Top Sydney Snorkeling

Sydney is world-famous for its beaches, but knowing exactly where to go snorkeling around the city is much trickier. This snorkeling experience at Clovelly Beach reveals lush kelp forests and rugged reefs rich with marine life. Get your snorkeling gear set up with your guide’s help and follow a route designed to see as much of the local fish and marine life as possible.

The team at Dive Centre Bondi is passionate about delivering exceptional dive training. With small groups and attention to detail, we pride ourselves in ensuring you complete your chosen dive course feeling confident and comfortable underwater. Whatever your diving goals, our dedicated team of professionals will mentor you along your journey (whilst having A LOT of FUN along the way!)

Explore the vibrant underwater world of Sydney with our Guided Snorkel Tours. Led by expert local PADI guides, these tours take you to stunning locations like Shelly Beach, Fairy Bower, and Fairlight Beach, where you can encounter diverse marine life in crystal-clear waters. Perfect for those comfortable in the ocean, each tour provides all necessary equipment, including a wetsuit and flotation devices, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Whether you’re a snorkeling enthusiast or looking to improve your skills, this tour offers an unforgettable aquatic adventure right on Sydney's doorstep. - Tour includes equipment hire: mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit - Explore marine life in Cabbage Tree Bay Marine Reserve or other similar locations - Suitable for ages 8 and up, swimming proficiency required - Available year-round on weekends and select weekdays

Did you know there is excellent snorkeling in Sydney? This private experience at the marine-life-rich Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve takes you on a convenient snorkeling adventure, right in the city. Your guide takes care of all the logistics and ensures your safety and comfort, tailoring the experience to your skill level, even if you’re a first-timer. You’ll see gropers, cuttlefish, and mado as your guide leads the way—and takes photos.

This experience is for CONFIDENT SWIMMERS ONLY. If you are NOT CONFIDENT, we strongly recommend the Private One-on-One Experience Join fellow ocean lovers on this open group snorkel tour at Shelly Beach, one of Sydney’s most iconic marine sanctuaries. Explore the perfect mix of adventure and connection with crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life and postcard views. ‍All participants must be able to swim unassisted and confidently in the ocean.

Explore the Blue Mountains the easy way on a full-day group tour from Sydney. It’s an action-packed trip with spectacular views, railway and cable car rides, forest walks, and wildlife encounters at Sydney Zoo. See much more than you could touring independently. This thorough tour appeals to travelers with many interests. Return to Sydney’s Circular Quay by ferry in time for dinner in the city.

Sightseeing around Circular Quay doesn’t have to mean slow ferries and crowded lookouts. This high-speed jet boat ride rockets you across Sydney Harbour for a thrilling spin on classic views. Snap photos of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge before your captain shifts gears into spins, slides, and power maneuvers.

Sydney's busy roads can make sightseeing tricky. Skip city traffic and combine a ferry ride with admission to Taronga Zoo. Depart from Circular Quay and sail across Sydney Harbour, taking in panoramic views of the skyline along the way. At the zoo, spot koalas and kangaroos, along with wildlife from around the world. Your package includes round-trip ferry transfers, so getting back to the city center couldn't be easier.

Combine lunch and a cruise in one seamless booking, and see Syndey Harbour from its best angle—right on the water. Cruise past landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and catch a glimpse of secluded beaches and towering sandstone cliffs. As you explore, tuck into a delicious buffet lunch.

Be amazed and take a journey of discovery through SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s themed zones including the Penguin Expedition. Experience the sub-Antarctic during and interactive exhibit to meet spectacular King and Gentoo penguins. Come face-to-fin with more than 4,000 animals from 300 different species including majestic dugongs, grey nurse sharks, jellyfish, and an array of tropical fish.

Visiting the Blue Mountains independently can be tiring to do independently, with long distances between viewpoints. This full-day tour from Sydney simplifies the journey, connecting the region’s highlights while a driver tackles the roads. Take in sweeping views from Kings Tableland, walk to scenic spots such as Wentworth Falls or Leura Cascades, and visit the towns of Leura and Katoomba to see the Three Sisters. The day ends with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River back to Circular Quay.

