Ocean Spirit Cruises
Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise
Help code: 367D-D8D
- Unique reef environment
- Amazing snorkelling at the Cay
- All equipment & tuition included
- Delicious buffet lunch with seafood
- Luxury sailing catamaran
- Semi-submersible coral viewing
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Product information
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.
Inclusions
- 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.
Exclusions
- Hotel pick ups and drop offs
Extras
- Guided snorkel tour
Highlights
- Full day adventure on a magical reef sand island
- 4 hours on the Great Barrier Reef
- Set sail on a luxury sailing catamaran
- Spectacular snorkelling
- Cruise in the semi-submersible sub for a divers view of the reef
- Delicious hot and cold buffet lunch including seafood
- Morning and afternoon teas
- Fish feeding presentation
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
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice
“Check weather reports for your desired cruise date and if you suffer from sea sickness it's advised you purchase remedies prior to boarding.”