Coral Expedition
There’ s no better way to discover the Reef, islands and rainforests of this World Heritagelisted region than aboard a small ship cruise from Cairns. Coral Expeditions pioneered extended cruising on the Great Barrier Reef 33 years ago, taking guests to the remote beaches of this remarkable region. A vibrant underwater world hides just beneath the surface, combined with sand cays in the middle of the ocean and glimpses of the world’ s oldest rainforests, this is undoubtedly the quintessential Australian holiday experience.
3 night Great Barrier Reef Cruise
This itinerary has been designed to provide ample time to explore the Reef, whilst also allowing plenty of time to discover exclusive private islands, tropical resort paradise and ancient rainforest trails.
Cruise Highlights:--
Cruise Trinity Bay and enjoy snorkelling over Thetford Reef or hop aboard a glass bottom boat for a fish feeding display
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Cruise the scenic Hinchinbrook Channel and discover a private tropical island where a gourmet Aussie beach BBQ meal will be served
-- Explore the Dunk Island Rainforest with a naturalist guide
-- Spend an afternoon discovering the colourful Nathan Reef
-- Introductory SCUBA diving skills session available for first time divers
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Snorkel over the fringing reef of Fitzroy Island and beachcomb on the white sands of Nudey Beach
* This cruise can be combined with the 4 night cruise to make a 7 night cruise
Departures: Friday departures( year round)
Inclusions: 3 night cruise aboard Coral Expeditions II, all main meals, tea & barista-style coffee, soda fountain soft drinks, use of snorkelling equipment, post cruise transfer to Cairns CBD accommodation or Cairns Airport
Price Guide From: $ 1835
Thetford Reef Cairns Sudbury Cay
Fitzroy Island
Nathan Reef
Dunk Island Hinchinbrook Island
4 night Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Enjoy a full day to discover two different sections of the rarely visited Ribbon Reefs, considered to be the most colourful and pristine reefs found anywhere along the entire length of the Great Barrier Reef.
Cruise Highlights: |
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Captain’ s Welcome Seafood Buffet and drinks |
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Discover historic Cooktown and see the buildings dating back to the |
1870’ s |
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Snorkel over the Great Barrier Reef or view on a glass bottom boat |
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Enjoy a morning on Lizard Island, one of Australia’ s most beautiful |
tropical islands. Snorkel from the beach over giant clam gardens or an |
optional early morning hike to Cook’ s Look for stunning views |
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Visit Ribbon Reef # 9, a rarely visited outer Barrier Reef |
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Spend a full day discovering the pristine Ribbon Reefs |
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Introductory SCUBA diving skills session available for first time divers |
Departures: Monday departures( year round)
Inclusions: 4 night cruise aboard Coral Expeditions II, all main meals, tea & barista-style coffee, soda fountain soft drinks, use of snorkelling equipment, post cruise transfer to Cairns CBD accommodation or Cairns Airport
Price Guide From: $ 2415
Lizard Island
Cooktown
Port Douglas
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Cairns
Ribbon Reefs
Escape Reef
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The price guide shown is per adult for twin share, based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date.