James Ferdinando

James Ferdinando

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The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef on earth, and consists of hundreds of tropical islands and 3,000 individual reef systems packed with marine life. But at 1,400 miles long – how do you choose where to experience this immense wonder? Split geographically into the Northern Great Barrier Reef, the central Whitsunday Islands and the Southern Great Barrier Reef, each offers a unique experience and below will give you an insight on what to expect from each local tour.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Visit the only floating pontoon on the Agincourt Reef for an unforgettable experience on this Outer Barrier Reef Cruise. Arrive by high-speed catamaran to your base for the day where you can snorkel straight from the deck, take an introductory dive course, stay dry on a semi-submersible tour or take to the skies by helicopter. 

Why Choose this tour?

• Beautiful Agincourt Reef • Spacious activity platform • Swimming & snorkelling • Semi-submersible tour 

Duration: 7-10hrs. Pick-up: North Queensland hotels.

 

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Silversonic Snorkel Adventure, Northern Great Barrier Reef

See the Northern end of the Great Barrier Reef with the Silversonic Snorkel Adventure. This high-speed catamaran whisks you to three separate Outer Reef sites, meaning less travel time and more time in the water! The onboard marine biologist provides pointers of what to look out for before plunging in. Snorkel or join an introductory scuba dive in this magical underwater wonderland. 

Why Choose this tour?

• Great choice for snorkelling & diving • 5 hours at 3 different reef sites • Travel by high speed catamaran

Duration: 7-10hrs. Pick-up: North Queensland hotels.

 

Silversonic Snorkel Adventure, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Luxury Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Sail aboard a luxurious catamaran on this Luxury Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel tour and sail away to the exclusive Mackay Cay – a beautiful coral cay to explore the natural wonders of the Outer Barrier Reef. Take a walk on the cay, snorkel with a marine biologist in search of clownfish and giant clams or join a glass-bottom boat tour and enjoy a fresh buffet lunch onboard. 

Why Choose this tour?

• Sail the Great Barrier Reef on a luxury catamaran • Mackay Coral Cay, Outer Reef • Guided snorkel tour & glass bottom boat tour

Duration: 9hrs. Pick-up: Port Douglas hotels.

 

Luxury Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Wavedancer Island Sailing, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Experience the Great Barrier Reef at the unspoilt Low Isles on the Wavedancer Island Sailing trip. Board a leisurely catamaran cruise to this tropical paradise with white sandy beaches and a calm lagoon, perfect for snorkelling. Explore colourful coral reefs, go turtle spotting, enjoy a guided beach walk and indulge in a buffet lunch.

Why Choose this tour?

• Luxury sailing catamaran • Visit the relaxing Low Isles • Calm lagoon waters

Duration: 7-10hrs. Pick-up: North Queensland hotels.

 

Wavedancer Island Sailing, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Michaelmas Cay Catamaran Cruise, Northern Great Barrier Reef

With wildlife in an abundance, Michaelmas Cay is a nature lover’s paradise! Cruise by catamaran to this sand cay, one of the most important bird sanctuaries on the reef. Enjoy a semi-submersible tour of the underwater world, snorkel the colourful fringing reef or bird watch from the beach. 

Why Choose this tour?

• Picturesque Sand Cay • 32m Luxury Sailing Catamaran • Protected Bird Sanctuary

Duration: 9-10hrs. Pick-up: Cairns & Northern Beaches hotels.

 

Michaelmas Cay Catamaran Cruise, Northern Great Barrier Reef

Whitehaven Beach Cruise, Whitsunday Islands

No trip to the Whitsunday Islands would be complete without a visit to one of the most photographed beaches in the world! Cruise through picture perfect isles to the pristine white sands of Whitehaven Beach to relax on the beach and cool off in the crystal clear waters – simply paradise. 

Click here to watch a video of this amazing experience.

Why Choose this tour?

• Spectacular Whitehaven Beach • Pristine white sands • Stunning scenery

Duration: 4-7hrs. Departs: Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island or Daydream Island.

 

Whitehaven Beach Cruise, Whitsunday Islands

Whitsunday Blue, Whitsunday Islands

Join this adults-only catamaran sailing experience with a maximum of just eight guests for a relaxing cruise around the magical Whitsunday Islands.

Including: 3 nights aboard the adults only Whitsunday Blue catamaran in a double cabin with an en suite bathroom, guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout and 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners including morning & afternoon teas.

 

Whitsunday Blue, Whitsunday Islands

Overnight Reefsleep Experience, Whitsunday Islands

Spend an unforgettable night aboard an in-reef pontoon for a totally immersive Great Barrier Reef adventure on this unique Reefsleep experience

Including: 1 night aboard the pontoon in a ReefBed under the stars, semi-submarine guided tour and 1 breakfast, 2 lunches & 1 dinner including morning and afternoon teas and all beverages including beer & wine.

 

Overnight Reefsleep Experience, Whitsunday Islands

For more inspiration take a look at our Islands of the Great Barrier Reef Holidays pages.