Australia’s Coral Coast

Explore the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, the world's largest fringing reef, with Sail Ningaloo and enjoy a unique, world-class eco-experience aboard their luxurious sailing catamaran, Shore Thing. Offering personalised service, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable marine encounters, Sail Ningaloo specialises in all-inclusive sailing, snorkelling & diving liveaboard adventures on one of Australia's most spectacular reef systems.

Choose from three, five or eight-night itineraries departing Coral Bay, Western Australia, between March and October each year, designed to showcase the pristine beauty and diversity of the Ningaloo Reef. Spend your days snorkelling vibrant coral gardens, kayaking secluded lagoons, scuba diving, swimming with incredible marine life, spotting spectacular wildlife, or simply relaxing on deck soaking in the stunning Indian Ocean views while sailing this pristine coastline.

The Ningaloo Reef is renowned for its extraordinary marine biodiversity, and guests regularly encounter humpback whales (seasonal), manta rays, dolphins, dugongs, marine turtles, reef sharks, giant cod and an abundance of colourful tropical fish species in their natural environment.

Sail Ningaloo also offers expert holiday planning for the wider Ningaloo region, assisting with personalised itineraries including whale shark day swim tours, humpback whale day swim tours, Cape Range National Park experiences, accommodation in Exmouth and Coral Bay, airport transfers, scenic flight transfers and additional touring options, making it easy to create the ultimate Ningaloo escape.

Facilities

  • Non Smoking

Accreditation

  • Climate Action Business Certified by Ecotourism Australia
  • ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • Professional Association of Diving Instructors
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
  • Tourism Emission Reduction Commitment

Other

  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • WA - Australia's Coral Coast
  • Paid Wifi

Activity

  • Birdwatching
  • Boating
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Swimming

Tag

  • Adventure
  • Beaches & Surf
  • Food & Wine
  • History & Heritage
  • Luxury
  • Nature & Wildlife
Package

7 Night Whale Shark Wonder Week Package

Offer valid 21/10/2026 - 31/03/2027

Between March to August, many guests visiting Ningaloo wish to tick one BIG item off their bucket list – swimming with the largest fish in the sea, the Whale Shark! Sail Ningaloo make it easy, by combining a 5 night Ningaloo Escape experience onboard Shore Thing along with a dedicated day Whale Shark tour, a fantastic way to make the most out of your holiday.

Terms and Conditions

Book your Sail Ningaloo tour for travel March-August and get a tailored package including your 5-night Ningaloo Escape Tour aboard Shore Thing, Transfers, 2-nights' accommodation in Coral Bay or Exmouth and a Whale Shark Day Swim Tour. Standard Booking Terms & Conditions apply.

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5 Night Ningaloo Escape

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3 Night Snorkel and Dive Getaway

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8 Night Ultimate Ningaloo Tour Package

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