The following tours are included in your itinerary and the cost of registration:

Want to be an Observer?

As an alternative, you can also join the tour as an Observer. Observers are encouraged to participate in all activities such as snorkelling the reef, relaxing on board or even swimming with a Manta Ray if we find one. An Observers only restriction is that they will not enter the water with a Whale Shark, but rather observe the action from the comfort of the vessel. If an Observer were to decide on the day that you would like to try swimming with a Whale Shark after all this may be possible, if spaces are available. If these are all filled, Observers will not be able to upgrade on the day.  Please indicate at the time of registration if you just want to come along as an observer.

A discount of $140 is offered to anyone choosing to be an observer, but observer spots are strictly limited. The discount will be applied after your registration is confirmed.

Not interested?  Please indicate during registration if you do not wish to join this tour.  There will be no refunds for this portion of the itinerary but given the strictly limited numbers that can swim with the whale sharks, this will assist with planning.

No Whale Sharks:  Please be aware that whale sharks are a wild animal and although it is always hoped the swim will take place with them, this cannot be guaranteed.

(insert guarantee offered, and inc if you pull out, then no refund)

What's included:

• Experienced, professional award winning crew on board and supporting you in the water as much as you need.
  
• Interesting informative spiels about the area and the marine life will keep you entertained too.
  
• Spotter aircraft to ensure best possible opportunity of sighting and swimming with Whale Sharks
  
• Maximum of 10 swimmers in each group, and never more than 20 swimmers on board on any given day
  
• In water experiences with a Whale Shark
  
• Snorkelling on the Ningaloo Reef
  
• Quality snorkel equipment including mask, snorkel, fins of all sizes
  
• Wetsuits of all sizes
  
• Flotation aids and life jackets available on board if required
• Marine specialists onboard to answer all your questions and guide you
• Morning Tea, Buffet Lunch and Afternoon Tea provided, we can cater to dietary needs
  
• Sunscreen, water, dry area for your belongings and shade on board
  
• Celebratory glass of sparkling wine
  
• Whale Shark Swimmer Certificate which also allows you discounts on further tours!
  
• All government fees and charges included in the price!
  
• Photography from the day (which will be provided to the organiser who will share it post conference with everyone)

• Swimwear
  
• Hat
  
• Towel
  
• Change of clothes (warm) for after snorkelling
  
• Sea sickness medication if you think you will need it.
  
• Camera
  

AFTERNOON SNORKELLING

Taking a packed lunch, we will head off  for the afternoon tour.  Designed with the avid snorkeler in mind, this tour maximises time in the water whilst exploring the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef at 2 fantastic snorkeling sites from a glass bottom boat.  A full 3 hours are spent on the water at Tantabiddi Sanctuary Zone and way beyond with ample opportunity to view numerous unique coral habitats whilst onboard or snorkelling.

If you don't want to be out on the water for the afternoon, you can have a free afternoon. There will be no refund for this portion of the itinerary if you choose not to join.  Please indicate at the time of registration if you don't wish to participate.

TOUR 3

Another half day tour, departing at 8.00am.  Today we head to the north west of the national park to Hammersley Gorge which is further afield than the other gorges. Swirls of rock sweep down through the gorge and waterfalls rush into tranquil pools.

For a revitalising spa treatment like no other, take a dip into Hamersley Gorge, a natural spa rock pool in Karijini National Park. As you lie back into the water, you’ll be amazed by the spectacular rock formations carved out by Mother Nature over millions of years. Watch the reflections in the water and feel the tranquility of your awesome surroundings.

The gorge offers a tremendous view of folded bands of coloured ancient rocks, with stepped waterfalls at the base of the gorge.

From the trailhead, it is a 400m walk down roughly hewn steps to the gorge floor (about an hour return). Hamersley Gorge is somewhat wider than other gorges in the park, and offers more expansive views on the descent into the gorge itself. Here you will clearly see how the layers of rock bent and buckled before they pushed their way to the surface millions of years ago. At the base of the gorge, take a dip in the delightful gorge pool and relax in the shade of the trees.  A longer bus trip, but a relaxing destination (approx. 75 – 90 min drive each way).