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Great Barrier Reef & Chillagoe & Outback 4WD Tour - 2 Day Package
Duration: 2 Day Tour Package
Departs: Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches Daily
Returns: Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches Daily
Your Great Barrier Reef day tour will include guided snorkeling tours with all snorkeling equipment and tuition included, visiting 2 Outer Barrier Reef locations in the one day. Your day tour also includes a delicious Aussue BBQ Lunch including a selection of delicious buffet dishes including steak, sausages and prawns with garden fresh tropical salads, fruit platters and bread rolls (vegetarians can be catered for on request) !
Locations visited have been carefully selected for the clarity of the water and the abundance and diversity of marine life. Reef locations visited include sites at Norman, Saxon and / or Hastings Reefs locations with sites chosen by the vessel’s captain on the day of travel with a view to selecting moorings that offer the best protection, underwater visibility and snorkel and dive opportunities by taking into account the day’s prevailing weather conditions.
For Snorkellers; reef snorkelling locations have been selected for their variety and bottom contours in order to provide the best experience for both beginner and experienced snorkelers. MV Evolution's crew are on had to keep a constant watch over snorkeling sites, ensuring that passengers are able to enjoy snorkelling in safety.
Introductory Divers can try Scuba diving without any previous training or experience! Even if you have never dived before and have always wished to experience first hand the beauty of the underwater world, you can arrange to participate in an Introductory dive with one of the vessel’s professional Dive Instructors (Introductory Diving is available at additional cost as an Optional Extra).
For Certified Divers there are two exclusive dive locations, with plenty of time between dives for snorkeling and relaxation. Certified divers can enjoy up to three dives on two different outer reef locations on the Great Barrier Reef. All gear and equipment is included (Certified Diving is available at additional cost).
Arrive at the first site of the day and spend up to 2 ½ hours snorkelling or diving before moving to on to the second reef location of the day and taking a break in between to enjoy lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon, snorkelling or perhaps enjoying some of the available optional activities such as the Semi Submersible Submarine Tour or a Helicopter Scenic Flight!
After completing your day on the Great Barrier Reef, kick back and relax on deck as the crew entertain you on the trip home with a complimentary glass of wine and cheese, fruit platter! Arrive back into Cairns at approximately 4.45pm
Day 2 Explore the Chillagoe Caves, Granite Gorge and other highlights of Tropical North Queensland and the Outback on this 4WD Safari from Cairns.
Your day begins with a pick up by your friendly accredited guide in a custom-built air-conditioned 4WD vehicle. After introductions all roun, it is time to ascend the McAllister Range.
Along the route there is the opportunity to spot many different species of bush birds and wildlife, including emus, wedge-tail eagles, squatter pigeons, kangaroos and frilled neck lizards.
Your first stop of the day is the Skybury Coffee Plantation in Mareeba for morning tea.
Travel further inland and make your way out to Chillagoe whilst listening to the informative commentary delivered by your driver / guide who will share information about the region's history, including Aboriginal culture. Explore the Chillagoe-Mungaga Caves National Park with an expert local guide. After enjoying your caving tour you will travel through historic mining towns and small outback communities, to visit the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins for a guided tour.
You will also be treated to lunch at a 100-year-old Aussie Outback pub in the bush.
There is also a stop at the 'Balancing Rock' for an amazing photo opportunity. Here you will see and learn about aboriginal rock art.
In the afternoon there is the opportunity to stop at Granite Gorge to take a walk and see the areas friendly rock wallabies.
Package Includes MV Evolution Outer Barrier Reef Tour Includes
- Fast, modern, luxury, state-of-the-art catamaran MV Evolution
- 2 Outer Barrier Reef Locations on the Outer Barrier Reef
- 5 hours free time over 2 spectacular Outer Barrier Reef sites
- All Snorkelling gear including mask, snorkel, fins & flotation devices
- Guided snorkelling tours with the vessel's friendly crew
- FREE 10 min scuba dive demonstration - (charges apply if you proceed)
- Semi Submersible Submarine Tour
- Aussie BBQ lunch including steak, prawns, sausages and tropical salads & fruit platters (vegetarians are catered for on request)
- Tea, coffee and biscuits, complimentary glass of wine, cheese & fruit platter on return journey
Optional activities include introductory scuba diving and marine biologist guided snorkel tours
Your Chillagoe & Outback 4WD Safari Includes
- Small group day tour in a custom built luxury 4WD vehicle
- Travel off the beaten track down exclusive 4WD backroads & tracks
- Morning tea Skybury Coffee Plantation with local coffee or tea and a snack
- Opportunity to spot kangaroos, emus, wallabies, wedge-tail eagles (wildlife galore!)
