One-Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Trip
Wavelength |
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This trip is aboard Wavelength II, a 55 foot Mono Hull with a maximum of 30 divers. It is for 1 day.
Departure Information
Departure is from Wavelength Jetty (by the Coast Guard), Port Douglas at 8:15 AM every day, return time 4:30 PM.
The Dive
From our conversations with the owners of the company it is apparent that they have designed their trip with snorkelers in mind. All aspects of the trip, from the layout of the boat to the reef sites visited, are aimed at providing a great snorkeling experience.
The Wavelength is a great trip for those who want to learn more about the reef. Along with visiting three different dive sites, the marine biologists on board give presentations on reef ecology, lead snorkeling tours, and are available to answer your questions.
On this trip you will visit three different sites, chosen from moorings at St. Crispins, Tongue, and Opal Reefs. The boat will only take 30 passengers, and visits their own exclusive sites, assuring you of a small group experience. We like the fact that Wavelength focuses on providing solely for snorkelers, whose needs differ from divers. They are the only company currently operating in the area with such a specialty.
The Boat
The company owns two boats, the Wavelength II and III, which are nearly identical. They use one or both boats, depending on the number of guests they are taking out to the reef that day. These fast boats cruise out the reef at 18 knots, and can hold up to 30 snorkelers. Both boats are well maintained and comfortable, and poerfectly suited to take small groups of snorkelers right close to the ideal snorkeling location. Those seeking absolute comfort on a boat should look for a more luxurious boat, with larger enclosed cabin areas, but should know that what you gain in comfort is at the price of more company in the water, and less flexibility in choice of snorkeling locations.
Trip Prices
Included
 Guided snorkelling tour
Mask, Snorkel, Fins
Deli style gourmet lunch
Reef interpretation talk
Morning and afternoon tea and snacks
Transfers: Port Douglas
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All prices are in
US Dollars. |
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12 Feb 08 -
onwards
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| Snorkeler, Child 2-12 |
$119 |
| Snorkeler, Adult |
$167 |
| Family of 4 |
$514 |
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| Cold drinks |
- | | Fuel levy (pay on board) |
$5 | | Prescription masks |
$5 | | Wetsuit |
$5 | | Transfers: Northern Beaches |
$21 | | Transfers, Cairns |
$25 | | Underwater camera hire |
$43 |
Children are between the ages of 2 and 13
About Wavelength
Wavelength is a family owned and operated company, and has been in operation since 1986. The company is a snorkeling specialist, their focus is on giving snorkelers the best reef experience possible, and their captain is adept at selecting the best sites for snorkeling based on the day's conditions.
The company has earned advanced accreditation from the Australian Ecotourism Association, in recognition for their commitment to the environment of the reef. This level of recognition is not easily earned, and acknowledges an extensive commitment to protecting the reef environment.
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