Humpback Whale Safari: Swim with Whales and Enjoy Wildlife at Coral Bay, Australia

Experience the thrill of swimming with humpback whales and encounter a variety of wildlife on a safari in Coral Bay, Australia. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Coral Bay EcoTours - 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.

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Glass of Champagne
  • Tea and coffee
  • Photography Package
Additional Information

This beautiful part of Australia receives many visitors, both animal and human. The trained guides at Coral Bay Ecotours prioritise the comfort and safety of all guests, but we also do our best to ensure everybody enjoys themselves. Those who are swimming with the humpback whales will have a chance to interact closely with them, but our guests who wish to observe from a distance will also have plenty to keep them mesmerised.

On our humpback whale tours, we often see other striking animals like dolphins and manta rays, and of course, mother whales resting while their calves frolic in the calm waters. These splendid animals have also been spotted amusing themselves by rolling in the water, waving at us with their huge pectoral fins, slapping their giant tails playfully, and even jumping out of the water!

Location
Coral Bay EcoTours
Robinson Street
Located in People's Park Shopping Village, next to Fins Cafe'
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Banjo88
Jul 23, 2024
Humpback Whale safari - Highly recommend this tour operator. We had a fabulous trip and saw whales and manta rays. Watching whales swim underneath and next to you while in the water is an experience that will live with me forever. Then to swim with manta rays was just another amazing experience. The crew were excellent, knowledgeable and organised. They made every moment count and were expert at getting us into the right place at the right time. I would highly recommend this operator and this tour - it’s truly an experience of a life time.
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Dhendo77
Jul 15, 2024
Bucket list ticked and cups filled - Priceless experience spending the day with the crew of Thunder from Coral Bay Ecotours as we snorkelled the reef and swam with humpies.. the gentle giants didn’t disappoint and put on a great show for us from the boat and whilst we swam with them. We had no idea how incredible this experience was going to be but I can honestly say, it’s the best and most memorable experience we have had to date!
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Jessicaamay
Jul 15, 2024
Incredible! - Great crew! Amazing experience. Every part of this whale safari was a highlight (obviously the whale being the star of the show)! Very well catered and cared for - loved the bubbles and warm face towels at the end of the day!
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Raystaindl
Jul 14, 2024
Core Memory Created - Such an amazing experience - one I will remember for the rest of my life! All the crew were great, and their enthusiasm was contagious - Pedro, Liz, Lissie and Loui (I think I've got the names correct) you guys are amazing with what you do! And Skipper Mark for getting us 4 dives with the mighty whales! The only little feedback Id give (though this didnt detract at all from the experience) is with the Photos, to try and get more of the people. I know its hard, and time is short when the whales are swimming past - but more photos with people to both put things in perspective, and to also prove it was actually us there...and not just some photo got off google images. In saying that, the photos were epic. And there were definitely some good snaps of everyone :)
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I7698lbfedericam
Jul 12, 2024
Great experience! - Thanks for the amazing experience! The crew was friendly and passionate in what they do! I can’t wait to go back and swim with whales again 💚🥹
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Tourist46154776006
Jul 10, 2024
Experience of a lifetime - The humpback whale tour with Coral Bay Eco Tours was by far one of the best experiences of my life! Everything about the day was amazing - there was so much care and attention to detail from all of the crew members. Even the effort put into lunch was beyond amazing! The most beautiful thing (other than the amazing whales obviously) was how excited and enthusiastic the crew were about all the animals we were seeing; it makes it so much more magical when the crew are hyped up. I would very happily do another swim with this mob - thank you for an experience of a lifetime!
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Feebbzzz
Jul 5, 2024
Best experience ever - A day I wil never forget ! Everybody wants to swim with a whale shark but this is a 100000 times beter !!!! We had the once in a lifetime experience that the humpback whales we were watching came back and swam under us. I saw it from soooo close, everybody was shocked ! It was the best experience i ever had ! Staff was amazing and super friendly, they were really passionate about the whales, i loved it. Food was also good, a lot of choice !
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J6361ifnickp
Jul 5, 2024
Magical Experience - Today was a once in a lifetime experience, I cannot properly describe what it is like to swim with these beautiful creatures. The tour guides & captain were amazing and super friendly. I will never forget looking directly into the eye of a humpback whale as it passed me...it was incredible!!!
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Marie
Jun 29, 2024
A must do trip when in Coral Bay - Fantastic day doing the whale safari. The staff were excellent and very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Was lovely vibes on the boat. We had a lot of encounters with other sea life including turtles, Manta rays and of course whales. Plenty of snacks as well as a delicious lunch was provided. Overall a memorable trip and highly recommended.
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R1106ttstephanieb
Sep 13, 2023
Once in a lifetime experience - The trip was fantastically organised from start to finish. The staff were just as excited to see the whales and get us into see them, as we were. Seeing a humpback whale that close up is something out of a dream. Highly recommend!
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