Private Snorkeling Tour In Sydney's Marine Reserve
- Duration
- 1 h 30 min
- Group
- Private, your group only
- Guide
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Ages
- 8 and over
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Our take
This is the private option on our snorkelling in Sydney page: 1.5 hours in the Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve at Clovelly with a guide for you or your group, up to 8. It meets at the free car park in front of the Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club. Mask, snorkel and fins, flotation support and weight belts are included, and the guide takes photos of you and the marine life. Clovelly has a resident blue groper the council calls Bluey.
Our page recommends it for nervous swimmers, couples, and anyone who cannot meet a group swim minimum; the operator says private tours are the route for people who cannot pass its group swim test. Wetsuits are not clearly covered: the listing mentions fitting one in its description but not in its inclusions, so ask before a winter booking. It rates around 4.9 from a small record so far, and costs more per person than the group snorkel.
Good for
- Nervous swimmers and first-timers who want their own guide
- Couples or a family who want the pace to suit them
Think twice if
- Confident snorkellers on a budget. The group trips cost less
- Cold-water months, unless the operator confirms a wetsuit
Written by SydneySide Tours from the listing, traveller reviews and the videos behind our comparison pages. Checked October 2026. How we review tours.
From the operator
Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Bronte-Coogee Aquatic Reserve on a private snorkeling tour. Explore the vibrant marine life of this Sydney marine reserve and take home unforgettable photo memories.
This private tour offers the flexibility to provide personalised attention, adjusting the pace and focus to suit you or your group.
Your engaging and knowledgeable guide will point out fish and marine life along the way and capture memorable photos of you and the underwater scenery. They will take you on a route tailored to highlight recent marine activity.
For beginner snorkelers or those new to swimming, this tour is highly recommended. Experienced snorkelers will also enjoy having a tour tailored to their abilities and interests.
Before entering the water, we’ll ensure you’re comfortable by helping you fit your wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, and optional flotation aids.
From the listing by Sydney Snorkeling on Viator.
What's included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel and fins)
- Knowledgeable and engaging local guide trained in advanced first aid, ensuring a safe and fun tour
- Photos of you and the marine life spotted during the tour
- Floatation support and weight belts (for more adventurous snorkelers)
- Get up close to marine life in a safe environment
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meeting point
We will meet at the Clovelly Free Car Park, just in front of the Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club.
Where it ends
We will meet at the Clovelly Free Car Park, just in front of the Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club.
Your Viator voucher confirms the exact spot and time.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How refunds and weather cancellations work is on our booking help page.
How it compares
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