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

Snorkeler swimming with sea turtle during Ocean Safari Tour.
Ocean Safari Tour base with parked vehicles and lush greenery.
Snorkelers swimming above a sea turtle during an Ocean Safari Tour.
Tour group on a boat with guide during Ocean Safari Tour-9, exploring clear blue waters.

Duration

4 hr

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Book the ocean safari tour and visit two snorkel destinations, each with tons of marine life and corals!

    • 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.

    • Half-day guided snorkel & eco tour

    • Entry to the Daintree Discovery Centre with multilingual audio guides

    • Round-trip bus transfers from Cape Tribulation

    • Expert skipper & eco host

    • Access to two reef sites; Mackay Reef & Sand Cay

    • 2 hours exploring the underwater world and swimming with turtles

    • Personalised snorkel instruction

    • All snorkeling equipment

    • Reef interpretation talks & eco presentations

    • A 7-day Daintree Discovery Centre pass

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Francisca Johanna Wilhelmina Van Tilburg

    Francisca

    Nov 2024
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    We were lucky that the conditions were perfect. The snorkeling was really fantastic. In addition, there was plenty of equipment and the guides were super!
    Dayana Schuppe

    Dayana

    Aug 2024
    Verified booking
    Cleo Miller

    Cleo

    Jul 2024
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    Toni Daniel DDS

    Toni

    Jul 2024
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    Kory Keeling

    Kory

    Jun 2024
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  • Explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree rainforest on a high-speed snorkel and eco adventure.

    Getting started

    Your experience includes a half-day guided snorkel and eco tour departing from Cape Tribulation, with round-trip bus transfers included. Simply arrive at the designated pickup point and meet your expert skipper and eco host. All snorkeling equipment is provided, and no prior experience is required thanks to personalised instruction and crew support.

    What to expect

    • Remote reef snorkelling: Travel by fast vessel to remote, uncrowded Great Barrier Reef snorkel sites, including Mackay Reef and Sand Cay. Spend around 2 hours exploring vibrant coral gardens and swimming alongside turtles and tropical marine life.

    • Expert eco guidance: Learn about the reef ecosystem through engaging interpretation talks and eco presentations led by knowledgeable guides, enhancing your understanding of this unique marine environment.

    • Personalised snorkel support: Receive tailored snorkel instruction suitable for beginners and confident swimmers alike, with all equipment provided and expert assistance throughout the tour.

    • Rainforest exploration: Enjoy access to the Daintree Discovery Centre with a 7-day pass, allowing you to explore elevated boardwalks, canopy towers, and interactive exhibits in one of the world’s oldest rainforests.

  • What to bring

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

    Additional information

    • 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).

    • 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.

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