- Visit the Balancing Rock for a photo opportunity
- See some Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about local Dreamtime stories
- A visit and guided tour of the Chillagoe Smelter ruins
- Explore the famous Chillagoe Caves with a local expert guide who will share stories and local history of the area
- Find fossils in ancient limestone casts at Chillagoe
- Enjoy an Aussie Outback lunch in the 100-year-old local pub in Chillagoe
- Visit the wallabies at Granite Gorge and see local wildlife at Granite Gorge
- Pass through historic mining ghost towns & small outback communities
Rates - From Cairns City Accommodation - Valid 01 Apr 2024 to 31 Mar 2025
- Adult AU$425.00 includes Government Reef Tax
- Child (Aged 4 -16 years) AU$295.00 includes Government Reef Tax
- Family Package (2 Adults & 2 Children aged 4 -16 years of age) AU$1280.00 includes Government Reef Tax
Please Note: Infants aged under 4 years of age travel Free of Charge
Important Booking Notes
The MV Evolution Outer Barrier Reef Tour operates 7 days a week.
The Chillagoe & Outback 4WD Safari is operates 3 days a week on the Monday & Wednesday & Friday each week (and must be booked well in advance of intended travel).
Package rates are based on self check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns for the MV Evolution Outer Barrier Reef Tour with Optional Return Coach Transfers from Cairns City or Cairns Northern Beaches accomodation available at additional cost.
The Chillagoe & Outback 4WD Safari includes return transfers from Cairns City and Cairns Northern Beaches accommodation.
Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box to indicate if Optional Return Coach Transfers are required for MV Evolution Outer Barrier Reef Tour on making a reservation.
Optional Diving Rates - Certified DiversValid 01 Apr 2024 to 31 Mar 2025
- 1st Certified Dive (includes all Dive Equipment) AU$80.00 ** Must be Pre Booked (AU$100.00 if booked onboard)
- 2nd Certified Dive (Includes all Dive Equipment) AU$60.00
- 3rd Certified Dive (Includes all Dive Equipment) AU$45.00
- Guided Certified Dives (per dive) AU$20.00 Per Dive (1st Dive) AU$10.00 Per Dive (for Subsequent Dives)
- 1st Introductory Dive (includes Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$80.00 ** Must be Pre Booked (AU$100.00 if booked onboard)
- 2nd Introductory Dive (Includes Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$60.00
- 3rd Introductory Dive (Includes Guide, Equipment & Instruction) AU$45.00
Diving Terms & Conditions The minimum age for Introductory Scuba Diving is 12 years. Certain medical conditions including a history of asthma, epilepsy, diabetes, high blood pressure, pregnancy, medications and height restrictions may preclude some people from participating in diving activities.
For further advice, please contact our office. After a single dive a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. If doing multiple dives an interval of 24 hours before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater is suggested.
Optional 10 Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter FlightValid 01 Apr 2024 to 31 Mar 2025
- 10 Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Flight AU$199.00
- Cairns City Based Accommodation $23.00 per person (Return)
- Cairns Northern Beaches Based Accommodation $34.00 per person (Return)
- Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, towel, swimmers, camera & hat for Michaelmas Cay Sailing Tour
- Bring spending money for the purchase of snacks, drinks, souvenirs and optional activities for Michaelmas Cay Sailing Tour
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking for Kuranda Train & Skyrail Tour
- Bring additional spending money for the purchase of lunch, snacks, drinks, activities and souvenirs in Kuranda
General Conditions
Child Ages: 4 -14 years; Infants ages under 4 years of age travel free of charge
Family Package Rates: 2 Adults & 2 Children (aged 4 - 14 years of age) not applicable with any other discount.
All schedules, activities and prices are subject to change with notice
Fares are listed in Australian dollars include Goods and Services Tax.