Snorkel with the Turtles at Cook Island

GOLD COAST AND TWEED COAST

Located less than 1km off Fingal Headland, the tiny volcanic outcrop of Cook Island is home to a permanent population of Green, Hawksbill & Loggerhead Turtles. You may find some of these gentle giants even getting nice close & personal ready for a photo.

From June to November, you’re likely to see the humpback whales on their annual migration. At the height of summer, the graceful ( and perfectly harmless! ) leopard sharks may be around. And at any time of the year, we are often joined by a pod of dolphins as we head out to the island.

Voted #1 Best Wildlife Experience on the Gold Coast!

Read about the experience on gapyear.com, or on the TTG Media website here.

THE DETAILS:

• Cost $99
• 2.5hrs duration
• Departs from and returns to Fingal Boathouse, Fingal Road, Fingal Head, NSW 2487.
• This is a self guided activity
• Min of 1 pax / Max of 9 pax so round up the crew!

WE SUPPLY:

• Qualified Snorkel Guide
• ALL equipment ( wetsuits, fins, mask & snorkel )
• Sunscreen
• Life-jackets, floatation device
• FUN & ADVENTURE!

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Cook Island is home to a permanent population of Green, Hawksbill & Loggerhead Turtles.
• The hard and soft corals of the reef also provide lots of hiding places for cheeky clown fish, anemones and wobbegongs, as well as a huge variety of tropical and sub-tropical species.
• This tour definitely rates as the experience of a lifetime. It will leave you in awe of the Tweed’s natural beauty and we guarantee you’ll be talking about it for months to come as the highlight of your holiday!

TOUR ITINERARY:

• Your Snorkel with the Turtles experience starts with gearing up and going through a snorkel brief before we leave the dock.
• Enjoy a 15-minute boat ride along the Tweed River, through the Tweed bar and past some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches.
• We’ll anchor off Cook Island, make sure everyone is kitted out with snorkelling gear and then … dive in!
• Our snorkelling instructor will be in the water with you to help any beginners and to make sure you don’t miss any turtle sightings. Plus give you a educational tour throughout your snorkel.

Due to constant changing weather conditions if you are booking within 24 hours of departure please call or sms 0430 082 890 to confirm.