green, Loggerhead and Hawksbill Turtles are often seen grazing on sea grasses at low tide along the beaches.
The Magnificent Rowley Shoals
True North Adventure Cruises Experience

The Magnificent Rowley Shoals

The Shoals’ remoteness means that less than 500 people a year are fortunate enough to give testimony to their brilliance.
Diving & Snorkelling With True North
True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Diving & Snorkelling With True North

Dive and snorkel some of the world’s most revered coral habitats including The Rowley Shoals and Ningaloo Reef with True North.
Shipwreck Diving Off Avoca Beach
Pretty Beach House Experience

Shipwreck Diving Off Avoca Beach

Explore the EX-HMAS Adelaide shipwreck off the coast of Avoca Beach, where the former Australian naval warship has created an artificial dive reef.
Water Based Adventure On Lizard /sland
Lizard Island Experience

Water Based Adventure On Lizard /sland

Lizard Island guests can enjoy an extensive range of activities including snorkelling directly off a private beach, as well as the unlimited use of non-motorised water sports and motorised dinghies.
Reef Explorations
Capella Lodge Experience

Reef Explorations

Lord Howe Island is home to the world’s southern-most coral reef. Protected by marine reserves, it harbours a kaleidoscope of tropical fish, turtles and marine invertebrates.
Motorised Dinghies
Lizard Island Experience

Motorised Dinghies

Explore the Great Barrier Reef in your own private dinghy and after a spot of snorkelling, cast anchor at a secluded beach, picnic hamper in tow.
Expedition to Balls Pyramid
Capella Lodge Experience

Expedition to Balls Pyramid

Balls Pyramid is the world’s largest sea stack and is home to extraordinary birdlife. The surrounding waters teem with marine life and provide an unparalleled adventure for experienced divers.
Diving Admiralty /slands
Capella Lodge Experience

Diving Admiralty /slands

Ranked highly as among the country’s best dive sites, the Admiralty Islands are a fascinating group of volcanic formations - home to impressive pinnacles, coral reefs and teaming with schooling fish.
Water Sports On Lord Howe /sland
Capella Lodge Experience

Water Sports On Lord Howe /sland

A leisurely day at Capella Lodge may be spent kayaking or sweeping over Lord Howe Island’s calm 10-kilometre-long lagoonlagoon on a stand up paddle board.
Journey to Heart /sland
qualia Experience

Journey to Heart /sland

The ultimate adventure to the iconic Heart Reef. Fly by helicopter to the private Heart Island pontoon and snorkel in the lagoon close to the beating heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
Marine and /sland Life
True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Marine and /sland Life

Fish, snorkel and dive the Abrolhos Islands, Ningaloo Reef and the marvellous Monte Bello Islands.
Guided Sea Dart Adventures
Lizard Island Experience

Guided Sea Dart Adventures

Exploring the Great Barrier Reef has never been this exciting. Guided Sea Dart tours offer a thrilling way to explore the vibrant coral reefs surrounding Lizard Island.
Drift Snorkelling Experience
Silky Oaks Lodge Experience

Drift Snorkelling Experience

Drift-snorkelling along the Mossman River is at times fast and exciting, other times slow and relaxing, all under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Guided Kayaking Snorkelling Trips
Sal Salis Experience

Guided Kayaking Snorkelling Trips

The lagoons in the Ningaloo Reef are some of the best snorkelling spots, as they showcase the life-cycle of the reef. Sal Salis' guided kayak-snorkel tours take you further off shore to snorkel some of the deeper lagoons.
Great Barrier Reef Touring
Silky Oaks Lodge Experience

Great Barrier Reef Touring

There is so much to see and do on the Great Barrier Reef, from snorkelling and diving to above water activities of underwater observatories, semi-submersibles and helicopter tours.
Ah Bowers Waterhole Sunset
Mt Mulligan Lodge Experience

Ah Bowers Waterhole Sunset

Spend a tranquil afternoon down on the banks of the Hodgkinson River at Ah Bowers (Mulligan’s Waterhole) and soak up the serenity of the outback on this sunset tour.
Glass Bottom Boat
Capella Lodge Experience

Glass Bottom Boat

Observe the colourful and mesmerising inhabitants of the lagoon’s reef and coral holes such as the endemic double-header wrasse, stingrays and turtles.
Mossman River
Silky Oaks Lodge Experience

