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Discovery Tours Australia

RAINFOREST

Down Under Cruise and Dive

REEF & ISLANDS

$$$

This premium tour includes the Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge. See rainforest, cascading rivers and the iconic Cape Tribulation beach, the only place where two natural World Heritage sites, the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest, exist side by side.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Morning tea and delicious restaurant lunch included

• Daintree River wildlife cruise

• Premium small-group tours run daily

• Luxury Mercedes vehicles

Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel

REEF & ISLANDS

$$$

Step back into the Great Barrier Reef’s Dreamtime with our First Nation Cultural Guides for a snorkelling and diving experience among coral gardens and marine life. Enjoy a traditional Welcome to Sea Country from traditional owners of the four Sea Countries on which we operate.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit two premium outer Great Barrier Reef sites

• Guided snorkel tours included

• Certified and introductory small-group diving available

• Breakfast, morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoon tea served

$$$

Locally-owned and -operated for 30 years, we offer the best value outer reef tour experiences in Cairns, onboard our luxury superyacht Evolution. Experience unforgettable travel experiences to the outer reef, plus multi-day packages to the rainforest, outback, helicopter flights and Skyrail.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise onboard Cairns' fastest & most luxurious superyacht

• Snorkel & dive at two spectacular outer reef sites

• Dial up the adventure with a helicopter flight over the reef

• Upgrade to our Gold Class Lounge for a VIP experience

Great Adventures: Great Barrier Reef Adventure

REEF & ISLANDS

$$$

Departing from Cairns, this exciting eco-certified cruise takes you to a magnificent outer reef site. Snorkel directly off the activity platform into coral gardens, or discover the reef from the underwater observatory and air-conditioned semisubmarine with a marine biologist. What a great adventure!

HIGHLIGHTS

• Meet Wally, the friendly humpback Maori wrasse

• Family-friendly activities for swimmers and non-swimmers

• Try the exclusive Scuba Doo underwater scooter

• Can include a two-hour stopover at tropical Green Island

Great Adventures: Green Island Tours

REEF & ISLANDS

Hot Air Balloon Cairns

SCENIC FLIGHTS

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For a tropical island adventure, beautiful Green Island offers the unique opportunity for a combined reef and rainforest experience. On a Great Adventures fast cat, you’ll be there in just 45 minutes, perfect for a full- or half-day trip. Your day can be as relaxing or as active as you choose.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See the reef in a glass-bottom boat with commentary

• Explore the lush rainforest and enjoy lunch at the resort

• Snorkel from gorgeous soft white coral sand beaches

• Scuba or helmet dive, kayak, parasail, see crocs at Marineland

Kuranda Koala Gardens

$$$

Take off at sunset to take in spectacular views of the Atherton Tablelands. Our experienced pilot will provide a fun and informative commentary on the region and sights as you fly. Take time to really breathe in the wide-open spaces – this is an amazing experience you will remember forever.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Expert interpretive commentary

• Digital photo package and commemorative certificate

• Glass of bubbly or juice on landing

• Airconditioned coach transfers to and from Cairns

Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Skyrail & Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures

SIGHTSEEING

$

Located at the Kuranda Heritage Markets in Kuranda Village, get up close to iconic Australian wildlife, including koalas, wombats, bilbies, gliders and kangaroos, as well as quokkas, bettongs and freshwater crocodiles. Get a photo of yourself holding or patting a koala for a unique souvenir.

HIGHLIGHTS

• 10 minutes' walk from Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail

• A great place to encounter the iconic Aussie favourites

• Open 10am to 4pm seven days a week

• Koala-holding and -patting photo opportunities

$$$

Experience the best of Tropical North Queensland in one day. Travel to Kuranda aboard the Scenic Railway, explore Kuranda’s markets, soar above the rainforest canopy aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, spot saltwater crocodiles and Australian wildlife at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Advanced eco-certified experience with Down Under Tours

• Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

• Wetlands boat cruise and Crocodile Attack show

• Kuranda Boarding Pass available in six languages

Lady Douglas River Cruise & Shaolin Junk Boat

SIGHTSEEING

Northern Experience Eco Tours

SIGHTSEEING

$

Experience two original icons of Port Douglas: Lady Douglas riverboat and Shaolin authentic Chinese junk. Family-owned and operated, these vessels have been part of the local marine history for more than 35 years. Among the most popular and best value tours in the region. Both are must-do.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Port Douglas historical icons, sailing for more than 35 years

• Locally-owned and -operated family business

• Delicious food and drink options

• Great value and fun tours for all ages

Ocean Spirit Cruises

REEF & ISLANDS

$$$

Experience a leisurely day on the Great Barrier Reef when you set sail with Ocean Spirit Cruises from Cairns to the picturesque and unique Michaelmas Cay. Try scuba diving, snorkel from the beach, cruise in the semi-sub for a diver’s view of the reef and observe the island sanctuary birdlife.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sail aboard the beautiful 32-metre catamaran Ocean Spirit

• Michaelmas Cay is renowned for giant clams and sea turtles

• Introductory scuba and marine biologist snorkel tours

• Complimentary glass of bubbles on the return journey

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Discover the natural beauty and history of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day tour. Spot wildlife at Lake Barrine, visit world famous Millaa Millaa Falls and the giant Curtain Fig Tree, and enjoy a guided walk to explore the intriguing heritage-listed site of Paronella Park.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Small-group tour in an air-conditioned bus

• Visit award-winning historical Paronella Park

• Take a dip at spectacular Milla Milla Falls

• Enjoy a Devonshire morning tea and a country-style lunch

Quicksilver Cruises

REEF AND ISLANDS

$$$

This award-winning Great Barrier Reef cruise takes you to an activity platform at Agincourt Reef, a jewel-like ribbon reef with spectacular coral formations, myriad marine life and clear outer reef waters. Snorkel and dive, or stay dry and discover the reef from the semi-sub and underwater observatory.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Snorkelling at the edge of Australia’s continental shelf

• Activities for all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers

• Scuba and helmet diving, snorkel tours and scenic heli flights

• Cruise on spacious and comfortable wavepiercer catamaran

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