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Byron Bay Snorkel at Julian Rocks - 2.5 Hours

Snorkel and freedive with Turtles, Manta and Eagle rays, harmless Leopard sharks and thousands of fish at Julian Rocks Marine sanctuary in Byron Bay!
Byron Bay Snorkel at Julian Rocks - 2.5 Hours

Highlights

  • Snorkel Julian Rocks

  • An incredible sanctuary for Turtles

  • See Mantas & Eagle rays

  • Harmless Leopard sharks

  • Thousands of fish

  • Humpback whales in winter

You won’t want to miss this snorkelling experience at Julian Rocks Marine Sanctuary located in Byron Bay. 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. Learn from the onboard marine biologist, giving you guidance and amazing insight into the marine life below.

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Inclusions

  • Premium Mask
  • Snorkel
  • Fins
  • Wetsuit
  • Marine Biologist Guide
  • Small, intimate group

Duration

  • This experience will takes approximately 120 minutes

Departure Location

  • This tour departs from Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour just 15 minutes north of Byron Bay and 30 minutes south of Coolangatta
  • Drive into the Boat Harbour and look for the Blue Seafaris flag

What To Bring

  • Camera
  • Water
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Reef-safe sunscreen

Additional Information

  • TOUR DEPARTS AT THE SCHEDULED TIME. DEPARTURE TIMES ARE NSW TIME ZONE - Please take note if arriving from Queensland.
  • YOU MUST ARRIVE 15 MINS BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME - The operator will not wait for those arriving late.
  • You will receive a confirmation email detailing where to go, what to bring and including a liability waiver.
  • It is mandatory that you complete the liability waiver for all participants BEFORE you arrive.
  • If conditions change we will notify you of any rescheduling by email and SMS. Please ensure you enter your mobile to the booking form.
  • It is your responsibility to check your messages for any changes to the scheduled departure.
  • Maximum of 12 guests on board
  • The experiences operates within suitable conditions. Please keep your phone close by and check your messages/email in case of cancellation or rescheduling.
  • No wheelchair access

Terms And Conditions

  • Must be able to swim 200m
  • Minimum age 7 years old
  • Must be of reasonable fitness

Cancellation Policy

  • Trips depart daily dependant on weather, tide and sea conditions. In the event the tour is cancelled due to unsuitable conditions you will be rescheduled to the next available tour or receive a credit voucher.
  • Should you wish to alter or cancel your booking we require a minimum 48 hours notice otherwise your purchase is forfeit.
  • You must be able to swim 200 metres unassisted and be of reasonable fitness.

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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