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Ocean Spirit Cruise
On this full-day tour from Cairns, you'll cruise to the spectacular Michaelmas Cay, a wonderful natural reef-island that is teeming with marine life and corals of a range of colours that make for a perfect snorkelling destination! This comprehensive 8-hour cruise experience will allow you to enjoy 4 full hours out on the reef at Michaelmas Cay and its fringing reefs surrounding its golden sands. With everything you'll need to enjoy the day provided by the operator, you'll have full, free use of all necessary equipment as well as snorkelling tuition and demonstrations for those who are snorkelling for the first time.
Michaelmas Cay itself is spectacularly beautiful and a haven for wildlife, as the entire area is a National Park and is brimming with seabirds and other wildlife, which makes for a fascinating spot for a nature walk. Explore the island, relax on the spacious vessel, snorkel amongst the spectacular aquatic life of the Great Barrier Reef, board a semi-submersible and see the fish and corals through the glass. However you wish to spend your time at Michaelmas Cay, you'll no doubt come away with some unforgettable memories of what makes the reef an essential bucket-list item. Departing from Cairns at 08:30 and returning at 17:00, this is a comprehensive itinerary with plenty of inclusions all at a great price, so book online today.
Itinerary:
07:30: Check in at Ocean Spirit's counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal for boarding passes.
08:00: Boarding commences. Complimentary tea and coffee are served until departure.
08:30: Depart Cairns for Michaelmas Cay and the Great Barrier Reef
09:00: Safety demonstration, reef brief and snorkelling demonstration.
09:30: Marine Biologist slide show presentation
10.00: Dive brief for introductory divers.
10:30: Arrive at Michaelmas Cay. Reef Activities commence: Fish feeding presentation, Snorkelling, Semi-submarine/glass bottom boat, Scuba diving for introductory divers. (Dive session times are 11:00, 12:15 & 13:30)
12:00: Buffet lunch served onboard. Time to enjoy more Reef Activities!
14:30: Afternoon tea is served onboard. On completion of the safety head count, we depart Michaelmas Cay for the return journey to Cairns. A Glass of complimentary sparkling wine is served on the homeward journey, along with cheese and crackers.
17:00: Arrive Cairns.
- Return Ocean Spirit cruise from Cairns
- 8.5 hours experience with 4 hours on the Reef
- Morning and afternoon teas
- Hot and cold buffet lunch including fresh prawns
- Fish feeding presentation on arrival
- Snorkelling equipment, Lycra suits & Buoyancy vests
- Marine Biologist presentation
- Semi-submarine Reef Discovery tour with commentary
- Glass of complimentary sparkling wine served on the homeward journey, cheese and crackers
Start: Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns
What to bring:
Hat and shirt for sun protection. Swimwear and a towel. Cash or a credit card for optional activities or onboard purchases. Marine-friendly sunscreen, change of clothes and camera (Drones not permitted).
Conditions:
Child rates apply for 4-14 years. Infants 0-3 years travel free of charge. Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience. Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction. Cruise vessel subject to change without notice. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements. Throughout the day, the "beach buggy shuttle" will transfer you between Ocean Spirit and the beach. Certain medical conditions may preclude some people from Scuba Diving, and the minimum age to participate is 12 years. For further advice, please contact our office.
Optional Activities:
Introductory scuba diving or a Marine biologist-guided snorkel tour.
