Shark Bay Eco Tours

SCUBA DIVING SHARK BAY

Spend a full day scuba diving in Shark Bay exploring the remote waters of Steep Point and Dirk Hartog Island. Discover vibrant reefs, crystal-clear visibility, and abundant marine life on 2 guided scuba dives with Shark Bay’s only dive centre.

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ABOUT THE TOUR

Embark on a full-day scuba diving tour in Shark Bay exploring the pristine waters of the Steep Point region in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. This remote marine park is known for rich biodiversity and dramatic underwater landscapes, from vibrant reef edges to ancient limestone formations.
 
Dive with an incredible variety of marine life, including Queensland grouper, turtles, cuttlefish, stingrays and schools of trevally. You may also spot sharks such as Grey Nurse, Sandbar and Dusky whalers, Wobbegongs, Tiger sharks—and in season, the chance of encountering Whale sharks.
 
At the right time of year, keep an eye out for Humpback whales, dolphins and dugongs. Beneath the surface, explore cavernous swim-throughs and coral-covered walls that make Steep Point one of Western Australia’s most unforgettable dive locations. Join Shark Bay’s only dive centre for a true offshore Shark Bay scuba diving adventure.
 
Please note: This is a scuba diving tour, not a snorkel tour. A short snorkel may be available (weather permitting) while lunch is prepared. If you’re looking for a dedicated snorkelling experience, please see our Full Day Marine Safari.
Pricing & Availability

DOUBLE DIVE WITH TANKS & WEIGHTS

$299

DOUBLE DIVE WITH FULL GEAR HIRE

$329

Observer

$195

*Please note* – There is not always an opportunity to snorkel, if you wish to snorkel please look at the Marine Safari.

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7:45am – Meet at Denham Commercial Jetty
Arrive at the Denham Commercial Jetty for check-in. Your Shark Bay scuba diving day begins with a safety briefing and an overview of the plan for the day.
 
8:00am – Depart Denham aboard Woomerangee
Cruise out on Woomerangee, our comfortable, purpose-built dive vessel (11m power catamaran) with small groups of 5–10 divers. The journey to the Steep Point region takes around 1.5 hours. While the Steep Point dive sites are preferred, if the sits are inaccessible we may choose to go to another destination.
 
On the way – Local briefing & wildlife spotting
On the way out to the dive sites, you’ll have some morning tea, then gear will be distributed and set up. As a bonus you’ll often spot wildlife along the way, however we leave the wildlife spotting to the return trip if we have time.
 
Dive 1 (Roughly 10am)
Your first dive explores the reefs and underwater formations of Steep Point. Expect clear water, coral gardens, caves and swim-throughs, with the chance to see sharks, rays and turtles.
 
Surface Interval
During the 60 minute surface interval we travel out to Steep Point (if applicable) to see Australia’s most western point, then we change tanks over and get ready for the second dive.
 
Dive 2 (Roughly 12pm)
Head back in for your second dive, maximising your time underwater in one of Western Australia’s most remote and spectacular dive locations.
 
Lunch (Roughly 1pm)
After the dives are complete we head back into the sheltered waters to have lunch, if weather permits you can jump in for a snorkel at one of our favourite locations or we’ll cruise in search of wildlife.
 
Return to Denham – Arrive around 3/3:30pm
After lunch we pick up the pace and make are way back to Denham for a 3/3:30pm arrival.
 
Dive details (for planning)
  • 2 dives included
  • Max depth: 18m (It is possible to get to 23m)(suitable for Open Water divers)
  • Bottom time: up to 50 minutes or 50 bar (whichever comes first)
  • Water temperature: approx. 20–26°C (seasonal)
Please note: This is a scuba diving tour, not a snorkel tour. A short snorkel may be available (weather permitting) while lunch is prepared. If you’re after a dedicated snorkelling experience, please see our Full Day Marine Safari.

What’s Included

  •  Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
  • We cater for most dietary requirements — please list these at the time of booking
  • Soft drinks and water
  • 12.2l Steel dive tanks and weight belts
  • If hired BCDs, Regulators, Wetsuits, Fins, Mask, Snorkel and dive computer
  • Minimum of two supervised snorkels led by our experienced guides
  • Sunscreen (when available on board)

Not Included

  •  Alcoholic beverages (available to pre-purchase during booking)
  • Seasickness medication

What to Bring

  • Hat and sunglasses
  •  Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Camera or GoPro
  • A warm layer during winter, especially after snorkelling

There is limited storage space on board, so we recommend packing light for your day on the water.

