Snorkel in Sydney with a Mermaid
MANLY, AustraliaPart of the Airbnb Animals collection
Check local COVID-19 restrictions before booking
Animal experience hosted by Tamila
90 mins
Includes tickets, equipment
Up to 6 people
Hosted in German, English, French, Hebrew, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)
What you'll do
Join the highest rated snorkelling Experience in Sydney!
COVID 19 precautions- All the equipment have been triple cleaned, soaked in antibacterial solution and I'm absolutely well and not taking any unwell guests to the experience. Don't be discouraged!
We're going to discover the underwater world by floating above the marine sanctuary in Manly which is full of life and colours.
I'll be by your side the entire time to make sure you feel safe and comfortable as we observe all the beautiful marine species.
I will identify the different fish you'll see and will take high resolution photos with a GoPro 7 (additional cost) so that you can focus on enjoying the Experience!
The bay is a marine sanctuary which means ecosystem is working perfectly and marine life won’t scare you, I'll also teach you to respect it.
Once you have booked your preferred day and time I will check the weather forecast, tide, swell and wind conditions. If your date/time is flexible, I may recommend a different day in order to ensure that you experience the best snorkelling conditions.
P.S: If you are not a confident swimmer or if you want a private tour, please book here: airbnb.com/privatesnorkeltour
For more info @snorkellingshellybeach
Other things to note
You must know how to swim and be able to float/tread water for 1h
Please book airbnb.com/privatesnorkeltour if you're not a confident swimmer
COVID 19 precautions- All the equipment have been triple cleaned, soaked in antibacterial solution and I'm absolutely well and not taking any unwell guests to the experience. Don't be discouraged!
We're going to discover the underwater world by floating above the marine sanctuary in Manly which is full of life and colours.
I'll be by your side the entire time to make sure you feel safe and comfortable as we observe all the beautiful marine species.
I will identify the different fish you'll see and will take high resolution photos with a GoPro 7 (additional cost) so that you can focus on enjoying the Experience!
The bay is a marine sanctuary which means ecosystem is working perfectly and marine life won’t scare you, I'll also teach you to respect it.
Once you have booked your preferred day and time I will check the weather forecast, tide, swell and wind conditions. If your date/time is flexible, I may recommend a different day in order to ensure that you experience the best snorkelling conditions.
P.S: If you are not a confident swimmer or if you want a private tour, please book here: airbnb.com/privatesnorkeltour
For more info @snorkellingshellybeach
Other things to note
You must know how to swim and be able to float/tread water for 1h
Please book airbnb.com/privatesnorkeltour if you're not a confident swimmer
Join the highest rated snorkelling Experience in Sydney!
COVID 19 precautions- All the equipment have been triple cleaned, soaked in antibacterial solution and I'm absolutely well and not taking any unwell guests to the experience. Don't be discouraged!
We're going to discover the underwater world by floating above the marine sanctuary in Manly which is full of life and colours.
I'll be by your side the entire time to m…
COVID 19 precautions- All the equipment have been triple cleaned, soaked in antibacterial solution and I'm absolutely well and not taking any unwell guests to the experience. Don't be discouraged!
We're going to discover the underwater world by floating above the marine sanctuary in Manly which is full of life and colours.
I'll be by your side the entire time to m…
Tamila's commitment to safety
This host has committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines – including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practising good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
Guidelines created with World Animal ProtectionLearn more
What's included
- Ticketsif you decide to purchase "for a bargain" you'll get a link after the s...
- EquipmentSnorkel and mask
From £40
/ person
- 221 Reviews
- Identity verified
Ocean lover and an advocate of environmental awareness, absolutely passionate with local marine reserve!
I've a great connection with the sea and all critters, I'm a surf life saver, a swimming teacher including current first age, CPR and water safety certifications.
I'm also a Sports Manager a certified scuba diver a feediver for fun:)
I'm a former sports Journalist and Customer Service Manager which means excellent experience and story telling guaranteed ;)
You'll feel safe with me and I'll be taking great photos with a gopro7 for you to remember the amazing moments underwater. Photos will be offered to you for a bargain :)
Check my profile for the others experiences and @snorkellingshellybeach
I've a great connection with the sea and all critters, I'm a surf life saver, a swimming teacher including current first age, CPR and water safety certifications.
