About this experience
Set sail on a 32-meter catamaran cruise from Cairns to Michaelmas Cay and spend a leisurely day on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a marine biologist presentation, on-board buffet, snorkeling, and more.
Highlights
- Visit a limited access, protected National Park and major seabird habitat
- Experience the romance and adventure while sailing the 32 meter sailing catamaran
- Meet some of the locals such as clams, sea turtles, and more
- Enjoy a complimentary sparkling wine on the homeward journey
- View the reef in the semi-sub, snorkeling or try ab introduction to scuba diving
What's included
- Catamaran cruise
- Glass-bottom viewing with commentary
- 4-hour stop at Michaelmas Cay
- Morning tea (muffins and focaccia)
- Afternoon tea (tropical fruit platter and cake)
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Snorkeling equipment and instruction
- Buoyancy vests and lycra suits
- Marine biologist presentation
- Fish-feeding presentation
- Sparkling wine, cheese, and biscuits
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Departing daily from Cairns, the beautiful 32-meter sailing catamaran sets sail for a day to remember at the picturesque Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef. Encircled by fringing reef teeming with colorful marine life, this unique reef environment is also a bird lover’s delight and an important protected sanctuary for migratory seabirds.
As a National Park, daily visitor numbers and access to the cay is limited to preserve this special environment. Luckily, you will spend 4 hours at this beautiful location.
Throughout the day, the beach buggy boat will transfer you between the catamaran and the beach. Snorkel directly from the beach in the cay’s protected shallow waters and cruise in the semi-submersible with commentary for a diver’s view of the reef.
Watch the fish feeding presentation and observe the fascinating island birdlife. For the more adventurous there is the option to experience an exciting introductory scuba dive or join the marine biologist for a guided snorkel tour.
Alternatively, you can just relax on the beach or on the catamaran's spacious decks and enjoy a leisurely day on the Great Barrier Reef. An informative marine biologist reef presentation, a hot and cold buffet lunch with prawns, and morning and afternoon teas are also included in your day.
Your cruise will combine motor and sailing, depending on the day’s conditions. On the homeward-bound journey, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine, cheese, and biscuits under the sails. Then, return to Cairns for the end of the tour.
Things to note
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
Terms & conditions
The minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years of age. Certain medical condition, medications and height restrictions may prevent some people from participating in this activity.