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At 3 Islands our goal is to provide the highest levels of customer service and to give you the most opportunity we can to swim with whale sharks. After all, that is why you are here.
Long Weekend in Exmouth? Here’s the Perfect Itinerary!
If you’re looking for the perfect place to snorkel, dive, swim in pristine waters, relax and swim with whale sharks in Western Australia, why not spend your long weekend in Exmouth!
How to Prevent Seasickness 101
Table of Contents What is seasickness? How to prevent seasickness Be well rested before setting out Take motion sickness medication Have some ginger Wear an acupressure band Get some fresh air Look at the horizon Drink water and avoid alcohol Eat something plain Be sun smart Choose your itinerary carefully While most people who join…
What Are the Benefits of Having a Tour Guide?
Table of Contents Safety first Local knowledge and expertise Listen to stories about the area you wouldn’t find anywhere else Quality tips when it comes to the activity at hand Increased chance of success Added support Special access Convenient Tour guides are a special breed. Generous, capable, bursting with local knowledge and yes, they’ve got…
Is Swimming With Whale Sharks Ethical?
The short answer is yes – when it’s done right, absolutely. But the truth is, not all whale shark tourism has these creatures’ best interests in mind, let alone the environment. Before you book your whale shark experience – it’s important to check that the swim is both ethical and environmentally sustainable.
8 Things You Need to Do Around the Cape Range National Park
Looking for Cape Range National Park things to do? You’re in the right place. With pristine beaches, rugged limestone ranges, and deep canyons, a short 45-minute drive west of Exmouth brings you to one of Western Australia’s most stunning national parks.
Wondering How to Swim With Whale Sharks?
“Is it safe to swim with whale sharks?”
It’s a pretty common question – and we get it. The word “shark” generally comes with visions of a jagged fin poking gliding above water, razor-sharp teeth, and the Jaws theme song playing in the distance.
Our New Site Is Live!
We are so excited to be launching our new website and online store! The past two years have seen a lot of changes to the whale shark industry, so it was time for us to move with those changes and switch our focus to where our customers were – online. So we’ve said goodbye to…
Ningaloo Reef Seasons – Everything You Need to Know
Table of Contents December to February March to May June to August September to November Frequently Asked Questions What is the best time to visit Ningaloo Reef? What time of year is best to swim with whale sharks? Is it safe to swim at Ningaloo Reef? Sitting north of the Tropic of Capricorn and surrounded…
Looking for Things to Do in Exmouth? This Is the Ultimate List
Table of Contents Things to do & see Swim with the whale sharks Whale watching Snorkelling Scuba diving Walk to the Vlamingh Lighthouse Hike the gorges Camp in nature Wine and dine We know Exmouth Exmouth is one of Western Australia’s secret, hidden gems. Surrounded by the warm, tropical waters of the Exmouth Gulf, it’s…