I'm also a Sports Manager a certified scuba diver a feediver for fun:)
I'm a former sports Journalist and Customer Service Manager which means excellent experience and story telling guaranteed ;)
You'll feel safe with me and I'll be taking great photos with a gopro7 for you to remember the amazing moments underwater. Photos will be offered to you for a bargain :)
Check my profile for the others experiences and @snorkellingshellybeach
Ocean lover and an advocate of environmental awareness, absolutely passionate with local marine reserve!
I've a great connection with the sea and all critters, I'm a surf life saver, a swimming teacher including current first age, CPR and water safety certifications.
I'm also a Sports Manager a certified scuba diver a feediver for fun:)
I'm a former sports Journalist and Customer Service Manager which means excellent experience and story telling guaranteed ;)
You'll feel s…
I've a great connection with the sea and all critters, I'm a surf life saver, a swimming teacher including current first age, CPR and water safety certifications.
I'm also a Sports Manager a certified scuba diver a feediver for fun:)
I'm a former sports Journalist and Customer Service Manager which means excellent experience and story telling guaranteed ;)
You'll feel s…
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Where you'll be
I'll catch ya in the iconic Manly Beach. From the city, you will take the ferry here, which itself is recognised as a must-do Sydney experience (more details given once you book it)
Manly has one of the most compact underwater ecosystems in the whole world, with more species of fish recorded here than in the entire Mediterranean Sea! This is Sydney's premier snorkeling spot and home to Australian native species found nowhere else in the world!
Manly has one of the most compact underwater ecosystems in the whole world, with more species of fish recorded here than in the entire Mediterranean Sea! This is Sydney's premier snorkeling spot and home to Australian native species found nowhere else in the world!
Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 221 reviews.
Tamila is super friendly person. Even though we were came late to the place she kindely helped us to get used to the snorkelling and even she hired wet suits for me and my wife. Though we were not good swimmers she did everything she can to make this experience wonderful. She captured lot of lovely images too for us. Highly recommend Tamila for anyone who's looking for wonderful snorkelling experience with a loving mermaid
Tamila is super friendly person. Even though we were came late to the place she kindely helped us to get used to the snorkelling and even she hired wet suits for me and my wife. Th…
We had Alec host for our experience today and I could honestly say from me having no experience or knowledge on today’s activity and what we
Would come across, The host was sure to guide us and be patient with our understanding.
Made it so comfortable to enjoy without having to please the host with what we know, it’s a definite rebooking soon with more friends indeedly grateful for the experience!
We had Alec host for our experience today and I could honestly say from me having no experience or knowledge on today’s activity and what we
Would come across, The host was sure to…
Tamila was very friendly, knowledgeable and I felt safe snorkeling with her! I enjoyed learning about the different fish and some facts of the local area! I felt really cared about and saw some beautiful fish. Tamila also cares about the environment in which the fish live and I found this very appealing as its also important to me, not to just enjoy the experience but to be mindful of their homes. I highly recommend this experience, you will be safe and have a wonderful time snorkeling with Tamila!
Tamila was very friendly, knowledgeable and I felt safe snorkeling with her! I enjoyed learning about the different fish and some facts of the local area! I felt really cared about…
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Every adventure follows industry guidelines. We partnered with the Adventure Travel Trade Association, expert leaders in adventure travel, to define best practices and standards for safety.
Know your comfort level
Please note that outdoor activities carry risks, and you may be exposed to dangerous situations as part of this experience. Make sure you can participate safely given your abilities and the conditions (such as location, weather, and equipment).
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 6 guests ages 6 and up can attend.
What to bring
swimmers, towel, sunscreen, water bottle a change of clothes and lots of energy to spend :)
Water temperature in the bay varies between 16 and 25 degrees celsius. If water is below 21 a wetsuit is recommended, I can help arranging one for rent if prior requested.
Water temperature in the bay varies between 16 and 25 degrees celsius. If water is below 21 a wetsuit is recommended, I can help arranging one for rent if prior requested.