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Outer Reef Snorkel and Dunk Island - Mission Beach Reef Trip - Depart Cairns

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Join Dunk Island Reef Adventures Experience a unique adventure blending land and water exploration on tours of Beaver Reef and Dunk Island in one day.

Join Dunk Island Reef Adventures Experience a unique adventure blending land and water exploration on tours of Beaver Reef and Dunk Island in one day.

Highlights

  • Experience the Great Barrier Reef away from the crowds on QuickCoast's reef cruise
  • Explore the tropical paradise and untouched pristine beaches in Dunk Island
  • Experience a unique and full of fun cruise adventure!

This epic half day Reef tour begins with a coach pickup from Cairns, taking you on a scenic southbound route towards the picturesque Cassowary Coast and Mission Beach.

We then hop aboard QuickCoast, the fast, comfy catamaran with quality service, and reach Beaver Reef & Cay in less than an hour from Mission Beach or Dunk Island directly.

A trip to the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket list adventure for most of us. Snorkeling is the easiest way to check out the reef's amazing diversity, with most of it happening just four meters below the surface. You'll have the freedom to swim at your own pace, wherever and whenever you like, with all the gear provided. Our friendly marine experts lead snorkeling tours and reef talks every day.

Spend around 3.5 hours exploring Beaver Cay & Reef and stop in for an hour chilling at Dunk Island on the way back.

Once we arrive at Clump Point Marina (around 5pm) we get aboard the Myroo Coach and have you back in Cairns by approximately 7pm.

Itinerary

  • 6:30am - Dunk Island Reef Adventures' Coach departs Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (Lake & Abbott Street pick ups available upon request)
  • 8:30am - Clump Point Marine Facility - Priority Boarding with light breakfast served of Muffins, Tropical Fruits and beverage of choice tea/coffee/juice.
  • 9:00am - QuickCoast departs Clump Point Marina Facility
  • 9:25am - QuickCoast arrives at Dunk Island for day visitors to disembark.
  • 9:40am - QuickCoast departs from Dunk Island bound for Beaver Cay & Reef.
  • 10:35am - Arrival at Beaver Reef for snorkelling from QuickCoast or take a ride ashore to the cay in our ships tender.
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm - 2 course BBQ lunch is served on board
  • 2:40pm - QuickCoast departs Beaver Reef with a quick fish feeding before departure.
  • 3:35pm - We arrive at Dunk Island for an hour for multiple choices, short beach walks and/or optional afternoon cocktails from the cafe.
  • 4:30pm - QuickCoast departs Dunk Island
  • 4:50pm - QuickCoast arrives at Clump Point Marine Facility with transfer back to Cairns
  • 7.00pm - Coach arrives back at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Adult $255.00
Child $191.25 (Child 3 to 14 years old)
Infant $0.00 (0 to 2 years old)

What's included

  • Local shared transport to/from Clump Point Marine Facility
  • Priority Boarding and light breakfast served on board consisting of muffins, tropical fruits and choice of tea, coffee or juice.
  • 3-4 hours at Beaver Reef & Cay, Snorkel,& Swim
  • BBQ Lunch served on board with fresh tropical fruits
  • 45 minutes to 1 hour - Dunk Island shore visit
  • Snorkelling Equipment (& Stinger Suits October to May)
  • Snorkel Safari with QuickCoast reef guide

Duration

  • Allow approximately 13 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Cairns - Reef Fleet Terminal Building
  • Mission Beach - Clump Point Marine Facility

Notes

  • Please note: If you have a medical condition and are unsure of your physical ability to participate in an activity, we recommend that you consult with a medical practitioner prior to booking.

    Luggage: If you require to take any extra baggage/cargo other than your hand luggage (Max 5kg) please contact the operator upon booking to arrange this.

    CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS :Tickets are non-refundable.

    Date changes can be made up until 24 hours of departure free of charge

    Date changes less than 24 hours prior to departure incur a $25 amendment fee per passenger.

Available Bookings from 21 Sep to 4 Oct 2024

All prices are shown in AUD ($)

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  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$153.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$191.25
  • Infant Free of Charge

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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lucky24 from Japan wrote on 10 September 2024

The most amazing tour in my life!!

All the staff of the guides are professional with proper marine knowledge and qualifications. Two diving expert guides and one captain are in charge of the tourists. Please do not worry, if there was anything dangerous, they would let us know with a whistle before they sensed it. While snorkeling, the captain was always watching over the safety of the tourists and counting the number of the people from the ferry. I was able to enjoy ourselves in peace and enjoy different areas of the outer reef. The coral reef world was so beautiful. It was really a safe and secure trip. We were able to rent the snorkeling equipment for free. Some people brought their own. The sea temperature was perfect for us in the early September, however, If you can't stand the cold, I recommend you to bring a wetsuit. We enjoyed a very safe and secure reef cruise and snorkeling. Before departure, we had muffins with coffee made from beans ground with a special machine on the ferry. We had a very healthy and delicious lunch and soft drinks. After snorkeling, a tropical fruit platter was served. It was really a perfect tour and all the itineraries proceeded according to the schedule listed and was carried out smoothly on time. By the time they left, the tourists had become friends with each other. I would like to thank the travel agency, Dunk Island Reef Adventures, and Bookme.com for making this trip possible. It was an unforgettable and wonderful experience in my life!!

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Nikolas from New Zealand wrote on 21 July 2024

Big Day Out

Great Day!

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Juan Lucas García Fernandez from Australia wrote on 20 July 2024

Amazing day

Amazing day totally worthy. The reef is super healthy and diverse. We saw 2 reef sharks, 1 turtle and a whale. Staff is super nice and helpful and the snorkel is extremely safe. Service is 10/10. Food is abundant and nutritive. I would highly recommend the experience!

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Thomas BOURDOISRISSE from France wrote on 04 September 2024

Such a good experience

We've booked this tour with a departure from Cairns. Everything was well planned, the crew was very helpful and nice. That was our first experience snorkeling on the great barrier reef and we won't forget it. A big thank you to team it was such a good day!

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michialw from Australia wrote on 29 August 2024

Good day out

The day started early bus ride from cairns to mission beach, driver commentary along the way. Boat and crew were good communicators. Sea was rough boat handled it well but except fridge doors open and closing😜beaver reef was great , dunk island good. Food and drinks 👍highly recommend

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