Great Barrier Reef and MOUA Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island | La Vacanza Travel

Great Barrier Reef and MOUA Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: Australia, Queensland, Townsville
from
248.67

Check Availability

  • 9 hours
  • Townsville
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

As the first of its kind in the Southern hemisphere, MOUA will act to highlight reef conservation, restoration, and education on a global scale. The site located on John Brewer Reef is rich in history, with a strong connection to our indigenous culture and marine tourism.
The Coral Greenhouse – first submerged building design by world-class artist Jason deCaires Taylor is is a bucket list trip no one should miss! The greenhouse, which many people think of as glass walls filled with fruit or flowers instead boasts a beautiful mix of art and science. Trees, life-like sculptures, and coral gardens make this staggering 72m structure a wonderland for divers.
With plenty of reef nearby to explore and depths ranging from 1 to 20 metres, it is ideal for snorkelers, beginner and experienced divers. On the reef, schools of bait fish are common as well as an abundance of colourful reef fish. Turtles, Stingrays, White and Black tip reef sharks are often sighted.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary

Discover a world below the surface and hear the reef’s greatest stories. Be inspired by the wonder of the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA). Our friendly and professional crew welcomes you at the meeting point to check you in, get your rental gear sorted. During the travel to the reef, you can relax in shaded or sunny spots on the vessel.

Just before we reach the reef it is time for our in-water briefings. You will explore some of the best spots on the reef while snorkeling or scuba diving. During the surface interval we listen to the reef talk of our passionate guides.

The key reason we take you to this dive location is to explore MOUA, the first of its kind in the Southern hemisphere. MOUA is located on John Brewer Reef which is rich in history, with a strong connection to our indigenous culture and marine tourism. Surrounding the Museum of Underwater Art is an amazing coral reef bursting with a plethora of marine life.

Once back on board we pack up and leave this little paradise behind to head back to shore. Back at shore the crew will wave goodbye while you take everlasting memories and images home with you.

Stop At:

• Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • All snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins and full length suit)
  • Learning about the reef eco system
  • Iced water, cordial, tea and coffee throughout the day
  • Full day trip to the Central Section of the Great Barrier Reef and MOUA
  • Demonstrations and instructions on snorkeling techniques
  • Lunch

Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • $20 Guided dive per person per dive - compulsory for divers with less than 10 logged dives

Additional Info

  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please wear your swimwear and bring a towel, hat, sunscreen and camera
  • Certified divers must present proof of certification to crew on board on the day
  • Heights, weights and shoe sizes MUST be advised at time of booking
  • Introductory divers are required to fill out a basic medical form on board prior to their dive.
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Breakwater Marina, 26 Mariners Drive, The Strand, Townsville City QLD 4810, Australia


Departure Time

07:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

9 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

T9959IArenatap

03 Mar, 2024

We had a great time the weather was amazing, the team was great, accommodated us very well. We went snorkelling and also had the opportunity to go scuba diving which was an exciting chance to see up close the underwater museum, luckily for us the water was clear as well. Definitely coming back with family and friends !!!

Matthias_O

26 Sep, 2023

We had a wonderful Day with a very dedicated Crew ! A great experience at a wonderful place to see lots of Fishes .

Rhonda_P

29 Apr, 2022

Great staff, wonderful site for a dive, there were a very high fish population everywhere around the museum and reef

Soraia_D

17 Jan, 2022

First of all the agency did not have the information if this trip included a scuba dive for non-experience dives. They took more than one day to get back to me and gave me the wrong information. They said yes, I could go (I did only a couple of dives, never done a course). But when I got there, the operator crew said they were not informed there would be a non-experienced diver and they had to staff to accompany me. Also, the company I called was based in Sydney, the trip was in Queensland, but they charged me in American Dollars. The price doesn't let it clear, it only says "$". Definitely, I do not recommend it! It was the worst part of my trip to Townsville/Magnetic Island.

User's Picture Gallery

Similar Packages