THE GREAT 8 OF THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
We've all heard about it, read about it, and yearned to dive it - it's the single largest reef system on Earth - the Great Barrier Reef - and there's never been a better time to head "down under". With over 134,000-square miles of reef stretching over 1,400 miles along the coast of Queensland, Australia, it's no wonder that these waters hold such an amazing diversity of marine life. With all of this incredible diversity, there are, however, a number of species that never fail to capture the imagination of divers. We call these "The Great Eight of the Great Barrier Reef."
There are several options for experiencing diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
- Day trips from Cairns on fast, luxurious dive yachts can get you out to some great sites and back to lively Cairns in plenty of time to explore the downtown shops and restaurants.
- Resorts located on islands out on the Great Barrier Reef provide an exclusive "private island' experience within close proximity to more remote dive sites.
- Liveaboard dive yachts offer 3, 4, and 7 night charters with up to 4 dives per day visiting the most remote sites.
A trip to the Great Barrier Reef is just the beginning. Queenland, Australia offers great adventure activities and excursions with impeccable "Aussie" style. Outback experiences, Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda Village, aboriginal cultural performances, wildlife parks, river cruises and much, much more are available to make the most out of your trips "down under".
Great Options in Pursuit of "The Great Eight"
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Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef, and Undara Outback Experience
$1,378* pp/dbl- 6 nights at the Coral Tree Inn
- 3 day trips (2-tank) to the Great Barrier Reef with Tusa Dive
- Breakfast daily
- Lunch on dive days
- Overnight outback excursion to Undara
- All meals at Undara
- Transfers between Cairns and Undara
- Valid 10/1/11-3/31/12
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Great Barrier Reef Island Escape, Cairns and Kuranda
$1,670* pp/dbl- 5 nights at Heron Island Resort
- 10 boat dives
- All meals at Heron Island
- Roundtrip boat transfers from Gladstone
- 3 nights at the Pacific International Resort in Cairns
- A full day Kuranda tour including lunch, Koala and Wildlife Park, Skyrail and Army Duck Tour
- Valid 4/17/12-12/13/12 & 1/15/13-3/26/13
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Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef, and Kuranda Rainforest
$2,190* pp/dbl- 3 nights aboard the Spoilsport*
- Free Nitrox Course or Fills (restrictions apply)
- Meals aboard the Spoilsport
- Scenic coastal flight from Cairns to Lizard Island
- 4 nights at the Pacific International Resort
- Full day Kuranda tour
- Transfers between hotel and liveaboard
- Valid through 3/31/12
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Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef, and Daintree/Cape Tribulation
$2,375* pp/dbl- 3 nights aboard the Spirit of Freedom*
- Meals aboard the Spirit of Freedom
- Scenic coastal flight from Lizard Island to Cairns
- 4 nights at the Pacific International Resort
- Full day Daintree and Cape Tribulation tour
- Transfers between hotel and liveaboard
- Free rental gear for charters in March 2012 and April 2012
- Valid through 6/30/12
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Great Barrier Reef Island Indulgence and Outback Adventure
$4,579* pp/dbl- 5 nights at luxurious Lizard Island Resort
- 3 dives on the Great Barrier Reef
- All meals at Lizard Island including champagne and wine
- Scenic flights between Cairns and Lizard Island
- 3 nights at the Pacific International Resort in Cairns
- Overnight outback excursion to Undara
- Valid 4/1-7/31/12, Book by 3/31/12
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START PLANNING YOUR GREAT EIGHT ADVENTURE TODAY!
800-329-9989
Call Mon-Fri 9am-6pm EST
Contact one of our dive travel specialists at the number above or email us for reservations or more information on Great Barrier Reef vacation packages.
All Packages Include:
- Double accommodations
- Meals as specified
- Diving as specified
- Hotel taxes and service charges
Great 8 Marine Life:
- Whales
- Sea Turtles
- Sharks
- Clownfish
- Giant Clams
- Rays
- Cod and Grouper
- Maori Wrasse
Great Barrier Reef
Diving Highlights:
- Cod Hole
- Steve's Bommie
- Pixie Pinnacle
- Lighthouse Bommie
- Clam Beds
- Challenger Bay
*USD prices subject to currency fluctuation
TERMS & RESTRICTIONS:
Prices do not include airfare or airline baggage fees and are land/sea only. Packages are subject to standard terms and conditions. Validity dates and inclusions vary by property. Prices may require travel on certain days. Blackout dates, holiday surcharges and other restrictions may apply. (CSOT #2063948-40 & Fla. Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST36173)