Great Barrier Reef

Adventures
The ultimate
outer reef day trip

30 metre luxury cruise vessel

Snorkelling Semi-submersible
Underwater Observatory Diving
Heli Scenics of Heart Reef
Buffet Lunch
 WELCOME TO THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
Cruise through the Whitsunday Islands to the outer
Great Barrier Reef and enjoy one of the worlds most
stunning natural attractions.
Cruise Whitsundays operates a range of comfortable cruising
vessels to the Great Barrier Reef each day. Explore the underwater
wonderland and be held in awe by the magnificent corals and
abundance of fish and other marine life. Theres even a good chance
youll see our friendly mascot the turtle.
Our pontoon has a choice of areas to relax and a great range
of activities. There is undercover seating and tables, sun decks
for topping up the tan, freshwater showers, change rooms and
full access to the air conditioned comfort of the reef vessel.
There are numerous ways to explore the reef, from the underwater
observatory chamber, to the semi-submersible submarines,
snorkelling or scuba diving like a fish in the sea!
The Reefworld pontoons are adjacent to coral walls, the length
of which you can explore, each with their own ecosystems with
magnificent corals and a diversity of marine life found only in
sheltered areas. It provides a unique world for you to explore.
The prolific fish life will surprise and delight you - especially the
giant Grouper!
All of our vessels are high speed catamarans with spacious air
conditioned lounges, large outer viewing decks, a bar serving
refreshments and comfortable seating.
All this sea air makes you hungry! Throughout the day curb your
hunger with morning and afternoon tea and a sumptuous buffet
lunch prepared by our onboard chef.
So if you want to travel in style and experience the wonders of
the Great Barrier Reef at its best, travel with Cruise Whitsundays!
We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Cruise Whitsundays is a proud
partner of Eco Barge Clean Seas,
a local not for profit environmental
organisation that was established
in the Whitsundays region to
protect our precious marine life
and aquatic environment.
To find out how you can help, visit
www.ecobargecleanseas.org.au
DEPARTURES DAILY
DEPARTS RETURNS
PORT OF AIRLIE 8:00am 6:10pm
HAMILTON ISLAND MARINA 9:00am 5:00pm
DAYDREAM ISLAND guests will connect with the Great Barrier Reef vessel at Hamilton
Island via an included vessel transfer. Departure and arrival times are printed on your ticket
or can be seen at cruisewhitsundays.com
PRICES PER PERSON*
ADULTS $240 CHILDREN 4-14 YRS $115
Optional return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach properties to Port of Airlie
day cruise departure point. Adult $10.30, Children $5.15
*SEE THE BACK PAGE FOR GREAT DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
MEALS
Hunger pangs? Not with Cruise Whitsundays! Morning tea, afternoon
tea and a sumptuous buffet lunch are included. Free tea and coffee is
available onboard. There is a bar onboard serving a full range of alcoholic
and soft drinks, as well as ice creams, snacks and confectionery.
FLY/CRUISE OPTIONS
If you want the best of both worlds and enjoy both a cruising and scenic
flight tour of the region, you can book a Fly/Cruise option with Hamilton
Island Air. Fly to the reef and cruise back, or vice versa. Both ways, the
views are stunning! For information, prices and bookings please contact
Hamilton Island Air on (07) 4969 9599.
GREAT BARRIER REEF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT CHARGE (EMC)
Included in your cruise fare is a $6.50 fee per person which Cruise Whitsundays
pays on to the Australian Government. It is used for the management and
protection of the Reef by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
 MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAY AT THE REEF
WITH THESE EXCITING OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
DIVING
DISCOVER SCUBA INTRO DIVE* There is no better place to experience
the magic of your first scuba dive than at the outer Great Barrier Reef. Our
fully certified PADI/SSI instructors will step you through all the training and
escort you on your first amazing adventure. All equipment is provided.
$139 per person 2nd dive $59

CERTIFIED DIVING* Experienced divers can enjoy spectacular dives at

specially selected sites. These sites offer the very best of the region with a
variety of coral formations that are teeming with marine life. All dives are
escorted by our highly experienced crew ensuring an unforgettable outer
reef experience.
$99 per person 2nd dive $59
* Please note age and medical restrictions apply to diving activities.
A medical questionnaire must be completed. Our staff will advise you.

