Cost 2 people:
Minke Whale Sojourn July 2024
Tuesday 2nd to Wednesday 10th July
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6 nights on the Great Barrier Reef
and 2 nights in Cairns!
Join us during the migration of the Dwarf Minke Whales. Only discovered in the 1980s, they are the only whale known to initiate human interactions.
They are incredibly curious and in water encounters can last for hours. When we are not swimming alongside these amazing creatures we dive the beautiful outer reefs.
This includes world famous dive sites such as Steve's Bommie and Lighthouse Bommie.
Our extended dive trip has been organised especially for our group and is not to be missed!
You commence your trip arriving in Cairns on Monday, then Tuesday exploring the easy dives at such sites as Troppos, Caves and Playground before venturing up the stunning Ribbon Reefs. We have amazing dives scheduled plus in water sessions with the Dwarf Minke Whales.
Up to 24 dives, including 6 night dives with the option to upgrade to an amazing fluoro diving experience too. The included 'Sharks in the Dark' are an added free bonus!
Joining this group trip includes: all meals on board, ensuite cabins, Dwarf Minke Whale presentations, shuttles, t-shirt, taxes, games/competitions and accommodation before and after the boat.
This trip has our own Trip Leader meeting you on the boat, taking care of all the logistics for you, from arrival in Cairns untill your departure!
Dates: Tuesday 2nd to Wednesday 10th July
Dives available: 24 including 6 night
Cost per person: $3799 AUD per diver
Itinerary
Tue 2nd
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Arrive into Cairns
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Transfer to resort
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Meet and Greet drinks
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Cairns resort overnight
Wed 3rd
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Transfer to GBR outer reefs
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Start diving straight away
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Twin share cabin with ensuite bathroom
Thu 4th and Fri 5th
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Dive, eat, sleep, repeat routine started
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Nice easy and beautiful diving on outer reefs
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4 dives each day including 1 night dive
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Original and best 'Sharks in the Dark'
Sat 6th, Sun 7th and Mon 8th
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Diving on and around the amazing Ribbon Reefs
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Varying dive sites to explore
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Stopping for Minke interaction where possible
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Each day up to 4 dives including 1 night dive
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What an amazing week of diving!
Tue 9th
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Arrive Cairns early morning on the liveaboard
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Breakfast on board before disembarking
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Spend day relaxing or exploring Cairns
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Palm Cove for lunch and sightseeing - optional
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Accommodation in Cairns
Wed 10th
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Great memories and fond farewells till next time!
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Transfer to airport
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Or, stay on for local tours and extra nights in Cairns
Inclusions
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Ariport -resort-boat transfers
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Dive boat trip
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Minke Whale presentations
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Night dive torches
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All meals on boat
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Twin share cabin with ensuite
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Twin share at resort
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Reef taxes (EMC)
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Trip top
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Trip Coordinator
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Gift Pack
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Tanks and weights
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'Sharks in the Dark'
Optional Extras
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Dive gear hire, or bring your own
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Nitrox fills
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Fluoro night dive
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PADI Courses
Upgrades
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Sole occupancy resort rooms $200 for the 2 nights
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Double bed cabin/resort for 2 people, $250 each
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Tour package - extra nights land-based with local tours and transfers
PLEASE NOTE:
Spots & upgrades are subject to availability, we will advise your booking confirmation by email. Your airfares, airport transfers and travel insurance are not included.