Mossman River

Silky Oaks Lodge has an unrivalled riverside location on the beautiful Mossman River just downstream from the Mossman Gorge. The river provides abundant activities for guests to enjoy and immerse themselves in this incredible tropical location.
Exclusive Use Of Zebedee Springs
El Questro Homestead Experience

Exclusive Use Of Zebedee Springs

Set amongst a backdrop of sheer cliffs and Livistonia palms, Zebedee Springs is a magical place to relax and rejuvenate after a busy day of adventure.
Miri Miri Waterfall
El Questro Homestead Experience

Miri Miri Waterfall

Fly by helicopter to a remote corner of the El Questro Homestead Wilderness Park where you will find Miri Miri - a spring-fed waterfall cascading over a 50m drop.
Swimming With Whale Sharks
Sal Salis Experience

Swimming With Whale Sharks

Get an up-close-and-personal view of these gentle giants - snorkelling alongside their huge 1.5 metre-diameter mouths is a once in a lifetime experience!
Turtle Encounters
Capella Lodge Experience

Turtle Encounters

Lord Howe Island’s protected marine environment makes an ideal home to both green sea turtles and hawksbills and a small number of expert turtle guides an unforgettable experience to get up close.
Fish Feeding At Ned’s Beach
Capella Lodge Experience

Fish Feeding At Ned’s Beach

At any time of day, wade into the shallows at Neds Beach on Lord Howe Island to hand-feed the mullet, wrasse, garfish, silver-drummer, spangled-emperor and the metre-long kingfish.
Whitsunday /slands Beach Drop Offs
qualia Experience

Whitsunday /slands Beach Drop Offs

Travel by boat to one of many local beaches by boat to enjoy a gourmet picnic, then do a little swimming and bask in the Whitsundays sunshine.
Nature Hikes /n Northern Outback Queensland
Mt Mulligan Lodge Experience

Nature Hikes /n Northern Outback Queensland

Head out on two feet from Mt Mulligan Lodge and discover the rugged outback and verdant scenery of Far North Queensland on several bespoke hikes through the landscape.
Whitehaven Wonder
qualia Experience

Whitehaven Wonder

Sail to Whitehaven Beach from qualia and enjoy the incredible views across the Whitsundays, soak up the sunshine and swim at this remote and iconic Australian beach.
Hamilton /sland Ocean Swim
qualia Experience

Hamilton /sland Ocean Swim

Whether you’re striving for a personal best, or to simply enjoy the view, the Hamilton Island Ocean Swim is perfect for all fitness levels and abilities.
Champagne Springs Walk Returning By Helicopter
El Questro Homestead Experience

Champagne Springs Walk Returning By Helicopter

Walk through the lush, tropical, hidden valley of Champagne Springs to reach a waterhole with cascading falls. A helicopter awaits for a scenic return flight.
Swimming With Humpback Whales
Sal Salis Experience

Swimming With Humpback Whales

Sal Salis guests have the opportunity to swim with humpback whales from June to November each year or may witness a whale breaching the surface just beyond the breakers of the Ningaloo Reef from the comfort of the camp.
Whitsunday /slands Half and Full Day Luxury Charters
qualia Experience

Whitsunday /slands Half and Full Day Luxury Charters

Explore the surrounding Whitsunday Islands on a private charter, snorkelling fringing coral reefs or relaxing on your own private beach.
Amaroo Falls By Helicopter
El Questro Homestead Experience

Amaroo Falls By Helicopter

Only accessible by helicopter, the majestic setting at the top of one of our highest waterfalls offers an enthralling guided walk through a series of smaller falls and pristine waterholes.
Hamilton /sland Triathlon
qualia Experience

Hamilton /sland Triathlon

Set in one of Australia’s most beautiful locations, the Hamilton Island Triathlon provides the ultimate test of endurance in the ultimate location.
Champagne Springs By Helicopter
El Questro Homestead Experience

Champagne Springs By Helicopter

The perfect way for guests at El Questro Homestead to greet The Kimberley dawn is with a spectacular morning helicopter flight to Champagne Springs.
Bullo Helicopter Touring
Bullo River Station Experience

Bullo Helicopter Touring

See Bullo River Station's half a million acres of breathtaking pristine landscape by helicopter. Fly along winding gorges and land near private waterfalls to enjoy a gourmet picnic or explore swimming holes high up on the escarpment, far away from crocodiles.

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