Explore beautiful Ningaloo Reef and the amazing coral formations of the Tantabiddi Sanctuary Zone by kayak on our half day kayak & snorkel Coral By Kayak tour. Enjoy the exhilarating experience of kayaking out to a snorkel site and snorkelling from your kayak. You'll be amazed at the diversity of coral formations and fish life - with over 300 species of coral and 500 species of fish caring Ningaloo Reef home, there's always something different to see!

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR:

Sea kayaking in double sit-on-top kayaks | Snorkelling from your kayak

TIME:

7am to 11am (October to March); 11.30am to 3.30pm (April to September). Tour time includes travel time to and from Exmouth.

TOUR INCLUSIONS AT A GLANCE:

Pick up/drop off from Exmouth accommodation | Sun protection gear: long sleeve sun shirts, broad brim hats | Snorkelling gear: Quality snorkel and mask, fins, wetsuits in cooler months | Kayaking safety equipment and qualified guide | Morning or afternoon tea | Photos

SEASON:

Year round

LOCATION:

Tantabiddi Sanctuary Zone, accessed from Tantabiddi boat ramp, Ningaloo Reef

TOUR NUMBERS:

This tour will run with a minimum of 4 guests, and a maximum of 16. We work on a strict safety ratio of 1 guide to 8 guests for our adventure tours.

TOUR LIMITATIONS:

Our kayaks have a maximum weight limit of 110kg/person. 

Minimum age is 8 years old. 

This tour involves a moderate level of physical activity. 

All guests must be able to understand sufficient English to comprehend basic safety instructions delivered in English only, both on land and in the water. Please note that translation apps cannot be used effectively in or on the water. Guests that cannot understand basic safety instructions delivered in English may be removed from the tour if the guide is not confident the tour can be delivered safely. No refunds will be offered in these circumstances.

TOUR MEETING POINT:

Pick up from Exmouth accommodation starting 15 minutes prior to tour start time. Please select your preferred accommodation/meeting point when booking and note your pick up time. Tour departures are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers.

YOUR DAY BEGINS... 
When we pick you up from your Exmouth accommodation just before 7am (October to March), or 11am (April to September). We then take the half hour drive around the NW Cape to the Tantabiddi boat ramp. Along the way your guide will fill you in on the unique human and natural history of this World Heritage-listed area, point out flora and fauna, and share stories about their experiences living and working in Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef.
Upon arrival, you'll be kitted out with all of the necessary equipment, and following a kayaking and safety briefing, paddle your double sit-on-top kayak out to the Tantabiddi Sanctuary zone, a trip of approximately 30 minutes, where you'll enjoy spotting beautiful corals under your kayak. Once you are in the sanctuary zone, your guide will tie your kayak off to a dedicated 'kayak-only' mooring, and following a snorkel and safety briefing, you'll slide over the side of your kayak to enjoy the wonders below. Look out for huge porite coral 'bombie' formations, which are hundreds of years old; stunning blue/purple staghorn coral gardens; and colourful parrot fish and butterfly fish. With over 300 species of coral, and 500 species of fish calling Ningaloo Reef home, there's always something different and amazing to see. Your guide will be by your side every step of the way to point out marine life, take photos to share with you, and ensure that you are having the best experience possible. When it's time to re-enter your kayak your guide will be there to lend a hand if necessary - don't worry - there's a few different techniques and tricks to getting back in easily, and most people find it much easier than anticipated. You'll then take the 30 minute paddle back to shore to dry off, load your kayak back on the trailer, and make the return journey to Exmouth town. You guide will farewell you at your accommodation with a promise to have the photos of your adventure uploaded for you to enjoy as soon as possible.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy the exhilarating experience of kayaking out to a snorkel site and snorkelling from your kayak
• Be amazed at the diversity of coral formations - large and small - whilst snorkelling, with some formations hundreds of years old
• Your guide will point out colourful fish and other marine life - there's always something different to see!
• Complimentary photos, taken by your guide, will be available to view after your experience - proof of your memorable experience

TOUR INCLUSIONS

• Double sit-on-top sea kayaks, PFDs (lifejackets)
• Snorkelling gear - snorkel, mask, fins, wetsuit in the cooler months (Wetsuits during our summer months from December - March on special request only)
• Long-sleeve sun shirts and broad brim hats, polarised sunglasses
• Dry bags for valuables
• Snacks to re-energise (morning or afternoon tea)
• Pick up and drop off from your Exmouth accommodation (or you can meet us at the Tantabiddi boat ramp)
• Complimentary tour photos taken by your guide

YOU BRING

• Board shorts/quick dry shorts or leggings (something that you don't mind getting wet). A sarong can be handy to drape over your legs in the summer months for sun protection
• A bottle of water to drink (in summer at least 1 litre)
• Sunscreen (please consider using reef-safe sun protection products) and sunglasses
• Footwear that you don't mind getting wet - sandals, crocs, reef shoes or flip flops
• Towel
• If you have a Go Pro or underwater camera you are more than welcome to bring that along. We can provide dry bags if you would like to bring your phone or camera that isn't waterproof, however cannot be held liable for any loss or water damage.

Cancellation Policy:

 Exmouth Adventure Co has a 72 hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made within 72 hours of tour departure will incur 100% of tour cost. Cancellations made outside of 72 hours will receive a refund, Minus any credit card or booking fees paid.

Exmouth Adventure Company tours are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers requirements. EAC reserves the right to cancel due to weather conditions, if minimum numbers have not been met, or for other unforeseen circumstances. Every effort will be made to re-schedule if this is the case, otherwise a refund, minus any credit card or booking fees paid, will be issued.