Dolphin & Turtle Safari

Category: Adventure Tours
Region: Tweed Shire
State: NSW

AUD $89.00

Child

Duration: 

2h
Join us for a safari style Dolphin & Turtle – watching experience on our open-ocean adventure vessel. Observe these beautiful creatures at eye level with a maximum of 12 guests, while you also soak in the diverse stretch of coastline.

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Enjoy a fun day out on the ocean, engaging with turtles, Dolphins and other marine life, while making memories that will last a life time. With our informative and captivating commentary from our experienced skipper and crew. We guarantee you will encounter Turtles & the Dolphins we have an 80% success rate, Be mesmerised as you observe them in their natural habitat, with our ecologically conscious Dolphin & Turtle Tour!


Our tour begins with a 10min boat ride through mouth of the Tweed River entrance, then onwards to Cook Island Aquatic Reserve (Joongurra-Narrian). The reserve lies approximately 600m off the shore of Fingal Head, NSW. It is a foraging ground to a significant number of sea turtles. The numbers are so significant that the island was originally named Turtle Island. The surrounding waters of the reserve are also home to a wide variety of subtropical and temperate species of fish, crustaceans, and rays – just to name a few! Prepare to be awed by the magical underwater world that lies here on our doorstep! 

After exploring Cook Island, we will cruise along the Fingal/Tweed head coast, in search of the many local species of dolphins that live near by! Our dolphin friends love playing in the waves close to the shore lines of Fingal Head, and occasionally in the wake or bow of our boat! A few species of dolphins that call the Tweed area their home, include: Indo-Pacific Dolphin, Short-beaked Common Dolphin & the Common Bottlenose Dolphin. These playful creatures can be found feeding, resting, and socialising in pods of 4-5, or even 40-50 at a time! Come and experience the wonderful and thrilling action of these beautiful creatures up close! 

Every Turtle & Dolphin Safari is always a unique adventure! With our highly experienced, professional and personal skipper and crew on hand throughout your trip. Having a wealth of knowledge and passion for the marine life of the area and the stunning Tweed and Gold Coast region, they look forward to sharing with you.

 

WHAT IS INCLUDED

  • Guaranteed Turtle sightings or return for free!
  • Qualified, experienced and professional skipper and crew.
  • Maximum 12pax.
  • Informative and captivating commentary throughout the tour on Turtles & Dolphins and other marine life; Australian Aboriginal and European history along with the local area.
  • Sunscreen provided.

 

WHAT TO BRING

It can be colder out on the water so come prepared. We recommend:

  • Warm jumper/jacket (if you are prone to feeling the cold) 
  • Spray jacket/rain coat 
  • Sunglasses and hat
  • Camera, GoPro etc
  • Drinking water


PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Child age (6-12yrs) 
  • Any children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
  • Not suitable for pregnant women or anyone with a back injury.
  • Sense of adventure!


Please add a correct phone number as we may need to contact you for time changes or cancellation.

It is your responsibility to check your emails for any updates/tour time changes or cancellations.


CANCELLATION POLICY: If you wish to cancel or reschedule your tour, you must contact us by phone at least 48 hours before your tour start time. Late cancellations are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.

REFUND POLICY: We are unable to refund the booking or card fees you may incur if a full refund is granted.

All aboard! 


We are excited to confirm you have successfully booked your upcoming tour with Cooly Eco Adventures.

IMPORTANT stuff to remember:

Please arrive **10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour** (the time showing on your booking confirmation) for tea, coffee, induction and safety briefing. 

1. WHAT TO BRING 

It can be colder out on the water so come prepared. We recommend:

  • Warm jumper/ jacket (If you are prone to the cold!) 
  • Spray jacket/ Rain coat- we have some if you don’t ?
  • Sunglasses and hat
  • Camera, Gopro etc
  • Drinking water  

2. MOTION SICKNESS TABLETS 
If you are, or think you might be prone to sea sickness, please consult your pharmacist and pickup some motion sickness tablets prior to joining us. We will have natural motion sickness tablet remedies on board if you are in need, but if you are likely to suffer from sea sickness we recommend you consult your pharmacist for your needs.  

3. HOW TO GET HERE

Our departure location is  Chinderah, situated 5mins from the pacific highway.

139-151 Chinderah bay drive Nsw 2487

  

Directions:

If you are driving from the south on the pacific motorway, take the Kingscliff/ Cudgen exit. and go left at the round about, follow this road.

If you are driving from the north on the Pacific Motorway, take the Kingscliff/Cuden exit, and go right at the round about. Passing under the motor way and then follow this road.

 

Parking:

There is street parking available along Chinderah Bay Dr.

 

Please Note: Do not park in front of the Cubby Bakehouse.

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