The most popular snorkel due to its extended age category this is the favourite for families and has something for all ages. An incredible place to try snorkelling for the 1st time under the watchful eye of our experienced guides. Immerse yourself in the underwater realm of endangered species, as you swim off the reef on the Zebra Shark side of our heated, indoor Tropical Lagoon with the zebra sharks, shovel nose rays, leopard rays, epaulette sharks, bamboo sharks & many tropical fish.
Start your journey when you arrive at Irukandji to meet your guide and change into the wetsuits provided. They will get you suited up with snorkel gear and some wear and keep socks to keep your toes covered (you can even take the Irukandji souvenir socks home with you after), and then take you over to the lagoon to meet the animals.
You’ll get to experience both a shallow water encounter where you can feed and interact with a variety of species of sharks and rays in two seperate lagoons, as well as a small group snorkel in the heated tropical lagoon. The snorkel runs for around 20 minutes and you’ll be guided the whole time by a knowledgeable and experienced zoo keeper. Swimming ability is necessary, however if you’re aged under 12yrs you’ll need to have a parent nearby to assist you if required. The supervising adult will need to either hire a wetsuit and wade waist deep, or purchase the same Zebra Shark Snorkel pass.
During the snorkel you’ll see an array of beautiful animals swimming around you and under you. It’s a beautiful experience not to be missed! Don’t forget to bring your underwater camera to capture some of the memories.
After the snorkel you are free to spend as much time as you wish in the shallow water of the lagoons petting and feeding the sharks and rays. Wander around to the outdoor pools and meet more creatures such as eels, baby sharks and various species of fish.
There are hot showers available to rinse off after your encounter and a great souvenir shop to browse through and maybe pick something to take home as a token of your special time at Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters.
