Ningaloo

(Western Australia)

May 23-31, 2024

Join Us as we explore beautiful Ningaloo, Western Australia, the world's longest fringing reef and one of the best places on Earth to swim with whale sharks, manta rays and humpbacks.

The Ningaloo Reef in Australia’s North West is the world’s longest fringing reef system and offers some of the best opportunities for underwater photography anywhere in the world. The reef runs along the North West Cape, which is the closest point to where the western part of Australian continent meets the continental shelf.


The reef’s remoteness, the mixing of oceanic currents, and the strong protection it receives as one of the largest marine parks in Australia mean that it is one of the best places to encounter marine megafauna. Pilot Whales, Minke Whales, dolphins, dugongs, manta rays, orcas and other 'big' animals appear sporadically throughout May - anything can happen on Ningaloo Reef!

Trip Details

This trip is a land-based trip based in Exmouth, Australia. It is a combination trip of snorkeling (with the whale sharks) and diving in Ningaloo Reef and the surrounding area. 


Planned Itinerary


Day 1 - Thurs. May 23rd - Domestic flight to Exmouth. Arrive and settle into Accommodation in Exmouth. 

Day 2 - Fri. May 24th - Whale Shark Swim

Day 3 - Sat. May 25th - Muiron/Outer Reef: Diving (2 dives) 

Day 4 - Sun. May 26th- Whale Shark Swim

Day 5 - Mon. May 27th - Cape Range National Park Tour (land-based day) 

Day 6 - Tues. May 28th - Ningaloo Reef: Diving/Manta Rays  (2 dives) 

Day 7 - Wed. May 29th- Muiron/Outer Reef: Diving (2 dives) 

Day 8 - Thurs. May 30th- Whale Shark Swim  

Day 9 - Fri. May 31st - Check out of resort and catch domestic flights. 

Getting to Western Australia

From North America, Europe, Asia:

Our hub for this trip is Exmouth, Australia. The closest international gateway is Perth, Australia. Other options include flying into Sydney or Melbourne. Once you arrive in Australia, you'll catch a domestic flight to Exmouth, Australia. The airport code for Exmouth is LEA. 

Within Australia: 

Domestic flights to Exmouth, WA from your home departure city. 

Domestic flights: Currently there are a few flight options on Qantas: 

Arrival May 23, 2024

Departure May 31, 2024


Exclusions

Dates

May 23-31, 2024

Duration: 8 nights/ 9 days

Package Cost: Per Person in USD, various occupancy options below. 

We'll be staying at the lovely Exmouth Escape Resort in Exmouth, WA, Australia. We'll be in the vlillas which consist of 2 bedrooms and a loft area. There is one master bedroom with a queen bed with attached bathroom, a second bedroom with a queen bed, and a loft with 2 single beds. There is a 2nd separate bathroom which will be shared with the second bedroom and loft guests. The villas can sleep up to 6 people. Each villa has a a gourmet kitchen, dining area, living area w/tv, and an outside patio area, as well as Internet and A/C throughout.

Inclusions

How to Secure Your Spot:

Please note that this trip has limited spots, so you will need to get in quick to secure your booking. The following payments will be required:


We will be in touch via e-mail to provide individual invoices and payment details. We would recommend purchasing your flights into Perth, Australia as soon as possible to secure reasonably priced flights. 

To book and check for available spaces email: info@designedforscuba.com

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