About Us

Located at Exmouth on Western Australia's Coral Coast, Three Islands Marine Charters is a small, family operated marine eco-adventure tour company with a focus on excellence in customer service, satisfaction and safety. Three Islands are the proud winners of a silver medal in the 2009 Western Australian Tourism Awards.

Established in 1997 and operated by Richard & Victoria Casey since 2005, the business, which is certified by the National Tourism Accreditation Program (WA) and Eco-certified Ecotourism accreditation, specializes in whale shark snorkel adventure tours on Ningaloo Reef between late March and July.

It's our aim to educate and share our knowledge and understanding of the whale sharks and marine life of Ningaloo Reef with those who join us. Our friendly and experienced staff love to share their knowledge of the marine environment while ensuring each tour is a fun, safe and informative experience.

Eco-Certified Ecotourism: "Tourism in a natural area which offers interesting ways to learn about the environment with an operator that uses resources wisely, contributes to the conservation of the environment and helps local communities"

With a dedicated and professional team, we are proud of our very high level of customer satisfaction and constant referrals. Three Islands Marine's management and staff are very sensitive to negative impacts on Ningaloo Reef and its inhabitants. It is our wish to show you this beautiful marine park whilst encouraging its sustainability and conservation so future generations will also have the opportunity to enjoy its many wonders.

I did it and loved it - 3 Islands Whale shark experience


	One of only three filter feeding sharks in the world, whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are fish which obtain oxygen through their gills.

When we booked the trip we were anxious that our young children (aged 4/5 years old) would struggle with a full day out. We were reassured within minutes of getting on the boat. The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful and we all had a truly magnificent and memorable day. Thank you all so much.

Allens. 9/4/09

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Whale sharks

are found on Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia between April and July. Three Islands Marine Charters specialize in

whale shark

tours where guests can snorkel and swim with

whale sharks

and view marine life on the reef. Swimming with a

whale shark

on Ningaloo Reef is an amazing experience. The

whale shark

swims just below the surface so it is easy for adults and children to snorkel alongside. Some people have a life changing experience when they swim with a

whale shark

Whale sharks

are the biggest fish in the ocean and have a lifespan of 100 years.

Whale sharks

have a pattern of lines and spots on their skin which can be used to identify individual

whale sharks

. On Ningaloo Reef the

whale sharks

are more commonly around 5 to 12 metres but can grow to 18 metres and weigh 34 tonnes. Although a shark,

whale sharks

are not dangerous and eat plankton and small marine organisms.

Whale sharks

have thousands of tiny teeth but feed by filtering planktonic organisms through their gill rakers. Female

whale sharks

can produce up to 300 live young. Male

whale sharks

are identified by the two claspers near the pelvic fin.

Whale sharks

are an endangered species due to hunting even though they can swim to a depth of 1500 metres..

Whale sharks

are widely distributed in Australian waters but are most common on Ningaloo Reef.

Whale sharks

appear on Ningaloo Reef following the annual coral spawning in March and April.

Exmouth

, a small town of 2500 people is the main town of Ningaloo Reef and is situated at the top of North West Cape. The town of

Exmouth

is a tourist town known for its proximity to Ningaloo Reef and was gazetted in 1967.

Exmouth

is very close to Ningaloo reef where Three Islands marine Charters operate whale shark snorkel tours. These seasonal tours leave daily from

Exmouth

between April and July. Passengers are picked up from their

Exmouth

accommodation by the company courtesy bus. Three Islands Marine Charters is based in

Exmouth

and has an office where whale shark tours can be booked. At Three Islands Marine Charters’

Exmouth

office a variety of tours on Ningaloo Reef can be booked.

Exmouth

has a shopping centre with a variety of shops, post office, hospital and cafes, hotels and restaurants. During the whale shark season the weather in

Exmouth

is warm and sunny, perfect for aquatic activities, especially whale shark tours. A variety of accommodation is available in

Exmouth

. In Cape Range National Park camping is available close to Ningaloo Reef but all supplies must be obtained in

Exmouth

. Many people visit

Exmouth

to swim with whale sharks and snorkel on Ningaloo Reef.

Exmouth

is an excellent base for exploring the wonders of Ningaloo Reef. The most exciting tour available from

Exmouth

is Three Islands Marine Charters’ whale shark snorkel adventure. Many visitors to

Exmouth

book this tour because of its high standards

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