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2 Day Great Barrier Overnight Reefsleep Experience

4.6 (75 reviews) 2 days
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2 Day Great Barrier Overnight Reefsleep Experience

About this activity

Moored offshore at Hardy Reef, 40 nautical miles from Airlie Beach, Reefworld is the setting for your spectacular elevated overnight Reefsleep experience to one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders.

Experience the Great Barrier Reef for two days and one night providing overnight guests with uninterrupted, private use of the entire pontoon from sunrise to sunset, allowing for deeper immersion in the World Heritage–listed Great Barrier Reef and enhancement food and beverage offerings.

By day, enjoy all the activities from your pontoon such as snorkeling, semi-sub rides and viewing parts of the world’s largest coral-reef system in an underwater chamber.

Later, spend the night on the upper deck of the pontoon, sleeping under the twinkling stars in a custom designed queen size 'Reefbed' with the comforts of premium bedding.

Round trip ferry transport, meals and beverages are included in your stay.

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At a glance

Duration
2 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Paper ticket only accepted
Group
Up to 24 people
People per booking
1–9
Guide
English
Operated by
Cruise Whitsundays

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Guided Snorkel Safari with Expert Reef Guide
  • Included: Arrive at your unique accommodation via a scenic cruise through the Whitsundays
  • Included: Overnight accommodation in a Premium Reefsleep Bed
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Underwater viewing chamber
  • Included: All beverages including beer and wine (cocktails and spirits at an additional cost)
  • Included: Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Included: Activities at the reef including a private guided snorkelling tour and semi-submarine tour

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Optional activities including scuba diving, helicopter flights (available to purchase on board)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Travel from Port of Airlie, via Hamilton Island, to Hardy Reef

  1. Cruise Whitsundays

    30 min

    Depart from Port of Airlie to travel out to the Great Barrier Reef.

Private Reefbed sleeping under the stars

Day 2 · Overnight at Hardy Reef before cruising back to Airlie Beach

  1. Hamilton Island Marina

    10 min

    Quick stop to drop off passengers

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

  • Cruise Whitsundays Maritime Terminal - 24 The Cove Rd, Airlie Beach QLD, Australia

    Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

End point

  • Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

  • Cruise Whitsundays Maritime Terminal - 24 The Cove Rd, Airlie Beach QLD, Australia

    Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

Using your ticket

Please bring towel, hat, sunscreen, swimming costume, camera and cash or credit card for drinks and souvenir purchases. Please note, film, drinks, light refreshments, hats and souvenirs can be purchased on board the vessel.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Minimum age is 6 years

  • Operates in all weather conditions. Beds can be closed up, are water-proof and can tolerate wet weather

  • It is recommended that you bring only one small bag per person with the things you will need for your overnight stay including, swimwear, towel, sunscreen, light jacket or sweater, money and/or credit card for on board purchases and camera

  • All intending divers over the age of 55 years of age must produce a current Diving Medical Certificate. All divers are subject to a medical questionnaire on board the vessel before diving and their fitness to dive will be assessed by a diving instructor

  • A history of certain medical conditions may preclude a guest from SCUBA diving unless a current Diving Medical Certificate can be shown to the instructor.

  • You will be required to complete a medical and dietary requirement form that will be sent to you on confirmation of the booking

  • Please advise dietary requirements

Options

  • Single Bed - Premium Reefsleep

    Premium Reefsleep - single : 2-Day Great Barrier Premium Reefsleep Experience for single share guest travelling

  • Double Bed - Premium Reefsleep

    Premium Reefsleep - twin share: 2-Day Great Barrier Reef Premium Reefsleep Experience in a twin share bed.

Traveller ratings

4.6 out of 5 · 75 reviews
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