AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular snorkeling in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
High-speed ocean rafting from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with snorkelling, park walks, and gear included.
“What a fantastic day. Very enjoyable day. well looked after by our crew. Riptide Snorkeling was definitely a highlight. Not rush either, plenty of time to see the wonders of the barrier Reef.”
Snorkel (or scuba) on a Cairns superyacht to two outer Great Barrier Reef sites. Includes BBQ lunch, gear, and optional helicopter.
“This is an amazing experience for all age ranges. It’s important to note that they need confirmation from a doctor if you are over a certain age in order to dive (this information is sent to you in multiple emails prior to the tour). We visited two reef locations and had an outstanding time on…”
Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and two Great Barrier Reef snorkel stops from Airlie Beach on a high-speed Red Cat cruise, with lunch included.
“We all enjoyed this trip very much. The crew members were all amazing Just be careful about motion sickness.”
Cairns Great Barrier Reef day trip: guided snorkelling at two exclusive sites, full meals, hot showers, and optional intro scuba.
“The tour was amazing, we spent whole 3,5 hours snorkelling the great barrier. The crew was really supportive and was always taking care of the passengers. Besides, as we were a really small group of people, we had the pleasure of exploring the barrier without crashing each other or even being bothered by somebody else…”
A small-group Magnetic Island half-day with snorkeling, paddle boarding, a real snorkel lesson, and reef-guides plus morning tea and snacks.
“What an amazing experience! Adam was a wealth of knowledge, and so clearly passionate about Magnetic island. The island itself is so beautiful from the sea, we spent a lovely time in a beautiful little bay where we could swim in the ocean and go out on paddle boards and clamber up to a stunning…”
Small-group half-day Great Barrier Reef snorkel from Cairns with fast boats, guided floating, stinger suits in season, and snacks.
“We had a great time on Maverick on Feb 9 at 8am. The guides and captain were all helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. Sadly, many animals were shy so we didn’t see much a variety but the corals, blue starfish, and fish were so pretty. Much appreciated that they took pictures and posted them for us…”
Scenic flight over the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef, then a fast raft ride with snorkeling at Whitehaven and Hill Inlet.
“Great experience. Tour guides were brilliant, Heath and Jenna were fantastic. Best snorkelling I’ve ever done. Flight was amazing. Couldn’t recommend enough. The package deal is Phenomenal value for money”
Port Douglas outer Great Barrier Reef snorkeling cruise with marine biologists, three reef sites, gear, lunch, and free photos.
“Great friends crew, made you feel super comfortable. Knowable crew of the area, the ecosystems & animals. Great lunch so a 10/10 day!”
Full-day catamaran to Lady Musgrave Island from Bundaberg with snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, island walk, and meals.
“First we are doubtful, if we are too vulnerable to have a nice day. We are a little bit oder and the sea sickness.... Every time we feel secure and comfortable in the breathtaking event. Also older and disabled person stay together with us. We Read more”
Sail on a classic schooner from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, walk Hill Inlet, and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef fringes.
“Boat is magnificent, snorkelling spot could be better”
Small-group sailing cruise from Port Douglas to Low Isles: snorkelling, marine biologist glass-bottom boat tour, and buffet lunch.
“Totally recommend this full day low isles cruise and snorkel experience. We were well looked after from marine talks, island walks, glass boat opertunity/option and 2 snorkel opertunity/optio . Lunch was also excellent.”
Whitsunday Islands day trip by speedboat: snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, picnic on Whitehaven Beach, and see Hill Inlet views plus whales.
“the day was perfect and fun from start to finish. Dane, Luke and lovely Bella we're amazing, informative, fun and safe. me and my friend laughed from start to finish and woke up with sore throats from how much laughing we did. don't miss your trip on big fury!! 🤍”
Port Douglas to Low Isles: glass-bottom boat views, guided lagoon snorkel, island walk, and tea, coffee, muffins and fruit.
“Awesome morning snorkelling the low isles! Loved that you have options so we were able to spend more time snorkelling than other tours. Having a marine biologist snorkel alongside was fantastic. Got to see a guitar shark and so many turtles and fish on a perfectly clear day. Dolphins on the way back was an…”
A full Moreton Island day trip from Brisbane with guided snorkelling over the Tangalooma Wrecks, resort access, lunch, and dolphin talks.
“Great friendly guides, saw lots of fish and even a turtle or 2, loved the experience just wished snorkelling time was longer.”
Half-day Low Isles snorkeling from Port Douglas with provided gear, snacks, and calm-reef time plus optional glass-bottom boat.
“Very friendly and knowledgeable crew. The boat was very clean, the snorkeling was amazing, we saw so much ang the guides made it really interesting on the reef and on the island walk.”
