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(917)
Snorkel tour was amazing. Staff was communicative and helpful. My three teenage boys loved it, as did I. Highly recommend.
Thank you for the wonderful review! 😊 We're so glad you and your three boys had an amazing time snorkeling with us. It’s great to hear the crew helped make the experience memorable. Thanks for the recommendation—we'd love to welcome your family back for another adventure soon! Team Ocean Safari
The experience was amazing. The woman Darrens and the man Andy were very helpful and very experienced. I’ve been on plenty of boat rides like this however, this one is my favorite. The vibes and views were amazing and the food was great. There were two stops as well as unlimited drinks which is a plus:) along with an amazing sunset view, if you ever plan on doing something like this, these are the people you need to go too!!! 11/5 stars !!!
So glad you had an amazing time, but it sounds like you may have been with a different company as we do not travel at sunset or have staff named Darrens or Andy. Still happy you had a 5 star experience somewhere! Team Ocean Safari
An absolute must do experience. The whole tour was professionally done from start to finish with a warm Aussie welcome and a real sense of pride and joy. The kit provided was excellent as was the explanation as to the best way to snorkel and see the reef. Everyone was cared for and the reef itself and sand island were magnificent. Please come here and support this wonderful business.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such an awesome day with us. Providing a warm Aussie welcome and a professional experience from start to finish is something our team takes great pride in, so it's fantastic to know that came through during your tour. It's great to hear that the snorkelling equipment and guidance helped you make the most of your time exploring the reef. We love sharing this incredible part of the world with our guests, and we're thrilled that both the reef and Whitehaven Beach left such a lasting impression. Thank you for your kind recommendation and support. It means a lot to our entire team, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! 🌊🐠☀️🏝️ Team Ocean Safari
It was great! Great crew, wonderful experience. Very safe, incredibly beautiful nature & saw fish. Definitely do it :)!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a great experience with our crew and enjoyed the incredible scenery and marine life. It's fantastic to hear that you felt safe throughout the tour and got to see so many beautiful fish and natural wonders. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 😊🌊🐠 Team Ocean Safari
A well-run expedition to a beautiful spot...it was a windy day (15-20kn) which detracted a bit, but definitely not enough to spoil the experience
What a amazing day out with Issac and Lachlan, great pair of professional guys, very informative with great a sense of humour, Had a ball, swam with turtles and just an all round amazing experience, thanks guys for a great day out
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing day out with Isaac and Lachlan. Their combination of professionalism, local knowledge, and great sense of humour certainly makes for a memorable adventure! Swimming with turtles is always a special experience, and we're so glad it was one of the highlights of your day. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Isaac and Lachlan—they'll love hearing they helped make your Cape Tribulation adventure so enjoyable. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back for another amazing day on the water soon! 🐢☀️🚤😄💙 Team Ocean Safari
My friend and I had a wonderful morning of snorkeling with Lachy and Liam! There were a lot of varieties of fish, many giant clams, I saw and followed a turtle The reef was mostly vibrant. The water was extremely clear. They provided plenty of time for snorkeling. My friend had a medical problem while snorkeling and the guides, along with Tom on shore, were very kind and took excellent care of her, including driving her with oxygen to the medical clinic. She's fine now. Thank you to all of you for your great care!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re so happy to hear you both enjoyed your morning snorkeling adventure with Lachy and Liam and got to experience the amazing marine life, clear water, giant clams, and even a turtle encounter! 🐢🐠 We’re especially grateful for your kind words about the care shown by our crew. Safety is always our top priority, and we’re very glad to hear your friend is doing well now. Lachy, Liam, and Tom will really appreciate your recognition for the support and care they provided during the situation. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you both back for another unforgettable day on the reef in the future! 🌊💙 Team Ocean Safari
The crew were excellent (Lachie, Liam, Keanu), the boat was fast & well equipped, the gear great (fins, wetsuit, snorkel & excellent prescription mask - thanks so much!!). We saw a gorgeous sea turtle, heaps of colourful tropical fish & healthy coral. It was a bit hairy coming back on a choppy sea but we felt safe at all times. Overall an excellent 1/2 day (morning trip) & I’d highly recommend Ocean Safari tours.
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an excellent morning out with Lachie, Liam and Keanu — we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the crew. It’s great to know you were happy with the boat, snorkelling gear and especially the prescription mask — being able to comfortably enjoy the reef makes such a difference! Seeing a sea turtle along with colourful tropical fish and healthy coral is always such a special experience. We’re also glad to hear you felt safe and well looked after, even with the choppy conditions on the ride home. Thanks so much for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another Ocean Safari adventure someday soon! 🐢🌊🐠☀️ Team Ocean Safari
Really great tour, our Guide was Kiana and Skipper was Liam are both fantastic
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you had a really great tour with Kiana and Liam. They’re both fantastic at what they do, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to them. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back in the Whitsundays for another adventure soon! ☀️🌊😊 Team Ocean Safari
We had the most incredible time on the ocean safari yesterday! Our boat was led by Liam, and it was such a fun, bumpy ride, an experience you’d pay for on its own elsewhere. You could immediately tell that the team absolutely love what they do. Lachie briefed and suited us up at the start of the day, giving a really detailed explanation of how everything would run. He then took us snorkeling, where we saw sea turtles, so many tropical fish, and the most stunning coral I’ve ever seen. Keanna was a fountain of knowledge about the Great Barrier Reef, sharing so many interesting facts throughout the day. And Franny, even though he wasn’t officially working, came along and added even more fun to the experience. The whole team genuinely cared about our safety and made sure we had the best possible time. Afterward, we got along so well that we even joined a local pool competition at PKs across the road and ended up staying another day! I can’t recommend Ocean Safari enough. 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lauren & Stephen
What an epic day! 🌊 Sounds like Liam nailed the ride, and Lachie, Keanna, and Franny brought the whole experience to life—turtles, coral, and a bit of pool at PK’s to top it off 🎱 Thanks so much for the amazing review and recommendation—we’d have you back anytime for round two! Team Ocean Safari
