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Cairns: Winter Sale | Small Group | Outer Reef Snorkel & Dunk Is.

11 Reviews 4.55 out of 5 stars Based on 11 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 91% of reviewers | Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

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12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Especially designed to enable overnight transfers to Mission Beach via the Great Barrier Reef or normally as an epic day adventure. Departing from Cairns to Mission has a maximum of 29 people making QuickCoast Snorkel vessel one of the smaller operators.
This tour visits the outer reef that is pristine, only just over an hour from the mainland or Dunk Island making it one of the fastest transfers to the Outer Reef.
QuickCoast is the only sizable, comfortable catamaran that visits Beaver Reef. Because their numbers are small, our reef is widely regarded as one of the most untouched reefs thereby enhancing the experience for our travellers.
QuickCoast's marine biologist who also travels every day with 15 or more passengers. There is also an opportunity to experience a guided snorkel tour as an enhanced experience for small group minded travellers. An excellent choice for an uncrowded personalised experience.

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner
  • BYO refillable water bottle - we don't supply single use plastics
  • Any other incidentals not listed
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Meeting and Pickup

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Tour Departs from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 06.30 hrs Selected hotel pick-ups start at 6.00am and should only be selected if staying at those hotels and waiting at reception from 06.00am and must be selected at time of booking, no later as the tour companies system will not update. Otherwise, be present at Reef Fleet Terminal, Bus Stop #2, 1 Spence Street, Cairns no less than 10 minutes prior to 6.30am.

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Meeting point

Cairns City QLD 4870
Australia

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

52/Esplanade
Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

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What To Expect

Great Barrier Reef

Full Day Reef & island Outer Reef Tour - Beaver Reef is one of the most pristine snorkel sites in Far North Queensland. With coral gardens, bomies and sloping coral walls with abundant marine life. It is common to see turtles, stingrays, large fish and reef sharks. We spend 3-4 hours at the reef itself with other time navigating to/from the reef
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5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Dunk Island

Including the journey to/from Dunk Island exploring the 14km of beautiful coastline of Mission Beach. On the return journey from the Outer Reef you'll be taken ashore by the Captain and given a brief history of the island and shown a variety of options for different easy beach walks.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Djiru National Park

After departure from Reef Fleet terminal our Myroo Coach-X has high viewing seating, perfect for absorbing the beautiful scenery Cairns to the Cassowary Coast. Youll pass through many local villages that exist primarily because of the seemingly endless sugar cane fields, banana plantations. Then there are the many rainforests we'll pass through that separate some of the villages. We finally turn off the main road at El Arish where we'll pass through dense Djiru World Hermitage National Park before arriving Clump Point to meet our ferry for your crossing to Dunk Island.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 29 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Cairns: Winter Sale | Small Group | Outer Reef Snorkel & Dunk Is.?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-327260P5

Reviews

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Average 4.55 out of 5 stars based on 11 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Scrumptious Lunch - 2 course menu with standard beverage of choice.
  • Morning Tea - Muffin, Tropical Fruits and beverage of choice
  • Dinner
  • BYO refillable water bottle - we don't supply single use plastics
  • Any other incidentals not listed
  • Accommodation

Additional Info

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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 29 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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