Coral Expeditions / Southern Barrier Reef

Day 1 Cairns and Thetford Reef You leave Cairns at around 11:00 and begin the voyage with a delicious lunch on board. The first stop is planned at Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Spend the afternoon snorkelling on this magnificent coral reef. A marine biologist is on hand to answer all your questions about the underwater world.

Day 2 Hinchinbrook Channel and Great Barrier Reef Island The voyage continues through the Hinchinbrook Channel, where you can observe the mangrove forests. With a little luck you may spot crocodiles, dolphins, turtles or dugongs. After a barbecue on the beach, you spend the afternoon on Pelorus Island. Explore the island’s rainforest or the reef, which you can reach straight from the beach.

Day 3 Dunk Island and Nathan Reef The morning is all about Dunk Island and its fascinating rainforest. Birdwatchers are in their element, as around 100 different species live on the island. In the afternoon you have the chance to explore Nathan Reef, home to the most colourful corals on the Great Barrier Reef. Guided snorkelling excursions are also on offer.

Day 4 Fitzroy Island - Cairns Before setting off back to Cairns, you have the chance to discover Fitzroy Island on a short walk. Its beautiful white sandy beaches are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. After lunch you depart for Cairns, where arrival is scheduled for around 13:30.