Coral Bay Ecotours
Hours: 8am - 6pm
A world of adventure and experiences suited to all — Whale Sharks, Manta Rays, Turtles, Whales, snorkelling — it’s all here waiting for you. The only CARBON NEUTRAL tourism operator on the Ningaloo Reef — all the fun you can handle with the confidence that you will leave ZERO carbon footprints.
Coral Bay Ecotours are located on the beautiful waters of Coral Bay. offering whale shark tours, coral viewing tours on the glass-bottom boat and amazing wildlife experience tours including snorkelling with the majestic resident Coral Bay manta rays.
Enjoy a leisurely cruise in style on board our spacious multi-level boat Thunder. Sit back, relax and take in the sights and scenery as we travel the short journey to the whales’ playground.
The Humpback whales migrate through Coral Bay from June to October every year. Visit these incredible and inquisitive mammals in their natural environment playing, tail-slapping, breaching, waving and slapping massive pectoral fins, rolling and even sleeping! Because the local waters are a safe haven for migrating whales, we regularly see resting mothers and calves as they frolic in the calm waters of Bateman’s Bay. Not only can you see the iconic Humpback whales, but we also often encounter many other marine animals like turtles, dolphins, dugongs and other whale species such as Minke’s, Southern rights, even Orca’s throughout the trip.
The tour departs runs for three hours. Our friendly and knowledgeable crew will look after you throughout the tour, offering information about the Ningaloo Reef and its marine life. One complimentary champagne and finger food is provided and you can also byo.
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Join us to observe humpback whales in their natural environment. If conditions are safe, and we are able to do so, guests may be able to experience an in water interaction with these majestic animals as well!
Humpback whale season in Coral Bay begins at the end of June and runs through to mid October. During this time it is estimated around 30,000 whales pass through Ningaloo Reef on their annual migration, sometimes stopping to rest, shelter, and play in the calm waters of Coral Bay.
We are dealing with Mother Nature and animal behavior. Therefore opportunities will vary from day to day. Nothing in nature is guaranteed, however every effort will be made to ensure you have an amazing day out. For each tour there is 14 swimming spots available.
If and when our trained guide deems it is safe to do so, swimming guests will enter the water at a safe distance from the animals either from the side or in front of the whales path. It is then all up to the whales and each interaction will be on their terms. Humpback whales can be curious and may approach swimmers, or they simply may pass by. An in water interaction is defined as being in the water within the exclusive contact zone.
Humpback wildlife tour guest will not participate in the swimming with humpback whales however, if there is not already 14 interaction swimmers you may upgrade on the boat.
Humpback interaction observers will partake in everything except getting in the water.
Wild Life Swimmer will partake in everything except swimming with humpback
There is no refund and no repeat offered.
This full day action packed marine ecotour adventure includes wet suits and snorkel equipment, fantastic food (morning tea, full lunch and afternoon snacks), drinks (coffee, tea, milo and cordial).
The highlight of this fantastic marine ecotour is the opportunity to swim with the awe inspiring manta ray, which the professional Eco tours staff will endeavour to deliver, in what has become almost a daily event in Coral Bay on the Ningaloo Reef. Why not embrace this opportunity to go snorkeling in Coral Bay with one of the largest winged creatures that inhabit our ocean?
Our Ultimate Wildlife Experience — an amazing day on board our state-of-the-art eco tour vessel, Kurni-Ku, with its large upper deck viewing area makes it perfect for observing the tropical reef and all of its inhabitants. On this six to seven hour adventure you have the opportunity to snorkel on the magnificent Ningaloo coral reef, seeing hundreds of types of reef fish and exciting aquatic life such as reef sharks, turtles, giant clams and octopus. The unique shallow draft allows us to get to the very best snorkeling sites that the spectacular Ningaloo Reef has to offer!
Other marine mammals that may be encountered but not snorkeled with due to strict conservation efforts might include dolphins, dugongs and humpback whales (seasonal).
