Experience Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
The Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest Surfing Tour tour is suited to people who have some adventurous spirit – after all it does include swinging through the jungle and swimming on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Discover luscious green mountains in the oldest tropical rainforest on the planet, Australia’s Daintree Wetlands – it’s a piece of paradise!
PLUS visit Australia’s Great Barrier Reef!
It is home 1,500 species of fish, 6 species of sea turtles, 215 species of birds, 30 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises
Our Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest package ticks 2 World Heritage sites off and have fun
So make sure this package is on your bucket list!
Great Barrier Reef Stay
Imagine waking up surrounded by Australia’s Great Barrier Reef! Reef Encounter is an exceptional way to see the reef and in this package you decide how long you would like to stay
Great Barrier Reef Stay
Reef Encounter is a 35 metre catamaran designed for comfort at sea, fully air-conditioned
Our dream location of being on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is just part of what makes Reef Encounter an outstanding adventure.
We have packages to suit everyone because we find that people want different options so on Reef Encounter you can choose one of snorkel, introductory scuba dive, certified dive or learn to dive packages. If you are travelling with someone who wants to do a different option than you then that is no problem – Reef Encounter can cater for both of you or all of you if you are in a group. Just start with your dates and then you can add the packages for all those you are travelling withRoom Details
Soak in the tranquility of staying on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. This is a great choice for guests who love water activities
Reef Encounter has 21 Staterooms all are fully air-conditioned, with views of the Great Barrier Reef
All staterooms have ensuite bathrooms
Beach and bath towels are included
Great Barrier Reef Toiletries (Shampoo, Conditioner and soap)
Room Size 12.5 square metres
Bed Options 2 Twin or 1 Double
Extra beds 1 rollaway bed is available for children under 12 years on request (please add to booking if required)
Baby cot on request (please add to booking if required)
Power all Reef Encounter staterooms have Australian power outletsActivities Available
- Snorkeling
- Scuba diving
- Learn to scuba dive
- Relax on a deck chair
- Enjoy the heated spa
Getting to Reef Encounter
Fly into Cairns International or Domestic Airport
Fast catamaran transfers from Cairns daily to Reef Encounter on Reef Experience
Spectacular scenic helicopter transfer *Extra cost, 2 people required to operate
Reef Experience transfers board at 7:30am every day returning on your final day between 4 and 4:30pmPlay
Reef Encounter packages for snorkeling, resort scuba diving, certified scuba diving and learn to scuba dive
Stinger suits are included in the price during stinger season
Onboard hot tub is a great place to relax after your water activities and take in the 360 degree views of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Relax on a deck chair, work on your sun tan during the day and be gobsmacked by how many stars are in the sky after the sun goes down.Eating
Whats Included
- Sleep on the Great Barrier Reef with Reef Encounter
- All meals prepared fresh daily, by our onboard Chef. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desert. Fruit available throughout the day along with tea & coffee. All dietary requirements will be catered for – please advise us of these when booking
- The best crew on the reef! The Reef Encounter team is the best in the business, winning personal and professional awards for outstanding customer service in the tourism industry year after year
- The latest snorkelling and scuba diving equipment (wetsuits are a small additional charge)
- Glass bottom boat tour upon request
- On the voyage to Reef Encounter, you will have the option to listen to an informative Marine Biology presentation about the coral reef and marine animals
- Free luggage storage facility available at our offices in the Cairns City
Reef Encounter Itinerary
Day One | |
7:30 am | Breakfast onboard Reef Experience, Marlin Jetty, Cairns |
