About this tour
Spend three and a half hours exploring three islands off the Australian coast in search of wild bottlenose dolphins, the world's rarest sea lions, and prolific seabirds. Your qualified crew navigates you to limestone reefs and rocky outcrops where marine life congregates, pointing out feeding patterns and behaviour as you snorkel in wetsuits supplied by the boat. Safety and ocean ethics shape every moment—you're not just watching wildlife, you're learning to read it.
Highlights
- Encounter wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat
- Swim with critically endangered Australian sea lions
- Spot pelican rookeries and hunting raptors
- Explore limestone reefs and rocky underwater formations
- All snorkelling gear provided; no experience needed
- Crew-guided marine behaviour interpretation throughout
- Lunch included; photos uploaded same day
What to expect
Board a spacious, stable vessel and head out to three separate island sites. Your crew briefs you on technique and points out where dolphins or sea lions were spotted recently. You'll enter the water in provided wetsuits and fins, staying within sight of the boat. Expect underwater visibility of limestone shelves and crevices where fish congregate—seabirds dive above whilst you watch below. Between swims, eat lunch on deck and scan the horizon with binoculars. Sightings vary by season and tide, but bottlenose dolphins and sea lions are common.
Good to know
Bring sunscreen and a hat for deck time. Public transport reaches the departure point. All fitness levels welcome; flotation devices supplied. Photos taken by crew are shared via Flickr the same day. Seasickness medication recommended if prone.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.