Great Barrier Reef - 4 night Northbound Cruise

Spectacular Lizard Island, Cooktown, an historic coastal outpost and deserted coral cays join rich rainforest and a stunning ribbon reef as the unforgettable experiences of this cruise. Highlights include, Green Island, Historic mainland Cooktown, and Two Isles wildlife nesting grounds.

This activity takes place around the Great Barrier Reef.

Cairns Cairns and Tropical North QLD Queensland

Boarding from 1.00pm, departs 2.00pm Monday. Returns 9.00am Friday.

There will be other people enjoying the cruise on the 3 day trip. There are 75 rooms aboard the ship.

Please bring all personal items for the 4 nights such as clothes for day/night, toiletries, simmers , towel, suncream, camera. Baggage is limited to 20kg. The passenger warrants that they are physically fit and capable of undertaking the cruise.

Itineraries subject to change due to weather and other operational requirements.

Monday - Your first port of call is Green Island where you can join the Marine Naturalist for an escorted walk, board a glass bottom boat tour or relax with a cocktail at the resort pool. Tuesday - Visit remote Cooktown where in 1770, Captain James Cook, sought refuge by the river. A century later thousands came in search of gold. Today's visitors find a quieter place with a rich history to explore. In the afternoon we sail for Two Isles. This tiny cay fringed by white coral-sand beaches is a sanctuary for rare bird species and occasional sea turtles, and perfect for snorkeling. Wednesday - Surrounded by exceptional fringing reefs, Lizard Island is the jewel of the Barrier Reef. Meander across fringes of white sand, don snorkeling gear to explore acres of coral, step into a glass-bottomed boat and dawdle over the giant clam gardens off Mrs Watson's Bay, or hit the trail up Cooks Look like a true explorer. Thursday - Snorkel in bright clear water over staghorn, fan, sea whip, brain and boulder corals as giant potato cod, rays, reef sharks and coral trout swim below. Aboard our glass-bottomed boat, the marine naturalist illuminates the extraordinary habitat of Ribbon Reef No.5 unfolding before your eyes. On Friday morning we reach Cairns once more. Inclusions: Accommodation; All meals; extra comforts including swimming pool, top deck spa pools, mini gym and sauna; snorkelling equipment; glass bottom boat excursions; guided rainforest & island walks.

Cabins are air conditioned. Bars close at midnight. Bridge tours are conducted during the voyage - see the Cruise Director or Purser for bookings on arrival. For your convenience we operate a cashless bar system. You may use your Cruise Account for onboard drinks and some optional shore excursions.

Activity rate guide
AUD$ 1280
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