Drift through gin-clear water above untouched coral bommies teeming with sea turtles, reef sharks, and iridescent fish in one of Australia's most remote marine parks. This is world-class snorkelling at its most raw and unspoiled.
What to expect
Zodiacs ferry you from the vessel to the outer lagoon edge, where visibility routinely exceeds 20 metres. Guides point out green sea turtles resting on coral heads, white-tip reef sharks cruising the sandy channels, and vast schools of fusiliers catching the current. The calm, sheltered lagoon means even novice snorkellers feel completely at ease. Sessions typically last 90 minutes, with time to surface, rest on the Zodiac, and re-enter at a second site.
Good to know
Ashmore Reef is a Commonwealth Marine Reserve — entry is strictly managed. Bring your own prescription mask if needed; wetsuits are recommended even in warm water for coral protection. All-aboard times must be respected as the reef is an anchorage, not a port.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Ashmore Reef — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Ashmore Reef
- Expert-Led Wildlife & Seabird Colony Guided Walk, Ashmore Islets
- Dive the Continental Shelf Drop-Off: Advanced Guided Scuba, Ashmore Reef
- Kimberley Coast Expedition: Ancient Rock Art at Vansittart Bay
- Private Sunrise Kayak Through Ashmore Reef's Inner Lagoon
- Underwater Naturalist Photography Masterclass, Ashmore Marine Park