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Coral Princess Cruises
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Indicative Rate* $1546.00 to $4151.00 Tour - All Inclusive (Single)
Description
Let multi award-winning Coral Princess Cruises introduce you to Australia's most famous natural wonder - the Great Barrier Reef. With 28 years experience and an unrivalled reputation for cruising excellence, their exclusive itineraries introduce the very best of the Great Barrier Reef and tropical islands in total comfort and unmatched style.
They aim to show you the hidden jewels of the Great Barrier Reef - the reef, ancient rainforest and secluded tropical islands most visitors never see. Exclusive reef moorings mean you won't be surrounded by hundreds of other reef visitors, and their small ships accommodate a maximum of 50 guests, ensuring an intimate and personalised experience.
The beauty of a Coral Princess Cruise is that you can be as adventurous - or as relaxed - as you please. Explore remote coral cays, deserted but for a myriad of colourful tropical fish, peaceful tropical islands and primordial rainforests well beyond the reach of most visitors, or simply relax on the sun deck, in the open-bridge or spa as they cruise serenely through some of the most awe-inspiring scenery Australia has to offer. The choice is yours!
Property Details
Facilities
- Checkin Desk
- Guide
- Waiting Area
Activities
- Cruising
- Lessons/Tutorials
- Scuba-Diving
- Snorkelling
- Swimming
Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome. Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made within 30 days of departure will incur the following fees: from 14 to 30 days forfeit 20 per cent of relevant fare, from seven to 13 days forfeit 50 per cent of relevant fare, from no-show to six days forfeit 100 per cent of relevant fare.
Departure Point
Departs Townsville from the Breakwater Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive. Departs Cairns from Trinity Wharf.
Entity Restrictions
Cruises include: All meals, morning and afternoon teas; tea and coffee at all times; use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins; guided glass bottom boat tours; presentations by Marine Biologist; access to islands, marine and national parks; use of resource library; introductory SCUBA skills session for first time
divers.
Cruises do not include: Pre and post cruise transfers; shore excursions and entrance fees in Cooktown; bar and shop purchases; phone and fax calls; costs associated with SCUBA diving; Government Environmental Management Charge.
General Comments
Coral Princess Cruises is a multi-award winning company. In 2008 they won the Tropical North Queensland Tourism Award for Major Tour and Transport Operator. In 1992 they were recognised as the Queensland Small Business of the Year, and were recipients of Australian Tourism and Queensland
Tourism Awards for Tourist Transportation.
Their informative crew is always on hand to provide assistance and information about the fascinating Reef life and habitats. Aboard their glass bottom boat, the reef is your oyster as their Marine Biologist explains the many wonders clearly revealed under the boat. Or, snorkel your way amongst giant clams, colourful corals and multi-hued fish in clear tropical waters. Their experienced Dive Instructor can take you for an exhilarating introductory scuba dive, revealing even more of this breathtaking World Heritage-listed wonderland.
Hotel Pick-up
Pre and post cruise transfers are not included. Please contact the operator for a quote.
Tariff Text
These rates are applicable to Cabin Room accommodation only. Stateroom, Deluxe Stateroom and Upper Deck Stateroom rates are also available. Charter and group costs are available on application. Please contact the operator for further information.
Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is additional and payable on board the vessel.
Children under three years stay free of charge; please contact operator for rates for children over three years.
No Single Supplement on Great Barrier Reef - cruise only - The offer is open for new bookings by genuine singe travellers for all departures in 2011/2012 and until further notice. Guests travelling together who elect to travel in single rooms will be required to pay a 25 per cent surcharge. Enquire for further details.
Please note that due to weather, tides or mechanical reasons the itinerary may be subject to change without notice. With the uncertainty of fuel prices, Coral Princess Cruises reserves the right to amend rates at their discretion in the event of an increase in fuel costs.
3 Night Townsville to Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day One - Board Coral Princess Cruise at 12.00 p.m. departing Townsville.
