Swim with
Wild Turtles in their world.
A 15-minute boat ride takes you to one of Australia's most biodiverse marine reserves where green turtles, leopard sharks, and vibrant reef life await.
Cook Island is one of Australia's most pristine marine reserves home to resident turtles who are calm, curious, and completely at home with respectful snorkellers. Our expert guides have been taking guests out here for over 25 years.
An adventure you'll talk about forever.
Purpose-built fast boat
A smooth, comfortable 15-minute ride from Tweed Heads. No long voyages just pure excitement.
Small groups only
Max size usually 9 snorkelers. Good for the turtles and better for your experience.
Protected Marine Reserve
Cook Island's restricted access keeps the reef pristine and the wildlife abundant. You're visiting somewhere truly special.
Expert local guides
Our guides know every turtle by sight. They bring the marine environment to life with stories and knowledge you won't get from a pamphlet.
Your day on the water
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Book Directly on
Book online in minutes. Direct bookings get the best rate guaranteed. Instant confirmation sent to your inbox.
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Meet at Fingal Head
Join us at the boat ramp in Fingal Head, NSW. (Remember: NSW time — check for daylight saving if you're coming from QLD!).
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15-Minute Boat Ride
Jump aboard our purpose-built fast boat for a smooth, scenic ride to Cook Island Marine Reserve.
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Snorkel with Turtles
After your Turtle Code of Conduct briefing, slip into the crystal-clear water and meet the locals.
What you’ll See
Cook Island is one of Australia's most biodiverse marine reserves. On a single tour you might encounter any of these incredible species in their natural habitat.
Sea Turtles
Green, Loggerhead & Hawksbill seen on almost every tour
Leopard Sharks & Wobbegong
Resting on the sandy bottom — harmless and curious
Tropical Reef Fish
Parrotfish, surgeonfish, grouper, pufferfish & more
Humpback Whales
Seasonal sightings June–November on their migration route
+ Manta rays · Moray eels · Cuttlefish · Octopus · and much more