Experience Clovelly’s reef without a single stroke. This guided, small-group underwater scooter tour lets non-swimmers glide along kelp beds and rocky reefs near Sydney for up-close marine encounters.
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You step down the concrete steps above Clovelly Bay and the ocean answers with a cool, saline breath. The underwater scooter hums like a small reluctant engine as your guide straps you in; the water takes your weight and the scooter pulls you forward. Schools of silver fish orbit the shadow of the reef and kelp fronds wave as if to greet you.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants must be able to enter and exit the water, sit upright, and follow guide instructions.
Wildlife
History
Clovelly sits on the sandstone shoreline of the Sydney Basin on Eora Nation land; coastal fishing and shellfish gathering occurred here for millennia before modern development.
Conservation
Tours operate near protected reef habitats—avoid touching wildlife, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Non Swimmers Discovery Tour ocean today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for briefing
Plan to be at the meeting point 15–20 minutes before departure so guides can fit equipment and run safety checks.
Wear reef-safe sunscreen
The operator encourages reef-friendly SPF—protect skin without harming marine life; reapply before heading out if it’s a sunny day.
Bring a towel and dry clothes
You’ll get wet entering and exiting the water; a towel and a warm layer make post-tour comfort immediate.
Be honest about medical limits
This tour is tailored for non-swimmers but is not suitable for people with certain spinal, heart, or pregnancy conditions—disclose restrictions at booking.
Swimsuit or swim trunks
Wear under your clothes for a quick transition into the water.
Towel and change of clothes
Essential for drying off and staying warm after the tour.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine ecosystems—apply before you arrive.
summer
Sturdy water shoes
Protect feet on slippery ramps and rocky shore entries.