Unusual discoveries on Ningaloo Reef

On our most recent trip, once again we were privy to a very special find. This time it was not one of Nature’s secret little gems rather a more unusual find which has led to the following notice being placed around Coral Bay.

Lost & Found

Recently found – 1 Makita cordless drill set, comes with 2 batteries, charger and miscellaneous drill bits.


Found 3m underwater at Sail Ningaloo’s snorkeling site, “The Minefield”.

Slightly salty but with only a small amount of algae & other marine growth indicates drill set was misplaced only recently, more than likely within the last month.


If owner does not come forward within 7 days drill set will be given away for free on a first come first served basis.

Will suit qualified electrician with magical skills in repairing salt and water damage, or someone with a lot of patience and very optimistic hoping that it will some day work in the future. Also suitable to anyone involved in underwater film making as it could be a great prop.

Manta Ray Research Expeditions

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That's what we have on our mind this year, well one of the things on our mind anyway!

We're launching our new Manta Ray Research expeditions where we will be working alongside Ningaloo researcher Frazer McGregor to get out and spend more time searching for and understanding how manta rays use the area surrounding Coral Bay and the Ningaloo reef.
We have our first scheduled departure on the 30th March and we will be heading out for 5 days and 5 nights to try and encounter as many of these graceful giants as possible. One of the key activities that will be undertaken will be to get in the water, swim alongside these amazing creatures and also use digital photography to try and identify the Mantas that are visiting the various areas of the reef.

We'll spend each morning searching for manta rays and look forward to seeing them being cleaned, feeding and you never know if we might see some frisky mating chain action. Depending on weather conditions and the number of Manta Rays, afternoons could be spent exploring any number of Sail Ningaloo's remote and exclusive snorkel and dive sites.

We've picked the end of March and the beginning of April to get out there and start these unique trips in Western Australia as it is quite often when there is a lot of action going on and plenty of Manta Rays kicking about! It will be a lot of fun and a great way to learn more about these majestic creatures. Spaces are limited to 8 guests on board so don't miss out!

See our website to get more information about this unique opportunity on the Ningaloo Reef.

2011 Ningaloo Reef specials

There is plenty going on out of Coral Bay this year and to make sure you can spend more time on board Shore Thing and explore more of the Ningaloo Reef we are offering a free night on board with all our overnight tours. You board on the afternoon before the current scheduled date and enjoy a snorkel, or sunset sail along with some tasty snacks before settling down for the evening meal. All additional meals are included and this special deal and it is great value for money.

Therefore our tours are now as follows;

3 day Coral Garden Spectacular tour now departs for 3 days and 3 nights !

5 day Ningaloo Escape tour now departs for 5 days and 5 nights !

9 day Ultimate Ningaloo tour now departs for 3 days and 3 nights !

We also have some great group rates available now so please check out our special online deals.

Welcome 2011

Welcome to 2011.

Sail Ningaloo, Shore Thing and all the crew look forward to keeping you up to date with everything that goes on up at the Ningaloo Reef this year.
We've got plenty of things planned for 2011 including some Manta ray expeditions, dive live-aboards and some special guests coming to see what all the fuss is about.

So stay tuned and keep up to date with everything that is happening this year.