Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook Island) to snorkel with these "turt-ally" awesome sea creatures. This tour is one to be remembered!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Enjoy a fun day out on the ocean, engaging with turtles, marine life and nature with our ecologically conscious Swim with Turtles Tour! Our tour begins with a 20min boat ride to Cook Island Aquatic Reserve (Joongurra-Narrian). The reserve lies approximately 600m off the shore of Fingal Head, NSW. It is a foraging ground to a significant number of sea turtles. The numbers are so significant that the island was originally named Turtle Island. It is here that we will dive in and meet these turtally awesome locals! The surrounding waters of the reserve are also home to a wide variety of subtropical and temperate species of fish, crustaceans, and rays – just to name a few! Prepare to be awed by the magical underwater world that lies here on our doorstep! CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel or reschedule your tour, you must contact us by phone at least 24 hours before your tour start time. Late cancellations are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. REFUND POLICY: We are unable to refund the booking or card fees you may incur if a full refund is granted. PLEASE NOTE: we operation on QLD time. All tour times are listed as such.
What‘s Included
Fresh fruit after your snorkel
Snorkel Equiment: mask, snorkel, wetsuit, fins, floation noodle if requested
Life jackets will not be worn in the water - all participants must be able to swim
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Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
Reviews
159 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing!! So many turtles!!
jessicarU1821UW,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience!! We had a very rough day to go to the island but it made it more of an adventure. The guides were amazing and always made sure we felt safe. With a group of about 12 people, we had the island and turtles to ourselves!! There were sooooooo many turtles and they were very laid back, allowing us to get up close. All up it was a breathtaking experience with an amazing eco company and extraordinary guides.
Great experience
mariamS8527SB,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The crew and guides were very professional making sure everyone was safe. They pointed out dolphins on the way out and also guided us tho the best spots to see the turtles.Los making sure we all were respectful of the turtles and their habitat.
Magical day out on and in the ocean
G9641DWsuen,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fabulous day out we had today. Check in process was seamless, and Gemma was a pro at fitting everyone’s wet suits. Snowy and Hunter were great - the boat ride out to Cook Island was exhilarating. Once in the water, it was magical. We saw turtles, wobbegongs, and an amazing array of fish and marine life. Such a beautiful experience and memories we will cherish. Thanks team, we will be back!
Great experience....
Naomi P,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Super knowledgeable Conner and Captain Snowy could not have done anything more to make the experience any bettwr
Excellent experience - loads of turtles
karentV7776CY,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience - thoroughly recommend. The team (Gemma, Connor, Corey) all helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. We are a family of 2 adults and 2 teenagers who all rate this trip very highly. We swam up close to loads of turtles and along with lots of fish saw octopus, starfish and wobbegong. Even the boat ride out to the island was fun, and their snorkelling equipment and wetsuits all excellent condition. Note that there are no facilities to change out of your wet bathers when you get back so be prepared (we had driven down from Gold Coast).
Fantastic experience
J7725TIbrookeb,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience, guides were welcoming, fun and knowledgeable. We saw lots of turtles so close we had to be careful not to touch them. My daughter and I were very happy thankyou Gem and Cloudy for a great day!
Great snorkeling experience.
GCbonvivant,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great snorkel, saw turtles and Wobbegongs. Supplied equipment was in good condition and boat skipper and snorkel guides were both helpful and safety conscious. Whole experience was great fun.
Stupendous Maritime Adventure
Jane A,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely brilliant experience, saw heaps of turtles and fish and a Wobbegong. Early start was good and we were well prepared by Connor and Lockie
What a surprise!
kydecjoe,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Only a short drive from Kirra and we were met by friendly and knowledgeable. They kitted us up and following a safety briefing we were off. We saw dolphins, turtles, Wobbegongs and myriads of fish! Our guide Tom kept us safe and led us along the island shores. A great experience and value for money.
Turtles, sharks, and an amazing family experience
P8081LCmattc,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic experience with Cooly Eco Adventures on our turtle tour. Despite the weather being a bit ordinary — rainy and overcast — the experience itself was excellent and well worth it. Our two guides, Cory and Connor, were absolute pros. They got us fully kitted out in wetsuits and fins quickly and confidently, kept everyone comfortable in the water, and made sure we felt safe the whole time. Their knowledge and calm approach really stood out, especially given the conditions. We were lucky enough to see turtles, leopard sharks, and even an ornate wobbegong, which was an incredible experience — particularly for our kids. We did the tour as a family of five with three teenagers, and it was perfect for that age group. Fun, educational, and genuinely memorable. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and want a great marine life experience, even if the weather doesn’t fully cooperate.
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