This private tour is perfect for families with kids aged 8 and up, offering the chance to snorkel and discover Sydney’s vibrant marine life together. Clovelly Beach provides calm waters for a relaxed experience, with options for adventurous family members. Our guides will assess the conditions on the day and customize a route to suit your family’s preferences and abilities. Equipment is included - masks and fins are selected to ensure comfort and readiness. Sleek flotation aids are available for a more relaxed snorkel, while weight belts are an option for those eager to dive closer to the marine life. We want your family to have a fantastic time! Kids’ energy levels can vary, so our guides will adjust the pace and activities to keep everyone engaged and happy.

This experience is designed for those who are non-swimmers or anyone who isn’t confident in the ocean. It is also for those simply seeking exclusivity! No need to know how to swim! We provide flotation devices and stay by your side the whole time and even hold your hand if needed. It’s all about making you feel safe and comfortable. Bringing a partner, friend, or child? Message us to check options for more than 1 guest.

Learning to surf on your own means guessing at technique and trying to access equipment—difficult to arrange on vacation. Book a small-group lesson at Bondi Beach with a local instructor to cover surf and safety basics, warm-up, paddling, catching waves, and standing up. All the gear is included, so you can turn up and get straight in the water.

Combine sightseeing with meal plans on this sunset dinner cruise around Sydney Harbour. Relax as soon as you step on board, and take in the city from a unique and romantic perspective. Pass highlights including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Enjoy a 3-course à la carte meal, or upgrade to a 4-course option if you choose. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion, like an anniversary or birthday.

Understanding Sydney’s layered history can be difficult without local context, particularly in areas shaped by both Indigenous heritage and European colonies. This guided pub walking tour explores The Rocks, an area with deep cultural significance, through stories connected to its long-standing pubs. Walk between venues with a local guide, enjoy four included drinks, and learn how social gathering places reflected changing communities over time.

Visit your choice of two, three or four of Sydney’s top attractions with the convenient and economical Sydney combo pass. Choose from a list of four options: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Sydney Tower Eye or Madame Tussauds Sydney. The Sydney Tower Eye observation deck offers sweeping views over Sydney Harbour and the city. The zoo and aquariums feature an amazing array of native Australian wildlife. Pose for photos with life-like wax statues of your favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds.

Located on the shoreline of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Taronga Zoo is home to thousands of fascinating animals, including Australian natives such as the koala, kangaroo, and platypus. Check the schedule for daily keeper presentations, or book an animal encounter or guided tour (own expense) for a more in-depth experience.

Getting from Sydney to the Blue Mountains can be time-consuming if you’re relying on trains and local transport. This day tour connects the region’s highlights without wasting a second of your vacation time. Take in sweeping views of the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, experience the rides at Scenic World, and see native wildlife at either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo before returning with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River.

Many whale-watching tours head straight into open water, but this cruise begins in Sydney Harbour, where you can enjoy breakfast or a barbecue lunch (depending on the option selected). After your meal, sail past sights such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge en route to the Pacific Ocean, in search of migrating humpback and southern right whales. A naturalist guide provides live commentary along the way, and helps you spot marine life.

Save yourself the guesswork of finding a restaurant with a view and secure guaranteed window seating at Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant. Dine nearly 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the city as the restaurant completes a full rotation, revealing changing views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, and even the Blue Mountains on clear days. Enjoy an unlimited buffet with more than 30 dishes, plus an included drink.

"Sydney Underwater Scooter Tours is a unique underwater adventure for everyone. We have years of experience, and we are the only tour that caters to non-swimmers. We invented this tour to allow you to experience the ocean in a safe and fun way while being surrounded by marine life, providing an underwater adventure like no other. It's fully guided and an incredibly enjoyable experience. We take you to shallow and deep areas in the ocean, offering lots of fun. We can provide video packages for an extra cost; please inquire about them. We have close marine life encounters in their natural habitat, close to Sydney Center at Clovelly. We look forward to seeing you in the water!"