Departures
Daily from Cairns Marlin Marina, Finger A at 8.30am and returns at 5pm.

Michaelmas Cay is a protected sanctuary that plays host to 27,000 migratory seabirds, this unique sand cay is ideal for nature lovers, with 14 different species nesting on the cay. Lying 22 nautical miles from Cairns, the surrounding outer reef is a breaththtaking garden of exotic marine life, magificent coral and giant clams. There is more variety of tropical fish here that the entire Atlantic Ocean.

Reef activities currently scheduled are:

• Introductory & Certified Diving
• Marine biologist presentations
• Guided snorkeling tours
• Guided beach walk
• Conducted semi-submersible tours with dual language commentary

Diving is the most thrilling way to experience the wonders of the reef at close range. Our qualified PADI Dive instructors will be on hand to teach and assist, so whether you're an experienced diver or have never dived before we'll ensure your dive with us is both memorable and safe.

Introductory Diving
If you have never dived before, let us show you how fun and easy scuba diving really is. You'll start in the shallow, protected waters around the cay. Once you've mastered the basics, and feel confident, we will take you on an exhilarating tour of the surrounding coral gardens

Certified Diving
For the experienced diver, we access the best dive sites of the day with our custom designed dive tender. Our experienced dive guide will give a full site briefing and assist with buddy pairing.

Included

• Four full hours at the reef
• Air-conditioned coach transfers from your hotel accommodation (City & Northern Beaches).
• Morning tea with light bar snacks on the sail out
• Superb hot and cold banquet luncheon prepared on board by our chefs
• Afternoon tea with freshly baked cakes
• Informative, ecological presentations by our qualified Marine Biologists
• Snorkeling demonstrations and tuition
• Use of all snorkeling equipment
• Guided snorkel tours with our Marine Biologists
• Guided coral viewing tours
• Live musical entertainment and complimentary champagne on the homeward sail

Optional Extras

• Certified & introductory diving
• A range of PADI dive programmes
• Drinks from the fully licensed bar
• A range of quality souvenirs
• Sunscreen lotions and underwater cameras

What you need to bring:
Towel, swimmers, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, cash or credit card for on board purchases

Charter / Convention / Incentive

All vessels are available for private charter and are ideal for incentive/convention groups evening cocktail and banquet cruises.