This tour was just amazing . Nature delivered in terms of an abundance of seals and dolphins and we experienced intimate and lengthy encounters with both . However, what was particularly impressive was the deep respect the tour operators have for the ocean environment and its marine life . Their passion and knowledge is second to none . Bring something warm for the return trip . Although the weather was kind the southern ocean is what it is and was a little chilly after a lengthy amount of time in the water .

This was one of our main reasons for going to the Eyre Peninsula and we had so many expectations but unfortunately for us the weather had other ideas. We knew the water would be cold but given the day I suspect the trip was very close to being cancelled by the operators but they didn't want to relinquish the income. There was a very strong undercurrent on the day. I'm a fairly strong swimmer and I went off with the current within seconds. Within minutes others on the trip were also in trouble and panicking. Once we stabilized the environment - the experience with the seals was absolutely amazing. Barry the seal kept coming in to play and get pats - it was an incredible interaction with an essentially 'wild' mammal. But again unfortunately the conditions meant half of the clients came out very quickly and stayed out. The dolphins were in even worse conditions and only 3 out of 10 were inclined to get into the ocean.
This isn't a cheap exercise and quite frankly I would have thought more of the organisers if they had cancelled and negotiated another time slot. I accept they can't control the weather but this really was bordering on dangerous - you couldn't even stand on the bottom without your legs being taken by the undercurrent. I saw the absolute beauty of the seals but unfortunately so many on our trip didn't.
There's plenty of swim time to be had but not on this trip.....
It gets a low rating because of the conditions not allowing it to show its full potential. Would I go again - yes but in very calm conditions.

The Baird Bay Ocean Eco Experience was just an amazing adventure!! Alan and Mick took us out to the the most awesome sea lions to swim and interact with!! We had just a memorable experience with these animals and they are so inquisitive and friendly and were not afraid to come right up to us to say hello!! We just thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We then went out to swim with the dolphins but they were very skittish and we found it hard to be able to interact with them as they were constantly on the more and the water was a little more choppier than it was with the sea lions, nonetheless we still had a great time with them. Alan and Mick are just fantastic and so caring about these animals and they showed us by their own interaction with them. They are amazing hosts and made sure we were all safe and looked after whilst in the water! Thank you so much gents it was very much appreciated for sure!! This trip I would thoroughly recommend to anyone to do as you will regret it if you don't!!