About this tour
A two-hour snorkel trip departing daily from Sorrento Pier puts you in the water with Australian fur seals and weedy sea dragons in their natural habitat. You'll spend time both boating and in the water, with all gear provided and a meal included. Optional naturalist talks help you understand what you're seeing. It's designed for mixed fitness levels, making it accessible whether you're a confident swimmer or just keen to get in the water.
Highlights
- Swim directly with playful Australian fur seals
- Spot weedy sea dragons in open water
- All snorkelling gear and wetsuits supplied
- Lunch and hot drinks included
- Optional expert naturalist commentary
- Suitable for all fitness and swimming abilities
What to expect
You'll board from Sorrento Pier and head out to seal colonies where the animals are active and curious. Once in the water, expect close encounters with fur seals that often approach swimmers. The experience balances time on the boat with actual snorkelling—roughly an hour in the water across the two-hour outing. Sea dragons are more elusive but worth the patience; they blend into seagrass and move slowly. The water temperature is managed via wetsuits. Between swims, you'll eat lunch and warm up with hot drinks.
Good to know
Bring a towel and change of clothes. Small children can come aboard (infants must sit on an adult's lap), and prams are welcome. Public transport reaches Sorrento Pier easily. Seasickness can occur; take precautions if prone. A reasonable level of swimming confidence helps, though the guides support all abilities.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.