Spotting Leopard Sharks & Manta Rays at Julian Rocks:

Nguthungulli Freediving Weekend Getaway

Cabarita Beach, Northern NSW: January 2026 - New Dates Coming Soon

$1350 per person

Join us as we journey to far north NSW to explore one of Australia’s most diverse and vibrant dive sites, Nguthungulli—commonly known as Julian Rocks. Just a 30-minute boat ride from Byron Bay’s beautiful coastline, this underwater haven is teeming with marine life. We've planned this trip to coincide with peak leopard shark and manta ray season, offering a high probability of encountering these magnificent creatures as they aggregate in the summer waters of Nguthungulli.

Social Weekend Inclusions:

  • 2 x boat freediving/snorkelling sessions to Nguthungulli (Saturday & Sunday) - departing 8am

  • Luxury beachside accommodation for 3 nights near Cabarita Beach

  • Freediving workshops: static apnea, mindfulness for breath-holding, lung stretching sessions

  • Yoga & meditation for freediving sessions

  • Waterfall hike adventure

  • Professional photography/videography of your underwater encounters

Key Information:

  • You can attend this adventure regardless of your freediving experience - Nguthungulli is a stunning site that can be enjoyed both freediving and snorkelling

  • As this is a socal dive weekend, there will be no formal freediving training during the dives at Nguthungulli, however there will be freediving instructors in the water to assist with any tips or advice you may need

  • You should be a confident swimmer to attend this trip, as we will be diving in deep water with potential surge

  • Transport to, from and around Cabarita Beach is not included in the price, however we will create a group chat to arrange car pooling

Testimonials

“Yet again Rosie’s Freedive retreat delivers…this time at Julian Rocks! There was an amazing curation of Freedive workshops, apnea yoga, fun & chill time.…and diving & marine encounters I’ll never forget. So much fun in a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere that Rosie naturally delivers in her effortlessly professional manner. Can’t wait for the next one!”

Pip - Nguthungulli Feb Retreat

“Just finished the retreat to Julian Rocks organised by Eunoia Freediving! It was amazing - the diving, accomodation, food, yoga, and the pool training Rosie held. Can’t wait to sign up for another one soon 🥰”

Elly - Nguthungulli Feb Retreat