About this experience
This experience is for CONFIDENT SWIMMERS ONLY. If you are NOT CONFIDENT, we strongly recommend the Private One-on-One Experience
Join fellow ocean lovers on this open group snorkel tour at Shelly Beach, one of Sydney’s most iconic marine sanctuaries.
Explore the perfect mix of adventure and connection with crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life and postcard views.
All participants must be able to swim unassisted and confidently in the ocean.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Snorkel, mask and rash vest
- Guide
Not included
- Wetsuit
- Underwater photo package
Itinerary and highlights
Meet your qualified guide at Shelly Beach, one of Sydney’s most sheltered and scenic snorkel spots. After a short safety briefing, your guide fits your mask and snorkel, provides a rash vest, and offers a flotation aid (pool noodle) for extra comfort. We begin in the shallows to check fit and technique before making a relaxed swim along the reef edge inside the protected bay.
Moving at an easy pace with regular surface stops, your guide points out local species and shares tips for spotting marine life often including Eastern Blue Gropers, schools of reef fish, rays, and much more. The route is chosen on the day to match conditions and group ability, keeping to calm areas for the best visibility and a stress-free experience.
This is an open-group experience designed for confident ocean swimmers who can swim unassisted. In-water supervision is provided throughout; marine life sightings vary with weather, season, and visibility.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet beside the ERB (Emergency Response Beacon), the yellow-red solar lifesaving pole at Shelly Beach. Arrive up to 15 min early. Text/iMessage/WhatsApp After we meet, we’ll put the phone away and head into the water.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Snorkelling Shelly Beach
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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