HELI-SCENICS REEF SAFARI GUIDED SNORKELLING

To truly appreciate the size, scope and beauty of the Great Barrier
Reef, a scenic helicopter flight is a must do! Youll be awed by the
stunning beauty of the maze of reefs weaved together to form the
Great Barrier Reef, and iconic Heart Reef is a sight to behold. Splash
out and treat yourself to this adventure, you will not be disappointed.
Bookings can be made once you are at the pontoon.
If you would like a deeper understanding of what you are seeing, take
our guided snorkelling tour. One of our reef experts will take you to
the most stunning coral formations and giant clams, explaining points
of interest as you go.
Adults $55 Children $30

MASSAGE WITH CALM EXPERIENCE SOUVENIR PHOTOS

For the ultimate in peace and tranquility indulge in a soothing
massage while overlooking the incredible Great Barrier Reef pure
bliss. A range of massages are available on the pontoon and also
onboard whilst enroute to and from the reef. Massages start at $25.
There are 10, 20, 30, 45 and 60 minute massages available.
The team of onboard photographers will capture those hard to get
shots perhaps of your first underwater experience, getting up close
and personal with a Grouper or Maori Wrasse. They make great
souvenirs of your day. All shots taken are displayed and available for
purchase on the return trip home.

Optional Activities are always in high demand.

Reef Safaris and Dives can be pre-booked. For all other activities, see our crew enroute to the Reef.
 Lifeguard
Dive Centre
tower

Rest stations
Sun loungers
by day REEFSLEEP
by night

Swimming & snorkelling

Underwater
Fresh water showers Changing rooms
Observatory

Kids paddle pool Semi-submersible

 Sumptuous buffet lunch

Air conditioned
lounges

Giant Grouper viewing

Helicopter scenic flights

Calm Experience massage Amazing marine life

 WHY CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS?
GETTING THERE
The journey to and from the reef is all part of the experience. Youll pass spectacular islands and
at certain times of year you will be able to spot whales and other wildlife.
Enroute to the reef, staff will give you an introduction to all the activities on offer at the pontoon.

REEF PONTOONS
Cruise Whitsundays currently has two pontoons at Reefworld Hardy Reef on the
Great Barrier Reef.
Both reef sites are located alongside coral walls which you will be able to explore either on your
own or on guided snorkel safaris.
Around the Reef pontoons youll see prolific fish life. Dont miss the Grouper window!
The best coral is a short distance away from the pontoon. Marker buoys and ropes clearly indicate
the areas you are free to explore and our staff will be happy to provide directions.

FACILITIES AT THE PONTOONS

Tailor made for the reef sites our innovative pontoons have numerous features and activities.
Lots of space both undercover and on the sundeck.
A spectacular, panoramic underwater observatory just wander on down as often as you like.
Interpretive posters and fish ID photos are on display.
The reef vessel remains accessible throughout the day if you need a bit of air conditioned cooling!
Lunch is served onboard. Seating is available on the vessel and the pontoon.
A huge snorkelling area is defined both for your safety and the protection of the reef. The area is
within view of staff on lifeguard watch.

ACTIVITIES AT THE REEF

Cruise Whitsundays offers you a range of inclusive activities and awesome optional extras.
Explore the reef snorkelling on your own or on a guided safari. Use of all gear including optional
lightweight wetsuits is included. Kids try the spy viewer paddle boards!
Never snorkelled before? Buoyancy aids and instructions are available from our friendly staff.
No need to get wet - see the magnificent corals and fish beneath the surface on our semi-
submersible submarine or the underwater observatory.
Top up the tan on the sun loungers.
Optional activities available at extra cost are all detailed on the left hand page.
Diving is an absolute highlight here at the Reef whether you are a first timer or an experienced
diver. You just have to do it!

