Night Snorkel
An intimate, small-group snorkel experience beneath the night surface.
Service Description
After dark, the ocean becomes something entirely different. The noise fades. The surface settles. Light narrows to the beam of your torch, and the reef reveals a world rarely witnessed. Rays glide silently across the sand. Octopus emerge and shift colour as they hunt. Reef fish retreat into crevices while nocturnal species take their place. The atmosphere is calm, focused and deeply immersive. Our Night Snorkel Experience is intentionally designed as a premium small-group offering. With a maximum of four participants per instructor, this is not a busy tour — it is a guided immersion into the nocturnal marine environment. The small-group format allows us to move deliberately and without rush. When marine life appears, we pause. Every participant has space, visibility and time to observe. Your instructor shares insight into the behaviour and ecology of what you’re seeing, adding depth to the experience without overwhelming it. Floating on the surface at night, breathing slowly, watching the reef come alive beneath you is both exhilarating and grounding. It’s an experience that feels rare — because it is. We begin with a comprehensive land-based briefing covering safety systems, positioning and night-specific awareness. Once in the water, we operate in a structured pod formation to maintain visibility, control and a calm atmosphere throughout the session. Everything is intentionally organised to create a seamless experience. Included in your booking: - Professional freediving instructor guidance - Premium underwater dive torch - All hire gear - including 5mm open cell wetsuit and freediving fins. - Personal LED visibility marker - Structured safety systems and close in-water supervision Participants must be confident swimmers and comfortable in open ocean conditions. No prior night snorkelling experience is required. This is a refined coastal experience for those wanting something beyond the ordinary — a rare opportunity to witness the ocean in its most intimate state. Investment: $175 per person All essential equipment included. Strictly limited spaces.
Upcoming Sessions
Contact Details
+61401108781
info@freedivegeelong.com
Queenscliffe, VIC, Australia
Cancellation Policy
Freedive Geelong – Night Snorkel Policy This policy outlines the safety and operational requirements for all Freedive Geelong night snorkel activities. It aligns with Australian Adventure Activity Standards (AAS) and Freedive Geelong SOP. 1. Participant Requirements Participants must: • Be minimum 10 years old (under 18 requires parent/guardian consent) • Be confident swimmers and comfortable in open water • Complete the health declaration • Follow all instructor directions Participants may be refused entry if under the influence of alcohol/drugs or acting unsafely. 2. Supervision & Ratios • Maximum 1 Instructor : 8 participants • Groups above 8 require an Assistant Instructor or Safety Diver • A designated Lead Instructor conducts the briefing, site assessment and final go/no-go decision All instructors must hold current First Aid & CPR and relevant snorkel/freedive qualifications. 3. Pre-Activity Risk Assessment Before each session the Lead Instructor assesses: • Swell, tide, wind, visibility • Entry and exit points • Marine hazards • Lighting adequacy • Emergency access The activity will be postponed or cancelled if conditions are unsafe. 4. Equipment Participants must have: • Mask, snorkel, fins • Wetsuit suitable for conditions • Working underwater torch Instructors must carry: • Primary and backup torch (mandatory) • Communication device • Access to first aid equipment No participant enters the water without a functioning light. 5. Safety Procedures A safety briefing covers: • Buddy system (no solo snorkelling) • Light signals • Regroup and lost diver procedure • Exit plan • Marine life awareness • Cold stress awareness In-water controls include regular head counts and maintaining visual torch range at all times. 6. Emergency Response In an emergency the Lead Instructor will: Regroup and conduct head count Remove participants from water if required Activate Emergency Response Plan Contact emergency services (000) if necessary Complete an incident report 7. Environmental Responsibility • No reef contact • No marine life handling • Respect wildlife and habitat 8. Cancellation Sessions may be cancelled due to unsafe conditions, insufficient supervision or environmental concerns. Participants will be offered reschedule, credit or refund in line with Terms & Conditions. Night snorkelling involves increased environmental risk. Strict adherence to this policy is mandatory for all participants and instructors.
