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Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Mission Beach

Spend the day exploring the Great Barrier Reef with this full day cruise from Mission Beach visiting two locations with all equipment and meals provided.
Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Mission Beach

Highlights

  • Full day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise

  • Free snorkel briefing and tuition

  • Visit 2 outer reef locations

  • Delicious BBQ lunch with fresh prawns

  • All snorkelling equipment provided

  • Free tea, coffee & fresh muffins

Explore the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef during this Outer Reef tour on board the ' MV Reef Goddess', a beautiful custom built snorkel and dive vessel.

The world-famous Great Barrier Reef is Queensland's gem and a natural attraction you must visit at least once, thanks to this day cruise from Mission Beach, you can spend the entire day exploring the vibrant coral reefs, coming face-to-face with curious marine life and relaxing on the deck while floating in paradise.

8.30am -You will begin your adventure to the Great Barrier Reef from our new marine facility located at Clump Point Boat Ramp where you will meet our wonderful crew. You'll head out to the outer parts of the Great Barrier Reef to spend the day exploring. Visiting a total of two beautiful sites, you'll be able to take full advantage of the snorkel equipment, briefings and tuition to go beneath the surface and explore this iconic natural wonder. Throughout the day you'll also be treated to morning tea and a delicious barbecue lunch complete with fresh prawns, salads, bread rolls and fruit, ensuring your energy levels are kept up the entire day.

While on the reef, passengers are able to take part in a few optional extras including an introductory diving expedition and a certified dive, as well as purchasing snacks and beverages on board. Wet suits and Go Pros can be hired on board to document your adventures.

The cruise is set to return to Mission Beach at around 4:30 pm, with the young ones being entertained with the onboard kids club on the journey back.

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Inclusions

  • Full day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
  • Tea, coffee and fresh muffins on the way out
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Snorkel briefing and training
  • BBQ buffet lunch with prawns, salads, bread rolls and fruit
  • Kids club on the way home

Exclusions

  • $8pp reef tax which is payable onboard the day of the tour

Extras

  • Introductory Diving (includes all dive equipment + wetsuit)
  • Certified Diving (includes all equipment + wetsuit)
  • Snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase on board
  • Go Pro's available for hire direct with the operator
  • Merchandise - hats and stubby coolers
  • Wetsuits (included with diving)

Highlights

  • A full day outer Great Barrier Reef experience
  • Free snorkel briefing and tuition
  • Visit 2 outer reef locations
  • Delicious BBQ lunch with fresh prawns, salads and tropical fruit
  • Fun filled, educational experience

Time

  • Departs at 8.30am and returns at 4.30pm

Departure Location

  • Cruises depart from Clump Point Boat Ramp, Mission Beach
  • Parking is available at either the top lookout car park OR car park spaces opposite the public toilets in the upper car park. Please ensure you do not park in trailer parks per council regulations

What To Bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Swimmers
  • Dry change of clothes
  • Cash for onboard sales

Additional Information

  • Docking locations are determined on the day to suit weather conditions
  • Wear your swimmers as you will have to walk through water up to your knees to board the vessel

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher

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