Day Two - Awaken to your own tropical island, Pelorus. Enjoy a delicious beach barbecue breakfast and explore on a guided nature walk. Pelorus' fringing reef offers fantastic snorkelling. The crew includes a marine biologist and dive instructor. Cruise north through the Hinchinbrook Channel. Spend the afternoon relaxing at Dunk Island Resort.
Day Three - Enjoy ample time to discover Nathan Reef. There are 400 different species of coral in this Heritage Listed wonderland.
Day Four - Snorkel over Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Take a glass bottom boat tour and feed the fish. See some of the 1500 tropical fish species. Cruise through Trinity Bay and arrive in tropical Cairns at 1.30 p.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Boarding is at 1200 for a 1300 departure. Departs Tuesdays.
Tour Departs From
- Breakwater Terminal
Tour Travels To
- Pelorus Island
- Dunk Island
- Cairns
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $1546.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
Cairns to Townsville Three Night Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day One: 10.30 a.m. Board your Coral Princess vessel for an 11.00 a.m. departure. Visit Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Enjoy a glass bottom boat tour and fish feeding.
Day Two: Visit Nathan or Coates Reef. Snorkel, scuba dive and view onboard display tank. Spend the afternoon on Dunk Island discovering the island's unique fauna and flora.
Day Three: Cruise the Family Group of islands, Hinchinbrook Channel and visit the exclusive Pelorus Island, where you will have a barbecue lunch. Take a guided nature walk or explore Pelorus' fringing reef for fantastic snorkelling. This evening relax and cruise through the Palm Islands.
Day Four: Cross Halifax Bay, passing close to Magnetic Island. Arrive in Townsville at 10.00 a.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Departs on Saturdays.
Tour Departs From
- Trinity Wharf
Tour Travels To
- Dunk Island Resort
- Pelorus Island
- Townsville
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $1546.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Sat Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
3 Night Townsville to Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise (Including One Way Flight from Cairns)
Day One - Join your included flight from Cairns to Townsville before transferring by own arrangements to the Breakwater Terminal. Board Coral Princess Cruise at 12.00 p.m. Depart Townsville.
Day Two - Awaken to your own tropical island, Pelorus. Enjoy a delicious beach barbecue breakfast and explore on a guided nature walk. Pelorus' fringing reef offers fantastic snorkelling. The crew includes a marine biologist and dive instructor. Cruise north through the Hinchinbrook Channel. Spend the afternoon relaxing at Dunk Island Resort.
Day Three - Enjoy ample time to discover Nathan Reef.
Day Four - Snorkel over Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Take a glass bottom boat tour and feed the fish. Cruise through Trinity Bay and arrive in tropical Cairns at 1.30 p.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Tour Departs From
- Cairns Airport
Tour Travels To
- Townsville Breakwater Terminal
- Pelorus Island
- Dunk Island Resort
- Trinity Wharf
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers. Please note the availability of the Townsville to Cairns - Three Night Tour that departs on Tuesdays.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $1726.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Sat Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
4 Nights Cairns - Lizard Island - Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day One: Board at 4.00 p.m. for a 5.00 p.m. departure from Cairns. Settle in and discover your ""home"" for the next four nights and enjoy a glass of champagne on the top deck and watch the sun set.
Day Two: Discover historical Cooktown at your own pace. Perhaps visit the museum, featuring artefacts from Captain Cook's Endeavour. In the afternoon, visit a remote uninhabited island. Join the Marine Biologist on a glass bottom boat or guided snorkelling tour.
Day Three: Lizard Island. Walk to Cook's Look, the peak on the island. Relax, or take a scuba dive or snorkel. Visit Ribbon Reef Number Nine in the afternoon.
Day Four: Explore Ribbon Reef Number Three and Rachel Carson Reef.
Day Five: Arrive Trinity Wharf at 8.00 a.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cairns Trinity Wharf
Tour Travels To
- Cooktown
- Lizard Island
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $1946.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues,Fri Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children are welcome.
Cairns to Townsville 3 Night Great Barrier Reef Cruise (Including One Way Flight from Townsville)
Day One: 10.30 a.m. Board your Coral Princess vessel for an 11.00 a.m. departure. Visit Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Enjoy a glass bottom boat tour and fish feeding.
Day Two: Visit Nathan or Coates Reef. Snorkel, scuba dive and view onboard display tank. Spend the afternoon on Dunk Island discovering the island's unique fauna and flora.
Day Three: Cruise the Family Group of islands, Hinchinbrook Channel and visit the exclusive Pelorus Island, where you will have a barbecue lunch. Take a guided nature walk or explore Pelorus' fringing reef for fantastic snorkelling. This evening relax and cruise through the Palm Islands.
Day Four: Cross Halifax Bay, passing close to Magnetic Island. Arrive in Townsville at 10.00 a.m to join your return flight to Cairns.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Tour Departs From
- Trinity Wharf
Tour Travels To
- Dunk Island Resort
- Pelorus Island
- Townsville
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $1726.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues,Sat Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
Townsville to Cairns 7 Night Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day One: Board at Breakwater Terminal in Townsville at 12.00pm.
Day Two: Visit Pelorus Island for breakfast and guided nature walks. Snorkel the shallow fringing reef. Cruise north through the Hinchinbrook Channel. Relax on Dunk Island.
Day Three: Explore Nathan Reef. Snorkel, scuba with a dive instructor or take a glass bottom boat tour.
Day Four: Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Enjoy the afternoon in tropical Cairns before departing again at 5.00 p.m.
Day Five: Discover historical Cooktown. Spend the afternoon on the Great Barrier Reef.
Day Six: Lizard Island. Take a walk to Cook's Look, the highest peak. In the afternoon snorkel Ribbon Reef Number Nine.
Day Seven: Explore Ribbon Reef Number Three and Rachel Carson Reef.
Day Eight: Arrive in Cairns at 8.00 a.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Tour Departs From
- Breakwater Terminal
Tour Travels To
- Pelorus Island
- Dunk Island
- Cairns
- Cooktown
- Lizard Island
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers. Please note this tour departs alternate Tuesdays March to October only. This cruise is also available from Cairns - Lizard Island - Cairns - Townsville.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $2968.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
Cairns to Townsville 7 Night Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day 1: Depart Cairns 5.00 p.m.
Day 2: Morning Cooktown visit. Afternoon, join the marine biologist for a glass bottom boat tour and snorkelling.
Day 3: Lizard Island. Join a guided walk. Enjoy snorkelling or relax on the beach. This afternoon visit Ribbon Reef Number Nine.
Day 4: Ribbon Reef. Explore the coral gardens and marine life with guided snorkelling and glass bottom boat tours.
Day 5: Morning enjoy Cairns. Afternoon visit Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay.
Day 6: Coates or Nathan Reef. Join the Marine Biologist for a glass bottom boat tour or the Dive Instructor for a scuba dive. Visit Dunk Island with time to relax.
Day 7: Cruise the Hinchinbrook Channel. Visit Coral Princess Cruises exclusive tropical island, Pelorus.
Day 8: Arrive Townsville 10.00 a.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Tour Departs From
- Cairns
Tour Travels To
- Cairns
- Cooktown
- Lizard Island
- Townsville
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers. Please note this tour departs alternate Tuesdays March to October only. This cruise is also available from Cairns - Lizard Island - Cairns - Townsville.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $2968.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
Cairns to Townsville 7 Night Great Barrier Reef Cruise (Includes Flight from Cairns to Townsville Prior to Cruise)
Day One: Join your included flight from Cairns to Townsville before transferring to Breakwater Terminal by own arrangements. Board at Breakwater Terminal in Townsville at 12.00p.m.
Day Two: Visit exclusive Pelorus Island enjoy a guided nature walk and snorkelling. Cruise through the Hinchinbrook Channel. Relax on Dunk Island.
Day Three: Explore Nathan Reef. Snorkel, scuba with a dive instructor or take a glass bottom boat tour.
Day Four: Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Afternoon in Cairns departing at 5.00 p.m.
Day Five: Historical Cooktown. Spend the afternoon on the Great Barrier Reef.
Day Six: Lizard Island. Take a walk to Cook's Look. In the afternoon snorkel the Ribbon Reefs.
Day Seven: Ribbon Reef Number Three and Rachel Carson Reef. Learn about the reef.
Day Eight: Arrive in Cairns at 8.00 a.m.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 May
Tour Departs From
- Cairns
Tour Travels To
- Cairns
- Cooktown
- Lizard Island
- Townsville
Rates - All Year 2011/2012 *
Valid: 01 Apr - 31 MarThis tour includes accommodation in a cabin or stateroom, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, tea and coffee 24 hours per day, use of snorkelling equipment, masks and fins, guided glass bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by marine biologists, access to islands, marine and national parks, use of comprehensive range of library and video resources and an introductory scuba experience for first time divers. Please note this tour departs alternate Tuesdays March to October only. This cruise is also available from Cairns - Lizard Island - Cairns - Townsville.
| Rate Type | Cost | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $3148.00 | Tour - All Inclusive (Single) Valid on: Tues Cabin - Twin Share. |
Other Information
Children: Children up to three years of age travel free of charge.
3 Nights Cairns - Pelorus Island - Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day 1: Cairns and Thetford Reef
After a delicious lunch we arrive at our exclusive Great Barrier Reef mooring at Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Join the Marine Biologist aboard the glass bottom boat for your first encounter with the reef. In the evening, join your crew and travelling companions in the top deck lounge.
Day 2: Hinchinbrook Channel and Pelorus Island Beach Barbecue
Awaken this morning as we cruise the Hinchinbrook Channel. Next, enjoy the afternoon discovering Coral Princes Cruises' very own tropical paradise, Pelorus Island. We invite you for a gourmet beach barbecue before exploring the island's natural rainforest of snorkel on the fringing reef, just metres off the beach.
Day 3: Dunk Island and Nathan Reef
Join their guides on their rainforest work on Dunk Island. Following lunch discover Nathan Reef at your own pace.
Day 4: Fitzroy Island and Cairns
Travel ashore to Fitzroy Island, enjoy a wonderful bush walk and idyllic white sandy beaches. Following lunch we arrive into Cairns at 1.30pm.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 02 Jun - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cairns Trinity Wharf
Rates*
| $1546.00 | $2096.00 | Adult Tour and Accommodation (Single) |
7 Nights Cairns to Cairns Southern
Day 1: Cairns and Thetford Reef
10:30am: Board your Coral Princess Cruises small ship for an 11:00am departure from Cairns.
Day 2: Hinchinbrook Channel and Pelorus Island Beach Barbecue
Day 3: Dunk Island and Nathan Reef
Day 4: Fitzroy Island
Day 5: Historic Cooktown and the Reef
Day 6: Lizard Island
Day 7: Ribbon Reefs
Day 8: Cairns
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 02 Jun - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Trinity Wharf
Rates*
| $2968.00 | $3971.00 | Adult Tour and Accommodation (Single) |
7 Nights Cairns to Cairns Northern
Day 1: Cairns
4:00pm: Board your Coral Princess Cruises small ship for a 5:00pm departure from Cairns
Day 2: Historic Cooktown and the Reef
Day 3: Lizard Island
Day 4: Ribbon Reefs
Day 5: Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay
Day 6: Hinchinbrook Channel and Pelorus Island Beach Barbecue
Day 7: Dunk Island and Nathan Reef
Day 8: Fitzroy Island and Cairns
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 02 Jun - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Trinity Wharf
Rates*
| $2968.00 | $3971.00 | Adult Tour and Accommodation (Single) |
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum costs only. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.