Hervey Bay: Turtle Discovery Eco Tour
ID: GYG124817-183710
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Cruise the remote waters of the Great Sandy Strait and immerse yourself in nature on this award-winning guided eco-tour. Swim, snorkel and relax on remote islands.
Dive deep into the nature while cruising the bluest shallows and exploring the wildlife and unique beauty that surrounds the Great Sandy Straits on this 3 hr Turtle Discovery Tour.
Begin your eco-tour onboard a 10-meter glass-bottom vessel. Travel through the spectacular waterways of the Great Sandy Marine Park, with Island stops at either Round Island, Big Woody Island, or Pelican banks. View the beautiful coral reefs below through the glass panels. (tides permitting).
Enjoy time spent on the islands where you can swim or snorkel in crystal clear waters, play a game of beach cricket or take the opportunity to relax on the sandy beaches and take in the views. Sneak off to your own private corner of a picture-perfect beach. Walk where the crystal blue water meets the white sand and spinifex grass.
Whilst cruising along, keep a look out for turtles, dolphins, dugongs, sea birds, and possibly a reef shark or dugong.
Please check the calendar for departure times as this may vary due to tides.
Check in 15 minutes prior to departure at Fisherman's Wharf Marina Urangan. Parking at the public boat ramp Urangan.
Directions to meeting point: Head to Ramada Hotel Urangan. Turn into Jetty Street, follow the road to the end and turn right into the car park. Park your vehicle here. (careful not to park in the 'car and trailer' section as you may incur a fine).
From here you will see a very large green shed. In front of this shed is a sliding gate and to the left of this gate is a pedestrian push gate. Enter the gate and turn left and you will be met outside Marina office building 15 mins prior to departure.
Highlights
- Gently cruise through the waters of Hervey Bay on a steady glass bottom vessel
- Explore Remote Islands and surroundings
- Enjoy a morning or afternoon tea of fruit, biscuits, muffins, tea, coffee, juice
- Join the search for marine life such as dolphins, turtles and dugongs
- Swim, snorkel and relax on sandy shores while connecting with nature
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please advise of any allergies or intolerances at the time of booking
There is a water dispenser on board, you are welcome to bring your own reusable bottle
There is no baby changing facility on board however the tour is stroller accessible
Tours are subject to weather and tidal conditions
Tour elements may be amended to suit the weather conditions on the day
No shows will be charged in full
Covid protocol will be applied as necessary
Check-in at Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal, Shop 6/17 Buccaneer Drive, Urangan (opposite Cafe Balaena). Please check in 20 minutes before departure.
INCLUDED
- Guide
- Morning or afternoon tea (biscuits, muffins, and fresh tropical fruits)
- Tea, coffee, and water
- Bar on board (cash only)
- Use of beach sports equipment
- Onboard bathroom facilities
- Beach umbrellas for use on the islands visited
NOT INCLUDED
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and snacks (available for cash purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snorkeling equipment (can be hired)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.