Things to do in Great Barrier Reef, Queensland: The Best Multi-day Tours

Want to see Aberton Tablelands, Cooktown, the Daintree Rainforest and more in a 3-day tour with everything taken care of? This very small-group tour takes you on an exclusive guided 4WD tour to the Daintree National Park, Cooktown, and the Atherton Tablelands. This tour ticks all the boxes in terms of showing people the best of Far North Queensland! Visit Cooktown and its many surrounding attractions as you learn about this truly amazing ancient area of the world from our very experienced local naturalist guide.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation, Dinner, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

This 8-day multi-day tour of Cairns covers all the must do's, with some added extras. Your 8-day tour includes 7-nights accommodation in a standard queen, twin or triple room, round-trip airport transfers and a Cairns Evening Harbour & Dinner Cruise. If that's not enough, visit the stunning Great Barrier Reef on a full-day tour with an introductory dive, enjoy a day-trip to Kuranda aboard the Scenic Railway and Skyrail and visit the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge. Top off your trip with a 40-minute scenic reef flight and a beautiful 4WD rainforest waterfall adventure with a free day to explore or just relax by the pool.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, 7 nights accommodation in a Standard Room (no meals), Round-trip airport transfers, Great Barrier Reef day trip including hotel pickup and drop-off, one introductory dive, breakfast and lunch, Daintree rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge day-trip with morning tea, lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off, Kuranda day trip aboard the Scenic Railway and Skyrail including hotel pickup and drop-off (no meals), Half-day 4WD Rainforest Waterfall tour (light refreshment provided), 40-minute scenic reef flight, Cairns Evening Harbour & Dinner Cruise

Exclusions: Breakfast at the Hotel, Transfers to and from The Cairns Evening Harbour & Dinner Cruise

Enjoy two fun filled days exploring the Great Barrier Reef, including a free introduction dive, a scenic tour on the glass bottom boat. Breakfast and lunch are included as well as a visit to the 'Oldest Rainforest on Earth' with a day tour to the stunning Daintree National Park, Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas and the magical Mossman Gorge. These tours are two must see attractions while visiting Cairns in the beautiful far Northern Queensland. Both tours are small group in nature and relaxed in true North Queensland style.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Return hotel transfers from Cairns City, Palm Cove & Trinity beach ONLY, Breakfast bacon and egg rolls, lunch buffet and afternoon cheese, wine and biscuits, tea and coffee, Reef tax and fuel levies, Interactive marine biology presentation, One scuba dive, Morning tea and restaurant style lunch, Small group tour, Accredited or naturalist local tour guides

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Tours do not operate from Port Douglas, Overnight accommodation, There are 2 Options for this Package. Combo "Cairns City" is for all Cairns City Accommodation. Combo "Northern Beaches" must be selected for Machans Beach, Holloways Beach, Trinity Beach, Kewarra Beach & Palm Cove. If you book a "Northern Beaches" Option, there is a $22 per person charge for return Transfers for the Reef Tour. This amount is payable direct to the driver

Whitsunday Getaways provides an intimate sailing adventure in comfort and style. Jump on board our beautiful catamaran and explore the amazing Whitsunday Islands. We offer a 2-night cruise for couples, departing once a week on Tuesday. Getaway comfortably accommodates 4 couples in private, air-conditioned cabins with en-suites. Your professional Skipper and Host will ensure your wants and needs are taken care of as you sail, snorkel and explore this spectacular playground. • Cruising for couples with private double cabins • Private en suite • Fully air-conditioned vessels • Amazing fresh food, all meals prepared on board by your host • Great sailing with hands on opportunities under the guidance of our experienced skippers • Large stable catamaran • Full service experience provided by highly professional crew • Use of our stand-up paddle boards • Relaxed and intimate trip for couples and honeymooners

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), National Park fees, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), All activities, Local guide, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Drinks - Soft Drinks & Bottled Water $2.50, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase before the trip) and minimal glass please

See the best of Cairns with a two-day package that provides the ultimate reef and rainforest experience. Cruise from Cairns onboard the fastest, award-winning luxury vessel “EVOLUTION” for the best value tours to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for an adventure-filled experience. You will enjoy a personalised day on the Great Barrier Reef with our friendly and professional boat crew. Embark on a full-day adventure to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef! Sit back and relax in comfort in a custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicle while listening to informative and entertaining commentary by your local naturalist guide. Group size is limited for a more personalised experience. As a locally owned operator company for over 30 years, you will have an unforgettable experience with the perfect mix of professionalism, service, and fun!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation on Rainforest Day, Full Day Reef Cruise Snorkelling with all snorkel equipment, safety briefings, lycra/sun-suit hire, Full Day Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour, Rainforest National Park fees, Use of scuba and snorkeling equipment is selected, 1 x introductory or certified dive (if selected)

Exclusions: $20 per person admin/fuel levy (to be paid direct prior to travel), Private transportation on Reef Day (can be arranged, contact reservations), Accommodation

