Experience the Wonders of Ningaloo, All in One Day

Discover the very best of the Ningaloo coast in a single, unforgettable day with Exmouth Adventure Co's Ningaloo In A Day Safari experience—an expertly crafted journey that brings together comfort, adventure, and the region’s most iconic highlights.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR:

Enjoy the incredible views from atop Charles Knife Canyon | Swim or snorkel Ningaloo Reef | Boat cruise on Yardie Creek onboard our vessel 'Spirit of Yardi'| Photo op at Vlamingh Head Lighthouse

DURATION:

9am to 5pm (approximately 8 hours)

TOUR INCLUSIONS AT A GLANCE:

Morning tea and lunch | Transport and National Park entry fee | All snorkel equipment | Knowledgable local guide | Photos taken by your guide

SEASON:

Year round

LOCATION:

Exmouth, Ningaloo Reef, Cape Range National Park, Western Australia

PRICE:

Adults $320 | Children $285 (Age 6 to 17) | Family $1030* (2 adults, 2 children). Additional children (on top of family price) $242*

*Family price available for direct bookings only. Please contact us for other custom or group pricing.

TOUR NUMBERS:

This tour will run with a minimum of 4 people, and is usually capped at a maximum of 10 people.  Larger groups and customised tours can be catered for upon request.

TOUR LIMITATIONS:

The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces and small sections of soft sand. To embark our vessel on Yardi Creek, you will need to be able to step down into our vessel from the jetty with the assistance of your guide.

An average level of fitness and mobility, and a sense of wonder is all you need to enjoy this tour.

Guests must be able to understand sufficient English to comprehend basic safety instructions.

TOUR MEETING POINT:

Pick up from Exmouth accommodation starting from 8.45am.


Enjoying the view over Charles Knife Gorge on the Ningaloo In A Day Safari
Snorkelling Ningaloo Reef on the Ningaloo In A Day Safari
Visit Vlamingh Head lighthouse on the Ningaloo In A Day Safari
What To Expect

Each day is different and uniquely full of wonder.

Your day begins with pick up from your Exmouth accommodation just before 9am. Please arrive early and come dressed in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing with enclosed footwear. Make sure you bring your bathers, towel and sandals or flip flops for a swim or snorkel later on.

We then take the scenic drive to visit Charles Knife Gorge. You'll be amazed by this rugged natural landscape as we ascend the road to the top, and learn about the history of the area. The views from the top are second-to-none as rugged canyons fall away from the road (local's describe this area as Exmouth's mini-Grand Canyon) and you enjoy views out over Exmouth Gulf.

After making our way back through Exmouth town, and up to Vlamingh Head Lighthouse to take in the panoramic views of reef and range. This is a great spot to enjoy morning tea and a cuppa as you take in the view. Enjoy watching some of the 40,000+ humpback whales that migrate past here from July to October.

We'll then start the journey into Cape Range National Park. Along the way your guide will provide commentary on the natural and human history of the area, and you may be lucky enough to spot some of the local wildlife: emu, dingo, wallaroos, bustards or birds of prey.

Once in the national park, stop at one of Ningaloo's iconic beaches for a refreshing swim or snorkel in our famously turquoise waters. There'll be time to get changed into your bathers before your guide kits you out with snorkel gear and you dive in to meet some of Ningaloo's abundant marine life.

After all this activity you will have worked up an appetite, so it's time to enjoy a fresh and healthy picnic lunch. Dietary requirements can be catered for, please advise us of any special requirements on booking.

Following lunch we continue the journey to Yardie Creek where you'll board Exmouth Adventure Co's vessel, Spirit of Yardi. Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the creek and wonder at the grandeur of the red rock gorges - a photographers dream. Delight in the abundant wildlife including osprey and their giant nests, and cute black-flanked rock wallabies sunning themselves amongst the craggy cliffs.

It's then time to make our way back into Exmouth town. Your guide will farewell you at your accommodation around 5pm with a promise to have some photos of your adventure available soon for you to enjoy.

