Activity Brunswick Heads, Australia
Julian Rocks: Premier Snorkeling Tour Byron Bay
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About this activity
Rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia, this incredible subtropical habitat offers protected, safe and shallow waters, perfect for snorkelling and freediving, with over 500 species of tropical fish and multiple areas to explore. Julian Rocks is a marine wildlife hotspot! Whales, Dolphins, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, Eagle Rays, Grey Nurse Sharks and multiple species of Turtle are all common visitors. Take it all in during the only premier guided snorkel tour with a Marine Biologist as your guide!
Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline aboard our comfortable and spacious purpose built vessel “Into The Blue”. We often encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks!
High quality snorkel, mask, fins and wetsuits provided.
Nguthungulli is a sacred site and has been protected for many decades. Its protection has allowed marine life to thrive in the unspoiled turquoise waters that surround the rock formations.
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 19 people
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Out Of The Blue Adventures
Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–95 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Included: All Fees and Taxes
- Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Included: Marine Biologist Guide
- Included: Free Parking
Not included
- Not included: Transfers to and from boarding location
Itinerary
Experience the magic of Julian Rocks "Nguthungulli" Nature Reserve - an underwater ecosystem located just off the coast of Byron Bay. Take it all in during a premier guided snorkel tour with a Marine Biologist as your guide. This rocky outcrop is rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia. This incredible place offers protected safe and shallow waters perfect for snorkelling and freediving. Sitting off the most easterly point of Australia, Julian rocks is a convergence point of warm tropical and cooler temperate turquoise waters, making it a marine wildlife hotspot! From friendly Wobbegongs to Manta Rays, hundreds of colourful fish species, Leopard Sharks, Grey Nurse Sharks, Dolphins, Sea Turtles and more – Julian Rocks is one of the most awe-inspiring snorkel locations in Australia. Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline onboard our comfortable purpose built vessel “Into The Blue”. We often encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks! Hop aboard and experience a once-in-a-lifetime snorkel tour with Out Of The Blue Adventures – Byron Bay’s top-rated water-based adventure tour company. Tours depart from the Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour.
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Stop 1
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Cape Byron Lighthouse
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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The Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour / Marina is a 20 minute drive north of Byron.
Drive north to the Brunswick turn off at Gulgan Road. Take the exit onto Old Pacific Highway. Continue down this road and past the town centre signs looking for the 'boats and seafood' sign to the right.
End point
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The Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour / Marina is a 20 minute drive north of Byron.
Drive north to the Brunswick turn off at Gulgan Road. Take the exit onto Old Pacific Highway. Continue down this road and past the town centre signs looking for the 'boats and seafood' sign to the right.
Using your ticket
Please arrive at the Brunswick Heads Boat Harbour 30mins prior to your departure time for boarding & the safety briefing
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Minimum age is 7yrs and must be comfortable in the water and able to swim 200m unassisted
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Please arrive 30mins prior to your tour departure time for the safety briefing
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Tour is subject to ocean & weather conditions. Please ensure to enter a valid phone number including country code so that we may contact you with any changes
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Not recommended for children under 7yrs
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Must be a competent swimmer and able to swim 200m unassisted as the water is too deep to stand
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