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Cabbage Tree Bay Snorkeling: Explore Marine Life
4.8
242 Ratings
Manly
Experience a thrilling snorkeling adventure and scenic nature walk in Manly. Discover the diverse marine life of Australia and enjoy stunning views of the Northern Beaches.
Experience a thrilling snorkeling adventure and scenic nature walk in Manly. Discover the diverse marine life of Australia and enjoy stunning views of the Northern Beaches.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Yoga by The Sea Manly - Embark on an Unforgettable Sydney Adventure with Ecotreasures’ Advanced Eco Tourism Certified Small Group Manly Snorkelling Experience at Cabbage Tree Bay (NO TAKE) Aquatic Reserve. Dive into the wonders of Sydney’s marine world alongside our passionate local expert guide. Gain insights into native marine life, Australian…
- Yoga by The Sea Manly - Embark on an Unforgettable Sydney Adventure with Ecotreasures’ Advanced Eco Tourism Certified Small Group Manly Snorkelling Experience at Cabbage Tree Bay (NO TAKE) Aquatic Reserve. Dive into the wonders of Sydney’s marine world alongside our passionate local expert guide. Gain insights into native marine life, Australian ecosystems, heritage, and Sydney’s cultural richness during an enlightening headland nature walk. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of Shelly Beach, Manly, on the picturesque Northern beaches of Sydney. Witness Australia’s diverse marine wildlife thriving within the sea grass meadows, sandy seafloor, and rocky reefs of the protected Cabbage Tree Bay at Aquatic Reserve. Beginners can enjoy easy introduction lessons, and additional safety is provided with foam floating noodles. Ideal for both novices and seasoned snorkelers, the Manly Snorkelling Tour promises an exceptional underwater adventure!
Please note that all participants are required to demonstrate their ability to swim 150 meters freestyle unassisted and comfortably float as well as tread water.
What's Included
- Snorkeling gear including wetsuits, rash vests, flippers, and noodles
- Expert local guide
- Binoculars provided
- 1-hour snorkeling adventure
- Snorkeling gear including wetsuits, rash vests, flippers, and noodles
- Expert local guide
- Binoculars provided
- 1-hour snorkeling adventure
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour snorkeling and walking tour at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, just a short hop from Sydney. This morning or afternoon tour gives both beginning and experienced snorkelers a chance to see some of the diverse marine life of Australia, launching right off the beach into calm waters with a variety of marine life. Your…
Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour snorkeling and walking tour at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, just a short hop from Sydney. This morning or afternoon tour gives both beginning and experienced snorkelers a chance to see some of the diverse marine life of Australia, launching right off the beach into calm waters with a variety of marine life. Your guide also takes your small-group, limited to 8 people, on a short walk on the headlands where you get great views of the Northern Beaches.
- Please wear closed-toe shoes suitable for walking
- Please bring swimwear, sunscreen, hat and towel
- Please note: wetsuit options are available to use on the day of travel: rash vest, spring wetsuit (short arms and legs) and steamers (full body suit)
- All participants must be able to swim 150 meters unassisted, float and tread water
- All medical requirements must be declared to our staff once booking is confirmed.
- Please note pregnant participants are not permitted to join the tour
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Cannot participate if you are pregnant
- If you can’t swim please do not book this tour.
- Not available for non swimmers
Location
Shelly Head Lookout
Marine Parade
Please look at Map on Ecotreasures website and go to car park exit. We do not meet next to cafe or toilets. Walk up to car park. Please note we do not meet at a building or address we meet in Shelly Beach Car park exit at disabled car spot Shelly Beach, Manly. Dot on Map
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(242 Ratings)
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Robp1200q
Jan 1, 2025
The best tour guide ever !! - Cameron is amazing and is so truly passionate ! He made the experience wonderful and super safe. We saw some amazing animals on land and sea ! Thanks to Cameron he’s a legend !
If you’re debating doing this tour you have to just jump in !
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Ambassador824384
Jan 1, 2025
Snorkeling - Camron was amazing !! So friendly and very knowledgeable about the marine life made us fell very comfortable to try free diving for the first time
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Jay_b
Jan 1, 2025
A really cool experience. - A really cool experience! You go deep into the water and get to see all sorts of fish and wildlife. Is great if you’re never done it before and given plenty of support.
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U9042ilchristinec
Dec 28, 2024
Great First Excursion on our Sydney Holiday - We had a wonderful time snorkeling and exploring on the nature walk! The variety of birds we spotted during the walk was incredible, and we learned so much about Sydney’s natural beauty along the way. Snorkeling was great—we saw so many fish! If you’re looking for a laid-back, enjoyable experience while you’re in Sydney, I’d highly recommend this one. It’s the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure!
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Federica_m
Dec 27, 2024
Great experience! - Wonderful experience! The group was very small, with around 5 people. I booked the tour at 1 pm and it was great. The water was clear and our guide, Jules, made sure to pick the spots with the best visibility. She made sure everyone was ok all the time and was very knowledgeable. Really enjoyed the short walk before the snorkelling. I would totally recommend it!
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Vickozb
Dec 27, 2024
Fish! Swimming! Magic! - Although I've lived in Sydney for years I've never been to Shelly Beach and I had no idea there was a marine reserve there. From the outset it was a day of extremes, with grey cloudy skies over the harbour ferry, rain as I walked from Manly, and finally super sun with 34 degrees. A friendly, matter-of-fact Jules approached me at the designated meeting spot as I looked out over the sea and introduced herself. More cheerful tourists arrived and Jules led us through the bush literally to get an overview of the bay where we'd be soon be swimming. She gave clear safety instructions and, back at the van, proceeded to calmly distribute gear. No one was an expert but Jules made us all feel capable. Once into the water we soon found fish! Schools of fish. Little tiny glittering ones, small whiting, slightly larger grey round ones and ones with a black stripe on their tail. Even when there were less obvious fish, a couple of solo green brown stocky numbers, and some blue green boss types, we went over a beautiful kelp forest - not sure if it's just young or a short type - but the sun beams through the water and the moving leaves were gorgeous. You have to keep your eye out as you'd be pootling along because there'd be a shoal of fish sneaking along just behind you. Do they know about blindspots? I'm pretty sure I saw wobegones, and some elegant fish with bright purple tails. There was a huge variety of sea life around us and when we got out, due to the warm weather, there was a huge variety of human life around too! Jules took charge of the equipment again and farewelled her tired, happy charges. It was great to have the opportunity to see Sydney sealife alive and well in their natural habitat and not dressed up with soggy lettuce and a pile of chips. More, larger, marine reserves, please, and thanks to Ecotreasures and Jules for a great morning in the water.
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Ashwiniip2024
Dec 26, 2024
A great experience! - Jules, our guide, was amazing and it was a great experience! She knew all the best spots and made everyone feel comfortable.
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Mobile585814
Dec 23, 2024
Fab time - thoroughly recommend - Lovely time seeing some beautiful fish with a fabulous guide. Christina made sure everyone was happy and comfortable and had a strong knowledge of the local ecosystem
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206karimd
Dec 23, 2024
Great experience with helpful and friendly tour guide - I had a great experience on the snorkelling tour. The guide Julia was very knowledgeable and helped with any questions and general conversation. Whilst snorkelling we also had freedom to explore within a reasonable distance which was nice.
Would recommend and do it again!
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Sgwbaxter
Dec 27, 2024
Fun snorkelling in Sydney - Fun trip and lots of fish - probably better for first time snorkelling but guide was informative and fun so would highly recommend.
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