 

Black flanked rock wallabies are easy to spot from the comfort of Exmouth Adventure Co's vessel on Yardie Creek
A couple enjoy the view from Vlamingh Head Lighthouse, with colourful wildflowers in the foreground
Rock wallaby, guided hike, Yardie Creek Gorge

Highlights

Take in the rugged beauty of Charles Knife Canyon, where dramatic limestone ranges, deep gorges and sweeping views over Exmouth Gulf reveal the region’s ancient landscapes and rich history.

Soak up panoramic views ofNingaloo Reef and Exmouth Gulf from Vlamingh Head Lighthouse while enjoying morning tea. Between July and early October, you may even spot migrating humpback whales—part of the estimated 40,000 that pass through these waters.

Swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Ningaloo Reef, home to over 500 species of fish and 300 species of coral—one of the most accessible fringing reefs in the world.

Cruise through the striking red rock gorge of Yardie Creek aboard Spirit of Yardi, keeping an eye out for endangered black-flanked rock wallabies and osprey nesting high on the canyon walls—an unforgettable wildlife experience and a dream setting for photographers.

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE TOUR?

Your safety and enjoyment whilst participating in our Ningaloo In A Day Safari are a top priority for us here at Exmouth Adventure Co. We provide the following good quality, clean equipment and inclusions on this tour:

  • Snorkelling gear: Snorkel, mask, fins, stinger suits or wetsuits in season
  • Flotation devices if required: PFD (lifejacket, please advise on booking), pool noodle
  • Morning tea and lunch – specific dietary requirements (E.g vegetarian, vegan, gluten free) can be catered for, please advise on booking
  • Pick up/drop off from your Exmouth town accommodation in our air conditioned mini-van
  • Qualified, experienced guide
  • Complimentary tour photos taken by your guide
Wonder at the grandeur of Yardie Creek from Exmouth Adventure Co's vessel 'Spirit of Yardi'
Take a refreshing snorkel in the turquoise waters of Ningaloo Reef
Aerial view of Exmouth Adventure Co's vessel 'Spirit of Yardi' cruising on Yardie Creek Gorge

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

Please arrive for the tour dressed in weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing. You'll need to bring:

  • Enclosed footwear (trainers, enclosed sandals) shorts and t-shirt, a warmer layer in cooler months.
  • Sunscreen/zinc. Please consider using ‘reef safe’ sunscreen.
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Drinking water – you will need to bring a full water bottle - Exmouth Adventure Co doesn't provide single-use plastic bottles. Your guide will have extra water to top up your water bottle if needed
  • Bathers, board shorts for snorkelling (we will have wetsuits available in the cooler months for snorkelling, a rash shirt or stinger suit when required)
  • Flip flops/sandals for walking on the beach
  • Towel
  • Camera/phone for photos if you would like
  • Any personal items including medication that you may need during the day

 

FAQ

Is this tour family friendly?

Yes, this is one of our recommended tours for families to enjoy together. The minimum age we take on this tour is 6 years old, there is no maximum age!

I am a solo traveller and would like to book this tour. Do you take single bookings?

Yes we do! Solo travellers are most welcome on our tours.

How many people will be on the tour?

We will run the tour with a minimum of 4 people; the maximum group size is usually 10 people We can cater for larger groups and provide customised tours, please contact us for more info.

Do you take beginner snorkelers, or people who have never snorkelled before?

Yes, novice snorkellers are welcome, however you may be required to wear a PFD (lifejacket) if you have never snorkelled before or cannot swim 100m. Our Ningaloo Reef Snorkel Adventure tour is a fully-guided snorkel tour that is recommended for novice snorkelers to build skills and confidence.

Do I need to be super fit to enjoy this tour?

An average level of fitness and mobility and a sense of wonder are all you need to have a blast. There are some areas of walking on uneven ground, short sections on soft sand, and you will need to be able to step down onto our vessel to take the boat cruise on Yardie Creek.

What is this tour's Cancellation Policy?

This tour has a 72 hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made within 72 hours of tour departure will incur 100% of the tour cost. Cancellations made outside of 72 hours will receive a full refund, minus any booking fees already paid.

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CONTACT US

24 Pelias St
PO Box 796
Exmouth WA, 6707

Phone:
+61 (0)477 685 123

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OFFICE HOURS

Office open 7 days

 8.30am - 4.30pm

After hours HIRE return is available at no extra charge