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GREAT BARRIER REEF SHORT TOUR EXPERIENCES
Green Island
2 night short tour from £ 619pp
GREEN ISLAND RESORT
2 NIGHT SHORT TOUR EXPERIENCE
stunning island • activities aplenty • Great Barrier Reef tour
DAY 1 Cairns / Green Island
Make your way to Cairns Wharf for the 45 minutes catamaran journey to Green Island , a unique coral cay which is home to a tropical rainforest and surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef . Recognised as a very special place , it has been protected with National Park status , while the reef and underwater habitats are part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park . In addition , both Green Island and its reefs are included in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area , which gives it international protection under UNESCO .
Once settled into your suite , why not try out a few of the complimentary resort activities ? These include snorkelling , a glass-bottom boat tour , most non-motorised beach equipment and a host of guided activities . After dusk , when daytrippers leave the island , soak up the island ’ s tranquillity before complimentary sunset drinks , and perhaps enjoy some dusk activities including fish feeding from the jetty , an island walk and star gazing .
DAY 2 Green Island
For a complete Great Barrier Reef holiday experience a day cruise is included from Green Island to the Outer Barrier Reef for three hours at the Outer Reef Activity Platform . This stable activity platform is the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore , with the option to snorkel and dive , visit the underwater observatory and cruise in a semi-submersible or , just relax on the sundeck .
DAY 3 Green Island / Cairns
If time allows , enjoy additional activities or simply laze on the beach before your return catamaran transfer to Cairns Wharf .
Island suite
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Departures : Daily from Cairns .
Accommodation : In island suites with bath and separate shower , mini bar , safe and terrace .
Upgrade options : Larger reef suites . Meals : Breakfast . Lunch is also included on day 2 .
Tour price : The price shown includes return catamaran transfers from Cairns Wharf to Green Island , accommodation , a Great Barrier Reef Adventure day trip on day 2 , and resort activities as outlined .
Lizard Island
2 night short tour from
£ 1949pp
LIZARD ISLAND RESORT
2 NIGHT SHORT TOUR EXPERIENCE
luxury island • numerous activities • all inclusive
DAY 1 Cairns / Lizard Island
Take a one hour flight from Cairns to Lizard Island and on arrival you will be met and transferred to the luxury 5H resort . Secluded within a national park , enriched with diverse Australian wildlife , offering private beaches paired with personalised service , Lizard Island is truly like nowhere else and your stay here will be the experience of a lifetime . This evening , look forward to your gourmet dinner from a menu that has been inspired by the local environment , along with a fine selection of accompanying wine to wash it all down .
DAY 2 Lizard Island
The day is yours to experience Lizard Island . A selection of activities are included , such as yoga sessions , nature walks and talks , bird watching , kayak and stand up paddleboard tours or snorkelling . Tours of the Research Station are also available , for an insight into the work that the resort does to protect and preserve the Great Barrier Reef . Another option is to grab a picnic hamper and some snorkel gear , then hop on a motorised dinghy ( full induction and instructions are provided ) and set off to a private beach for a day of tranquillity and exploring . If that all sounds far too energetic , take the opportunity to harmonise mind , body and soul at the Essentia Day Spa .
DAY 3 Lizard Island / Cairns
Before you bid farewell to this island paradise , enjoy an activity or two before your transfer to the airport for the return flight to Cairns .
Private beach near Lizard Island
Garden view room visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 900 • www . premierholidays . co . uk
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Departures : Daily from Cairns .
Accommodation : In garden view rooms with shower , fully stocked mini bar , beach towels & beach bags , safe and balcony or terrace .
Upgrade options : Garden view suites • ocean view villas
• beachfront suites .
Meals : Breakfast on days 2 & 3 , lunch on day 2 and dinner on days 1 & 2 . Also includes non-alcoholic beverages , selected fine Australian wines , beers , spirits and sparkling wine , picnic hampers and in-room mini bar .
Tour price : The price shown includes return flights from Cairns to Lizard Island , return transfers on Lizard Island , accommodation , use of nonmotorised watersports and other selected activities .
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