Secret Islands & Dunk Island Full Day Tour & Cruise | Small Group | Cairns Day Return
Duration:
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- A full day visit to Dunk Island and experience a cruise to around some of the remote tropical local islands
- With moderate fitness or better enjoy the wonderful trek to Mount Kootaloo – a wonderful lookout platform awaits overlooking all the islands to the south of the island.
- For those less active then easy beach walks or just lazing around is another wonderful option
- A special Dunk Island Spit Restaurant menu is available for QuickCoast visitors and along with a standard beverage is included in our price.
- Enjoy a Secret islands Tour with a maximum of 25 people for 1.5 hours Our low numbers make us an ideal option for groups and exclusive charters are a very real option
- You can also see Dunk Island Adventures as a transfer option to accommodation at Mission Beach while enjoying our tour, thereby offering Mission Beach as more than just a self-drive destination. For this book our Enjoy Mission Beach Multi-Day Pass for the same price.
FARES: Adult: 15+ years | Child: 3-14 years | Infant: 0-2 years
Cairns – Example Itinerary – subject to change:
6.00am | Cairns Hotel pick-ups – Selected hotels on Lake & Abbott Streets
6.30am | Myroo Coach-X departs Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Bus Stop No.2, 1 Spence Street, Cairns.
8.30am | Clump Point Marine Facility – Priority Boarding with morning tea of Muffins, Tropical Fruits and beverage of choice tea/coffee/juice.
9.00am | QuickCoast departs Clump Point Marina Facility
9.30am | QuickCoast arrives Dunk Island for day visitors to disembark.
11.00am | Lunch is open. With QuickCoast, included is a special lunch menu at the Dunk Island Spit Cafe including a standard beverage of choice.*
2.45pm | We slip away on a 1.5-hour Secret Islands Cruise and discover some of the hidden gems scattered among the 30 tropical isles surrounding Dunk Island. Crystal-clear waters, rainforest-cloaked shores and untouched beaches await—this is your front-row seat to paradise in the heart of the Inner Great Barrier Reef. Complimentary champagne or standard drink of choice. Cheese and crackers are also included as nibbles whilst cruising.
4.30pm | QuickCoast departs Dunk Island
5.00pm | QuickCoast arrives at Clump Point Marine Facility with transfers to Mission Beach for optional pre-booked Absolute Beachfront Sunset Dinner Experience (Charlies, Plenty, Castaways-Club Wyndham)
5.15pm | Myroo Coach-X drops passengers at Mission Beach Village Green & Beach with crew member to show how to make the most of our wonderful village. For those not opting for a prebooked beachfront experience then Mission Beach has some really great other restaurants and quality takeaway venues on the promenade
6.45pm | Myroo Coach-X departs Mission Beach Promenade & Club-Wyndham Resort bound for Cairns.
8.30pm | Myroo Coach-X arrives Cairns with drop at Cairns Lagoon and continues to other Esplanade bus stop locations with last stop at the Cairns Harbourside Hotel.
INCLUDES
Deluxe Coach Scenic Sightseeing to Mission Beach
Priority Boarding and light breakfast served on board consisting of muffins and choice of tea, coffee or juice.
Snorkeling Equipment Hire – Mask, snorkel, & fins. (Stinger Suit – May to October)
Lunch at Dunk Island Spit Cafe – including complimentary standard drink.
*On days that the restaurant may not be available, QuickCoast will provide one of our delicious 2 course picnic lunches with a soft drink of choice.
Secret Islands Cruise – 1.5 hours including welcome beverage, cheese and crackers with tropical fruits
NOT INCLUDED
Watersports Lifeguard – Snorkeling and swimming at Dunk Island is not supervised and at own risk.
Beachside Sunset Dinner – Various discounts offered on food and beverages at named local venues
Purchase of extra food or beverages
Any other incidentals
WHAT TO BRING
Hand Luggage: (Backpack or over shoulder style – max- 5kg) with towel, hat, sunscreen, swimwear.
EFTPOS as no cash is accepted onboard.
