Hafen
Exmouth

Experience the stunning natural splendour and military history of Exmouth during this memorable, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Learmonth Jetty and Potshot Memorial

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Learmonth Jetty. Upon arrival, photo stops are made at the Learmonth Jetty and Potshot Memorial. Marvel at the spectacular vistas, and keep your eyes peeled for the dolphins, giant rays, turtles, squid, and seasonal humpback whales that frequent the area.

Krait Memorial, Charles Knife Gorge and Shothole Canyon

Next, re-board your coach and drive to the Krait Memorial to learn about WWII commandos, then proceed up the Charles Knife Gorge. En route, take in magnificent panoramic views of the Exmouth Gulf and rugged, ancient gorges and hills of the Cape Range. From here, your tour continues on along Shothole Canyon to see its limestone plateaux, compressed sand, coral boulders and the remnants of a shallow sea.

Naval Base and Tower Zero

Afterward, re-board your coach and take in breathtaking views of Cape Range National Park during the drive to the Harold E. Holt Naval Communication Station. On the approach to the naval base, you can't miss Tower Zero, one of the largest towers in the Southern Hemisphere. Upon arrival, take a walk around the non-restricted public areas, learn about the important role the naval station played during World War II and stop for photos of the naval base, Tower Zero and mini-submarine. Following your visit, re-board your coach and commence the brief transfer back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visit. Walking at the sites is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair.Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection from the ship. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. The tour sequence may vary.

Spend a day exploring the undersea world of the Ningaloo Marine Park during this scenic and memorable snorkelling excursion.

Cruise to Ningaloo Marine Park

Depart the pier for the approximately 1.5-hour drive to the dive boat. After receiving your safety and tour instructions, embark the dive boat and cruise out to the pristine Ningaloo Marine Park for an up-close look at its world-famous marine life. Upon arrival at the park, proceed to the amazing Ningaloo Reef, part of the world's largest fringing reef. During your guided snorkelling session, explore this stunning coral reef teeming with marine-life.

Ningaloo Reef Snorkelling

Following your first snorkelling session, lunch is served back on board the boat. After lunch, relax and unwind whilst continuing your cruise along the picturesque waters of Ningaloo Marine Park, and on to your next snorkelling location. Depending upon the time of year, manta rays, turtles, dolphins, dugongs, and an occasional whale may be spotted while cruising along these abundant waters.

Your crew provides assistance on the boat and in the water throughout the tour, and entertains you during the transfer back to the mainland. Upon arrival, disembark the dive boat and commence the approximately 1.5-hour transfer back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 200 yards (about 183 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and a step to embark/disembark the boat. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. A waiver must be signed by guests who plan to enter the water. Guests who enter the water must know how to swim and in good physical condition. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach or water shoes, and bring sun protection. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Discover one of the best beaches in Australia during this picturesque, half-day snorkelling excursion to Turquoise Bay.

Turquoise Bay & Ningaloo Reef and Snorkelling

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Turquoise Bay, which features inviting turquoise waters, beautiful, white-sand beaches and great snorkelling just off the beach. En route, learn about the history and culture of the local area. Upon arrival at Turquoise Bay, receive your safety and snorkelling instructions and equipment, then begin your guided snorkelling session just off the beach. Along the way, marvel at the amazing coral formations, colourful fish and marine life of Ningaloo Reef.

Vlamingh Head Lighthouse & Northwest Cape

Following your snorkelling session, relax on the beach with some snacks and refreshments. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier. En route, a brief photo stop is made at the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse for sweeping panoramic vistas of Ningaloo Reef and the northwest Cape.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 22 yards (about 20 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is recommended for guests that are in good physical condition, and can swim in water too deep too stand. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach or water shoes, and bring sun protection and a towel from the ship. Guests must be at least eight years old to participate on this tour. Snorkelling equipment is provided. Waterproof cameras are highly recommended. Guests may not snorkel if they have consumed alcohol. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Explore the undersea beauty on the magnificent western side of the Ningaloo Reef during this scenic and memorable glass-bottom boat excursion.

Depart the pier for the approximately 35-mile (about 56-kilometre) drive to Tantabiddi Beach. En route, take in splendid vistas of picturesque landscapes and seascapes. Upon arrival, walk a short distance across the sand and embark your exclusive vessel.

The Reef Viewer glass-bottom boat is the original and one of the best coral and marine life-viewing boats operating on the Ningaloo Reef. The western side of the reef is home to an amazing variety of coral and other marine life, and this excursion offers an ideal opportunity to observe it all. The shallow draft of the Reef Viewer enables her to travel over massive coral gardens and boomies, providing up-close views of this brilliant ecosystem. The shallow draft is also the least intrusive on the marine life, allowing you to see more of the reef's undersea beauty than aboard conventional vessels.

The skipper provides interactive commentary on the reef system and its denizens throughout the 50-minute glass-bottom boat tour, which takes place amidst the sparkling waters of Ningaloo Marine Park. Following this memorable excursion, return to Tantabiddi Beach, disembark the vessel and re-board your coach for the approximately 35-mile (about 56-kilometre) drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, a few steps to embark/disembark the vessel and uneven surfaces on the beach. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, non-slip walking or boat shoes, and bring sun protection and a camera from the ship. There are no facilities from which to purchase drinks prior to the tour; remember to bring bottled water from the ship for your personal use. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.