Lady Elliot Island Guest
“Well we thought the tour would be good but WOW it was fantastic!! Great group of people, fantastic swim guides, no pressure to swim but
lots of encouragement. The flight there was quick and easy, the island’s facilities were just right with friendly helpful staff. Lady Elliot
is a real gem and so close to Brisbane.”
K'gari Guest
“One of the best trips I have been part of. The organisation of the trip and care of everyone were outstanding. A relaxed atmosphere with
lots of laughter, great swimming and life time memories - all set in a very unique location. Thank you."
Bondi Guest
“If you're thinking about going on one of these tours, the answer is simple - do it!! I went to K'Gari and the Sydney swim tour with Ally
and they have been the most energising, fun, soulful and epic trips I've done. Ally is an incredible person and creates a vibe on the tours
that is relaxed and fun. The tours also cater to all levels so if you are a mad swimmer then you will get your fix but if you're more like
me and want to swim but also really take in the different locations it is perfect. There are lots of options and Ally and the leaders make
everyone feel comfortable and included. My bucket list is to complete all the tours! Thank you Ally and Jae .. so glad I stumbled
across this."
Moreton Guest
"What an absolutely amazing experience this was. Ally and Jae were such wonderful hosts and with the support of Wade and Susie they
made this weekend unforgettable. I didn’t have previous experience with ocean swimming but this didn’t matter as the environment is so
supportive. Everything about this trip was first class. Highly recommend this tour group."
Bondi Guest
"If you want a get away that involves adventure, connection to nature and connection to people, Ally’s tours are where it’s at. I loved
the Sydney ocean pools tour. Ally’s experience and knowledge of the area made it a seamless weekend to enjoy. It was so refreshing to do
something out of the ordinary. Five stars!"
Moreton Guest
"What a wonderful weekend swimming with the swim tours Australia team. Such a fun, inclusive atmosphere. Ally and the team ensured it was
a welcoming and safe experience and achievable for all swimming levels. Can’t wait for the next one"
Lady Elliot Guest
"I absolutely loved swimming with the turtles and the manta rays at Lady Elliot! I’ve swum all around the world but never seen anything
else like it.
The trip was wonderfully organised by Ally and her team.
Lots of laughs with like-minded souls at a truly unique marine wonderland."
Bondi Guest
"We enjoyed this tour in March of 2024, it invloved the famous cliff top coastal walk, from Coogee to Bondi for six km in Sydney’s
eastern suburbs. The walk features stunning views, beaches, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools. Something different around each corner.
The walk was broken into stops as we swam in the rock pools. The tour was well thought out, accommadation was a great location in Bondi.
Would highly recommend it."
Bondi Guest
"What an eye-opener! Ocean and harbour pools are a very different experience for most Queenslanders, and Swim Tours Australia made it
all so easy. The coastal walk connecting the ocean pools is spectacular, with the final swim on Day 1 at Bondi Icebergs. The next day’s
harbour pool swims are a chance to swim – safely – in clean, quiet corners of Sydney Harbour, followed on Day 3 with the buzz of a big
swim at Bondi. It actually seems like more than three days, with a great balance of fully supervised swims, free time, and group dinners.
Ally creates a safe, supportive and fun environment: this trip is an experience not to be missed and I loved it!"
Bondi Guest
"I did the February 2025, 3 day swim tour in Sydney – and memorable in all the best ways! The tour was well organised, the ocean pools we
visited were iconic, and the feeling of following a black line while watching fish & being splashed by waves was unforgettable. Ally &
her support crew were relaxed, confident & prepared for every possibility, even for so many of the group being podium finishers at
Sunday’s Bondi Blue Water Challenge. Do yourself a big favour and book yourself on this tour."
Bondi Guest
"I cannot tell you what an endorphin filled high I am still on from our STA Swimming Tour.
A fun filled time with great people, food and accommodation. Ally and her team made sure we were well looked after both in and out of the
pools/ocean. Topped off with the Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim. I had never done one and it was an absolutely incredible experience. All in all
a perfect long weekend exercising with lots of fun on the side."
Bondi Guest
"Thanks Allie the Sydney Bondi tour was amazing.
From the organization of walks, swims, views, hotel accom, restaurants and company nothing could have been better!
Absolutely loved it and will def do it again great work Allie and Jae fantastic."
Krissy xxx
Lady Elliot Guest
"I had the pleasure of being on STA’s Lady Elliott tour April 2023. What an amazing experience it was!! The island is just beautiful,
the food was delicious and I was pleasantly surprised by the accomodation.
Ally was an amazing tour guide and the swims organised were challenging, fun and safe. Ally’s expertise in swimming and the Lady Elliott
area were evident and I felt confident swimming with her in open water which for me was not my normal routine!
Our group comprised of Iron man athletes to recreational swimmers and we were all accommodated for. We had sunset drinks and as group we
instantly connected on our love for swimming.
All of this was facilitated seamlessly by our wonderful tour leader Ally. Ally was inclusive, caring and always checking in to see how we
were all going. She definitely made the trip for me!!
I can’t recommend Swim Tours Australia highly enough. Such a unique and amazing experience. I can’t wait to do it all again!"
Lady Elliot Guest
"I cannot recommend STA enough!
They provide professional, safe and scenic tours that combine adventure with one of my favourite sports – swimming! I recently attended a
tour of Lady Elliott Island (Aug 23) and it was life changing! Beautiful and exhilarating! Just wow!"
Lady Elliot Guest
"Ally & Jae made me feel so welcome.
The LEI trip was everything and more than I expected!