Refillable water bottle – we do not serve water for purchase in single use plastics
MEDICAL CONDITION
If you have a medical condition and are unsure of you physical ability to participate in an activity, we recommend that you consult with a medical practitioner prior to booking.
WEATHER WARNING
During October to April the tropical heat can be severe. If walking on tracks on the various islands, make sure you carry plenty of water, walk with a friend, have sun protection and don’t walk in the middle of the day.
ACCESSIBILITY
Unfortunately snorkeling and island activities are not available on our tours with mobility challenges. Whilst our vessel is mobility friendly the infrastructure at the reef and islands are not. All passengers to/from Dunk Island must be able to handle up to 20 stairs without a lift. Sometimes due to weather passengers with accessible requirements may be not able to disembark at Dunk Island due to unsafe conditions.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
Tickets are refundable up until 24hours prior to departure (Less than 24 hours tickets are 100% non-refundable)
Date changes can be made up until 24 hours of departure free of charge
Date changes less than 24 hours prior to departure incur a $25 amendment fee per passenger.(maximum 1 year validity)
No refunds available with voluntary cancellations less than 24hours prior to scheduled departure.
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING AND CARRIAGE
Day Return Passengers are allowed 1 piece of carry on luggage per person to a maximum 5kg. Refer to terms and conditions for pricing on extra baggage which is best prebooked with initial reservation for the best prices.
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Brian picked us up with his cheery disposition and comfortable van, bright and early in Cairns for the drive down to Mission Beach. His humour, warmth, and storytelling made the journey fly by and it felt like we were traveling with an old friend.
Once onboard the boat, we were greeted with fresh coffee and muffins, the perfect way to start the morning before heading out to the reef. The trip itself was pure bliss as we soaked up the sun and sea breeze on the front deck.
The snorkelling was a highlight. The crew took us on a long guided swim over the outer reef, pointing out vibrant marine life, reef sharks, and even turtles gliding gracefully through the water. It felt like being part of another world. Lunch was simple, fresh, and delicious and came with a beer if so desired.
On the way back, we had a bonus stop at Dunk Island, having over an hour to explore the island and get some pics for the gram.
From start to finish, the trip was seamless, relaxed, and filled with special moments. If you’re looking for an authentic, personal, and unforgettable reef experience away from the big crowds, Dunk Island Reef Adventures is the way to go.
Only con: I was requested to change the date because they hadn‘t reached the min number of pax on the date I initially selected and I was charged approx 30 euros for the change as the activity was more expensive on the new date 😕
cairns). Went to Dunk Island (paradise), then for two well organised snorkel sessions near to the reefs. Long day (13hrs), but well organised, friendly and experienced crew.
All the best from Cheyenne and Nadine (Switzerland)
Notwithstanding the above, anyone booking the tour from Cairns should know there is almost a 2 hour bus ride to and from this tour. It was not explixitly mentioned and would have been good to know. I would have still booked and recommend this tour but good to know what is involved up front. Long day but beautiful to experience the reef. Saw NO Other boats out as Bri has. License for Beaver Reef and Dunk Island. I would rather have the large commute and go to an exclusive part of the reef. Much was nice, definitely not gourmet. Lovely fruits offered as well.
I LOVED this experience so much. The captain picked my friends and me up at our hotel and provided an educational bus ride about Cairns. The two snorkeling excursions were fantastic; I saw many different sea creatures and loved exploring Dunk Island. We were provided with clean and in great-condition snorkeling masks, goggles, fins, and wetsuits. The food was also amazing! We were given muffins and tea, fresh and local fruit, homemade chicken burrito wraps, provided my friend with a vegetarian option, and cheese and crackers towards the end. I especially liked how the crew was extremely friendly and helpful.
Overall, I loved how the tour was an all-day excursion and how it was a small group vs large amounts of people. If you are thinking about booking it, 100% do it. It would be significantly better than any other reef tour you're looking at.
Thanks to Captain Brian, Leo and Manu for a lovely day.
Weather was 5star too
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