Michaelmas Cay Cruise
Additional Information
- Included in price:
- Four full hours on the Reef, Reef Levy, Morning & afternoon refreshments, Superb hot & cold buffet (includes seafood), Informative semi-submersible tours, Snorkelling demonstrations and tuition, Use of all snorkelling equipment, Use of flotation vests, Informative ecological presentations by our Marine Biologist, Guided bird tours,
- Able to be purchased/hired:
- Introductory Scuba Diving Drinks from the fully licensed bar, A range of quality souvenirs & merchandise, Sunscreen lotions and underwater cameras, Hire of wetsuits and lycra suits, On board video & photographs, Prescription Masks available - $20 deposit refunded upon return.
- What to bring:
- Cash or credit card for on board purchases Towels, swimmers, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
- Fitness level required:
- Low
- Child policies:
- Child Fare 4-14 years. Infants under 4 years travel free.
- Departure points:
- Cairns, Queensland
Port Douglas, Queensland
Cairns Beaches, Queensland - Departure time:
-
8:30 AM Daily
- Pickup/departure instructions:
- We can arrange return bus transfers from your hotel, or alternatively you can make your own way to Marlin Jetty boarding at 8.00am.
- Duration:
- 8.5 hours
- Approximate Return Time:
- 5:00pm
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Jan
Tour Details
- Operator
- Ocean Spirit Cruises
- Destinations
- Great Barrier Reef and Michaelmas Cay
- Departs From
- Cairns, Port Douglas and Cairns Beaches
Tour Description
Michaelmas Cay is a low lying vegetated sand cay encircled by a superb fringing reef; the Cay is a National Park and a protected sanctuary for migratory seabirds.
The Michaelmas Cay cruise offers a wide range of activities, slip on your flippers and goggles, snorkel from the shallow clear waters of the sand cay amongst tropical reef fish, giant clam, and a myriad of soft and hard corals, join a snorkelling lesson or guided tour with our marine biologists. Experience Scuba diving for your very first time or dive with our Padi professionals as a certified scuba diver. View the coral on an air-conditioned semi-submersible tour with an educational commentary to enhance your reef education experience. Enjoy a superb hot & cold buffet lunch (including seafood) all freshly prepared on board by our chefs.
ITINERARY
7.45 am Boarding commences. Complimentary tea, coffee, served until departure.
8.30 am Depart Cairns for Great Barrier Reef.
9.00 am Safety demonstration, reef brief and snorkelling and dive demonstration.
9.30 am Informative Marine Biologist slide show presentation.
10.30 am Arrive at destination. Reef activities commence including snorkelling, coral viewing onboard our air-conditioned semi-submersible, beach walks, scuba diving and swimming.
12.00 Buffet lunch served onboard, featuring some of the regions best produce and seafood.
1.00 pm Continuation of reef activities.
2.30 pm Freshly baked cake and afternoon tea is served and all passengers sign the safety sheet. On completion depart destination for return sail to Cairns.
5.00 pm Arrive Cairns and return coach transfers.
Prices & Availability
Prices for 12 February 2012.
Use the calendar to book instantly
Tour
Michaelmas Cay Cruise
Rates
| Adult | Child | Family | Pensioner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Now | $180.00 | $135.00 | – | $180.00 |
Optional Extras
Cairns & Northern Beaches Coach Transfer Adults: $14.00 | Children: $14.00 | Pensioners: –
Thala Beach & Port Douglas Transfers Adults: $66.00 | Children: $66.00 | Pensioners: –
1 x Introductory Dive
Introductory Scuba Dive - No experience necessary
Adults: $70.00 | Children: $70.00 | Pensioners: –