OUR EXPERIENCE / OUR STAFF

Cruise Whitsundays has been involved in marine tourism operations in the Whitsundays
for 12 years.
All that experience has been brought to the Whitsundays to make us the regions premier
operator. Cruise Whitsundays has won numerous awards and accolades for the quality of their
operations and service.
We are fussy! All our crew and staff have been especially selected for their personality and skills.
Our rigorous inhouse training ensures you receive great service. Our crew are all committed to
our high standards and making your day out an amazing experience.

OUR CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Advanced Eco Certification is granted to Australias leading and most innovative eco tourism
products, providing an opportunity to learn about the environment with an operator who is
committed to achieving best practice when using resources wisely, contributing to the conservation
of the environment and helping local communities. Cruise Whitsundays is also a major sponsor
of Eco Barge Clean Seas, a local Whitsundays organisation established to clean up marine debris
throughout the islands as well as operating a Turtle Rescue Centre.
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BOOKING CONDITIONS
1. Departure times can be seen at cruisewhitsundays.com or with the
front desk at your accommodation. Changes may occur due to flight
Outer Great Barrier Reef
schedule changes and other factors. Where a Day Cruise is cancelled
we will send notification to the contact details provided at the time of
your booking.
2. Cruise Whitsundays Pty Ltd reserves the right to alter prices, cancel
COR A L departures, apply a fuel surcharge, arrange alternative transport,
HAYMAN
S E A itineraries and services when necessary.
3. On occasions we may go to an alternative reef site and use an
alternative vessel other than Seaflight.
4. In the interest of passenger safety departures, itineraries and activities
HOOK ISLAND are subject to sea and weather conditions. Should the company be
forced to cancel or alter cruises our liability is limited to offering an
alternative or an appropriate refund no greater than the fare paid.
Cruise Whitsundays is not responsible for missed flights due to late
arrival at airline check-in counter.
5. The company shall not be held responsible for any property loss or
damage and/or any claim resulting from personal injury or death
Whitsunday Islands arising whilst travelling with the company, participating in activities,
DAYDREAM National Park on the vessel or pontoon or other company property. This disclaimer
ISLAND applies irrespective of the cause.
6. Where another company or persons operate the service such as diving
and helicopter flights or shore transfers, Cruise Whitsundays is acting
WHITSUNDAY
ISLAND
WHITEHAVEN only as a Sales Agent. Responsibility and liability for the operation lies
AIRLIE BEACH BEACH
with that operator.
7. All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST.
8. Childrens fares: 4 to 14 years inclusive. Infants under 4 years no
charge and no infant meals. Please advise at time of booking when an
LONG HAMILTON infant is travelling.
REEF VESSEL CRUISE ROUTE ISLAND ISLAND
RESORT CONNECTIONS 9. Age and medical restrictions apply to diving activities. A medical
TRANSFER questionnaire must be completed. Due to altitude restrictions certified
divers cannot fly after diving.
10. Cancellation fees - No show and 24 hours or less notice cancellation

WHAT TO BRING fee is 100%. 24 to 48 hours notice 50% of fare. Transfer to another
Cruise Whitsundays cruise no fee.
11. For credit card payments a 1.5% fee applies to Visa and Mastercard
Swimwear and towel Protective clothing, hat and sunscreen lotion
Light jacket / sweater for windy or cool days transactions, and a 2.8% fee applies to Diners and Amex transactions.
Money / credit card for optional purchases Your camera and a sense of fun! 12. Travel subject to our full Terms and Conditions of Carriage. A copy is
held in our offices or can be viewed on www.cruisewhitsundays.com

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