Snorkelling Tour of Julian Rocks
Enjoy a Two Hour Snorkeling Tour of Julian Rocks Led by a Marine Biologist and Swim Amongst Sea Creatures
NSW
people
1 participant
hours
- • Swim with Rays, Sharks, Turtles and More
- • Join a Marine Biologist on a Snorkeling Tour
- • Snorkel Around One of Australia's Best Dive Spots
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Julian Rocks Experience Gifts: Explore Julian Rocks (Nguthungulli) Nature Reserve underwater on this expert-led snorkeling tour and swim with rays, sharks, turtles and more.
Head down to the stunning Byron Bay coastline and meet your guide for a seaborne adventure to remember. Grab your wetsuit and flippers, hop on the vessel, and get out onto the blue waters. Being a marine biologist, your guide will tell all about the variety of sea life residing around Julian Rocks and the Byron Bay Coast. Once ready, you'll be able to dive right in. Immerse yourself in another world as you glide around the reef, taking in its beauty. The Julian Rocks reef area is fairly sheltered and light, making this a great trip for both new and experienced divers. Float around the bustling ecosystem and swim amongst its vibrant wildlife scene. You're bound to spot dolphins, manta rays, leopard sharks, grey nurse sharks and turtles - and that's just to name a few!
The Snorkeling Tour of Julian Rocks makes a magical experience gift for anyone with a love of the ocean, and is a great way to explore one of Australia's most famous snorkel spots.
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Experience Overview:
Snorkelling Tour Of Julian Rocks2.5km off Byron Bay’s Main Beach a rock formation called known locally by it Indigenous name of ‘Nguthungulli‘. Also known as Julian Rocks Nature Reserve, this rocky outcrop is rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia. 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. It's a perfect environment for snorkelling and freediving with prolific fish life and multiple areas to explore.
Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline onboard our comfortable purpose built vessel “Out Of The Blue”. We often encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks!
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
WHAT TO WEAR & BRING
- Hat & Change of Dry Clothes
- Sunglasses
- Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Towels & Swimmers
- Drinking Water
- Underwater Camera
- Seasick tablets if needed (some require you to take them 30mins prior to departure)
SWIMMING ABILITY
Please be aware - For the safety of our passengers and crew, if during your tour, any of our crew members determine that snorkellers are unable to swim 200 metres unassisted, as agreed to at the time of booking and on the waiver, they will not be able to participate in the snorkeling activity and will be asked to remain on the vessel throughout the activity. No refund will be offered. It is a requirement to be a competent swimmer for snorkeling and diving activities at Julian Rocks Nature Reserve, which can experience strong currents.
TIMING
Important: Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure time. A safety briefing will be done, any passenger not present for the briefing will forfeit their ticket and will not be able to join the cruise. The boat cannot wait for late passengers.
Please ensure you check NSW daylight savings time in advance if you are planning your journey from Queensland.
WEATHER & OCEAN DEPENDENT
Please keep in mind that all cruises are dependent on ocean and weather conditions. If conditions where to change and become unsafe or unsuitable to operate, we will try our very best to notify you 1.5hrs + before cruise departure, but keep in mind that this is not guaranteed and cruises can be cancelled at any time (even at the wharf or during the cruise) if conditions are deemed unsuitable or unsafe.
Attention Groups
Please book all in one order or add to your notes that you are with another group, so we can try our best to sit you together.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 2 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Organized by
Out Of The Blue Adventures
OCEAN ADVENTURES • RIVER CRUISES • WHALE WATCHING •PRIVATE CHARTERS
Out Of The Blue Adventures offers first-class Whale Watching (June to November), Dolphin Watching, Julian Rocks Snorkeling, Julian Coastal Discovery & Scenic Sunset River Cruises (December- May). Enjoy encounters with whales, dolphins and other marine life. Explore secluded beaches and sheer cliffs along the breathtaking coastline between Ballina and Byron Bay. View Byron Lighthouse from a whole new perspective as you navigate Australia’s most easterly point. Bask in a glorious sunset on the tranquil Richmond River as you enjoy a cool beverage and learn about the region and wildlife from our onboard Marine Biologist.
Available for private charters. 20 guests max per vessel.
Bookings & Live Availability are available online. https://www.outoftheblueadventures.com
Tel: 0407 522 422
Boarding at Lance Ferris Wharf, 12-24 Fawcett St, Ballina
Destination: Ballina, Byron, Byron Bay, Lennox Head
Product SKU: AU-2313-0002
Google Business Profile: Out Of The Blue Adventures
Julian Rocks Snorkeling Tour
NSW
people
1 participant
hours
- • Swim with Rays, Sharks, Turtles and More
- • Join a Marine Biologist on a Snorkeling Tour
- • Snorkel Around One of Australia's Best Dive Spots
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