Snorkeling Trips in the Gold Coast: The 8 We Would Pay For

1.Wave Break Island Kayaking & Snorkeling tour

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

Join local guides such as Jane, Nelson, Angel, or Caroline for a beginner-friendly 150-minute kayak and snorkeling trip from Biggera Waters. Paddle across the Broadwater, walk over Wave Break Island, spot subtropical fish, enjoy fruit and snacks by the water, and receive free digital photos. Morning departures are often gentler.

“Had so much fun! Guides were great and made the experience very enjoyable :)”

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

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

Paddle across the Broadwater to Wave Break Island with guides including Nelson, Karen, and Gonzalo. You’ll kayak past sandbanks, walk to a rocky reef, snorkel among fish and rays, and enjoy fruit, snacks, and water. It suits first-timers, families, and short-on-time visitors, though water clarity depends on tides and weather.

“We live locally and always see these guys around so thought it would be fun to do one day. It was great value for money. We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaking tour and hanging out on wave break island. The snorkeling isn’t the best there so dRead more”

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3.Snorkel with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 187 reviews · 2h 30m · from $91

Meet at Fingal Head, five minutes from Gold Coast Airport, then ride from the public jetty toward Cook Island, known as Joongarra Narrian. With wetsuits and snorkel gear supplied, you get about 90 minutes in the water with guides such as Kai, Tayla, Jess, or Ree, looking for turtles, rays, leopard sharks, and reef fish.

“We loved seeing the turtles and fish. It was great and ‘bob and the two sheillas’ were great fun. Was very worth it!”

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4.Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $114Top rated

Set out from Chinderah for a 20-minute boat ride to Cook Island Aquatic Reserve, where you can snorkel among sea turtles, rays, fish, and crustaceans. The 12-person tour includes wetsuits, masks, fins, flotation noodles on request, and fresh fruit. Guides such as Cass, Connor, Lochie, and Will explain the local marine life.

“The best snorkeling experience- kids loved it Gemma is great , and turtle island is the best kept secret”

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5.Snorkelling in Wave Break Island

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

Spend four hours with Queensland Scuba Diving Company at Wave Break Island, a sheltered Gold Coast site with more than 50 fish species. Your English, Japanese, or Spanish-speaking instructor helps with gear, fish feeding, and basic snorkeling. Expect a boat ride, underwater photos, a beach break, and optional hotel pickup from selected Surfers Paradise locations.

“Wish we had more time to snorkel and we finished earlier than said but still a good experience”

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6.Snorkeling with Turtles Half-Day Tour

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

Join Cooly Eco Adventures for a three-hour boat trip from Chinderah Bay to Cook Island, where a guide such as Gemma, Cass, or Lachlan helps you snorkel safely with turtles, fish, rays, and other marine life. Groups are capped at 12, with wetsuits, snorkel gear, commentary, and fruit included.

“Was an absolutely amazing day, guides were amazing. Could not recommend this tour enough!!!”

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7.Kayaking and Snorkeling Guided Tour

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

Meet the English-speaking guide near Marine Parade and Parr Street, Biggera Waters, then paddle across the Broadwater to Wavebreak Island. You will learn basic kayak handling, look for dolphins and stingrays, and snorkel from the beach among subtropical fish. Bring swimwear, footwear, water, sunscreen, and a towel.

“the guide was amazing and the Very knowledgeable about Australia and gave me lots of Intel about the ocean and Australia as a whole. very much enjoyed the trip”

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8.Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour with Fish Feeding

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

You’ll kayak with an English-speaking guide across the calm Gold Coast Broadwater, using stable double kayaks and life jackets. At a man-made island, you’ll use provided masks and snorkels to view and feed subtropical fish, with dolphins and stingrays sometimes nearby. A light beachside breakfast is included.

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