Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation
Description
Enjoy a 4.5-hour experience at the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef at Cape Tribulation. This half-day eco-tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species. Get ready to snorkel, alongside sea turtles, two fabulous locations at Mackay and Undine Reefs. Swim over reefs full of colorful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams, and starfish.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please reconfirm pick up time the day prior by calling Ocean Safari on 07 4098 0006.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Group Maximum 25 travelers
- Bring a bag including swimmers, a towel and hat, jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkeling.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(930)
We had the most incredible experience on the morning snorkel trip with Lachie and Isaac, awesome guides who provided information and laughs in equal measure. We saw a huge array of sealife in the reef and were lucky enough to see several majestic humpback whales on our journey out there. A good group size too. A great vibe and truly magical reef experience, couldn't recommend this tour more. Thanks to the whole team! From the Radelaidians.
What an incredible experience! I highly recommend this snorkeling excursion. Isaac and Lucky were outstanding guides, with a wealth of knowledge about the reef and its wildlife. We were fortunate enough to see multiple humpback whales, sea turtles, and more coral species than we could have imagined. Their passion and expertise made the trip truly memorable. We will absolutely be booking with them again on our next visit to Cairns.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an incredible time exploring the Great Barrier Reef with us. It sounds like you were incredibly lucky with your wildlife encounters — seeing multiple humpback whales, sea turtles and such a wonderful variety of coral is truly special! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Isaac and Lucky. They’ll be delighted to know their knowledge, passion and enthusiasm helped make your experience so memorable. Thank you for recommending us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to Cairns for another reef adventure! 🐋🐢🌊 Team Ocean Safari
Quick ride out the McKay Reef from Cape trib, passionate and enthusiastic staff members. Snorkelling was great
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're so glad you enjoyed the quick trip out to Mackay Reef and had a great time snorkelling. It's also wonderful to hear our passionate and enthusiastic crew helped make your day enjoyable—they'll really appreciate the shout-out! We hope to welcome you back for another fun day on the reef the next time you're in Cape Tribulation! 🐠🌊😊 Team Ocean Safari
We had the most incredible snorkeling trip with Ocean Safari. The water was full of life!! we saw green sea turtles gliding gracefully, ancolourful clownfish darting in and out of anemones, and rainbow fish along with so many other beautiful, vividly coloured fish. The coral and marine life were breathtaking. As if that wasn't enough, on the way back to shore we were treated to the sight of humpback whales, which made the day feel truly special and one we'll never forget. A huge thank you to Liam and Kiyana for guiding us. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone felt safe and had a great time in the water. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Daintree/Cape Tribulation area!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your Ocean Safari adventure was such a memorable experience. Seeing green sea turtles, clownfish, vibrant reef fish, and then being lucky enough to spot humpback whales on the way back really does make for an unforgettable day! We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Liam and Kiyana—they'll be delighted to know their knowledge, enthusiasm, and focus on guest safety helped make your trip so special. Thank you for choosing Ocean Safari and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back to Cape Tribulation for another incredible reef adventure in the future! Team Ocean Safari
Amazing corals, the reef is thriving! Seen turtles and stingrays and clown fish
Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your adventure and were able to experience the reef at its best. Seeing thriving coral along with turtles, stingrays, and clownfish is always something special. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day on the water soon! 🐠🐢🌊 Team Ocean Safari
It was an amazing experience, although the guides were pretty strict with their Timetable and could have explained more about the Nature and Wildlife. It was a really fun tour though.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're so pleased to hear you had an amazing experience and enjoyed your time on the tour. We also appreciate your comments about the pace of the day and the amount of information shared about the local nature and wildlife. Your feedback is valuable and helps us continue to improve the experience we provide. We hope you made some wonderful memories exploring the reef, and we'd love the opportunity to welcome you back for another adventure in the Whitsundays! Team Ocean Rafting
Great! They pack in two dives in one morning and the trip out isn't far at all. The speed boat is a lot fun. Good value for the half day trip. Also, the staff was so kind. They took care of our key being locked in our rental car while we were out on the snorkel. Can't say enough about the kind staff at the turtle Rock Cafe. Thanks 🙏
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the two snorkel dives, the speedboat ride, and found the trip to be great value. It means a lot to hear that our team could help when your car key was accidentally locked inside your rental. We're always happy to lend a hand however we can, and your kind words about our staff truly mean the world to us. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another snorkeling adventure with us soon. Safe travels, and thank you again! 🙏 Team Ocean Safari
This was a great snorkel experience. It was a quick boat ride out to the reef. The captain did a great job. We snorkeled in two sites. The coral and fish were beautiful. Also, one our drive to Cape Tribulation, we saw a cassowary on the road. I highly recommend this trip
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience on our Ocean Safari Barrier Reef snorkel tour. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the quick ride out to the reef, the two snorkelling locations, and the incredible coral and marine life. Our crew love sharing this special part of the Great Barrier Reef with guests, and we’re so glad you had such a memorable time. Spotting a cassowary on your way to Cape Tribulation was an amazing bonus too—what a special addition to your adventure! Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable reef experience soon! 🌊🐠😊 Team Ocean Safari
Kiana Liam and Lachy gave us a wonderful experience out on the reef. They were very knowledgeable on the the reef and the creatures that call it home.. we also learnt alot during our adventure 😀 😄 😉
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased to hear you had an amazing morning on the reef with Kiana, Liam, and Lachy. It's wonderful to know their knowledge and passion for the reef and its incredible marine life made your adventure both fun and informative. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to the crew—they'll be delighted to hear they helped make your experience so memorable. Thank you for choosing Ocean Safari, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon! 🌊🐠😊 Team Ocean Safari
The skipper, Liam, was very helpful in guiding our group about what to expect and Kiyana, the snorkel guide, was helpful in pointing out all the different fish and coral types. We got to see a shark, nemo fish and a school of parrot fish. It was overall a really fun experience and none of our party got sea sick.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear your family had such a fun experience on the reef. It’s fantastic that Liam helped everyone feel prepared for the day, and that Kiyana shared her knowledge of the reef by pointing out the amazing fish and coral along the way. Seeing a shark, clownfish ("Nemo"), and a school of parrotfish is an incredible experience, and we're thrilled you got to enjoy such memorable wildlife encounters. It's also great to hear everyone had a comfortable trip and stayed seasickness-free! Thank you for choosing Ocean Safari. We hope to welcome your family back for another unforgettable adventure soon! 🐠🌊😊 Team Ocean Safari
