Ocean Safari | Great Barrier Reef Adventure
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This Ocean Safari half day eco tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life, turtles and coral species.
- Departing Cape Tribulation daily
- Choose a morning or afternoon departure
- Snorkel the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast
- See the beautiful coral reefs up close and mingle with marine life
- An exhilarating ride on a speedy and comfortable raft
- Fun, exciting, and educational day suitable for all ages
Ocean Safari offers an exhilarating ride to snorkel the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast at Cape Tribulation. This half day eco tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an impressive array of marine life and coral species. After a fast 25 minute ride, guests are ready to swim with turtles and snorkel two fabulous locations at Mackay and Undine Reefs. On most days the rainforest can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, and you can marvel at the location where two World Heritage Sites meet!
Features:
- Half day tour from Cape Tribulation
- Visit two Great Barrier Reef sites
- Two hours exploring the underwater world
- See incredible marine life up close
- All snorkelling equipment
- Personalised snorkel instruction
- Reef interpretation and eco appreciation presentations
- Experienced, friendly staff
- Chocolate and drinks available to purchase
- Courtesy pick up and drop off
- Choose a morning or afternoon tour
Sample Itinerary
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Half Day Tour From Cape Tribulation
Ocean Safari is one of the best Great Barrier Reef tours you can choose in Australia's Tropical North! Enjoy courtesy bus transfers from your accommodation in Cape Tribulation and head to the Ocean Safari Lodge where you'll get ready for your day. You can choose either a morning or afternoon tour. Board your colourful Ocean Safari boat and get ready to visit ...
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Half Day Tour From Cape Tribulation
Ocean Safari is one of the best Great Barrier Reef tours you can choose in Australia's Tropical North! Enjoy courtesy bus transfers from your accommodation in Cape Tribulation and head to the Ocean Safari Lodge where you'll get ready for your day. You can choose either a morning or afternoon tour. Board your colourful Ocean Safari boat and get ready to visit the reef!
Ocean Safari takes you from the world heritage rainforest-lined beach at Cape Tribulation to Mackay Cay to explore two different snorkelling sites. Relax on the beach or snorkel from the cay to experience the magic of the pristine underwater environment.
Snorkel sites
This half day eco tour visits two snorkel sites including Mackay Reef and Mackay Cay, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species. Often the coastal rainforest of the Daintree can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, two world heritage areas side by side.
On most days, you can snorkel alongside sea turtles, which are found in abundance swimming over reefs full of colourful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams and starfish. Magical memories like these sometimes only happen once in a lifetime.
Please note, itineraries and snorkel sites may vary day to day depending on weather and tides.
Incredible service
An exhilarating 25-minute ride, Ocean Safari offers the quickest tour to the Great Barrier Reef. A maximum of 25 passengers allows you to experience tropical paradise in the pleasure of a small group. The experienced skipper and eco host offer informative reef interpretations, ensuring your tour is filled with fun and appreciation of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.
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What To Bring
- Swimmers
- A bag including a towel and hat
- A jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling
- Cameras in a waterproof case or Tupperware
- Cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
What's Included
- Visit two reef sites, Mackay and Undine Reefs
- 2 hours exploring the underwater world and swimming with turtles
- All snorkelling equ...
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What To Bring
- Swimmers
- A bag including a towel and hat
- A jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling
- Cameras in a waterproof case or Tupperware
- Cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
What's Included
- Visit two reef sites, Mackay and Undine Reefs
- 2 hours exploring the underwater world and swimming with turtles
- All snorkelling equipment
- Personalised snorkel instruction
- Reef interpretation and eco presentations
- Courtesy bus transfers
What's Extra
- Sunsuit/wetsuit/stinger suits available for hire - $8
- Prescription masks available for hire - $20
- Water, soft drinks and chocolates.
Terms and Conditions
Important Information
Please note: The minimum age for passengers on this tour is 6 months old.
Choose between a morning or afternoon departure:
Morning Tour - Departs 8:30am, returns 12:30pm
Afternoon Tour - Departs 12:30pm, returns 4:30pm
All fares are inclusive of Marine Park fees and GST. Sites are weather and tide permitting. Ocean Safari reserves the right to arrange alternative itinerary when necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. 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 actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We 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.
Please note that 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 Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1.5% surcharge for VISA, MASTERCARD and AMEX card purchases.
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
All client cancellations forfeit 25% of total ticket price and all client cancellations made less than 21 days prior to departure will result in complete forfeiture of the full price of the tour or package. If the tour operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to the departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season. Please be advised that Asthma, Epilepsy, diabetes, any major heart or lung problems and pregnancy will permit them from diving. A dive medical must be obtained from a doctor prior to departure.
Thank you for booking with Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any advice or assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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