Get Dunked | Half Day Tour To Dunk Island
Departure Times
Departure Point: Clump Point Boat Ramp, Mission Beach
Pricing Options
Explore the beauty of Dunk Island on this half day small group tour with Wildside Adventures!
- Spend the morning cruising around magical Dunk Island
- Discover hidden gems, little alcoves and old pirate caves
- Enjoy cold drinks and and light snacks on board
- Wander this beautiful tropical island, hike to the peak or relax on the beach
Located just a 10 minute boat ride from Mission Beach, Dunk Island is a little slice of tropical Queensland paradise! Meet your captain down at the Clump Point Boat Ramp first thing in the morning, ready to enjoy this half day tour.
Cruise over to Dunk Island for an exclusive small group excursion where you'll have the chance to explore white sandy beaches, snorkel coral reefs, hike up to Mt Kootaloo, visit secret caves and laze on one of the many boulders scattered around this idyllic little Isle.
Relax on Coconut Bay, and maybe even enjoy a snack from the new cafe overlooking the spit before heading back to Mission Beach by midday. It's the perfect way to avoid the crowds and experience the best of a Tropical North Queensland Island and the fringing coral reef in one.
Highlights
- Small group numbers with a max of only 10 passengers per tour!
- Light snacks, water and soft drinks included
- Explore hidden caves and secret beaches on Dunk Island
- The perfect half day island and reef tour
- Swim, snorkel or simply relax on the beach
- Visit Coconut Bay and the cafe on the spit
- Stop by Granite Hole (weather permitting)
- Hike to Mt Kootaloo via one of the walking tracks
Sample Itinerary
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Depart from Mission Beach
Make your way to the Clump Point Boat Ramp located in Mission Beach for an 8:00am departure to begin your half day adventure exploring Dunk Island.
Snorkel The Fringing Coral Reefs
Dive into the crystal-clear waters straight of the boat and discover the fringing coral reefs teeming with marine life.
Relax on the Beach and Discover Secret Gems
Soak up the sun on th...
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Depart from Mission Beach
Make your way to the Clump Point Boat Ramp located in Mission Beach for an 8:00am departure to begin your half day adventure exploring Dunk Island.
Snorkel The Fringing Coral Reefs
Dive into the crystal-clear waters straight of the boat and discover the fringing coral reefs teeming with marine life.
Relax on the Beach and Discover Secret Gems
Soak up the sun on the pristine sandy shores of Coconut Bay and take in the stunning tropical island views. Maybe grab a snack from the new cafe on the spit. Visit the old pirate caves, hidden alcoves and, if weather permits, Granite Hole.
Hike up to Mt. Kootaloo
Muster your energy and hike to the summit of Mt. Kootaloo for panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes of the Great Barrier Reef and the Cassowary Coast.
Return to Mission Beach
Conclude your half day tour with a return to Mission Beach by 12:00pm, with the rest of the afternoon to spend as you wish!
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What To Bring
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Insect repellent
- Change of clothes
- Footwear or sandals
- Plastic bag for wet clothes
- Waterproof camera or phone case
- Card or cash for extra purchases
- Waiver of liability to be signed before participation
What's Included
- Return boat transfers to and from Dunk Island
- Friendly local skipper and guide
- Full lap around Dunk Island
- Lights snacks and drinks
- Visit the pirates cave
- Visit the granit...
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What To Bring
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Insect repellent
- Change of clothes
- Footwear or sandals
- Plastic bag for wet clothes
- Waterproof camera or phone case
- Card or cash for extra purchases
- Waiver of liability to be signed before participation
What's Included
- Return boat transfers to and from Dunk Island
- Friendly local skipper and guide
- Full lap around Dunk Island
- Lights snacks and drinks
- Visit the pirates cave
- Visit the granite hole (weather permitting )
- Visit Coconut Bay and the cafe on the spit (cash only cafe)
- Snorkelling gear
- Wetsuit / stinger suits
What's Extra
- Any extra purchases on Dunk Island at the cafe
Terms and Conditions
All information provided at any time by Cairns Tours and our affiliates is subject to these Terms & Conditions. This includes but is not limited to tour information, pricing, blog posts, travel advice, itinerary information and availability.
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours/Mr Travel and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transport
It should be noted that any transport you have booked (buses, flights and ferries) through Cairns Tours is non-refundable and non-transferable. It might be possible to change flights however do note this must be done directly with the flight operator and we are unable to offer any support with this. This may incur change fees or cancellation fees, it depends on the T+Cs of the flight operators themselves. As we acted as a booking agent for you, it is possible to liaise with the airline directly should there be any unexpected events and the airline is forced to cancel your flights. If there are any changes to your flight times or days, we will get notified and send this email directly to you in a reasonable time.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Information & Advice
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Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
This tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers' discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to: admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Travel Shop retail outlet located in Cairns, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Cairns Tours/Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Cairns Tours/ Mr Travel. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any age restrictions?
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Where does the tour depart?
Please make your way to the Clump Point Boat Ramp on Clump Point Road, Mission Beach QLD 4852, at least 30 minutes prior to departure at 8:00am.
Is snorkel gear provided?
Yes, snorkel gear and wetsuits/stinger suits are provided.
Where is Dunk Island?
Dunk Island is located just 10 minutes offshore from Mission Beach in Queensland!
How many people are on the tour?
This is a small group tour that only takes 10 guests.
Is food included?
Light snacks and drinks are provided, and you can purchase extra food at the Dunk Island Cafe if you wish.