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Activity Code: PSPD100
Overview
Passions of Paradise travels daily to two of the most sought after locations on the Great Barrier Reef; Michaelmas Cay and Paradise Reef. Our sleek, modern, 25 metre maxi-sailing catamaran will ensure you travel in style and comfort without the large crowds. Having recently won our fourth consecutive Queensland Tourism Award (Adventure), you can be sure we are dedicated to providing a truly unique and personalised reef experience.
Michaelmas Cay is an unspoilt paradise recognised internationally as one of the most important bird nesting sanctuaries on the Great Barrier Reef. The cay combines brilliant white sand, warm shallow water, and has an abundance of coral and marine life. The cay also provides excellent protection no matter what the weather and our rare permit allows beach access which is perfect for first time snorkelers.
Pristine Paradise Reef is our very own exclusive destination. This means there are no crowds from other boats. Located on the famed, Outer Great Barrier Reef, this hard coral reef system boasts excellent water clarity, is host to many exciting fish species and the coral is in magnificent condition. Many species of marine life are unique to this area allowing passengers to witness unequalled diversity all in one day!
The day includes, morning and afternoon tea, a chef prepared tropical hot and cold smorgasbord lunch (including prawns), all snorkeling equipment and a guided snorkel tour. Optional activities include introductory and certified diving and a fully guided glass bottom boat tour.
As an Advanced Eco-Certified product passengers are ensured best practice in everything we do. Our talented staff are dedicated to providing a fun and personalized experienced and our premium reef locations mean passengers get a great reef experience. In 2007/08 Passions of Paradise won the SSI Best Australian Diving Company.
Location
Cairns (Cairns and Tropical North Queensland - Queensland)
This activity departs from the Reef Fleet Terminal Cairns and visits Michaelmas Cay and Paradise Reef returning to the Reef Fleet Terminal Cairns
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Numbers
Our purpose built vessel carries small groups of 80 passengers (max) in style and comfort. Introductory divers dive in groups no larger than 4 divers with one instructor. Certified divers are buddied up with another diver or if they choose can do a guided dive, groups are never greater than 5
Session Time
Trip departs daily from the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns. Check in at 07:30am for an 8.00am departure. The trip returns at approx 5.00pm.
Guidelines & Restrictions
This product is suitable for all ages. For people who are water active, there is plenty to do. For those who don't wish to go in the water, there is a glass bottom boat tour and you can relax on a stunning coral sand island. Scuba diving requires the completion of an onboard medical questionnaire.
Booking Insurance
It is recommended that you consider GoDo Booking Insurance. This is insurance cover for losses incurred if the activity is cancelled (under certain circumstances) by you or the activity supplier. Click here for further details.
Please note: GoDo and/or the activity supplier cannot provide a REFUND for cancellations, no matter the reasons. However, should you obtain Cancellation Cover, you maybe be able to make a claim directly to Mondial Assistance, our Booking Insurance provider.
Contact Us
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