Dugong · Snorkeling
Where to go snorkeling with dugongs
About this list
When you look for snorkeling with dugongs, search results rarely show how the trip actually works. Maptlantis lists only operators that name the dugong as a target species and actually run snorkeling programs, 10 in all. Countries and regions on record include El Quseir, WA, Coral Bay, Coron & Busuanga, Espiritu Santo Luganville, Marsa Alam & Port Ghalib and Shark Bay & Monkey Mia, Western Australia. Not every snorkeling program is the same experience. Approach distance, whether you may enter the water and group size limits differ by country, and by operator within a country. 8 of the 10 operators (80%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown. Most listings give the season as Aug. Boats can still be canceled for sea and weather conditions, so check before you book. No operator running wildlife programs can guarantee an encounter. Treat any trip that promises one with suspicion.
10 listed operators
Egypt · El Quseir
Diving DE 1
Scuba divingSnorkelingBeach & water play- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- See the operator page
- Checked
- Multiple sources
Australia · WA, Coral Bay
Ningaloo Coral Bay Boats
FreedivingSnorkelingSwimming- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- A$245
- Checked
- Official source
Philippines · Coron & Busuanga
Dugong Dive Center
Scuba divingSnorkelingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Ask the operator
- Price
- Price on request
- Checked
- Official source
Vanuatu · Espiritu Santo Luganville
Island Fishing Santo
SnorkelingSwimmingIsland hopping & boat trips- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- VT 7,500 / adult
- Checked
- Official source
Egypt · Marsa Alam & Port Ghalib
Blue Ocean Dive Centers · Abu Dabbab
FreedivingScuba divingSnorkeling- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- €375
- Checked
- Official source
Australia · Shark Bay & Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Wula Gura Nyinda Eco Cultural Adventures
SnorkelingKayak & paddleSurfing & SUP- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- A$225
- Checked
- Official source
Philippines · Coron & Busuanga
El Rio y Mar Resort
Scuba divingSnorkelingBeach & water play- Season
- Jan–May
- Price
- Price on request
- Checked
- Official source
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Vanuatu · Espiritu Santo Turtle Bay
SwimVanuatu — Santo Edition
SnorkelingSwimmingBeach & water play- Season
- Aug
- Price
- NZ$6,499 or AU$5,999 / person
- Checked
- Official source
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Egypt · Marsa Alam & Port Ghalib
Viva Sub International
Scuba divingSnorkelingFamily & kids- Season
- Mar–Nov
- Price
- See the operator page
- Checked
- Multiple sources
Egypt · Marsa Alam & Port Ghalib
Wanderlust Blue
FreedivingScuba divingSnorkeling- Season
- Year-round
- Price
- €70
- Checked
- Official source
Other ways to meet dugongs
Dugongs by country
Snorkeling by country
Frequently asked questions
Where can I go snorkeling with dugongs?
10 operators on Maptlantis name the dugong as a target species and run snorkeling. The list shows them by country and region.
Will I definitely see dugongs?
No. They are wild animals, and there are days you will not meet them because of the season, sea conditions and their movements. If an operator promises an encounter, treat that wording with suspicion.
When is the season for snorkeling with dugongs?
Seasons the operators give: year-round, Jan–May, Aug and Mar–Nov. Operating periods differ between operators even in the same area, so check before you book.
How is snorkeling different from boat-based watching?
Watching from a boat and getting in the water differ in both rules and price. Some countries ban getting in the water or allow it only with licensed operators, so check which kind of trip you are booking.