Every adventure with Shark Bay Eco Tours is led by our passionate team of experienced skippers, guides, and PADI Professionals. Whether you’re on a marine safari, island tour, or 4×4 land adventure, our crew prioritises your safety, comfort, and enjoyment while sharing their local knowledge of Shark Bay’s unique wildlife, landscapes, and marine ecosystems.

Our fleet of vessels and 4×4 vehicles is carefully selected for safety, comfort, and access to Shark Bay’s most iconic locations. Boats feature spacious decks, shaded areas, and easy water access for snorkelling, while our 4x4s are equipped for off-road exploration and wildlife spotting. Combined with our expert crew, every tour is designed to be smooth, safe, and unforgettable.

Gear sizing & equipment selection
We carry scuba gear in a wide range of sizes. When booking, please select your correct sizes (Shirt Size, Shore size, etc.). Your guide will bring the gear based on the sizes you choose. If incorrect sizes are selected, you may be without a required piece of equipment. Our guides carry a limited number of spares where possible, but availability is not guaranteed—please double-check your sizing before confirming your booking.
If you have your own dive gear, you’re welcome to bring it.
 
Weather, minimum numbers & cancellations
All Shark Bay Eco Tours are subject to favourable weather conditions and minimum participant requirements. If a tour is deemed unsafe due to weather, or minimum numbers are not met, we will contact you:
  • Morning departures: the day before the tour, by 5:00pm at the latest
  • Later departures: approximately 4 hours before departure
Where possible, we will offer an alternative date. If no suitable alternative can be provided, you are entitled to a full refund.
 
Locations, routes & itinerary changes
Dive and snorkel locations are selected by our experienced skippers and PADI Professional guides, taking into account weather conditions and participant ability. Routes, sites and itineraries may be changed at the discretion of the crew to ensure safety and comfort.
 
Safety, guide authority & remote operations
Our dive professionals reserve the right to restrict or stop any guest from diving if, in their judgement, you are a danger to yourself or others, or if conditions and/or your ability make the dive unsafe. If you choose to dive contrary to crew recommendations, you acknowledge you do so at your own risk and accept full responsibility for the consequences.
 
We operate in a very remote part of Western Australia and assistance may be a long way away in the event of an incident. We carry emergency oxygen and a survey-standard first aid kit. Our crew are experienced, and it is imperative that all guests follow instructions at all times, as Shark Bay can have unpredictable currents. We do our absolute best to provide a safe and incredible experience.
 
Wildlife sightings
Our tours focus on encountering the incredible marine and terrestrial wildlife of Shark Bay, however sightings of specific animals (including humpback whales, dugongs, whale sharks, or other species) cannot be guaranteed. Nature is unpredictable, but our crew will make every effort to provide an exceptional experience.
 
Refunds
  • We do not offer refunds if specific wildlife is not sighted.
  • Refunds are only provided if Shark Bay Eco Tours cancels a tour due to unsafe weather or not meeting minimum numbers (as outlined above).
Waivers
All guests must complete a waiver prior to departure. Failure to complete the waiver may result in refusal to participate without refund.
Acceptance of terms
By booking, you acknowledge you have read and accepted these Terms & Conditions and agree to follow all crew instructions to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience with Shark Bay Eco Tours.
 

OUR SHARK BAY DIVE SITES

We have a variety of different Dive sites here in Shark Bay, each one holding its  own secrets. The nutrient rich waters that flow down the east side of Dirk Hartog Island and out past Steep Point through the South Passage have created unique, healthy ecosystems. All of our dive sites are suitable for anyone with their PADI Open Water Scuba Diver (or equivalent) certification. All our dives are conducted to a max depth of 18m, although at a few of our sites it is possible to go deeper (23m). 

We dive in a very remote part of Shark Bay, where conditions can be challenging and ever changing. Our dive sites are situated a roughly 90min boat journey away, the conditions in Denham usually are different to Steep Point and Dirk Hartog Island! On your adventure you’ll be joined by a PADI Divemaster or Instructor to guide you underwater and offer assistance where needed. We will not dive if your crew deem the conditions to be too dangerous. 

Hover over the images below to learn more about our different dive sites!

our main dive sites

Purple Rain

Explore this massive swim through adorned by purple soft corals. Life in all the cracks and crevices throughout.

Dive Type: Wall & Swimthrough

Depth 18m

Amphitheatre

Our first dive location, and one of the best. Explore this enormous cave packed to the brim with life!

