Moreton Island Eco Marine Safari Cruise and Snorkel
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Start your day at the Newport Marina with check in on the boat at 7:30am with tea coffee and biscuits. Parking is free at Newport Marina.
The vessel will depart the marina at 0800, where you relax and enjoy a 60 minute cruise to Moreton Island, stopping if any wildlife is spotted on the way over.
Once, we have arrived, the vessel will find the perfect spot alongside the beautiful Tangalooma Wrecks. You will be allocated a time slot for your snorkel tour. During your snorkel, you will enjoy the beautiful marine life that inhabits Moreton Island.
“Please note you MUST be able to swim to participate in this activity. Due to Queensland Workplace Health and Safety Legislation and Risk Assessments, we are unable to allow patrons to snorkel alone at the Tangalooma Wrecks whilst on the cruise.”
Outside of your snorkel tour, you will be able to enjoy free time on the beach at Moreton Island to swim, sunbath and climb the famous sand hills, returning to the boat for a fresh lunch of leg ham, salad, bread rolls and roast chicken, all cooked and prepared in the morning for you.
From 1000, our fully licenced bar is open for you to grab a cocktail, beer, wine or softdrink while you sit back and relax on the beach or the boat and take in the picturesque scenery.
The afternoon will conclude with a relaxing Eco Marine Safari, cruising the calm shallow aqua water spotting Dolphins, Dugongs,Turtles and other local marine life. Take something away with you as you learn from the full commentary explaining the history of the Island, local marine life and habitat.
The boat will return to Newport Marina at approximately 4:00pm.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Dolphin Wild Island Cruises is an Australian owned small local family business who have been operating Marine Eco Cruises for over 30 years and have a 100% safety record.
You MUST be able to swim to participate in the Guided Snorkelling. Snorkelling is a potentially hazardous activities and is based on medical and fitness information you provide the Master of the vessel. With this information, it is decided if you are fit enough to participate in these activities.
Child ticket is 4-14yrs and a Family Ticket is 2 Adults and 2 Children. Infants 0-3 travel free.
All bookings close at 6pm prior to the day of departure
WHAT TO BRING
– Towel
– Swimmers
– Water bottle
– Sunscreen
We provide all snorkelling equipment including; mask, goggles, fins and wetsuit.
- The vessel accepts Eftpos and Cash
- Cruises are weather dependant – certain conditions may be unsuitable for cruising and in this instance, passengers can re-book or request a refund.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Not wheelchair accessible
- All participants wanting to participate in the guided Snorkel tour MUST be able to swim.
- Due to Queensland Workplace Health and Safety Legislation and Risk Assessments, we are unable to allow patrons to snorkel alone at the Tangalooma Wrecks whilst on the cruise.
- All participants snorkelling will be required to wear a wetsuit and a snorkel for the snorkel. All participants will also be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to entering the water. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, weight etc) may prevent you from joining the guided snorkelling tour.
- Our vessel is located at 158 Griffith Road inside the Newport Marina. Please meet us at the vessel for departure – we do not have a physical office. Find us: https://www.dolphinwild.com.au/find-us
