Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation
Itinerary
Our afternoon tour, swimming with turtles and snorkelling the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast, visiting two different snorkel destinations.
Ocean Safari offers an exhilarating ride to snorkel the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast at Cape Tribulation. This half day eco tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species. After a fast 25 minute ride, you are ready to snorkel fabulous locations at Mackay Reef. On most days, the rainforest can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef alongside sea turtles, which are found in abundance swimming over reefs full of colourful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams and starfish.
The tour begins at Cape Tribulation beach where you board the vessel bound for the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. The Ocean Safari vessel takes a maximum of 25 passengers allowing you to experience tropical paradise and the pleasure of a small group. The vessel is based on the original design of a rescue craft and is a rigid inflatable boat driven by 700hp engines.
The experienced Skipper and Eco Host ensure the trip is filled with fun and appreciation of the Great Barrier Reef and the coastal rainforest of the Daintree, two world heritage areas side by side. Magical memories like these sometimes only happen once in a lifetime.
Courtesy pickups from Cape Tribulation accommodation are included and the Ocean Safari tour is proud to have Advanced Eco Accreditation. Ocean Safari is located onsite at Safari Lodge, offering cabin and camping accommodation in the tropical rainforest, and the Turtle Rock Cafe, so you can eat, stay and play in the one location!
This afternoon tour runs regularly July-October, and on demand the rest of the year. We also have a morning tour which is available year round.
Afternoon tour check in: 11.30am, returns 4.30pm
included with
Visit two reef snorkelling sites at Mackay Reef – Including Mackay Reef Sand Cay
2+ hours exploring the underwater world and swimming with turtles
All snorkelling equipment, reef safe suncream, drinking water
Personalised snorkel instruction
Guided snorkel tour
Underwater photos (download at additional price)
Reef interpretation and eco presentations
Courtesy bus transfers
excluded by
Optional extras: Sunsuit/Wetsuit Hire - $8, Prescription Mask Hire - $15, Water, Soft Drinks/Juice, Beer/Cider, Chocolate
Essential
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What to bring
-A small bag or backpack including a towel, hat, sunglasses and a water bottle
-Wear swimwear and sun protective clothing
-Open footwear like sandals or flip-flops.
-A jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling
-Cameras in a waterproof case or Tupperware – There is dry storage on the boat
-A sense of adventure and good humor is always welcome!
