Great Barrier Reef Adventures BACKPACKER SPECIAL

Location(s):

Airlie Beach, Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays.

Description:

Highlights:

-Visit the region's most acclaimed Great Barrier Reef site Knuckle Reef Lagoon
-Queensland's most innovative & spacious reef pontoon
-Unique giant waterslide
-Spectacular panoramic underwater viewing chamber
-Subsea Adventure and Glass Bottom Boat rides
-Unbelievable snorkelling with all gear provided
-Free wetsuit usage
-Presentations by Marine Biologists
-Sundecks for topping up your tan
-All you can eat buffet lunch
-Morning and afternoon tea
-Massage / helicopter scenic flights (extra cost).



The Great Barrier Reef is one of the great wonders of the natural world; it's a 'must-see' for any visitor to the region.

It’s a Whitsunday must-do: an exciting trip to Knuckle Reef for a full day exploring an amazing reef pontoon! Cruise out to Knuckle Reef onboard ‘Seaflight’, a 37m, wave -piercer fitted with motion stabilizers, spacious air-conditioned lounges, a bar and external viewing decks.

Here, you will spend time on Queensland's most innovative reef pontoon – enjoy the underwater viewing chamber and the only giant waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef! Explore the underwater wonderland and be blown away by the colourful corals and abundance of marine life with unbelievable snorkelling, diving, semi-sub or glass bottom boat rides. On the pontoon there is also undercover seating and tables, sun decks for topping up the tan, changing rooms and access to the air-conditioned comfort of ‘Seaflight’.

A full range of activities is offered at extra cost, with snorkeling, intro and certified diving, massage, helicopter scenic flights and photos from the on-board photographer.

Well protected and boasting its own ecosystem, Knuckle Reef has a high concentration and great diversity of live coral. Scientific surveys report over 150 types of coral and over 200 different types of fish in the immediate area of the pontoon! Awarded with an Advanced Eco Certification, Cruise Whitsundays has a very strong dedication to ensure their staff and guests respect the reef and surrounding environment.

Meals: Morning tea, afternoon tea and a sumptuous buffet lunch is included. There are two bars on board serving a full range of alcoholic and soft drinks (at own expense). Complimentary tea and coffee is available.

Operator Name:

Awesome Adventures Oz

Operator Description:

Awesome Adventures Oz offer a fantastic range of affordable packages based in the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Packages range from 3 days / 2 nights to 6 days / 5 nights and include transfers, Airlie Beach and/or island accommodation and some of the 'must do' activities in the region including the Great Barrier Reef Adventures and Camira Day Sailing Adventure visiting famous Whitehaven Beach.

Additional Info:

Backpacker special available only on presentation of a valid student, Peterpans, YHA, ISIC, VIP, NOMADS or, BASE card.