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Ningaloo Discovery
4.9
633 reviewsAbout
Ningaloo Discovery invites you to explore the pristine beauty of the World Heritage Listed Ningaloo Reef, situated just off Exmouth in Western Australia. Specialising in unforgettable marine adventures, they offer full-day Whale Shark Swim Tours, allowing guests to swim alongside the world's largest fish. From August through November, visitors can also embark on full-day Humpback Whale tours, a unique opportunity to witness these majestic giants as they migrate past the Ningaloo Reef on Australia's Coral Coast.
Operating daily, Ningaloo Discovery provides these experiences aboard two exceptional vessels—a 60-foot luxury sailing catamaran and a 56-foot powerboat—both designed for comfort and adventure. For a more leisurely experience, they offer two-hour Sunset Sail Cruises in the serene waters of the Exmouth Gulf. These cruises run approximately from April through November and include a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, a delicious nibbles platter, and the chance to spot whales in the stunning backdrop of a golden sunset.
With Ningaloo Discovery, every tour is more than an outing; it's a chance to connect with nature in one of the most biodiverse marine environments on the planet. Whether you seek thrill, tranquility, or awe-inspiring encounters, they promise a journey you'll cherish forever.
What's Available
16 featuresECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
Available Tours
Ningaloo Whale Shark Swim on a Luxury Sailing Catamaran
On Ningaloo Discovery's Whale Shark Tours, you can snorkel with whale sharks, interact with manta rays, and encounter dugongs, turtles, humpback whales, dolphins, and amazing colourful tropical fish and coral in the Ningaloo Reef just off Exmouth. Swimming with a whale shark is an unforgettable experience! The Coral Coast of Western Australia is home to an abundance of unique wildlife, national parks and reefs ready to be explored. Ningaloo Discovery operates boat cruises and sailing cruises around the Ningaloo Reef, as well as specialising in whale shark snorkel tours. All equipment is provided on board for the whale shark tour, including snorkelling equipment and tour guides who are very knowledgeable and passionate about whale sharks. The clear waters and visibility of the North West make for perfect conditions to swim with a whale shark as the whale shark cruises just below the surface, allowing snorkellers to swim alongside this magnificent creature.
Private Charters
Design your own charter to spend all your time doing what you want to do - be it two hours or 20 days. Spend a day sailing around the spectacular Ningaloo coastline or have a few nights at various locations around Ningaloo Reef and enjoy sailing the turquoise blue waters, spectacular snorkelling, swimming with marine animals such as whale sharks and humpback whales, going for a boom net ride or maybe just relax on a sunny day on the trampolines. It's up to you. Windcheetah has all the toys you need for a memorable trip - including snorkel gear, a stand-up paddleboard, and glass-bottom kayaks as well as local crew who know the area inside out. Windcheetah can take 48 passengers for a day sail and sleep eight for overnight trips. Windcheetah is perfect for family get-togethers - spend a weekend hanging out with the kids, kayaking around the endless lagoons and beaches, snorkelling with marine life, kicking back in a bean bag with a good book or simply enjoying the serenity of the setting sun over the Indian Ocean and relaxing far away from the sounds of traffic. The possibilities are endless.
Humpback Whale Swim on a Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Ningaloo Discovery offers guests a Humpback Whale experience on board a very stable, spacious 60ft luxury powerboat, which provides a 360-degree viewing platform and the opportunity to lounge and relax on the comfortable day bed, flybridge couches and various seating spots while soaking up and enjoying the beauty of the Ningaloo Marine Park and all the amazing wildlife we may encounter. With the use of our very own spotter plane, our pilot will direct us to pods of whales and any other marine life spotted from above. Swimming with a Humpback Whale in their natural environment is an extraordinary life-changing experience, one not to be taken for granted, and as such is conducted with the utmost respect to the whales. Each day presents a unique experience, and some whales are more interactive than others. Humpback Whales are often inquisitive creatures and it is quite possible they will seek interaction with humans and swim close to us. You will experience warm friendly staff, fun activities, delicious food and memories to last a lifetime from the minute we pick you up to the moment we say goodbye. Their priority is making your day the best they possibly can!