This tour in search of Manta Rays and other marine life is offered daily. While sightings cannot be guaranteed, research involvement allows us to expect to enjoy Manta Rays, Turtles and Reef sharks most days of the year.
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- Spacious observer/sun deck.
- Unique shallow draft
- All weather protection, including huge shaded area.
- Comfortable cushioned seating for all passengers.
- Easy access into the water.
- Spacious change room with toilet facilities, hand basin, etc.
Ecotour: License K. Bailye HQ68969CB
Let us take you on a tour of a lifetime. Join us on an unforgettable experience of a lifetime for a chance to swim with the biggest fish in the sea, the majestic Whale Sharks. The tour runs for approx. 8 to 10 hours.
Your tour begins at 7:30 am at the Coral Bay Ecotours office, followed by a short bus transfer to the jetty to board the vessel. Then we head out for your first reef snorkel experience in the beautiful coral gardens, where you may encounter numerous fish, reef sharks, and other marine species.
After morning tea, we begin our journey to the outer reef. By this time our spotter plane is already searching for our whale sharks and informing us of any other exciting marine life spotted along the way! We will do our best to allow you to experience as much wildlife as possible during our tour. Once our spotter plane has found a whale shark, our boat will make its way there. Guests will be split into 2 groups of 10 and take turns to swim with the whale shark. To ensure that we don’t disturb its natural habits, we are allowed a maximum one hour of swimming time with the whale shark.
We stop along the way home for a second reef snorkel at a different site. To finish the day, we celebrate with a glass of champagne and fruit platter.
Our photographer will be taking photos and/or video footage of your day; available for purchase on a USB for an additional cost at the end of the tour.
We Provide: A full buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, all snorkel equipment including long wetsuits, fresh drinking water, tea, coffee, sunscreen and toilet.
What you need to bring: Towel, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit, water bottle, warm clothing.
Please note: While every effort is made to provide you with the opportunity to see and interact with the wildlife, we cannot guarantee nature.
We do not offer non-sighting repeat offers or refunds for this tour.
Whale Shark Tour: License K. Bailye HQ69375WSC
Let us take you on a tour of a lifetime. Join us on an unforgettable experience of a lifetime for a chance to swim with the biggest fish in the sea, the majestic Whale Sharks. The tour runs for approx. 8 to 10 hours.
Your tour begins at 7:30 am at the Coral Bay Ecotours office, followed by a short bus transfer to the jetty to board the vessel. Then we head out for your first reef snorkel experience in the beautiful coral gardens, where you may encounter numerous fish, reef sharks, and other marine species.
After morning tea, we begin our journey to the outer reef. By this time our spotter plane is already searching for our whale sharks and informing us of any other exciting marine life spotted along the way! We will do our best to allow you to experience as much wildlife as possible during our tour. Once our spotter plane has found a whale shark, our boat will make its way there. Guests will be split into 2 groups of 10 and take turns to swim with the whale shark. To ensure that we don’t disturb its natural habits, we are allowed a maximum one hour of swimming time with the whale shark.
We stop along the way home for a second reef snorkel at a different site. To finish the day, we celebrate with a glass of champagne and fruit platter.
Our photographer will be taking photos and/or video footage of your day; available for purchase on a USB for an additional cost at the end of the tour.
We Provide: A full buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, all snorkel equipment including long wetsuits, fresh drinking water, tea, coffee, sunscreen and toilet.
What you need to bring: Towel, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit, water bottle, warm clothing.
Please note: While every effort is made to provide you with the opportunity to see and interact with the wildlife, we cannot guarantee nature.
We do not offer non-sighting repeat offers or refunds for this tour.
Whale Shark Tour: License K. Bailye HQ69375WSC
If company cancels tour for whatever reason a full refund is given.
In the event of tour cancellation by the passenger the following terms and conditions apply:
- Passenger provides more than 4 days' notice - 25% of total tour cost applies.
- Passenger Provides less than 4 days' notice - 100% of total tour cost applies
Due to the latest WA government mandates we now require that all patrons joining our tours (over the age of 16 years) are fully vaccinated against COVID19 unless medically exempt.