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Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise

Cruise to Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque reef and island surrounded by magical gardens teeming with an incredible diversity of marine life.

Only RAA members can book experiences. Discount has been applied.
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What to expect

On this full day tour from Cairns, you'll cruise to the spectacular Michaelmas Cay, a wonderful natural reef-island that is teeming with marine life and corals of a range of colours that makes for a perfect snorkelling destination! This comprehensive 8 hour cruise experience will allow you to enjoy 4 full hours out on the reef at Michaelmas Cay and its fringing reefs surrounding its golden sands. With everything you'll need to enjoy the day provided by the operator you'll have full, free use of all necessary equipment as well as snorkelling tuition and demonstrations for those who are snorkelling for the first time.

Michaelmas Cay itself is spectacularly beautiful and a haven for wildlife as the entire area is a National Park and is brimming with sea birds and other wildlife that makes for a fascinating spot for a nature walk. Explore the island, relax on the spacious vessel, snorkel amongst the spectacular aquatic life of the Great Barrier Reef, board a semi-submersible and see the fish and corals through the glass. However you wish to spend your time at Michaelmas Cay, you'll no doubt come away with some unforgettable memories of what makes the reef an essential bucket-list item. Departing from Cairns at 8:30am and returning at 5:00pm, this is a comprehensive itinerary with plenty of inclusions all at a great price - so book online today.

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What's included

  • Return Ocean Spirit cruise from Cairns
  • Experience 4 hours at Michaelmas Cay on the Reef.
  • Morning tea with muffins and focaccia
  • Afternoon tea with tropical fruit platter and cake of the day.
  • Hot and cold buffet lunch, including fresh prawns.
  • Snorkelling equipment, lycra suits.
  • Buoyancy vests.
  • Marine Biologist presentation.
  • Semi-submersible coral viewing tour with commentary.
  • Fish feeding presentation on arrival.
  • Glass of complimentary sparkling wine served on the homeward journey, with cheese and crackers.
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Visit date

Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick ups and drop offs

Extras

  • Guided snorkel tour

Time

  • Cruises depart daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 8.30am and returns at 5pm. Boarding commences at 8am

What To Bring

  • Camera
  • Towel and swimmers
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat and shirt for sun protection
  • Sunglasses
  • Cash/credit card for on board purchases
  • Change of clothes

Product Session Options

Adult 250.8 - price 264 - retailPrice Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise
Child (4-14yrs) 131.1 - price 138 - retailPrice Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise
Infant (0-3yrs) 0 - price 0 - retailPrice Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise
Family (2A+2C) 640.3 - price 674 - retailPrice Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise

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Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise