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Snorkel with turtles at Cook Island, a short drive from the Gold Coast. Witness the annual migration of humpback whales along the coast and get close to our local in-shore bottlenose dolphin pods.

Highlights

• Snorkel with turtles at Cook Island, a short drive from the Gold Coast
• Witness the annual migration of humpback whales along the coast
• Get close to our local in-shore bottlenose dolphin pods
• Guarantee turtle sighting of at least one of three sea turtle species
• Enjoy a small group experience with a maximum of 9 people

Description

Snorkel with turtles at Cook Island on a small-group tour from the Gold Coast. Get close to in-shore bottlenose dolphin pods, and see humpback whales, gray whales, and southern-right whales on their annual migration. Just a short 15-minute drive south from the Gold Coast Airport and a mere 600 meters off the shores of Fingal Headland lies the volcanic marvel of Cook Island. This captivating sanctuary hosts a permanent community of Green, Hawksbill, and Loggerhead Turtles, thriving amidst the vibrant tapestry of hard and soft corals that adorn the reef. During the June-October season, watch the humpback whales breach through the ocean's surface or hear their whalesong underwater. Not to forget the bottlenosed dolphins that live along the coast in their large pods. Get close to in-shore bottlenose dolphin pods. Guarantee a turtle sighting of at least one of three sea turtle species: Green turtles, Hawksbill Turtles, and Loggerhead Turtles. Swim in the shallow waters (3-6m / 10-15ft) and enjoy a small group experience with a maximum of 9 people.

Includes

3 hour experience 60-90 minutes in water snorkeling Snorkel equipment: wetsuit, snorkel mask, fins, lifejacket, flotation device Snorkel instructor Personalised photo album showing highlights of the tour 15-minute boat ride from Fingal Head to the Cook Island Aquatic Reserve Live commentary and in-depth insights by an experienced guide Guaranteed turtle sighting Opportunity to see dolphins and whales (seasonal) Small group experience for personalized attention

Important Information

• Participants must be able to swim 100m unaided Not suitable for children under 6 years old Tours operate from June 1 to October 31 Two tours daily, subject to weather conditions Maximum of 9 participants per tour for a more personalized experience

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund