15 Tours in Exmouth to Build a Day Around

1.Swim with Whale Sharks in the Ningaloo Reef: 3 Island Shark Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 919 reviews · from $444Our pick

Join Three Islands Whale Shark Dive from Exmouth for an 8-hour Ningaloo Reef outing. A spotter plane helps find whale sharks, while the boat crew leads several swims, reef snorkeling, and wildlife watching. Expect included gear, meals, drinks, hotel transfers, and professional underwater photos, with a maximum of 20 people.

“This experience was absolutely incredible! Worth every single penny! The crew was great, the ship was lovely, and of course the whale sharks!! It was truly unforgettable and I am so happy I was able to experience it.”

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2.Swimming with the Whale Sharks – Ningaloo Reef (Exmouth)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · from $451

Set out from Exmouth aboard Ningaloo Blue, a 65-foot vessel with shaded seating and an observation deck. From April to August, the crew searches for whale sharks. From September to November, humpback swims may be offered instead. Your day includes hotel pickup, breakfast, lunch, wetsuit, snorkel gear, two water outings, and a maximum of 18 people.

“The enthusiasm of the staff to fulfill our day of swimming with the whale sharks. Not only did we see and swim with the whale sharks five times but snorkelled the reef seeing a manta ray, a shark, lots of beautiful fish and more. An excellent day!”

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3.Half Day Snorkel 2.5hr Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $104Best value

Join Ken, Janine and the Cape Immersion crew for a small-group Ningaloo Reef snorkel from Exmouth. The high-speed boat carries no more than 12 people to two reef sites when conditions allow. Equipment, snacks and transport are included, but bring or hire a wetsuit for the cool water.

“Well run nice little inexpensive trip out into the lagoon . Saw some interesting stuff including a dugong which was a real bonus”

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4.Turtle Tour – Ningaloo Reef Half Day Sea Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · from $107

Join Exmouth Adventure Co for a 3.5-hour kayak and snorkel trip in Ningaloo’s Bundegi Sanctuary Zone. Guides such as Julia, Nick, Kayleigh, and Neil lead groups of up to eight through turtle nursery waters, reef sites, and kayak-only snorkel moorings. Gear, snacks, photos, and hotel transfers are included.

“Had an amazing time at turquoise bay all due to our tour guide Colton. Me and my partner first time snorkelling along with being poor swimmers but still got to see everything. Colton helped me and my partner with aid of floats join in to thRead more”

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5.Ningaloo Reef Snorkel and Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · from $197

Join Cape Immersion Tours for a six-hour snorkeling day on Ningaloo Reef from Exmouth. Guides such as Ken, Janine, Jamie, and Max take small groups to shallow coral sites aboard a compact boat. Expect several snorkel stops, turtles, rays, sharks, fish, possible dolphins or dugongs, snacks, snorkeling gear, and a cooked lunch. Bring or hire a wetsuit.

“Janine our guide was very friendly and passionate about the area, lunch and snacks provided was delicious. We had a great time and would definitely go again. The boat was not super fancy but served the purpose of the day. I liked the explanations and planning of the process when we were going out of the boat.”

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6.Swim with Humpback Whales – Ningaloo Reef – 3 Islands Whale Shark Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $430

Join Three Islands Whale Shark Dive from Exmouth for an 8-hour Ningaloo Marine Park trip during the humpback season. A spotter plane helps locate whales, while the crew provides wetsuits, snorkel gear, meals, photos, and careful in-water support. The small group is limited to 14 people, with reef snorkeling included.

“To be in the water and see the humpback mother and calf swim under us about 8 meters away - truly amazing. The teamwork and professionalism of vessel crew were outstanding and ensured a perfect day. Thank you 3 Islands - you did a great job. Will be back for the whale shark next year.”

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7.Lagoon Explorer – Ningaloo Reef Full-Day Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $200

Spend about eight hours kayaking Ningaloo’s sheltered lagoons and snorkelling from shore or kayak. Exmouth Adventure Co provides gear, instruction, lunch, and pickup. Guides such as Rosie, Neri, Mary, Loz, Neil, and Elijah lead small groups of up to eight, with the route chosen for the day’s conditions.

