Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation

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About this activity

Enjoy a 4.5-hour experience at the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef at Cape Tribulation. This half-day eco-tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species. Get ready to snorkel, alongside sea turtles, two fabulous locations at Mackay and Undine Reefs. Swim over reefs full of colorful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams, and starfish.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Ocean Safari

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: Fresh Seasonal Fruit platter
Included: Reef interpretation talks and eco appreciation presentations
Included: Courtesy pick up and drop off (Cape Tribulation ONLY)
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: 2 hours exploring the underwater world and swimming with turtles
Included: Visit two reef sites at Mackay Reef
Included: Wetsuit/Sunsuit

Not included

Not included: Beer, cider, soft drinks, and water can be purchased with card or cash on board
Not included: Public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child. Payable on check-in.
Not included: Tour departs from Cape Tribulation.

Itinerary

This shared tour begins in Cape Tribulation beach where guests board the vessel bound for the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. The Ocean Safari 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. On most days, the rainforest can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef. Swim alongside sea turtles, which is found in abundance swimming over reefs full of colorful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams and starfish.off the Daintree Coast Courtesy pickups from Cape Tribulation accommodation are included and the Ocean Safari has an Advanced Eco Accreditation. The tour ends at the original departure point.

Stop 1
Ocean Safari
Cape Tribulation Beach
Daintree National Park
Great Barrier Reef

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Ocean Safari check-in office inside the Turtle Rock Cafe. Check-in at 7.30am for Morning tour, 9am for Mid Morning tour and 11.30am for Afternoon tour.

End point

Ocean Safari check-in office inside the Turtle Rock Cafe. Check-in at 7.30am for Morning tour, 9am for Mid Morning tour and 11.30am for Afternoon tour.

Pickup points

PKs Jungle Village
Safari Lodge
Black Palm Cape Tribulation
Wildwood
Cape Trib Beach House
Cape Trib Farm B&B
mist at Cape Tribulation
Rainforest Hideaway
Ferntree Rainforest Lodge
Cape Tribulation Camping

Please reconfirm pick up time the day prior by calling Ocean Safari on 07 4098 0006.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you will receive a confirmation email from OCean Safari to confirm this pick-up time.

If you are making your own way - check-in time is 7.30 am for the Morning Tour and 11.30 am for the Afternoon tour at the Turtle Rock Cafe.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Group Maximum 25 travelers
Bring a bag including swimmers, a towel and hat, jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkeling.
Children must be accompanied by an adult