2 Day Package - Option 7 - Great Barrier Reef

REEF DAYTRIPPER
WALLY THE MAORI WRASSE
COLOURFUL MARINE LIFE
FIND NEMO
SNORKEL THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
FOUR HOURS ON THE REEF
SKYRAIL OVER BARRON RIVER
RAINFOREST BOARDWALKS
GUIDED RANGER WALK
BARRON FALLS
KURANDA SCENIC RAIL
SCENIC JOURNEY
CROSSING WATERFALLS
HOTEL TRANSFERS INCLUDED

2 Day Option 7 - Reef Daytripper & Kuranda

DAY 1 - Reef Daytripper is a small sailing catamaran that offers sailing, snorkelling and diving adventures on the Great Barrier Reef.

What makes it Great?

• Small passenger numbers (20 max)
• All snorkelling equipment included
• 4 hours at the reef
• Visit Upolu Reef
• Friendly relaxed atmosphere

Departure: 7:45am Check in at 'D' finger Marlin Marina (near Reef Fleet Terminal) for a 8am departure and returns at 5pm.

Tour Features:

• 12m-sailing/motor catamaran
• All snorkelling equipment
• Reef Education Presentation
• Guided snorkel tour
• PADI scuba demonstration
• Scuba Skills Update
• Morning tea & coffee
• Tropical buffet lunch
• Fruit & cheese platter with wine on home journey
• Hands-on sailing or complete relaxation
• Relax on bow nets

Upolu Reef lies at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, now a protected world heritage site. You will have over 4 hours to visit two reef locations at Upolu and be amazed by the abundance of colourful marine life, lovely coral and giant clams. 

In the relatively sheltered reef lagoon you will see: striped fish, giant clams, sea turtles, spotted fish, rays, sea stars, an abundance of fish, nudibranchs, and lots more colourful fish! 

A marine naturalist will help you to identify them and tell you something of their lives in the reef community.

No other operator in this category can offer you this superb personalised service, which normally is only available on a privately owned yacht.

Whether you choose to snorkel, dive or simply relax in the shade, the Reef Daytripper crew are happy to provide a professional, friendly and personalised service. 

Introductory & Certified dives are available onboard.  These are an additional cost (if not included in tour)

DAY 2: KURANDA IN A DAY is an unguided budget tour option which combines the famous Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip. Or you can choose Return Skyrail option.

What makes it Great?

• Excellent value
• Return Coach transfers from your Cairns accommodation or self drive
• Choose to add on attractions
• Choose from 2 or 4 hours in Kuranda

A1 ITINERARY (Train up, Skyrail down):
* 8:15-8:30am pickup from your hotel
* 9:45am Kuranda Scenic Rail from Freshwater Station
* Choose 2.5 or 4 hours in Kuranda Village
* 1:45pm or 3:30pm Skyrail Cableway
* Barron Falls Boardwalk
* Red Peak Boardwalk
* 3:15pm or 4:40pm Return transfer to accommodation

A2 ITINERARY (Skyrail up, Train down):
* 8:15-8:30am pickup from your hotel
* 9:45am Skyrail Cableway
* Barron Falls Boardwalk
* Red Peak Boardwalk
* 2.5 hours in Kuranda Village
* 2pm Kuranda Scenic Rail
* 3:30pm Return transfer to accommodation

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Freshwater Station:  Freshwater Connection station includes a museum, and pioneer cottage which provide visitors with an interesting and educational experience.  There is time to see the museum and take photos.  There is also a cafe here where you have time to grab a coffee or a bite to eat.

Kuranda Scenic Railway: Since June 1891 this famous railway has offered passengers a very special journey between Kuranda and Freshwater Station. Admire the toil of the men and women who built this line over 100 years ago as it passes through 15 hand hewn tunnels and over many bridges, crossing waterfalls and ravines as it traverses the very edge of the Barron River Gorge where you will stop at the Observation Deck for photographs.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway: Skyrail is the world's only rainforest cableway, traversing the Barron Gorge National Park, offering superb views of the Coral Sea and World Heritage Rainforest from a 'birds eye view'. Alight at Red Peak Station to stroll on an interpretive rainforest boardwalk and at Barron Falls Station enjoy short walks to view points of the Barron Gorge and Falls, together with a visit to the high quality Rainforest Interpretive Centre.

Kuranda Station: For over one hundred years Kuranda has been attracting the tourist in search of exotic scenery and mountain air.  Today Kuranda Station is world renowned for its tropical gardens and historic significance. It is possibly one of the most photographed railway stations in the world. The heritage-listed buildings blend with the tropical surrounds providing a relaxed environment to enjoy. The Kuranda Railway Tea Rooms at the station offer a great range of souvenirs and refreshments.

Kuranda Village: Stroll the tree-lined streets of Kuranda, punctuated with quaint village architecture, shops, galleries, restaurants and cafes. Spend a few hours or just a short visit, the choice is yours. You will have 2-4 hours free time to purchase your lunch and explore Kuranda. Discover the charm, colour and diversity that Kuranda has to offer:

Kuranda Markets: The 'Original' Kuranda Markets are open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday. The Kuranda Heritage Markets are open 7 days a week.

OPTIONAL UPGRADES:

Train Gold Class:
Our tip:  If you decide to book Gold Class we suggest booking the A2.  Skyrail up and Train down.  This way you can enjoy an alcoholic beverage in the afternoon.  Alcohol is not served on the morning service.  Gold Class provides a premium experience for passengers wanting that extra comfort and a little bit of luxury for a most memorable experience.  

Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class includes:
* Gold Class Attendant
* Individual seating, movable tub style chairs, Club lounge seating - seats assigned at time of ticketing
* Beverage selection - coffee, tea, orange juice, soft drink, sparkling Australian wine, beer, wine and mocktails
* Selection of fresh appetisers - Morning service: savoury croissants, mini muffins and danishes as well as warm spinach and feta rolls/ Afternoon service: locally grown macadamia nuts, selection of Australian cheeses, antipasto, crackers and dried fruits
* KSR Gold Class souvenir pack including pewter KSR pin, pen and postcard & refresher towel
(If guests write their postcards during the journey KSR will post the card free of charge for them)

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