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✓ 2026-09-29| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Bay snorkeling tour: Glass bottom boat and two reef sitesBest value | AU$ 120 p.p. | AU$ 120 | 2h | 4.80★ · 104 | free | — |
| Coral Bay Glass Bottom Boat Turtle Tour: Reef and snorkel | AU$ 160 p.p. | AU$ 160 | 3h | 4.84★ · 167 | free | — |
| Snorkeling at Coral Bay: Manta Rays & ReefOur pick | AU$ 350 p.p. | AU$ 350 | 7h | 4.81★ · 562 | free | — |
| Ningaloo Reef snorkeling tour: Manta rays, sharks and turtlesTop rated | AU$ 350 p.p. | AU$ 350 | 7h | 4.97★ · 273 | free | — |
| Coral Bay: Whale Shark Swim & Reef Snorkel Tour with Photos | AU$ 745 p.p. | AU$ 745 | 8h–9h | 4.76★ · 173 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 5 options: AU$ 120–AU$ 745 (median AU$ 350).
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Coral Bay snorkeling tour: Glass bottom boat and two reef sitesThis 2-hour snorkeling activity in Coral Bay takes place aboard a custom glass bottom boat, with stops at two separate reef sites where you snorkel among tropical fish and coral gardens along the Ningaloo Reef. Equipment is included; the boat departs from the beach in front of the shop, a short walk from where you check in. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour and the experience suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?The glass bottom boat means you see the reef twice—once from above the water, once from inside it—so a single 2-hour outing covers more ground and more perspectives than a standard snorkel from the beach alone.
Coral Bay Glass Bottom Boat Turtle Tour: Reef and snorkelA 3-hour glass bottom boat tour in Coral Bay combines underwater viewing of turtles and coral with snorkeling at two reef sites. You board a custom-designed vessel 2–3 minutes' walk from the shop, watch turtles in their natural habitat through the hull, and choose when to enter the water. Coffee, tea and a tour escort are included; the tour runs year-round.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to watch turtles feeding without entering the water—the glass bottom boat is the only way to see them undisturbed and still get close. If you do want to snorkel, the two reef stops give you that choice without forcing it.
Snorkeling at Coral Bay: Manta Rays & ReefSnorkel four separate sites around Coral Bay on the Ningaloo Reef, starting at Bills Bay with reef sharks and coral gardens, then a sea turtle sanctuary, Bateman's Bay with manta rays (located by spotter plane), and a final afternoon snorkel on the return. A live English-speaking guide leads the activity; lunch, afternoon tea, snacks and coffee are included. The full day runs 7 hours from the Coral Bay Ecotours office, with a short bus transfer to the jetty and boat transport between sites.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide spotting mantas from a spotter plane while you snorkel at multiple reef sites with other guests; choose a private charter instead if you prefer to snorkel alone or with only your group.
Ningaloo Reef snorkeling tour: Manta rays, sharks and turtlesA full-day snorkeling tour of Ningaloo Reef where you swim with manta rays, tiger sharks, loggerhead turtles and hundreds of coral species, guided by crew with over 20 years on the reef. The boat carries morning and afternoon tea, a freshly cooked lunch, in-water tour photos, and all snorkel gear; the day runs seven hours and includes a restroom on board.Is it for me?This is a shared tour with a live guide, so you're in a group moving between sites together—the crew's 20 years on the reef means they position the boat where the animals are, not where the crowds gather. Book this if you want to swim with multiple species in one day and have the logistics (gear, food, photos) handled for you, rather than arranging snorkeling stops on your own.
Coral Bay: Whale Shark Swim & Reef Snorkel Tour with PhotosYou’ll swim beside gentle whale sharks off Coral Bay, guided by locals who know these waters inside out. Snorkel vibrant coral gardens, share laughs over lunch onboard, and take home a full photo package — plus those moments when time slows down underwater.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Snorkeling at Coral Bay: Manta Rays & Reef is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.81 out of 5 across 562 reviews.
