Julian Rocks Nguthungulli Nature Reserve

Discover Julian Rocks Marine Sanctuary in Byron Bay, rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia. Experience "Nguthungulli" (the local Arakwal name for this incredible place) which offers protected safe and shallow waters perfect for snorkelling and freediving. Sitting off the most easterly point of Australia, Julian Rocks is a convergence point of warm tropical and cooler temperate waters, making it a marine wildlife hotspot. Snorkel with whales, dolphins, manta rays, leopard sharks, grey nurse sharks and turtles. Discover a perfect environment for snorkelling and freediving with prolific fish life and multiple areas to explore. Your onboard Marine biologist will guide you to the best spots to see marine life. Don't worry, you will be provided with a quality mask, fins and a wetsuit. Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline onboard your comfortable vessel "Wardjum" ─ Bundjalung for a mythical sea creature. You may even encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks. Humpback whales are a daily sight from June-November. You must be comfortable swimming in open water. We do offer pool noodles but we do not provide flotation jackets for non swimmers.

Join our Marine Biologist guides on a premium cruise from Brunswick Heads to Julian Rocks Nature Reserve in Byron Bay for a snorkeling adventure with all gear included. Cruise along the coast of Byron Bay and explore over 1000 marine species including sea turtles, manta rays, eagle rays, leopard sharks, grey nurse sharks, dolphins, corals, and more. Arrive at the Brunswick Heads Marina 30mins before the tour departure then set off for a scenic boat trip to the snorkel site, soaking in the sights of the Byron Bay coastline onboard our comfortable purpose built vessel. Encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks. Next, discover the rocky outcrop of Julian Rocks Nature Reserve, traditionally known as “Nguthungulli”, one of Australia’s top rated dive sites. Snorkel in its safe, protected and shallow waters and observe an endless list of marine life. Our fun and friendly marine biologists will guide you to multiple snorkel spots. From friendly leopard sharks and wobbegongs to Manta rays, Turtles, hundreds of colourful fish species, grey nurse sharks, eagle rays, dolphins, and much more, take it all in during a Premier Guided Snorkel Tour.

Julian Rocks Marine Sanctuary is rated as one of the best dive sites in Australia. “Nguthungulli” the local Arakwal name for this incredible place, offers protected safe, and shallow waters perfect for snorkeling and freediving, with prolific fish life and multiple areas to explore. Sitting off the most easterly point of Australia, Julian Rocks is a convergence point of warm tropical and cooler temperate waters, making it a marine wildlife hotspot. Turtles, Manta Rays, Leopard Sharks, Grey Nurse Sharks, Dolphins, and Whales are all common visitors. Enjoy the sights of the Byron coastline onboard our comfortable purpose-built vessel “Apollo 2”, we often encounter local dolphins and other marine life on the way to Julian Rocks. Duration approx. 2.5hrs All tour times are in New South Wales time, please note a 1 hour time difference if travelling for Queensland. Please take a moment to read our terms and conditions on our website that you automatically agree to upon purchase of your ticket.

Total duration 3 hour (60 min. in the water) WE OPERATE FOLLOWING NEW SOUTH WALES TIME (ADST +1) - if you are travelling from Queensland, please take into account that we are an hour ahead until the end of Australian Eastern Daylight Saving Time About Immerse yourself in the waters surrounding Nguthungulli Julian Rocks, Byron Bay. Home to more than 1000 marine species, including sharks, rays, loggerhead, green & hawksbill sea turtles and over 500 species of tropical and temperate fish. More info - Age: min. 10 years old - Kids under 18 need to be supervised by an adult at all times - This activity involves open-water swimming - Meeting point: 5 Marvell Street, Byron Bay Included - 60 min snorkelling at Nguthungulli Julian Rocks - Full snorkelling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel, wetsuit) - Vehicle and boat transfer to snorkelling site This activity may not be suited for people with medical conditions or pregnant women.