Tours
Dreamtime Snorkel Reef Cruise
Saturday 7 December 2024
9am - 5pm
Boarding commences at 8:15am - closing at 8:45am for 9am departure
Departing from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
1 Spence Street, Cairns
$290 per person
Details
Join the only Indigenous reef tour on the Great Barrier Reef, visiting two spectacular outer reef sites. At the reef, explore the underwater world with included snorkelling experiences. While on board, step back into the Great Barrier Reef’s Dreamtime with Indigenous guides. See demonstrations, Indigenous welcome and acknowledgements from Traditional Owner groups of the four Sea Countries which we visit.
Full day outer reef tour with snorkelling gear, breakfast, Indigenous welcome and buffet lunch. Guided snorkel tour included.
Gain a deeper understanding of First Nations culture as your private guide expands on all presentations delivered on board Dreamtime, while also hearing about exclusive topics such as right of passage and language/dialect. The first of its kind Dreamtime is a culturally immersive experience, with a focus on sharing the passion and stories of First Nation Peoples in relation to the land and sea country we explore.
Inclusions:
- Indigenous welcome
- Great Barrier Reef presentation with Marine Biologists
- Visit two premium outer reef sites
- 5 full hours on the outer reef
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Freshly prepared buffet lunch
- Guided snorkel tours with cultural guide
- Snorkelling equipment including wetsuits & lycra suits
- Private marine biologist/cultural guide
- Private presentations about music, spears/hunting, fire, language and Q&A time with First Nations Cultural guides
- Immersive First Nations Culture engagement
- Engaging talk about the creation of the Great Barrier Reef from a cultural and marine science perspective
What to bring:
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Sun protection (SPF 30+ water resistant)
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Cash or credit card (Visa, MasterCard) for any onboard purchases
Hands On Country Eco Tour
Saturday 7 December 2024
9am - 12pm
Meet at 8:45am for 9am departure
Departing from Mooz Gelati and Juice Bar
5/2 Pier Point Rd, Cairns
$150 per person
Details
Travel in a small group fully hosted by Traditional Owners from the Mandingalbay clan of the Yidinji Nation discovering a stunning wetland environment just 10 minutes cruise across the Cairns Harbour from the city centre. Cruise up Hills Creek lined with mangrove forests and at low tide when the muddy banks are exposed, you might see our famous salt water crocodiles who call this river home. This tour gives you exclusive access to an Indigenous Protected Reserve, an environment full of fish, birdlife and stories.
Once on the other side a short bus ride takes you to a working Indigenous Ranger base from where the Mayi Bugan Rainforest Trail begins. Join your Indigenous Guides to discover native foods and bush medicines, as well as ancient Aboriginal traditions, customs, and artefacts. Enjoy light refreshments surrounded by the sounds of nature before returning to the Cairns Harbour.
Inclusions:
- Guided river cruise across the stunning waters of the Cairns Harbour.
- Exclusive access to an Indigenous Protected Reserve
- Mandingalbay Yidinji traditional welcome either through smoke or marking the face with traditional paint.
- Bus tour through the mangroves, wetlands, and market gardens
- Guided Mayi Bugan Rainforest Trail. Discover bush foods, tools, and medicine as well as sites of cultural significance.
- Morning Tea with local fruits
- Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Marlin Marina
What to bring:
- Bottle of water (no plastics please), hat, sunscreen, personal insect repellent, closed in shoes good for enough for a short bush walk, poncho or light waterproofs if raining, camera and any prescribed medications