“Mary and Loz were awesome, informative hosts. Excellent day. We saw lots of fish, rays, dolphins and corals. Highly recommend”

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8.Sunset Cruise Wildlife Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $176

Set out from 200 Madaffari Drive in Exmouth at 4:25 pm for a two-hour sunset cruise along Ningaloo Reef. Keep watch for humpback whales from August to mid-October, plus dolphins and turtles. The boat carries up to 29 people, with snacks and drinks served as the light fades. Pickup is available.

“An amazing experience from our friendly pick up to being gifted to see such beautiful creatures up close. Thanks to the captain and crew.”

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9.Deluxe Mega Fauna Humpback or Whaleshark Swim Ningaloo Reef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $430

Spend a full day on Ningaloo Reef with a maximum of 14 people, using snorkel gear and a support plane to find wild whale sharks, humpback whales, or manta rays. Captain Geoff, Mat, Tash, and Joss lead the day, with several swim chances, lunch, snacks, and drinks included.

“Such a wonderful day out. Very friendly staff and easy to follow instructions. Got to swim with a beautiful whale shark. Worth every penny.”

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10.Guided Ningaloo Reef Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · 7 hours · from $155

Spend seven hours exploring Ningaloo Reef from the beach with Exmouth Adventure Co. Guides such as Kim, Kathy, and Kolton help beginners and confident swimmers spot coral, fish, and turtles at Turquoise Bay plus Oyster Stacks or Lakeside, depending on tide and weather. Gear, lunch, morning tea, transport, and guide photos are included.

“Loved the two snorkels. Cathy was a very friendly guide, took great care of us and made a difficult day (windy and choppy conditions) into an incredible experience through her intimate knowledge of the area and local conditions.”

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11.Cape Range National Park Full-Day Trekking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $190

Start at 7:00 am from your Exmouth accommodation for a full day in Cape Range National Park. With guide Ian, walk remote ridgelines, rocky gullies, coastal plains, and dunes before a swim near Ningaloo Lagoon. Expect about 6 kilometres of uneven walking, a bush lunch, and a group of up to eight.

“Views and scenery, great guide, well organised good knowledge and experience. Catered to all our needs. Had a great day”

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12.Half Day Turtle Kayak & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 35 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Paddle through Exmouth Gulf’s Bundegi Sanctuary Zone with an English-speaking guide such as Kim, Kolton, Jules, or Neri. Look for turtles, rays, baby reef sharks, osprey, and fish from a sit-on-top kayak, then snorkel coral gardens from a kayak-only mooring. Transfers, equipment, snacks, sun gear, and photos are included.

“The tour was well managed and provided good info about how to use equipment. Jules did a great job. We saw heaps of tropical fish, colorful coral regenerating after the bleaching in January and a perfect sunny, windless day. Great value for money.”

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13.Ningaloo Reef Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $157

Spend about seven hours exploring Ningaloo Reef from the beach with a small group of up to eight people. Visit Turquoise Bay and a second site, either Oyster Stacks or Lakeside, chosen for the day’s tides and conditions. Guide Nick may lead the outing, with gear, wetsuits, morning tea, picnic lunch, transport on request, and photos included.

“Day of snorkelling in the setting of ningaloo reef the pearl of Western Australia .. our guide was very good and involved us in the experience to the fullest. Super happy with the diving and where it took us. Very nice picnic and lunch all togetherAuto-translated”

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14.Coral By Kayak – Ningaloo Reef Half Day Kayak & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $118

From Exmouth, you travel to Tantabiddi, paddle a double kayak to Ningaloo Reef, and snorkel from a kayak-only mooring. Your guide shares local stories, points out marine life, and takes complimentary photos. The four-hour trip suits fit visitors aged 8 and older, with a 110kg per-person kayak limit.

“Lovely day! Well planned and executed! Absolutely worth it for anyone who is interested in getting to know the local fishes 😉”

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15.3-Hour Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 3 hours · from $127

Join Coral Bay Ecotours for a three-hour whale-watching cruise from Coral Bay, running June to October. You will travel aboard a spacious multi-level boat to see humpback whales near Bateman’s Bay, with chances for turtles, dolphins, dugong, and other whales. Champagne, finger food, tea, coffee, water, and an onboard toilet are included.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the cruise, saw lots of whales, and the skipper was very good at finding them, as was his knowledge of whales. The nibbles served on board plus a couple of glasses of champagne to finish off was much appreciated”

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