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Whale Sharks

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Ningaloo Coast is one of Australia's best kept hidden gem secrets. Boasting a dual claim to fame this is Australia's largest fringing reef system and one of the few places on Earth where you can encounter both whale sharks and humpback whales in the same day.

A diver and snorkelling dream, Ningaloo Reef stretches 300 kilometres along the coastline and unlike The Great Barrier Reef, this is a fringing reef meaning, you don't need a boat to access, simply just take a few steps and your in!

With simple gear, just a snorkel, unlock this underwater wonderland and jump into the vibrant coral reef explodes with colour, teeming with an incredible variety of marine life. Imagine encountering playful fish, graceful manta rays, gentle giants like whale sharks and dugongs, and even dolphins, whales, turtles, and crustaceans.

​For an unforgettable encounter, book a full-day bucket list experience snorkel trip and swim alongside the world's largest fish, reaching up to 18 meters – the majestic whale shark! These tours of swimming with gentle giants in the crystal-clear water is only available from March to September. Alternatively, August and October is your chance to follow the migration of Humpbacks for a full day.

Operating as full day tours starting at 7AM and finishing at 4PM, transport, informative briefings, and snorkelling on the reef while spotter planes search for the giants. On board, delicious meals and refreshments are served to keep you fuelled throughout the day.

​So pack your snorkel or book your tour and get ready to experience the magic of Ningaloo.

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