Shore Excursion Details

Snorkeling The Inner Reef

Airlie Beach, Australia

Snorkeling The Inner Reef

DETAILS

  • 21/2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Meal
  • U Tour

OVERVIEW

Snorkel an inner section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park that is a protected sanctuary for all sorts of marine life. You will sail there on the Island Explorer, a 79-foot catamaran custom-built for snorkeling and diving. The vessel features two air-conditioned levels and plenty of deck space for basking in the sun or relaxing outdoors in the shade, if that is your preference. Along the way, you will pass seemingly endless unspoiled and uninhabited islands that comprise the Whitsundays. Once the catamaran moors at the reef, you will be free to snorkel for several hours and come back on board whenever you wish to relax and enjoy the hearty buffet lunch. While there is no telling what you will see while snorkeling, brightly colored angelfish, parrotfish, groupers and gobies are often spotted. You may even catch sight of green sea turtles and rays gracefully swimming by.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Relax on board a catamaran while cruising to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
• Spend hours snorkeling a protected inner reef that is teeming with marine life.
• Relax on the catamaran and enjoy a buffet lunch between snorkeling outings.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sun protection.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes with closed toes.

Need to Know:

Note: Guests must be able to walk on and off the vessel and manage boat stairs unassisted. Please wear your swimsuit under clothing, bring a towel from the ship and use suitable sun and foot protection. Closed rubber soled shoes are highly recommended. Participants in snorkeling activity are required to sign a waiver. Those who participate in water activities do so at their own risk and responsibility and must know how to swim, be comfortable in the water and able to cope with occasional currents. Wildlife sightings, although likely, cannot be guaranteed.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Wildlife Tours
Beach/Swimming
Scuba-Snorkel

Activity Level:

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    Easy
  • 2
    Moderate
  • 3
    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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