Dive Type: Wall and Cave

Depth 18-23m

Gardens

Located on the top of the wall, this vast soft coral garden is a haven for macro life. This Site is Swell Dependent.

Dive Type: Coral Garden

Depth 12m

The Oven

Named for its location below the Oven Campsite, this site features a vertical 8-12m wall. Covered in hard and soft corals, with the occasional nook for a turtle to make a rest stop. This site is swell and fishermen dependent!

Dive Type: Wall

Depth 18m

The Dutchman

Dive right below the Dutchman’s nose, right on mainland Australia’s Western most point. This site features impressive walls, bommies with a big chance for megafauna! This site is highly swell dependent.

Dive Type: Wall

Depth 18 – 24m

Surf Point Sanctuary

The Surf Point Sanctuary zone is an area situated off the South West corner of Dirk Hartog Island. Fishing is not permitted in this area meaning the site is packed with BIG fish! You’ll be diving along a ledge packed with corals off all different varieties.

Dive Type: Standard

Depth 16-18m

Quoin Cray

A shallower site in the middle of the South Passage. Featuring a large horseshoe shaped ledge. As the name suggests you’ll most likely spot a few crayfish here!

Dive Type: Standard

Depth 4-5m

The Cabbage Patch

An incredible patch of hard coral on a bed of white sand. This 60m long patch is a massive cleaning station, so we often see rays and turtles here.

Dive Type: Drift (Usually)

Depth 3-4m

Louisa Bay

A shallow sheltered bay on the East side of Dirk Hartog Island. This pristine stretch of reef acts as a nursery for smaller reef fish and creatures. This dive site is very wind dependent.

Dive Type: Reef

Depth 5-6m

Sandy Point

Located half way up Dirk Hartog Island, the Sandy Point Sanctuary zone is a magnet for manta rays, dugongs and more. Dive pristine coral bommies. This site is highly wind dependent.

Dive Type: Sanctuary

Depth: 12m

The Oven

Named for its location below the Oven Campsite, this site features a vertical 8-12m wall. Covered in hard and soft corals, with the occasional nook for a turtle to make a rest stop. This site is swell and fishermen dependent!

Dive Type: Wall

Depth 18m

The Dutchman

Dive right below the Dutchman’s nose, right on mainland Australia’s Western most point. This site features impressive walls, bommies with a big chance for megafauna! This site is highly swell dependent.

Dive Type: Wall

Depth 18 – 24m

Surf Point Sanctuary

The Surf Point Sanctuary zone is an area situated off the South West corner of Dirk Hartog Island. Fishing is not permitted in this area meaning the site is packed with BIG fish! You’ll be diving along a ledge packed with corals off all different varieties.

Dive Type: Standard

Depth 16-18m

Quoin Cray

A shallower site in the middle of the South Passage. Featuring a large horseshoe shaped ledge. As the name suggests you’ll most likely spot a few crayfish here!

Dive Type: Standard

Depth 4-5m

The Cabbage Patch

An incredible patch of hard coral on a bed of white sand. This 60m long patch is a massive cleaning station, so we often see rays and turtles here.

Dive Type: Drift (Usually)

Depth 3-4m

Louisa Bay

A shallow sheltered bay on the East side of Dirk Hartog Island. This pristine stretch of reef acts as a nursery for smaller reef fish and creatures. This dive site is very wind dependent.

Dive Type: Reef

Depth 5-6m

Sandy Point

Located half way up Dirk Hartog Island, the Sandy Point Sanctuary zone is a magnet for manta rays, dugongs and more. Dive pristine coral bommies. This site is highly wind dependent.

Dive Type: Sanctuary

Depth: 12m

What you can see

At our Shark Bay dive sites—especially around Steep Point—you’ll experience some of Western Australia’s most exciting scuba diving. Expect an incredible mix of macro life and big ocean action, from colourful nudibranchs and mantis shrimp to lionfish and the iconic Queensland grouper.
 
Drift along reef walls lined with huge gorgonian soft corals, and keep an eye on the deep blue for pelagic visitors cruising in from the open Indian Ocean—including kingfish, Spanish mackerel, tuna and, on rare occasions, marlin. With Shark Bay bordering open ocean, you may also encounter true megafauna such as manta rays, sea snakes, and an abundance of rays (cownose, eagle rays and stingrays), plus a wide variety of shark species that make every dive unforgettable.
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Experience Shark Bay’s Ultimate Scuba Diving Adventure

Scuba dive pristine reefs at Steep Point and encounter incredible marine wildlife on a full-day guided Shark Bay dive tour.

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