Deluxe Whale Shark Swim | Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo

Departure Times
Departure Point: Exmouth, Western Australia
Pricing Options
Explore the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef on a full day snorkel and whale shark adventure!
- Snorkel gear, lunch, and expert marine guides included
- Cruise through the pristine waters of Ningaloo Reef and spot marine life
- Opportunity to swim with majestic whale sharks on the reef
- Free photos and videos of your experience provided
Swimming with whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef is the ultimate Western Australia bucket list experience! The Deluxe Whale Shark Swim with Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo provides everything you need for a thrilling day out on the water.
Admire the serene underwater world and swim alongside the iconic whale shark in the open ocean between March and August. Whale sharks are the largest fish in the world, and snorkelling with these massive but peaceful creatures is a once in a lifetime experience!
Highlights
- Swim with whale sharks experience
- High quality snorkel gear provided
- Snorkel instruction
- Expert snorkel guides onboard
- Informational commentary
- Smooth, stable vessel
- Explore the incredible Ningaloo Reef
- Safe and enjoyable vibes
- Free photos and videos of your swim
- Lunch and snacks included
- Celebratory glass of sparkling wine or light beer
- A portion of your ticket price goes towards whale shark research
Sample Itinerary
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Board the vessel and snorkel instruction
The Deluxe Whale Shark Swim departs from Exmouth. Here you will board the Blue Strike Vessel, meet the friendly crew, and cruise out to the stunning Ningaloo Reef. Your guides will share their expert knowledge about whale shark behaviours and ecology, while giving a pre-snorkel safety briefing and demonstration.
Time to find a whale shark!
Spend the da...
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Board the vessel and snorkel instruction
The Deluxe Whale Shark Swim departs from Exmouth. Here you will board the Blue Strike Vessel, meet the friendly crew, and cruise out to the stunning Ningaloo Reef. Your guides will share their expert knowledge about whale shark behaviours and ecology, while giving a pre-snorkel safety briefing and demonstration.
Time to find a whale shark!
Spend the day cruising around the sapphire waters as the guides try to spot some whale sharks. Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo has a dedicated aircraft that can aid the skipper in finding whale sharks, so your chances are pretty good!
If the team is able to spot some whale sharks, you can jump into the water and snorkel alongside these peaceful giants. This is one of the most breathtaking experiences to have in Australia! This tour emphasises a relaxed and respectful environment with the marine life, so enjoy every moment of this special encounter.
Lunch and photo inclusions
Throughout your day tour, you can enjoy snacks, refreshments, and lunch. A complimentary glass of sparkling wine or light beer is also provided at the end of the day to celebrate your exciting whale shark swim! There is also a professional videographer who will be taking footage throughout the day. A video and photos of your whale shark swim will be sent to you at the end of your tour.
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What To Bring
- Sun protection
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Camera
- Water bottle
What's Included
- Snorkelling equipment
- Full length wetsuit
- Pick-ups from local accommodations
- National park fees
- Highly trained guides
- Refreshments
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Lunch
- Glass of sparkling wine or light beer
- USB with photos and a video of your experience
What's Extra
- All inclusive day tour
Terms and Conditions
Important Inform...
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What To Bring
- Sun protection
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Camera
- Water bottle
What's Included
- Snorkelling equipment
- Full length wetsuit
- Pick-ups from local accommodations
- National park fees
- Highly trained guides
- Refreshments
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Lunch
- Glass of sparkling wine or light beer
- USB with photos and a video of your experience
What's Extra
- All inclusive day tour
Terms and Conditions
Important Information
Please keep in mind that dealing with wild animals in their natural environment is not predictable. The crew will make every possible effort to ensure that you have the best experience possible, however we can not guarantee that we will see all or any of the wildlife mentioned. No repeat vouchers or refunds are offered.
All information provided at any time by Outback Tours and our affiliates is subject to these Terms & Conditions. This includes but is not limited to tour information, pricing, blog posts, travel advice, itinerary information and availability.
Your Responsibilities
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours and itineraries prior to travel as specified on your voucher or ticket. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Outback Tours/Mr Travel and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers/tickets are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and the individual tour check-in agent, before boarding, of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions. Guests unable to attend their ticketed tour, transport or accommodation due to delay or lateness will not be eligible for a refund.
If you are undertaking any scuba diving activities, please read and meet the scuba diving medical requirements and information before travel.
Prices/Extra Costs
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Accountability/Misconduct
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based on feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Outback Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Travel Risk/Insurance
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Guests embarking on activities such as scuba diving, jet skiing, skydiving and hiking experiences should purchase insurance appropriate for the risks involved with these activities.
Transport
It should be noted that any transport you have booked (buses, flights and ferries) through Outback Tours is non-refundable and non-transferable. It might be possible to change flights however do note this must be done directly with the flight operator and we are unable to offer any support with this. This may incur change fees or cancellation fees, it depends on the T+Cs of the flight operators themselves. As we acted as a booking agent for you, it is possible to liaise with the airline directly should there be any unexpected events and the airline is forced to cancel your flights. If there are any changes to your flight times or days, we will get notified and send this email directly to you in a reasonable time.
Merchant Fees
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Transfers
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.
Itinerary tours, accommodation and transport subject to change
Any specific accommodation, tours, transport, activities or product listed in our itineraries is subject to change according to availability. Our travel agents will do their best to secure you the specific listed accommodation, however, if not possible according to availability, Outback Tours reserves the right to swap and substitute certain products for similar experiences, accommodation or transport that works with your timeframe.
Information & Advice
All information, advice or pricing provided by Outback Tours and our affiliates, or through any of our team, is subject to change. Outback Tours articles and products are provided online for general information purposes only and are intended as guides. Any advice interpreted from information on the website (including but not limited to financial, immigration, employment and tax information) is not specialist advice and does not constitute legal, tax or other professional instruction. Outback Tours does not guarantee that any information provided is up-to-date or accurate. Please obtain professional advice before actioning any advice, including but not limited to tax, immigration, employment, travel restrictions and finances.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Cancellation Policy
Client Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 4 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers' discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to: admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Outback Tours/Mr Travel online department.
Refunds
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Outback Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Thank you for booking with our Australian travel experts here at Outback Tours/Mr Travel. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Happy travels!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my children onboard?
Yes, but the minimum age is 6 years old.
Where does the tour depart?
The tour departs from Exmouth Marina Boat Ramp, Exmouth, Western Australia, Australia.
Are accommodation pick-ups offered?
Pick-ups are offered for accommodations around the Exmouth area. Please contact Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks to organise at +61 (08) 9949 1201 or bookings@exmouthdiving.com.au.
When is whale shark season?
Whale shark season goes from March to August each year.
How do you find the whale sharks?
The company has a light aircraft that flies around the reef and notifies the skipper of any whale shark sightings!
Will there be a photographer onboard to take photos?
Yes! Photos and a video of your experience are provided on a USB for free following the tour.
Do I need to be a confident swimmer?
Yes, this tour does require some level of confidence in the water. You will be climbing on and off the boat in the open ocean, where the water is deep and sometimes choppy. The crew is there to ensure everyone is safe, but having basic swimming skills is important to ensure you have an enjoyable experience!
What happens if we don't see a whale shark?
There is a Good 'Whaleshark Swim' Guarantee from March 1st. In the unlikely event no whale shark is sighted on your Whale Shark Adventure, you get a half price repeat tour to use in the 3 years (conditions apply).