Discover Lord Howe Island's Marine Life — Guided Snorkelling & Ball’s Pyramid Expeditions

Reef N Beyond Eco Tours — Lord Howe Island Snorkelling & Expeditions

Reef N Beyond Eco Tours operates from Lord Howe Island, New South Wales, offering a concentrated selection of guided snorkelling and boat expeditions in a World Heritage-listed Marine Park. For travellers searching for Lord Howe Island snorkelling, Ball’s Pyramid expeditions, or Galapagos shark encounters, Reef N Beyond provides expert-led options with safety briefings, local knowledge and gear hire.

Why choose Reef N Beyond Eco Tours

• Location: Tours run in the protected waters surrounding Lord Howe Island, including the southern lagoon and offshore reef systems. The area is known as one of the world’s most southerly coral reef environments.
• Guided snorkelling & safety: Tours include guided snorkelling supervision and safety briefings so visitors can enjoy encounters with turtles, endemic fish and reef habitats confidently.
• Specialist expeditions: Offerings range from short lagoon snorkels to multi-site expeditions such as Ball’s Pyramid voyages and the Big Blue Buzz trips led by experienced guides including Captain Dave.
• Equipment hire: Mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit hire are available at the Reef N Beyond boat shed, allowing visitors to travel light and access quality snorkel gear on arrival.

Top trips and what they offer

• Ball’s Pyramid / Lord Howe Island Expedition (with snorkel option) — Offshore expedition visiting iconic sea stacks and pelagic sites around Ball’s Pyramid with snorkel opportunities.
• Ball’s Pyramid Expedition (May, June & September only) — Seasonal Ball’s Pyramid departures in selected months to align with conditions and access.
• Guided Galapagos Shark Encounter (3-hour experience) — A focused, three-hour interpretive encounter to learn about Galapagos shark behavior, habitat and safety protocols in their natural environment.
• Beyond The Reef Guided Snorkelling Expedition — Guided snorkelling beyond the immediate reef to view turtles, Galapagos sharks and pelagic fish in the World Heritage-listed Marine Park.
• Southern Lagoon - Guided Snorkelling Tour — Snorkel the sheltered southern lagoon with guided visits to sites like Little Reef and Man of War Passage.
• Springtime Sea Bird Arrival Experience — Seasonal spring tour highlighting returning seabirds and vibrant marine life around Lord Howe Island.
• Sunset Cruise - BYO Benny's Fish N Chips with Drinks (3/4 hour, min. five passengers) — A relaxed lagoon sunset cruise with BYO food and drinks, weather permitting.
• The Big Blue Buzz Pyramid Snorkelling Expedition — Snorkelling and freediving around select pelagic sites such as "The Sunken Rock" and Ball’s Pyramid, featuring opportunities to encounter dolphins, Galapagos sharks and pelagic fish.

What to expect on a Reef N Beyond trip

Expect small-group, interpretive tours focused on respectful wildlife encounters and conservation-minded practices within the marine park. Tours are subject to seasonal schedules and local weather conditions typical of Lord Howe Island. Safety briefings and guided supervision are standard across experiences.

Practical details & booking tips

• Gear hire is available at the Reef N Beyond boat shed on arrival.
• Seasonal departures apply for some Ball’s Pyramid trips; check availability for May, June and September departures.
• Sunset cruise requires a minimum number of passengers and runs weather permitting.

For travellers targeting authentic marine wildlife, guided snorkelling and Ball’s Pyramid access on Lord Howe Island, Reef N Beyond Eco Tours offers a focused set of experiences, reliable gear hire and experienced guides to make the most of the island’s World Heritage-listed waters.

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