8:00 am | Depart Marlin Jetty |
Marine Biologist Presentation | |
Scuba Dive Snorkel briefing | |
10:30 am | Arrive Outer Great Barrier Reef ~ Transfer to Reef Encounter |
12:00 pm | Lunch |
Scuba Dive Snorkel Sun bake and relaxation time | |
3:00 pm | Cruise to our next spectacular outer Great Barrier Reef location |
Dive, Snorkel, Sun bake, and relaxation time | |
Glass bottom boat tour | |
6:00 pm | Dinner & Dessert |
7:30 pm | Night scuba dive, relaxation time, stargazing, boardgames or a movie |
Day Two | |
6:30 am | Dive |
7:30 am | Breakfast |
8:30 am | Scuba Dive, snorkel or lounge on a deck chair |
10:30 am | Cruise to our next spectacular reef location |
12:00 pm | Lunch |
1:30 pm | Scuba Dive, snorkel or lounge on a deck chair |
2:00 pm | Cruise to our next spectacular reef location |
3:30 pm | Scuba Dive, snorkel or lounge on a deck chair |
6:00 pm | Dinner |
7:00 pm | Night Scuba Dive |
Relaxation time, star watching, board games, movies | |
Day Three | |
6:30 am | Scuba Dive or snorkel |
7.30am | Breakfast |
8:00 am | Check out of Cabin- Store luggage in Transfer room – Share Showers |
8:30 am | Scuba dive or snorkel |
10:30 am | Cruise to our next spectacular reef location |
Glass Bottom Boat Tours, Diving, | |
12:00 pm | Lunch |
1:30 pm | Transfer To Reef Experience |
Cruise tour to our next spectacular outer Great Barrier Reef location | |
1:45 pm | Snorkel, Sun bake, Relax |
3:30 pm | Complimentary Wine and Cheese, fresh tropical fruits |
4:30 pm | Arrive Cairns |
Daintree Jungle Surfing
Jungle Surfing through the oldest rainforest on the planet!
Travel to Cape Tribulation and experience this exciting activity, all in one day!
Cape Tribulation Jungle Surfing is a unique and exhilarating way to experience the beauty of the world-renowned Daintree Rainforest – a fun, educational, fully-guided, all-weather activity where your feet don’t touch the ground. Fly through the trees on flying fox ziplines, stopping at five platforms with bird’s eye views over the treetops, down to cascading streams and out to the Great Barrier Reef.
A highly trained team of scientists, tour guides and abseiling specialists will be with you every step of the way to lead you safely through the canopy and into a treetop world, offering interpretation and insight into our World Heritage Listed rainforest environment from every platform. The flight choice is yours – slow, fast or upside down.
Cape Tribulation Jungle Surfing is ideal for the young and the young at heart!
Cape Tribulation Jungle Surfing Day Includes
- One of the most scenic coastal drives in Australia along the Captain Cook Highway to Port Douglas.
- The Wildlife Habitat – See the endangered cassowary and other wildlife, with the opportunity to have your photo taken holding a koala, snake or crocodile (extra cost). Breakfast or snacks available for purchase.
- Daintree River Cable Ferry – Cross and enter Daintree National Park into Cape Tribulation.
- Picnic Lunch at a picturesque setting.
- Cape Tribulation Jungle Surfing – Fly through the trees on ziplines, with a bird’s eye view into the canopy and out to the reef.
- Return transfers.
Cape Tribulation Jungle Surfing Daily Itinerary
07:30 – Bus transfers commence from Cairns City accommodation
0900 – Arrive at The Wildlife Habitat (Port Douglas)
1100 – Daintree River Cruise
1200 – Alexandra Lookout
1230 – Picnic Lunch
1345 – Jungle Surfing Canopy Tour
1630 – Depart Cape Tribulation
1930 – Arrive back to Cairns
* Please note times are approximately only
Departs Daily (except New Years Day and Christmas Day).What to Bring Daintree Rainforest Day
- Closed walking shoes
- Long shorts and trousers (no skirts)
- Camera
- Hat
- Insect repellent
- Water resistant 15+ sunscreen
- Money for drinks, snacks & souvenirs.
Daintree Jungle Surfing Additional Information
- Weight Restrictions – Maximum Weight 120kg/260lbs (19 Stone)
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- No prior experience or specific fitness required.
- If you have restricted mobility or are concerned about a specific medical condition, please contact us prior to the tour and we will be happy to discuss your requirements and make our best efforts to accommodate you.
- All of our packages can be done in the order that suits you best
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