Tour Specials!
Coral Sea Dreaming
Best Dive & Snorkel locations
2 Day/1 Night Sailing Trip
Maximum 12 passengers
Unique refurbished Sail boat
Dive, snorkel or simply relax
Includes up to 3 intro dives
Private:$460/person
Share:$440/person
SNORKEL SPECIAL!
Includes FREE 10 min. intro dive
Private:$370/person
Share:$350/person
Cert diver specials also available!
FREE city transfers!
Travel between now and 30/June/2012
Ultimate Reef Pass
The award winning Quicksilver and Great Adventures offer the widest range of reef cruises on the Great Barrier Reef.
$431 per adult
including levies (3x$6)
Spirit of Freedom is the perfect way to experience the Great Barrier Reef in comfort.
2ND PERSON
For every booking of 2 people, the 2nd person receive a 25% discount off the trip!
*Blockout dates: departures on 5-April-2012
*Offer applies to retail price only. Reef tax, equipment, courses etc. do not apply
ENQUIRE NOW!
Mike Ball 3 night Cod Hole - Great Barrier Reef
Mike Ball 3 night Cod Hole

- Departs every Monday 7am
- Low level scenic flight
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The Great Barrier Reef's most remarkable marine life encounter awaits you at the Cod Hole. Imagine diver sized Potato Cod that dive with you!..
The Cod Hole is an Internationally Famous Dive destination offering very exciting year round diving. This trip has been internationally acclaimed as the premier Cod Hole service providing superb spacious accommodation, maximum diving time and stability.
What makes it Great?
- The Most Awarded "liveaboard"
- Spectacular flight to Lizard Island
- Attention to detail
Showcasing the best of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. Dive Ribbon Reef sites with the best marine life biodiversity and the Cod Hole. All dives are 100-150 miles north of Cairns
THE VESSEL:
Spoilsport has been honoured with more excellence awards than any other liveaboard dive vessel in the area. She has received 10 Rodale’s Reader Choice awards including Best Liveaboard Staff, Best Food and Best Value.
4 DAY 3 NIGHT ITINERARY:
The Monday departure begins with a spectacular low level scenic flight to Lizard Island where you connect with the Mike Ball Vessel.
Swim, play with, and photograph a family of giant potato cod at the Cod Hole. Explore the nooks and crannies of pristine coral gardens at Challenger Bay. Experience a diverse array of nocturnal marine species on the night dive.
Tuesday you will be gliding along Pixie's Wall with a procession of golden gorgonian fans lining the base. Admire magnificent giant clams and spectacular coral gardens with an array of fish species. The night dive is at Flare Point where green turtle sightings are common.
Wednesday join the Big Eye Trevally and Barracuda as they school around Steve's Bommie. Also visit Fish Market and Great Escape with beautiful coral gardens dotted with giant clams.
Thursday is the final day. Early morning docking and breakfast onboard Spoilsport before returning to Cairns City.
INCLUSIONS:
- Low level flight to Lizard Is.
- 12 dives inc. 2 night dives
- Twin or double accommodation with Daily cabin service
- Tanks and weight belts
- Sheets, towels and linens
- Complimentary soft drinks and Australian wines with dinner.
- Three meals daily, plus snacks
- Transfer to your accommodation
EXTRAS:
- Nitrox Certification course
- PADI Advanced Course
- Reef Levy
MINKE WHALES:
Dive with Dwarf Minke Whales on the 3 and 4 Night Expeditions between May and August. Specialised Minke Whale expeditions commence during the peak months of June and July. Mike Balls special Minke Whale Permit allows guests to observe and interact with these creatures at close range. Please enquire for further details and availability.
7 DAY CORAL SEA SAFARI:
This expedition is a combination of both the Cod Hole and Coral Sea itineraries. No repeat sites are on this itinerary apart from the famous Cod Hole. Please ask one of our friendly consultants for further details...
(Mike Ball reserves the right to vary this itinerary in order to provide the best quality diving)
GREAT NEWS! All payments made to Travstar do not incur a credit card surcharge.
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| 3 Night Dive Adventure | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Budget Cabin | $1,598.00 | n/a | n/a | |
| Club Cabin | $1,860.00 | n/a | n/a | |
| Standard Cabin | $2,103.00 | n/a | n/a | |
| Premium Cabin | $2,307.00 | n/a | n/a | |
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| Child Age = 4-14 years | |
| Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children | |
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| WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES |
Whats Hot!
Reef & Island Fun
Fitzroy Island is fringed with pretty coral gardens in the ocean and a hiking trail up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer such as Sea Kayaking and snorkelling.
FITZROY ISLAND
BARRIER REEF TOUR
RETURN FERRY TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS
from $768 per couple
SAVE $335!
Travel between now and 22/December/2012
ULTIMATE BONUS OFFER
- 5 nights at Reef View
- FREE Night included
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Use of Catamarans, Paddle Skis, Windsurfers & Snorkelling Equip.
- Use of Sceduled Shuttle
- Return airport transfers
- Use of Gym, Spa, Sauna, Tennis & Squash Court Hire
Only $280 per couple/night
STAY 5 PAY 4
Blackout: 17 Aug - 27 Jan '13
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
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Whats Hot!
Cairns
2 Day / 1 Night Sailing
* All meals * Snorkelling gear * 2nd dive FREE
* Dep. Sat, Mon & Wed
Relaxing and informal atmosphere
Many reefs visited on Great Barrier Reef
Share Cabin inc EMC levy
from $380per adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Gladstone
Heron Island Resort
4 nights from $796/person
Children 12 year and under stay and eat FREE!
All meals included!
Book a minimum 4 nights stay
(*Black out dates apply)
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Cairns
2 Day 1 Night Reef Sailing Liveaboard
- Certified Divers -
- 6 dives inc. night dive
- Snorkellers -
- One FREE Intro Dive
$330 inc. all meals, equipment, reef levy etc
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Cairns
Spirit of Freedom takes you on a luxurious adventure to Australia's amazing Coral Sea & Great Barrier Reef!
50% OFF
2ND PERSON
For every booking for 2 passengers, the 2nd person receives 50% OFF the trip
*Blockout dates: departures on 5-April-2012
*Offer applies to retail price only. Reef tax, equipment, courses etc. do not apply
Travel between now and 31/May/2012





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