Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef Cruise – Premium Adventure
Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef Cruise – Premium Adventure
Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef Cruise – Premium Adventure
8 Days Starting and ending in Cairns
Visiting: Australia
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Tour code:
WAD
Group size:
0 - 72
Age range:
16-99
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Tour Overview
Hop on board the expedition vessel Coral Discoverer to embark on an immersive eight-day adventure to the remote, untouched northern reefs. We explore hidden corners, uninhabited sand cays, small islands and pristine reef systems, finding freedom and solitude amid this iconic seascape. You share the journey with soaring seabirds and swim, dive and snorkel at the far-flung Osprey and Ribbon reefs. Also learn about ancient indigenous culture and Australian heritage at historic Cooktown, stretch your legs with a hike to the summit of Cooks Look, and enjoy a sundowner with the sand beneath your toes at deserted Sudbury Cay.
Our purpose-designed small ships are custom-built for expedition cruising. With refined steering capabilities, shallow draught and nimble explorer tenders, they can bring you closer to remote sites and natural habitats. On board, you will be accompanied by expert guides, including a marine biologist. You also enjoy freshly prepared small-batch cuisine featuring the best local ingredients and can relax with quality local beers and wines. With an intimate atmosphere and renowned warm Australian hospitality, you will quickly feel at home and make new friends.
Highlights
What's Included
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Arrival transfers
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Pre- and post-cruise accommodation
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Pre- and post-cruise flights
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Travel insurance
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Scuba diving (view scuba diving rates)
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Entry visas to Australia
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Vaccinations
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Items of a personal nature including but not limited to phone and internet communications and bar charges (outside of the included drinks package as highlighted), laundry charges and souvenir purchases
Food
All inclusive
Meals: All meals are fresh and chef-prepared on board
Tea and coffee: 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
Beverages: Selected wines, beers, juices, soft drinks and selected spirits are served complimentary with lunch and dinner. Drinks are available for purchase at other times.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Start your day with a tempting choice from a fresh continental or hot à la carte menu with options changing daily.
Lunches showcase a selection of hot and cold dishes, from salads and cold cuts to soups, fresh local seafood and seasonal tropical fruits both individually plated and small sharing plates.
Evenings are a convivial time to dine with new friends and reflect on an exciting day of discovery over dinner. We welcome you on board with a seafood-sharing concept dinner on the first night. Other evening meals are served over a three-course table d’hote dinner menu, when selections are offered as you enjoy table service from the friendly dining room staff.
All Coral Expeditions feature a memorable pre-dinner event ashore where sunset drinks and canapés are served, often on a beach, and always in a beautiful location with a sunset view. Casual sundowners are hosted by the captain and are the perfect time to kick off your shoes and enjoy a beer, wine or cocktail while mingling with fellow guests in a relaxed atmosphere.
Lunch and dinner are accompanied by a curated beverage list featuring boutique Australian and New Zealand wines, beers and ciders.
Each voyage, the captain hosts a Captain’s Table for invited guests and officers will endeavour to host dinner guests on an evening when operational matters allow.
Beverages on board
Lunch and dinner are accompanied by a curated beverage list; each evening, sunset drinks are held on the Vista Deck (weather permitting) where guests relax or socialise before dinner. Each voyage, the captain hosts a welcome and farewell event with complimentary canapés and beverages.
Drinks are complimentary during the official Captain’s Welcome and farewell events and the offshore sunset drinks. We invite guests to join the pre-dinner drinks at other times, but alcoholic beverages during these times will be at your own expense.
Sustainability in food and beverage
Across the Coral Expedition fleet, they are continually looking for ways to improve sustainability and reduce waste, partner with more organic and Fairtrade suppliers, and deliver a food and beverage experience in line with expedition roots and beliefs. They have successfully implemented measures to remove PC plastics and reduce packaging waste in their food and beverage supply chain. Since 2020, Coral Expeditions offer a selection of ecofriendly, Fairtrade and organic beverage products including:
Pukka Tea range: 100 percent certified organic herbs, ethically sourced.
