Michaelmas Cay Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns
Supplied by: Michaelmas Cay
Snorkel in the beautiful Great Barrier Reef and enjoy a buffet lunch
What's included
- Roundtrip cruise from Cairns
- Tea and cakes (morning and afternoon)
- Buffet lunch with prawns (vegetarian options available)
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Buoyancy vests and lycra suit
- Presentation by a marine biologist
- Semi-submersible coral viewing tour with commentary
- Complimentary glass of sparkling wine on the return journey
- Government imposed Environmental Management Charge ($8)
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Diving gear (available for rent on-site)
Know before you go
If it's unsafe to sail, you'll be given a full refund or be rebooked on a different date
. After a single dive, a wait of 12 hours is recommended before flying; 24 hours for multiple dives
Highlights
- Sail to Michaelmas Cay's incredible reef environment aboard a 105-foot long catamaran with food provided See migratory birds that make a pit stop at the cay and cruise in a semi-submersible to get a diver's-eye view Snorkel or dive in the clear water and see the best of the Great Barrier Reef, or lie back and lounge on white sands
Overview
Start your morning on the deck of a catamaran with a coffee in hand and the great barrier reef on the horizon. By 09:00 you'll be on the open water being briefed on how to snorkel and learning about reef life from a marine biologist.
You'll arrive at Michaelmas Cay around 10:30. A shuttle will whisk you between the boat and the island all-day. Lie back and watch the birdlife or explore the reef with a snorkel or an introductory dive (additional cost). Back on board, a buffet lunch awaits!
Cancellation policy
Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.