Manly Snorkel Tours, Private Sydney Day Tours & School Excursions

Guided small-group snorkelling at Shelly Beach, customised private tours across Sydney and beyond, and curriculum-aligned marine field studies for schools—led by local eco guides.

Based in Manly on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Ecotreasures creates safe, personalised experiences that connect guests with the coast, wildlife, culture and national parks. Choose a guided snorkel tour in the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, a tailored private day trip with flexible vehicle options, or an engaging school excursion designed around curriculum outcomes.

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Sydney’s Living Classroom: Certified Eco Tours, Marine Education & Day Adventures

Ecotreasures brings Sydney’s coast to life through guided snorkelling, private day tours and hands-on marine education. Explore Shelly Beach and the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve with local eco guides, discover the Great Southern Reef, and learn about Sydney’s marine life, coastal ecosystems and culture.

Our small-group tours, customised day trips and curriculum-aligned school programs combine adventure with conservation learning. Ecotreasures is voluntarily Advanced ECO Certified through Ecotourism Australia and a Green Travel Leader with more than 10 years of continuous certification, demonstrating our commitment to responsible tourism and independently audited eco-tourism standards.


The Ecotreasures Story

Founded by lifelong Northern Beaches local Damien, an environmental studies graduate and experienced eco-educator, Ecotreasures has been creating small-group eco tours, private day trips and marine education experiences for more than 15 years.

Our passionate local guides bring firsthand knowledge of Sydney’s beaches, marine reserves, national parks and wildlife to every experience. From Manly’s Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve to Sydney’s surrounding coastal landscapes, we design responsible, low-impact tours that combine adventure, education and conservation.

Whether you are snorkelling, exploring on foot or planning a customised day out, we help you connect with the places you visit through local stories, practical environmental learning and memorable nature-based experiences.


Ecotreasures Mission

Our team of expert Sydney eco tour guides is united by a mission:

“To immerse guests in Sydney’s stunning natural landscapes while championing conservation and sustainability”


Guests Share Their Eco Stories

Incredible Experience – “The best experience, we saw a turtle, a blue groped, stingrays, amazing! Our tour guide, Sam was super knowledgeable and really looked after us!” 2025

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Custom Private & Small-Group Sydney Tours and Day Trips

Ecotreasures creates customised private and small-group tours across Sydney and beyond for families, friends, schools, corporate groups and visitors seeking a more personal experience. Our local eco guides tailor each day around your group’s interests, pace and abilities.

Explore Sydney city sights, Manly, Shelly Beach and the Northern Beaches, or enjoy a unique day trip to the Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands, Hunter Valley or Central Coast. With flexible vehicle and transport options, we can combine coastal walks, wildlife encounters, snorkelling, local food stops and hidden gems into one seamless itinerary.

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