Veneziano Coffee: 100 percent Fairtrade and Australian-certified organic by the Biological Farming Association.
Tablelands Coffee Black Mountain: Grown locally in Mareeba, Cairns Tablelands of Far North Queensland.
JUST Water: Packaged in reusable, recycled paper-based containers with a lid made from sugarcane in Far North Queensland. Made in Australia with water from Victoria.
Snacks and pre-dinner canapés
In between shore adventures, the chefs will welcome you back on board with freshly baked treats or delicious canapés to accompany pre-dinner or sunset drinks. When local regulations allow, there may be the chance for impromptu stops to enjoy sunset drinks and canapés in scenic locations.
Special meal requirements
Vegetarian, vegans, gluten- and dairy-free items are included in all menus. The chefs will happily cater to other special dietary requirements with advance notice. Please advise at time of booking.
Accommodation
During this premium adventure cruise, you will spend seven nights on the Coral Discoverer.
Launched in 2005, the Coral Discoverer set a new benchmark of sophistication in expedition cruising. It is a 72-passenger ship built to take you closer to unspoiled vistas in comfort, style and safety. The shallow draught and manoeuvrability of the ship allow it to reach some of the most remote and rarely visited coastlines and islands in Australia. The tender vessel, Xplorer, features a hydraulic lowering system and can seat all 72 passengers for excursions to beaches and rivers. Coral Discoverer is equipped with latest-technology active stabilisers to ensure comfortable cruising in open waters and is fitted with modern safety and navigation equipment and wireless internet facilities.
It's built to international SOLAS standards and with one aim in mind: to create the ultimate small-ship cruising experience. It’s also Australian flagged and staffed entirely by an Australian and New Zealand crew.
In 2016, a significant upgrade and refresh of the facilities brought the amenities to an even higher level. The Sun Deck, home to the circular Explorer Bar, is the hub of onboard community living. Guest accommodation also received a substantial upgrade with the addition of six Bridge Deck Balcony Staterooms, providing coveted inside-outside living quarters. All other Stateroom grades also received a full upgrade with updated bathroom fixtures, soft furnishings and artwork providing an even more comfortable stay on the Coral Discoverer.
Bridge Deck Balcony Staterooms
Located on the exclusive Bridge Deck close to the Lounge and Bridge
The six spacious Bridge Deck Staterooms are 215sqft (20sqm)
Staterooms open onto private balconies for expansive ocean views
Furnished with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of junior king or twin bedding
Promenade Deck (Category A) Staterooms
Encircled by a full-ship promenade
The 19 spacious Promenade Deck (Category A) Staterooms are 195sqft (18sqm)
Featuring picture windows for expansive ocean views
Furnished with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice of junior king or twin bedding
Promenade Deck (Category B) Staterooms – sole use only
Located in the bow of the ship and encircled by a full-ship promenade
The two Promenade Deck (Category B) Staterooms are 160sqft (15sqm)
Featuring picture windows for expansive ocean views
Furnished with a desk, telephone and junior king bedding
These rooms are allocated for sole use only
Main deck (Category A) Staterooms
Located close to the Dining Room
The six spacious Main Deck (Category A) Staterooms are 195sqft (18sqm)
Featuring large, twin porthole windows for expansive ocean views
Furnished with a desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of junior king or twin bedding
Main Deck (Category B) Staterooms
Located close to the Dining Room
The three spacious Main Deck (Category B) staterooms are 195sqft (18sqm)
Featuring twin portholes for expansive ocean views
Furnished with a desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of junior king or twin bedding
Specific cabin types can be booked for sole use (subject to availability). Please enquire with your sales representative for further details.
Share policy
Accommodation on the ship is based on twin-share occupancy. If guests are travelling alone and wish to share accommodation, a roommate will be assigned to your cabin whenever possible. When pairing roommates, we always pair participants of the same sex. Please note, in the event of a share partner not being found, you will be charged the full room rate (double the twin-share fare).
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Exodus Adventure Travels allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform exodus adventure travels, 43 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Exodus Adventure Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus adventure travels charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.