New Horizon is truly the best value for money vessel on the market. She is a stunning 21-meter traditional sailing vessel that has beautiful old-world charm with modern comforts such as air conditioning. She is a 21m sailing schooner that accommodates 32 passengers and 4 crew. She has 2 showers, 2 toilets, plenty of sheltered outdoor spaces and sun tanning space. Not to mention the only budget vessel with air con and her beds are spacious and comfortable, 8 doubles and 16 singles. Snorkelling, intro & certified scuba dives (to be booked and paid for on board the tour), SUP boards, bushwalks, beach games, movie lounge, 8 metre water slide and more. Our 4 fantastic crew instil a sense of fun in every facet of the tour by creating an atmosphere and culture that’s lively, engaging, and entertaining.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, 2 nights accommodation, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Professional guide, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks and drinkable tap water

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable) Luggage can be stored in our office for $10pp, BYO Alcohol (no glass), Soft drinks available for purchase for $3 each

Moored offshore at Hardy Reef, 40 nautical miles from Airlie Beach, Reefworld is the setting for your spectacular overnight Reefsuite experience. Begin your journey with a cruise through the Whitsunday Islands to Hardy Reef onboard our high-speed vessel, arriving at the reef around 11am. After lunch, guests can snorkel, dive, swim or take a scenic helicopter flight to see famous Heart Reef (additional cost). Day visitors depart mid-afternoon and then overnight guests have Hardy Reef and Reefworld all to themselves. Watch a stunning sunset with a drink in hand before enjoying a starlit long-table dinner on the pontoon’s upper deck. After dinner, Reefsuite guests can retreat to the privacy of their undersea accommodation. Sit back, relax and watch as the reef comes to life through the floor to ceiling windows. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and an exclusive morning on the reef before heading home in the afternoon with memories that will stay with you forever.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Use of snorkeling equipment, Semi-submersible coral viewing with reef appreciation talk, Overnight accommodation in an underwater Reefsuite, Round-trip cruise, Underwater viewing chamber, Guided snorkelling tour, Beverages (beer, wine and soft drinks)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Optional activities including scuba diving, helicopter flights, massage (available to purchase on board)

Join the crew on Matador Whitsundays for a truly unique experience on-board an ex-race boat legend. Matador has been freshly refurbished in 2017 for its 2-Day 1-Night Tour. Hop on-board with like-minded guests sailing over to the World Famous Whitehaven Beach then on to the best snorkelling spots the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park has to offer. Get hands-on and help with sailing or sit back and relax – it’s up to you!  A bit about Matador • Largest commercial ex-race boat in the Whitsundays at 85ft in length • Best of the best crew. • Glowing race history - 52 races, 8 Regattas and two world maxi yacht races, boasting a total of 31 wins 5 seconds and 6 thirds. • Nominated and awarded bronze for "Best New Tourism Business" at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards 2017. • Locally owned and operated company promising an authentic Aussie experience.

Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Afternoon tea, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, All activities, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: Snacks and alcohol are BYO

Travel to the Great Barrier Reef and become a Marine Conservation Volunteer and official surveyor for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks Authority. Your tour operator, No Limit Adventures has teamed up with Passions of Paradise, a leading scuba diving and outer reef operator in Cairns with a high commitment to environmental sustainability. Together we are offering our Marine Conservation Program run on the Great Barrier Reef combining firstly the adventure of scuba diving with the opportunity to help the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) monitor and identify reef health indicators on the Great Barrier Reef. Spend your volunteer holiday in Cairns and enjoy our 12-day program that combines the adventure of diving with marine conservation on the Great Barrier Reef. Become part of our dedicated team and make a genuine contribution to marine conservation and care for the Great Barrier Reef. Your efforts will make a difference for future generations.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation at Gilligans Backpacker Resort (or similar), 9 nights dorm accommodation , Meals as noted in the program (B,L,D), 2-hour Reef Teach educational session, Dive course as per options 1 – 3. dive courses include 3 day/ 2 night live aboard reef trip, 4 x day trips on Passions of Paradise with a dedicated reef conservation guide doing Eye on the Reef – Rapid Monitoring and other Marine Conservation tasks, Project AWARE Specialist Card (all participants), Specified number of dives on the Great Barrier Reef, Day trip to Fitzroy Island and visit at the turtle hospital, with hands-on activities (subject to availability on the day), Conservation program participant certificate and t-shirt (all participants), Tour coordination and assistance by No Limit Adventures

Exclusions: International and domestic flights, Visa fees to Australia (if applicable), Airport transfers (see Note), Reef taxes and levies (approx. $80 for the 3D/2N reef trip and $20/ day with Passions of Paradise. TOTAL Reef Fees: AUD$160), Dive medical costs (if required), First Aid Certificate cost (only required by participants doing Rescue Dive Course), Costs of personal nature, Optional activities

With a fully flexible tag-along style itinerary which includes Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, Indian Head and the Champagne Pools, it's clear to see why Dingo's Tag-Along has been etched in backpackers memories as the highlight of their East Coast trip since the early 2000s. With fun and adventure in mind,this tour shows the highlights of Fraser Island and leaves you with lasting memories and new friends for 18-35 year olds! In other words, discovering Fraser Island with Dingo's is a mind-blowing experience you will remember the rest of your life.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Fuel for 4x4s & all camping equipment , 4WD driver training on the beach, Lead driver guide taking you to Fraser Island's highlights, All camping permits, national park and vehicle permits, Return ferry transfer, Luggage storage and safety deposit at Freedom Rainbow Beach, 2 nights camping on Fraser Island with toilets and showers

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