Ningaloo Reef and adjacent islands are one of the world's major breeding areas for sea turtles. During the breeding season between late October and March, Green and Loggerhead turtles make their way up the beaches to lay their eggs. Night tours provide the opportunity to watch the turtles make their long arduous journey up the beaches to lay their eggs or to watch the hatchlings scramble down to the water's edge. Jurabi Turtle Centre provides an insite into the life cycle and perils faced by these Turtles. Please observe the conditions as explained by your tour guide or at the Jurabi Turtle Centre when watching this struggle for survival. 

The best beaches to view sea turtles laying and hatching are from Mauritius, Jacobsz and Jansz Beaches which are a short distance south of the Vlaming Head Lighthouse. A well sign posted informative display at the main nesting site is worth spending time to read about the struggle for survival for these marine creatures. 

The Exmouth Visitor Centre can assist with up to date information about the breeding season and night tours for this event.