Cruise |
Coral Discoverer, Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef ex Brisbane to Cairns |
Cruise Line |
Coral Expeditions |
Ship |
Coral Discoverer |
Destination |
Australia |
Brief Description |
10 Night Cruise sailing from Brisbane to Cairns aboard Coral Discoverer. |
Type of Cruise |
Speciality |
Departure Date |
20 Mar 2025 |
Cruise Description |
10 Night Cruise sailing from Brisbane to Cairns aboard Coral Discoverer.
Join Coral Expeditions as we undertake our 3rd unique citizen science themed expedition along the length of the Great Barrier Reef to learn about two iconic species – Turtles and Rays. With a maximum of 70 guests and with leading research experts onboard, our small expedition ship Coral Discoverer will call on remote reefs, islands, and significant wildlife habitats in the Coral Sea marine zone.
Along the way get hands on experience with marine conservation at the Mon Repos Turtle Centre in Bundaberg and as you meet with resident researchers at work. Connect with the Project Manta team in the protected “green zone” sanctuary of Lady Elliot Island. Participate in species surveys on guided snorkelling sessions at the John Brewer and Ribbon Reefs. Travel with a community of conservation-minded explorers and gain access to far reaching atolls and reefs such as Orpheus, Middle Percy and Heron Islands. Contribute to conservation programs including biodiversity databases, wildlife rehabilitation and coral science throughout the voyage.
Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations we visit and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling. |
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Sailing Dates |
20 Mar 2025 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
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Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
20 Mar 2025 |
Brisbane, QLD, Australia |
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21 Mar 2025 |
Lady Elliot Island, Queensland, Australia |
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22 Mar 2025 |
Heron Island, Queensland, Australia |
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23 Mar 2025 |
Middle Percy Island, QLD Australia |
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24 Mar 2025 |
Whitsunday Islands, Queensland, Australia |
(Daydream Island) |
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25 Mar 2025 |
John Brewer Reef, Queensland, Australia |
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26 Mar 2025 |
Orpheus Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia |
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27 Mar 2025 |
Fitzroy Island, Qld, Australia |
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28 Mar 2025 |
At Sea |
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29 Mar 2025 |
Ribbon Reef, Queensland, Australia |
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30 Mar 2025 |
Cairns, Qld, Australia |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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