Carnac Island Eco Tour
A luxurious, small group experience like no other.
“An amazing experience on board the Capella”
Lying between Rottnest and Garden Islands, Carnac Island is an A-class Nature Reserve, teeming with wildlife (David Attenborough has even done a documentary on the wildlife here!).
Carnac Island is a leisurely 45-60 minute sail from Fremantle Boat Harbour through the sheltered waters of Cockburn Sound. It is an important haul out location for Australian Sea Lions and a myriad of sea birds as well as boasting spectacular diving, snorkelling and fishing.
A large sheltered bay on the eastern side of Carnac provides a safe haven from the southwest wind and swell – you just might have to share the beach with some playful juvenile Sea Lions! Bottlenose Dolphins are also very common in the area and Capella is able to get closer than other boats without noisy motors scaring them off.
The clear, calm, shallow waters of Carnac island allow you to venture almost right up to the shore where you can step off into waist deep water to head off for a snorkel. If the easterly is up, no worries! The western side of Carnac is an absolute delight with high limestone cliffs plunging into the water and a truly spectacular anchorage perfect for paddling the kayaks around.
Please view the “Term & Conditions” below for tour specific T&C’s. (Note: This is not a swimming with Sea Lions tour which is only permitted in approved marine parks. Carnac is a known haul out location and resting place for Sea Lion colonies).
We look forward to welcoming you aboard soon!
This tour departs from Fremantle’s iconic Fishing Boat Harbour, directly out the front of Cicerello’s (Cicerello’s Landing – 44 Mews Rd Fremantle).
A booking confirmation with departure address will be emailed to you, along with a map on how to find us in the reminder email 24 hours prior.
Fishing Boat Harbour is a 10-15 minute walk from the Fremantle train station. Ticketed parking is also available nearby – a mix of 2/3 hourly and all day parking.
About Carnac Island
Lying between Rottnest and Garden Islands, Carnac Island is an A class nature reserve, teeming with wildlife (David Attenborough has even done a documentary on the wildlife here). Carnac Island is a 45 minute sail from Fremantle Boat Harbour through the gentle waters of Cockburn Sound. It is an important haul out location for Australian Sea Lions and a myriad of sea birds, as well as boasting spectacular diving, snorkelling and fishing. A large sheltered bay on the eastern side of Carnac provides a safe haven from the southwest wind and swell – you just might have to share the beach with some playful juvenile Sea Lions! Our highly qualified crew are passionate about the preservation of Carnac Island and it’s local inhabitants. Learn about the migratory patterns of Australian Sea Lions and why Carnac Island is such an important location for them. Bottlenose Dolphins are also very common in the area. The clear, calm, shallow waters of Carnac island allow you to venture close to shore where you can literally step off into waist deep water to head off for a snorkel. If the easterly is up, no worries!… The western side of Carnac is an absolute delight with high limestone cliffs plunging into the water and a truly spectacular anchorage perfect for paddling the kayaks around. Please ensure you read tour “Terms & Conditions” before booking. We look forward to welcoming you onboard!
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