Sunset Sail on a Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Enjoy a couple of hours coasting along under sail onboard the luxury stable 60-foot sailing catamaran! Come and join a spectacular sundowner in the Exmouth Gulf! Enjoy a couple of hours coasting along under sail on board the luxury stable 60 feet sailing catamaran. They supply a glass of sparkling wine and nibbles and feel free to BYO additional beverages on board. Cool off with an exhilarating ride in the famous cargo net, then kick back and lounge around on the trampolines, daybeds or beanbags and take in the serenity or if you have the energy to burn get involved with hoisting and trimming the sails. Watch the colours of the afternoon and evening unfold with the spectacular Nor' west Cape and Exmouth Gulf as your backdrop. In season, you can also observe the majestic humpback whales as they rest and cruise through the Exmouth Gulf.
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Reviews & Ratings
Skye Britton
Google review
I had the most incredible experience with the all female crew on Windcheetah! From start to finish, the day was seamless, professional and genuinely fun. The crew were not only highly knowledgeable about the whale sharks and the Ningaloo Reef but they also made everyone feel completely safe and comfortable in the water. Their passion for what they do really shines through, you can tell they absolutely love it and it makes the whole experience even more special. Swimming alongside the whale shark was a once-in-a-lifetime moment and the team made sure we had multiple opportunities to get in the water and make the most of it. A special shout out to the crew for their own once-in-a-lifetime moment, getting to swim with an ornate eagle ray! Such an incredible experience to witness and be part of. A huge thank you to such a strong, capable, and inspiring group of women, you made our trip unforgettable. I would recommend Windcheetah to anyone heading to Exmouth without hesitation!
Hilary Parker
Google review
From the minute we stepped onto the catamaran the staff were attentive and made everyone feel welcome and excited. The atmosphere was electric as we sailed through the water searching for the elusive whale shark. As a nervous snorkeler, they made me feel completely at ease every time I entered the water. The photographer Ash was incredible and did an amazing job trying to capture our best pictures. The food was yummy and the staff made their rounds chatting with every passenger. Their knowledge of the marine life and area amazed me. Hats off to the skipper who did an awesome job getting the boat to the spot where the whale sharks were. Well done crew, you are a credit to your company!!!
Cronan Doyle
Google review
We visited Ningaloo Reef on the catamaran on the 15th March. The crew were fantastic, pleasant and made the experience wonderful. They did their best to find a whale shark but alas it was not to be. We had two fabulous snorkel swims seeing plenty of sea-life. Special thanks to Marlo who help one of our novice snorkelers throughout. And of course to Nicole for the wonderful photos. A really enjoyable day overall.
colinb
Google review
My family and I had a wonderful trip with Ningaloo discovery. We loved the catamaran. The staff were amazing. Very knowledgeable and were very clear on safety and how things were going to run on our dives. Only 20 on the boat meant plenty of time for everyone in the water. Seeing the whale sharks was really incredible and would definitely recommend to anyone and everyone.
Sarah Whiteman
Google review
One of the best days of my life! 🦈💙 Thank you so much to the team at Ningaloo Discovery for an absolutely spectacular day. I genuinely can’t recommend this company or this experience highly enough! Swimming with whale sharks is already something you expect to be incredible, but the crew’s service took it to another level. Their professionalism, enthusiasm and genuine care made an unforgettable experience even more special. ❤️ I have so many wonderful things to say about the crew: * Ty – thank you for your careful boat handling and incredible eye for spotting wildlife! We saw a mother dugong with her calf, a shark, and even a manta ray that we were able to jump in and swim with. * Toby – thank you for keeping the day running so smoothly and for kindly giving me a lift back onto the boat after one of our swims! * Amalie (I hope I’m spelling your name correctly!) – your commentary about Exmouth and your fun, infectious energy were the perfect way to start the day. * Kasey – thank you for taking such amazing photos and for making sure I got a photo with the whale shark. I’ll treasure it forever. * And finally, a MASSIVE shout-out to Marlo. ❤️❤️ You were leading our group, and your kindness, patience and encouragement went so far beyond what I expected. I was struggling a little to keep up with the whale shark, and Marlo handed me her float and literally kicked me along so I could get alongside it for a photo. It might seem like a small thing, but it meant the world to me and perfectly sums up how much she cared about making sure everyone in the group had the best possible experience. The entire crew worked so hard to make the day safe, fun and unforgettable. If you’re looking for a whale shark tour in Exmouth, book with Ningaloo Discovery—you won’t regret it. It truly was one of the best days of my life. Sarah & Gabriel
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Where you'll be
1 Kennedy Street
Exmouth WA 6707