Top 6 Snorkeling Trips in Gold Coast

1.Wave Break Island Kayaking & Snorkeling tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 340 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63Our pick

Kayak the Broadwater to Wave Break Island, then snorkel sheltered reefs with local guides. Includes gear, snack, and free digital photos.

“My partner and I had such a good time learning how to kayak and snorkel along the Gold Coast. The guides were so accomodating, patient, and encouraging. We got to leave with photos and a memorable experience. I definitely recommend this activity for all kinds of groups”

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2.Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 318 reviews · from $63

Paddle a sea kayak to Wave Break Island, snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy a seaside snack picnic on the Gold Coast in 2.5 hours.

“Had an amazing time kayaking and snorkeling with this team! As beginners, we appreciated the clear instructions and friendly staff. They went above and beyond, even offering to capture our memories with photos throughout the experience. We can't wait to come back and do it again!”

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3.Snorkelling in Wave Break Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 143 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Snorkel Wave Break Island on the Gold Coast, hand-feed fish, float on a boogie board with viewing holes, and snap great underwater photos. 4 hours.

“Super friendly and helpful guides! The water was murky due to windy weather (can't be upset about something we can't control!) but my partner and I still had a fabulous time feeding all the different fish that approached us. Very relaxing and beautiful catamaran ride too!”

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4.Snorkeling with Turtles Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 98 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

Snorkel with turtles at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve on a small-group Gold Coast half-day tour from Chinderah, with gear and fruit.

“Had a great day at Cook Island Tweed Coast professional crew and fantastic snorkeling site, the amount of time allowed exploring the reef was more than enough to cover the site without any trouble.”

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5.Kayaking and Snorkeling Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 2 hours · from $53Best value

Kayak Southern Moreton Bay to Wavebreak Island, snorkel near shore for sub-tropical fish, and watch for dolphins and stingrays.

“The guide was really nice and understanding and funny.”

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6.Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour with Fish Feeding

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Beginner-friendly Gold Coast kayaking and snorkelling with fish feeding, dolphin and stingray spotting, plus a beachside breakfast in 3 hours.

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