From Cape Tribulation: Great Barrier Reef Guided Snorkel & Eco Tour
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Highlights

  • Experience a high-speed snorkel and eco adventure to remote Great Barrier Reef sites with rainforest exploration included.
  • Explore vibrant coral reefs and marine life at two uncrowded snorkel locations, including Mackay Reef and Sand Cay, with around 2 hours in the water.
  • Snorkel with expert eco guides providing personalised instruction, reef interpretation talks, and all snorkeling equipment at no extra cost.
  • See the ancient Daintree Rainforest with a 7-day Daintree Discovery Centre pass, featuring boardwalks, canopy towers, and interactive exhibits.

Your Experience

Your Experience

Start an exhilarating journey through both the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest with this high-speed snorkel adventure. Your tour begins in Cape Tribulation, where you'll set off for a half-day exploration.

Getting Started

This experience offers a guided snorkeling excursion that includes round-trip bus transfers from your starting point at Cape Tribulation to the marine wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Upon arrival at the designated pickup location, an expert skipper and eco host will guide you through this adventure with all necessary equipment provided.

What to Expect

  • Dive into remote reef snorkeling by traveling on a fast vessel to secluded Great Barrier Reef sites like Mackay Reef and Sand Cay. Here, spend approximately 2 hours surrounded by colorful coral gardens while swimming with turtles and tropical marine life.
  • Gain expert eco guidance through engaging talks and presentations about the reef ecosystem provided by knowledgeable guides to deepen your appreciation of this unique environment.
  • Receive personalized snorkel support with tailored instruction for all skill levels, complete with equipment provision and continuous assistance from our experienced crew throughout the tour.
  • Explore the Daintree Rainforest on your own schedule using a 7-day pass to access bringd boardwalks, canopy towers, and interactive exhibits within one of Earth's oldest rainforests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Half-day guided tour for exploring the Great Barrier Reef
  • Multilingual audio guide access at the Daintree Discovery Centre
  • Return bus transfers from Cape Tribulation to Cairns and back
  • Guidance by an expert skipper & eco host on the journey
  • Use of Mackay Reef & Sand Cay sites during the tour (based on option selected)
  • Two hours dedicated to exploring underwater life including swimming with turtles
  • Snorkel instruction tailored personally for each participant
  • Provided snorkeling equipment for all participants
  • Interpretation talks about reefs and eco presentations included
  • 7-day pass granting entry to the Daintree Discovery Centre
  • Individual Costs

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Show your ticket at The Turtle Rock Café, Cape Tribulation Rd, Cape Tribulation.
  • Check-in is at 8am.

Get Directions to the Ticket Redemption Point

Note: Courtesy transfers are available from local accommodation houses. Please reconfirm pick-up time 12 hours prior with your accommodation or call Ocean Safari on 07 4098 0006.

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Bring a small bag or backpack with towel, hat, sunglasses, water bottle, swimwear, sun protective clothing, open footwear, jacket (in winter), and waterproof camera.

Please note a maximum of 25 passengers are allowed onboard per vessel. Tour itinerary is subject to change depending on tide, wind, and other weather conditions. Please note that the meeting point is at Cape Tribulation beach (Ocean Safari is located onsite at Safari Lodge, Cape Tribulation).

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