Sydney Snorkeling

Name: Sydney Snorkeling
Address: Donnellan Circuit, Clovelly, NSW, 2031, AU
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Snorkeler swims over a school of Mado fish and a cuttlefishmado

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Snorkeler sees a school of 'Old Wife' fish dive

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Curious and bold, a blue groper swims right up to the camera for a closer look

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Sydney Snorkeling offers guided group, private, and family-friendly snorkeling tours in Sydney's clear, protected waters. Based at Clovelly's Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve near Bondi, the experience reveals some of the 600 marine species that call Sydney home—such as blue gropers, mado, Maori wrasse, stingrays, and cuttlefish.

Led by experienced guides, tours are tailored to recent marine activity, increasing the chance of exciting encounters. Guides assist in spotting sea life and capturing underwater photos, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the moment.

High-quality snorkel gear and optional flotation devices are provided. Guests can float peacefully on the surface or dive down to explore more closely.

All participants must be able to swim 200 metres unassisted and float for 60 minutes.

High-quality snorkel gear and optional flotation devices are provided. Guests can float peacefully on the surface or dive down to explore more closely.

All participants must be able to swim 200 metres unassisted and float for 60 minutes.

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Available Tours

A friendly blue groper swims through a school of Mado fish as a group of snorkellers watches them

Group Snorkeling Tour Sydney

Explore Sydney's underwater world on a 90-minute group snorkeling adventure led by a certified guide. Designed for confident swimmers aged 10 and up, this small-group experience (maximum eight participants) is the most affordable way to discover Sydney's marine life. Your guide will choose the best location of the day based on recent marine activity, increasing your chances of spotting iconic sea life such as blue gropers, mado, fluorescent snails, and stingrays. Along the way, your guide will point out marine creatures and capture underwater photos, so you can focus on the moment. Snorkeling gear is provided, including mask, snorkel, fins, and optional flotation devices. This small-group experience is perfect for ocean lovers looking to connect with nature and adventurers. Participants must be able to swim 200 metres unassisted and float for 60 minutes. Minimum age is 10 years old.

$98 per person

Three kids snorkel over a reef and school of fish, fully suited up for their ocean adventure

Family Snorkeling Tour Sydney

The Family Snorkeling Tour is a private, guided experience designed especially for families with children aged six and up. It's the most affordable option for families wanting a safe, fun way to explore Sydney's underwater world together. The tour begins with a relaxed chat about everyone's swimming ability and comfort in the water. Your guide will then fit each family member with high-quality snorkeling equipment, including child- and adult-sized wetsuits, masks, snorkels, and fins. You'll snorkel in calm, protected waters selected for the day based on marine activity and conditions. Expect to spot friendly blue gropers, schools of colourful fish, and perhaps even an octopus or stingray. Your guide will stay close throughout the session, checking in regularly and making sure everyone feels supported. Whether your little ones prefer the shallows or want to go a little deeper, the experience is tailored to your family's pace and confidence. Underwater photos are included so you can enjoy the moment and take home lasting memories. A minimum of one guardian must participate. Children must be at least six years old.

From $93.3 to $299 per person

A snorkeller floats above a cuttlefish and a school of fish gliding across the reef

Private Snorkeling Tour Sydney

The Private Snorkeling Tour is perfect for anyone wanting a more personal, flexible way to explore Sydney's marine life. It's ideal for couples, families, friends, or those who want extra support in the water. This experience includes a certified private guide, high-quality snorkeling equipment, and a route tailored to your group's swimming ability, confidence, and interests. Float on the surface, dive down to explore more closely, or take it slow and enjoy the view—your guide will adapt the pace and depth to suit you. You'll snorkel in one of Sydney's best marine reserves, chosen on the day for the best sea life. Expect to see colourful fish, blue gropers, and maybe even cuttlefish or stingrays. Your guide will help you spot marine life and take underwater photos so you can take home lasting memories. This is a relaxed and flexible way to experience Sydney's underwater world with more one-on-one attention and time to explore.

From $93.3 to $299 per person