Ally & Jae gave me some fantastic swim tips and supported everyone’s swimming ability in the group. It was such a lovely experience! I
will be keen to join them again on a swim tour!"
Moreton Guest
"Beautiful people, beautiful island and beautiful swimming. I couldn’t have asked for a better weekend of swimming and adventure. It
was an easy paced weekend, where we gained experience in the open water. We ended up completing 5 different swims but these were
intertwined with lots of down time; socialising with others, reading a book or sharing a laugh or two. Thank you"
K'Gari Guest
"This trip gave me swimming experiences I would never have taken on by myself – exploring the freshwater lakes of K’gari, swimming in
stunning locations, all while supported by, and in the company of, a great group of people. It was a wonderful adventure – safe, inclusive,
well-organised and fun from start to finish."
K'Gari Guest
"What an amazing swim adventure.
It far exceeded our expectations, which were very high. Ally runs a seamless operation, everything just flows. Brett was our spiritual
leader and we were all in awe of him . He opened our eyes to the wondrous world of K’gari"
K'gari Guest
“One of the best trips I have been part of. The organisation of the trip and care of everyone were outstanding. A relaxed atmosphere with
lots of laughter, great swimming and life time memories - all set in a very unique location. Thank you."
Lady Elliot Island Guest
" Going on this swim tour was the best decision I've made in years. It's so close to Brisbane but it was like being on another
world: the abundance of tropical fish, manta rays, turtles & beautifully coloured coral will stay with me forever. Hearing the whales
call as they passed the island was spine tingling. The tour was thoroughly organised, and I had complete freedom to opt in or out of any
activities. Allie & Jae and their team were consummate professionals and I felt completely safe in the water with them at all times.
If this is the only trip you take this year, you'll be making an excellent decision."
Bondi Guest
"I’ve just returned from the Sydney Swim Tour which ended with the famous Ocean World Series swim, Bondi to Bronte 2km ocean swim!! Wow
what an action packed 3 days. The tour was so much fun!!! Even though we had inclement weather (it rained most of the time away) and
the water’s average temp was 20 degrees, we laughed hard and smiled all weekend. We had a range of abilities on our tour, ranging from
one of Australia’s most decorated (and lovely) Olympians, to those that were going to be doing their first ocean swim. Everyone supported
each other, especially through the cold water, but in fact I liked the added challenge of the colder water and FOMO was strong, so no one
was going to miss out on a swim. I loved the Coggee to Bondi walk and stopping at all the different pools, we saw sea life, met locals
and were able to meet new people and make new connections between each swim. The dinners that were organised were delicious and I loved
the morning breakfasts right on Bondi Beach. Ally is a fantastic director of Swim Tours Australia. She is approachable, eager to please
and such a warm person. Ally swam the 2km Bondi to Bronte swim right next to me, as I have a fear of open water. Her knowledge and breath
of expertise in open water and surf conditions is unparalleled. She is actually a body surfing champion and also competed at the World
Championships in Hawaii too….so to have her knowledge of the surf, especially coming in at Bronte in very big swell and waves was of such
comfort to me. She didn’t take my fears lightly. She was sympathetic and she got me to the other side with not a bad time too! Well done
Ally to you and all of your Swim Tour employees. I had an absolute blast. I loved meeting more members in my swim community, the
itinerary was great and these are memories I will keep with me forever. I really felt like my swimming went up another level and I am
grateful for your knowledge and care. I would highly recommend this trip for any keen swimmers."
Lady Elliot Island Guest
"If 'Carpe Diem' were a holiday, it'd be my week with Swim Tours Australia at Lady Elliot Island. From the moment we took off in a plane
with views that would make even Instagram jealous, I knew I was in for a ride—literally. The staff? Think of them as your favorite aunt and
uncle, if they were also surf life savers and comedians.
The locations for our daily aquatic escapades were straight out of a fantasy novel—shimmering turquoise waters, dazzling coral, and marine
life so varied and rare, I thought I was in a live-action remake of 'Finding Nemo.' And the birds! It was like attending a feathery festival
of chirps and colors.
Let's talk about celestial double whammies: Imagine sipping coffee to a gorgeous sunrise and then swapping it for a cocktail during a
breathtaking sunset— only walking a few metres to change your viewing spot. It's like Mother Nature herself orchestrated a 24-hour light
show just for us.
The community vibe? We were strangers on day one and a family by the end, all thanks to the relaxed, safe, and utterly fun atmosphere
curated by the Swim Tours team.
The cherry on top? A professional photographer captured our best 'Blue Planet' impersonations, delivering photos that even my grandma would
call 'lit.' Best holiday ever? Understatement of the year. If you're reading this and haven't booked yet, you're basically robbing yourself
of joy. Just go!"
Bondi Guest
"This Swim Tour was one of life’s events that leaves you sad, when it is over.
From the beginning, our group of swimmers were excited and committed to swimming their best.
They owned why they were there in Bondi...and at the same time, we did not stop laughing all weekend.
The comradery that builds within your group is special. Everyone is genuinely invested in your swim, as well as their own. It was a team
event, led by Alison Zillman (Owner- Swim Tours Australia) and former Olympian Susie O’Neill. We felt safe in undertaking this surf swim,
with them at the helm.
The geography around this tour is special, and sits on our doorstep. The rock pools are wonderfully positioned to walk between in 1/2 day.
The group loved swimming in each pool – its bucket list stuff.
On the day of the official swim event the group came together, as we cheered each member from the take-off at Bondi Beach. It’s a swim you
can do again and again."