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Manly Snorkelling Tour

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Non-Refundable

Discover Manly by land and water on this guided tour at Shelly Beach, combining a guided walk of the Shelly Beach Headland loop trail with a 1-hour snorkel exploration of the protected Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve. After a meet and greet at Shelly Beach, a certified professional instructor leads the headland walk in search of local wildlife, with magnificent lookouts offering unbeatable views, birds along the way and the chance to spot whales between May and November, and you uncover some of the history of Manly. Then you suit up in your wetsuit and snorkel gear for a safety orientation and the guided snorkel, where you can discover different marine species, including the famous and endangered Blue Groper frequently spotted in the reserve, and learn why marine reserves like this one matter. Snorkel and wetsuit hire and all necessary safety equipment are included. The tour suits all snorkel experience levels, but you must be able to swim 150 metres unassisted, float and tread water, as no life jackets are provided. The tour departs daily at 9:30am and lasts about 2.5 hours. Bring a hat, comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen, and an underwater camera if you have one.

Saver Ticket (9:30am)

Saver fare for the 9:30am guided headland walk and 1-hour snorkel in the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve at Shelly Beach, about 2.5 hours in total.

Inclusions

Certified professional instructor
Safety orientation
Guided tour of the Shelly Beach Headland loop trail
1-hour snorkel exploration of the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve
Snorkel and wetsuit hire
All necessary safety equipment

Starting End Point

Meeting point: Shelly Beach car park exit, at the end of Bower Street, Manly NSW 2095 (cliff side); some supplier instructions place the meeting on the sand in front of the Boat House Cafe nearby, so please follow the meeting instructions on your voucher.
Departure time: 9:30am daily; arrive 10 minutes before.

US$ 74.26

Flexi Ticket (9:30am)

Flexi fare for the same 9:30am guided headland walk and 1-hour snorkel at Shelly Beach, about 2.5 hours in total. This listing's non-refundable cancellation policy applies to this ticket too.

Inclusions

Certified professional instructor
Safety orientation
Guided tour of the Shelly Beach Headland loop trail
1-hour snorkel exploration of the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve
Snorkel and wetsuit hire
All necessary safety equipment

Starting End Point

Meeting point: Shelly Beach car park exit, at the end of Bower Street, Manly NSW 2095 (cliff side); some supplier instructions place the meeting on the sand in front of the Boat House Cafe nearby, so please follow the meeting instructions on your voucher.
Departure time: 9:30am daily; arrive 10 minutes before.

US$ 85.15

Itinerary

About 2 h 30 min

09:30
Meeting point
Shelly Beach Manly in front of boat house cafe on the sand
See Red drop pin. We meet at Shelly Beach Manly in front of Boat House Cafe on the sand next to Palm trees. Look for our staff and flag. Arrive before tour start time..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time.
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Attraction·2 h 30 min
Manly Snorkel and Headland Walk Eco Tour Experience
Guided
12:00
Drop-off
Go to Shelly Beach car park exit, which is the only car park at Shelly Beach (not the loading zone next to toilets & cafe)
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Highlights

Guided walk of the Shelly Beach Headland loop trail
1-hour guided snorkel of the protected Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve
Meet the famous and endangered Blue Groper, frequently spotted in the reserve
Spot whales between May and November, plus birds and wildlife from the headland lookouts
Uncover the history of Manly
Suitable for all snorkel experience levels, for confident swimmers

What's Included

Certified professional instructor
Meet and greet at Shelly Beach
Safety orientation
Guided tour of the Shelly Beach Headland loop trail
1-hour snorkel exploration of the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve
Snorkel and wetsuit hire
All necessary safety equipment

What's Not Included

Transport
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses

Not Suitable For

Pregnant women
People who cannot swim 150 metres unassisted, float and tread water

Child Adult Policy

Every participant pays the same ticket price; there is no separate child ticket.
One supplier lists the ticket for ages 4 and over, while the tour operator, Ecotreasures, states a minimum age of 8, with 1 adult for every 2 children aged 8 to 14, so please contact JTR before booking for a child under 8.
Participants aged 8 to 12 must be supervised by a parent.
Every participant, children included, must be able to swim 150 metres unassisted, float and tread water.

Things To Know

The ticket is valid for the selected date only.
Latecomers and no-shows cannot be refunded.
No life jackets are provided.
There is no refund for customers who arrive on the day and cannot swim.
If you have any medical issues, please get your doctor's approval and a clearance letter if required.
Bring swimming gear, a hat, a water bottle, walking shoes and a raincoat.
Drink water before the tour and apply sunscreen.
Your belongings are stored in the operator's vehicle during the tour; keep them secure in your bag so you do not forget any items when you leave.
The experience includes a headland walk, a safety talk, an equipment brief, marine interpretation and the snorkel.

Starting End Point

Meeting point: Shelly Beach car park exit, at the end of Bower Street, Manly NSW 2095, on the cliff side next to the Manly Scenic Walkway information board and a designated disabled parking spot; this is the only car park at Shelly Beach, not the loading zone next to the toilets and cafe.
Some supplier instructions and the operator's website place the meeting on the sand in front of the Boat House Cafe nearby, next to the palm trees, where staff wait with a flag; please follow the meeting instructions on your voucher.
Departure time: 9:30am daily; arrive 10 minutes before.
Duration: approximately 2.5 hours.

How To Redeem

Present your voucher on the day of the tour.
The voucher is valid only on the selected date and time.

Cancellation Policy

Non-Refundable: These tickets cannot be cancelled and no refunds can be made.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

The tour meets at the Shelly Beach car park exit at the end of Bower Street, Manly NSW 2095, on the cliff side. Some supplier instructions and the operator's website place the meeting on the sand in front of the Boat House Cafe nearby, so please follow the meeting instructions on your voucher and arrive 10 minutes before the 9:30am start.

The tour departs daily at 9:30am and lasts about 2.5 hours, including a headland walk, a safety talk, an equipment brief, marine interpretation and the snorkel.

Snorkel and wetsuit hire and all necessary safety equipment are included, with a certified professional instructor and a safety orientation. No life jackets are provided.

Yes. Every participant must be able to swim 150 metres unassisted, float and tread water. There is no refund for customers who arrive on the day and cannot swim.

Every participant pays the same ticket price. One supplier lists the ticket for ages 4 and over, while the tour operator states a minimum age of 8, with 1 adult for every 2 children aged 8 to 14. Participants aged 8 to 12 must be supervised by a parent. Please contact JTR before booking for a child under 8.

Bring swimming gear, a hat, a water bottle, walking shoes, a raincoat and sunscreen. An underwater camera is perfect for the snorkelling part of the tour.

No. These tickets are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled.