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Mission Beach Charters
Mission Beach,
Cassowary Coast Area
Indicative Rate* $58.00 to $950.00 Tour Only
Description
Experience tropical paradise with a tour tailored to suit your individual needs, aboard a custom built six metre all weather Stabicraft ""Brahminy"".
Locally owned and operated, their eco-friendly operation, showcases the pristine Marine and Family Island National Parks in the coastal waters off Mission Beach.
... moreWhether you'd like a romantic picnic on a deserted island, a snorkelling safari through the marine park, a scenic cruise up the local rivers wetting a fishing line, or a half or full day charter combining any of these activities - the choice is yours!
Camping is permitted on several of the National Park islands, and we are an official booking agent for National Parks and can provide you with any permits and tags required by law. They have a range of camping and snorkelling equipment for hire, and can put together a camping package, (with or without transfers), to suit most budgets.
Why not treat yourself and a special someone to lunch in idyllic surrounds! They can provide a gourmet picnic made from locally sourced produce that can cater to any dietary requirement.
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Facilities
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Activities
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Cruising
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Fishing
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Walking
Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome. Children's life jackets, snorkelling equipment and stinger suits are provided.
How To Get There
Pick up from beach locations is weather dependant, Clump Point Boat Ramp is our northern departure point in inclement conditions which is located at North Mission Beach, turn right at the "Eco Village Accommodation" and follow the road down to the ramp and pontoon. Their southern departure point is South Mission Hull River Boat Ramp, located at the end of Jackey Jackey Street, at South Mission.
They don't run to a timetable, the services are all based around you, so if you'd like a no rush, no fuss voyage - give them a call today!
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Please note, rates for Island Camping Drop-off, and Island Picnic Drop-off tours vary. Please contact operator for specific details.
Rates stated are for the charter. Individual costs depend on how many take the tour.
Snorkelling Safari
Visit several fringing reef locations around the Family or Barnard Islands or inner Great Barrier Reef locations to view coral gardens and see a variety of marine life. Completely tailored choice of either: half day charter of up to five hours or a full day charter of up to eight and a half hours. Departs upon demand on any day, locations for beach pickup by vessel are weather dependent. If beach embarkation is not viable due to weather, departure will be from a choice of two boat ramp/pontoon locations at either end of Mission Beach. Clients, keeping in mind the length of the tour and any weather or tide restrictions, can tailor departure times to suit individual needs.
Tour Information
Pickup available by vessel if weather permits. Please contact operator for details.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $92.00 | $950.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children's life jackets, snorkelling gear and stinger suits provided upon request
Scenic Island Cruise
Cruise through the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park around the Family Islands and/or Barnard Islands with their knowledgeable skipper. Learn about local flora, fauna and both geological and human history while spotting some of the vast array of birds and animals that reside in the area.
Stop to explore the islands and stretch your legs, jump in the water for a swim or a snorkel or to simply enjoy a bite to eat.
Completely tailored choice of either: a minimum three hours charter; or half day charter of up to five hours; or full day charter of up to eight and a half hours.
Clients can discuss what they'd like to see and do with their skipper.
Tour Information
By vessel off the beach if weather is viable. Contact operator for details.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $58.00 | $950.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children's life jackets, snorkelling equipment and stinger suits provided on request
River System and Mangrove Cruise
Take a tour down one of the local rivers with our knowledgeable skipper. Learn about the mangrove systems and other local flora and fauna while spotting some of the vast array of birds and animals that reside in the estuarine environment. Spot a crocodile, catch a crab and pump for yabbies!
Wet a fishing line if you desire and see if you can catch yourself a meal! (Half day charter only). Completely tailored it is your choice of either: a minimum three hour charter; or half day charter of up to five hours.
Clients can discuss what they'd like to see and do with their skipper, and then a tour route can be decided upon. There is a basic choice of three river systems in the area - Hull River, Maria Creek and Muff Creek.
Tour Information
Departs upon demand on any day, locations for beach pickup by vessel are weather dependent. Contact the operator for further details.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $58.00 | $550.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children's life jackets supplied upon request
Island Picnic Drop-off
Why not treat yourself and a special someone to a romantic picnic on a deserted island? Choose from several island or beach locations, and let Mission Beach Charters take care of the catering. Sit back and enjoy a sumptuous meal in idyllic surrounds, while contemplating a swim or snorkel.
There are several picnic options to choose from, and they can cater to any dietary requirements you may have.
Every picnic includes a picnic rug, shade shelter, crockery, cutlery, table linen, juice and water and, wherever possible, picnic ingredients are sourced locally or Australian grown.
If you'd prefer to cater for yourself, they can supply the transfers out to your island destination instead.
Spend a whole day relaxing in the sun, or just a few hours.
Tour Information
Departs upon demand on any day, locations for beach pickup by vessel are weather dependent. Contact the operator for further details.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $65.00 | $99.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children' lifejackets, snorkelling gear and stinger suits are available upon request
Island Camping Drop-off
Would you like to go camping on a tropical island? They can take you there so you can get up close and personal to a beautiful piece of paradise for a fraction of the cost of resort accommodation. Whether you have no camping equipment at all, or you just need a few extra things, they have a range of camping equipment for hire on a daily basis. They can offer package and group discounts and multi day hire rates that suit most budgets.
Mission Beach Charters are also an over-the-counter booking agent for Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, (now part of Department of Environment and Resource Management), so they can provide you with your official permits and tags, required by law, for any National Park in Queensland.
Camping is permitted on Dunk, Wheeler, and Coombe Islands, (Family Islands Group) and Stephens and Kent Island, (Barnard Islands Group).
Contact the operator directly to discuss how they can make your camping experience a memorable one.
Tour Information
By vessel off the beach if weather is viable.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $150.00 | $350.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children's life jackets, snorkelling gear and stinger suits can be provided upon request
Fishing Charter
If you feel like wetting a line, they can take you to a variety of locations to try your luck. It simply depends on which fish species you are targeting and how much time you have. The local river systems are good for flathead, mangrove jack, grunter, barramundi and whiting to name a few, or if you prefer, you can target coral reef fin fish like coral trout, red emperor, nannygai and sweetlip around the islands and at the reef. The choice is yours! Winter time is
great for mackeral and our skipper knows where to find them. Bait, tackle, rod and reels are supplied (but bring your own gear if you prefer), plus an esky with ice to keep your catch fresh!
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Clump Point BOAT RAMP, Mission Beach
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $138.00 | $950.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Other Information
Children: Children's Life Jackets provided upon request
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.