Explore The Great Barrier Reef

To ensure everyone gets to experience snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, Ocean Dynamics offers tour options to all levels of snorkeller – whether you are a novice or an experienced snorkeller our experienced guides have designed experiences appropriate for a variety of skill levels.

During your snorkelling tour you will have the opportunity to dive in breathtaking locations along the reef, both hand-picked to showcase the most stunning underwater scenes the Whitsunday Islands’ has to offer.

Guided Snorkel (& Dive) Tour*

Enjoy a half day snorkelling experience in a breathtaking inner reef location close to Hayman Island. On this bespoke inner reef guided snorkel tour you will sight an abundance of tropical fish species, colourful coral reefs, a variety of sea stars, sea cucumbers & urchins, giant clams and turtles.

This tour is suited for all levels of snorkelling experience from the novice or beginner snorkeller to those who have snorkelled many times before. This is an informative and educational tour offering introduction to the marine environment. Your experienced guide will ensure your snorkel experience is one to remember.

Price: $195 per adult / $150 per child (1-12 years)
Optional: private snorkel guides can be added to your tour who will look after your group exclusively (additional charges apply & subject to availability).

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Advanced Guided Snorkel (& Dive) Tour*

Travel further afield aboard one of Ocean Dynamics’ high speed sports vessels for an advanced dive and snorkel experience ideal for experienced snorkellers and divers. Explore inner and outer reef locations chosen on prevailing weather and tide conditions, these tours will be with a small group of experienced snorkellers and certified divers.

This advanced guided dive and snorkel tour is recommended for guests who have obtained an open water dive certification and is only suitable to snorkellers who are experienced and confident in the water. Please keep this in mind when selecting this tour.

Price: $250 per person (minimum age 12 years)
Optional: private snorkel guides can be added to your tour (additional charges apply)

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Tour Inclusions

Each diving and/or snorkelling adventure includes:

  • A return luxury boat trip from Hayman Island to two reef locations
  • A picnic lunch packed for each individual guest
  • Refreshments provided throughout the day including non-alcoholic beverages
  • Snorkelling and dive equipment provided
  •  Lycra wet suits for protection from the sun and marine environment

Make your experience extra special by upgrading your experience to include the following:

  • An underwater photo package from $125
  • Access to premium dive equipment from $300 pp
  • Your own private snorkel guide from $1000 per day
  • Your own private dive guide from $1000 per day
  • Sea Scooter hire @ $200/scooter

POOL SNORKELLING LESSONS

Snorkelling lessons are held daily in the Hayman Pool and are designed so you can build up your skills before venturing out near the reef on your off island adventure. The lesson last approximately 60-minutes. We recommend to undertake a lesson on a different day to your snorkelling tours.

Your Pool Snorkelling Lesson is priced at $60 per person.

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Medical Disclaimer: All guests diving and snorkelling will be required to fill out a medical questionnaire to ensure that you have no medical problems (past or present) or taking any medication that may be contradictory to diving or snorkelling. Some medical conditions and / or medication may prevent you from diving or snorkelling. If you are unsure about this, please discuss this with our team at the time of booking. This tour is operated and managed by Ocean Dynamics, a third party operator to InterContinental Hayman Island Resort supplying snorkel, dive, boat charter and motorised water sports tours and services. As a consequence, InterContinental Hayman Island Resort is not responsible for the services supplied and cannot be held liable for any damages, losses, personal injury, costs and any other liability in relation to the operation of these services.