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Reef Endeavour
 EXTENDED GREAT BARRIER REEF CRUISES
from Cairns and Townsville
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The Captain Cook Cruises vessel Reef Endeavour features spacious, air conditioned staterooms and cabins which open directly to outside decks. On the well appointed 73 metre boat, passengers enjoy the generous public areas, huge picture windows.  A maximum of 150 passengers are catered for.
Other features include a swimming pool, two top deck spa pools, sundeck, sauna, gym, gift shop, two lounges, two bars, conference room, single-sitting dining room, glass bottom boat, satellite communications, phone and fax. 
A marine naturalist is aboard providing lectures and information to enhance appreciation of the reef. Snorkelling equipment is complimentary. Meals are included and are carefully prepared and feature international and Australian specialties, particularly fresh seafood.
   
REEF ENDEAVOUR CRUISES: Cairns / Cairns - 3, 4 or 7 nights
ITINERARY: Northern Voyage - 4 nights
Departs Cairns every Monday at 1400 - arrives back at Cairns at 0800 on Friday

Day 1: Cairns to Green Island.  Guests have the opportunity to explore this lush, tropical island. Meet the captain, officers and crew at the Welcome Dinner this evening.
Day 2: Green Island to Lizard Island. Cruise north to Lizard Island, pass Cape Tribulation & Bloomfield River National Park, where the mangrove meets the reef.  Weather permitting  the Reef Endeavour will call into historic mainland Cooktown, where James Cook beached his barque Endeavour in 1770.  Once a thriving gold rush town, Cooktown remains a living museum. In the afternoon an opportunity to visit the coral cay of Two Isles.
Day 3: Lizard Island.
Today experience the delights of this exclusive island, surrounded by coral reefs. Stroll along sandy white beaches to secluded blue lagoons, snorkel or dive, join the marine naturalist on the glass bottom boat or climb 'Cook’s Look' for spectacular Barrier Reef views. Tonight enjoy the Island Night festivities.
Day 4: Lizard Island to Ribbon Reef.
  Home of the Black Marlin and giant Potato Cod, Ribbon Reef is one of the marine park’s most spectacular and remote coral reef destinations. Your underwater adventure will feature a myriad of coral formations, and a kaleidoscope of marine life. Snorkel, dive or accompany the marine naturalist in the glass-bottom boat for breath-taking coral viewing. This evening you’re invited to the Captain’s Dinner. 
Day 5: Ribbon Reef to Cairns.
Arrive 0800; disembark after breakfast
 
ITINERARY: Southern Voyage - 3 nights
Departs Cairns every Friday at 1400 - arrives back at Cairns at 0800 on Monday

Day 1: Cairns to Green Island.  Guests have the opportunity to explore this lush, tropical island. Meet the captain, officers and crew at the Welcome Dinner this evening. 
Day 2: Green Island to Hedley Reef.
Morning arrival at this spectacular coral reef destination. Snorkel or dive amongst the brilliantly coloured fish, coral and giant clam gardens, or join the marine naturalist on the glass bottom boat.
Day 3: Hedley Reef to Dunk Island.
Cruise through Hinchinbrook Channel to the tropical paradise of Dunk Island. Walk through the rainforest with its rainbow coloured birds and native flowers, or simply relax on the resort island. Tonight you are invited to the Captain’s Dinner Dance, a gala affair.
Day 4: Dunk Island to Cairns.
Arrives 0800; disembark after breakfast.
 

ITINERARY: Ultimate Voyage - 7 nights
Departs Cairns every Friday at 1400 - arrives back at Cairns at 0800 the following Friday or
Departs Cairns every Monday at 1400 - arrives back at Cairns at 0800 the following Monday

Combine the above two voyages into a total Great Barrier Experience.  The voyages can be combined in any order you choose, with a morning stopover in Cairns for shopping or touring.
 

Included in your Reef Endeavour Cruise

* All meals including 24 hour tea and coffee facilities
* Presentation by a marine biologist
* Snorkelling equipment    * Glass bottom boat
* Nightly entertainment   * Deck games
* Access to marine and national parks.

Your cruise does not include:
Bar and shop purchases.  Ship to shore telephone and facsimile calls.  A$13.50 (approx) environmental management fee.  Costs associated with scuba diving
 

Cabin accommodation ...

All are outside cabins and are serviced daily.
Cabins (13)  On lower deck with portholes; 4 have double bed, 9 have have twin beds plus 2 upper Pullman berths
Staterooms (41)  On middle decks (B and C) and open onto outside deck with picture windows and twin or double beds.  Well appointed.
Top Deck Staterooms (21) On A Deck
 

 

PRICES: REEF ENDEAVOUR
Extended Great Barrier Reef
Cruises Departing until these dates p
1 April '08 -  31 Mar'09 Truly
Ref
Per person per cruise on full board (all meals) Twin/Double Single  
Reef Endeavour Southern
Reef Endeavour: 3 night - Cabin         
Reef Endeavour:  3 night - Stateroom
Reef Endeavour:  3 night - Top Deck

A$1224
A$1543
A$1705

A$1852
A$2315
A$2557

410
411
412
Reef Endeavour Northern
Reef Endeavour: 4 night - Cabin         
Reef Endeavour: 4 night - Stateroom
Reef Endeavour: 4 night - Top Deck

A$1646
A$2058
A$2273

A$2469
A$3087
A$3410

413
414
415
Reef Endeavour Ultimate
Reef Endeavour: 7 night - Cabin         
Reef Endeavour: 7 night - Stateroom 
Reef Endeavour: 7 night - Top Deck  

A$2737
A$3421
A$3779

A$4106
A$5132
A$5670

416
417
418

Please ask about Early Booking Saver fares at the time of making your booking enquiry
Book early to secure Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares which represent discounts of up to 10% on selected Brochure Fares. EBS fares are capacity controlled. Captain Cook Cruises has set aside cabins which are available at these discounted fares. Once these cabins are sold, fares may revert to a higher fare or the full Brochure Fare. Savings apply to cruise fares only - they do not apply to other fees/charges including but not limited to transfers, shore excursions, fuel surcharges, government taxes or other fees as applied from time to time.

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