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Service was fast and convenient. The train made a stop at Barron Falls station for us to have a look. Do keep in mind the weather can get windy at times (especially when ascending uphill), so keep a light jacket & hat with you. Upon arriving at Kuranda you'll have roughly 3-4 hours to explore around.

Com que no sabia nedar gaire bé, vaig triar el paquet combinat de vaixell amb fons de vidre i busseig de superfície! El vaixell amb fons de vidre va ser impressionant, només mirant a través del fons es podien veure peixos preciosos i tortugues marines ✨ Per al busseig de superfície, vaig pagar un suplement (12 dòlars australians) per llogar una armilla salvavides! Allunyant-se una mica ja es trobaven bancs de peixos de colors, i nedar-hi un mateix té un encant molt especial 🥹 (tot i que els peixos es veien més nítids des del vaixell amb fons de vidre!). Les guixetes automàtiques, el quiosc i els restaurants acceptaven pagament amb targeta de crèdit per a tot!

Vista de la selva tropical de Daintree des del cel. Vam canviar al telefèric de dues vies, ja que el tren de tornada era bastant tard i ens allotjàvem a Port Douglas. Hi havia 3 parades i vam poder veure les cascades Baron i passejar pel poble de Kuranda.

The onboard staff were very enthusiastic and provided detailed introductions. After boarding, we left our ID at the counter to borrow prescription diving masks. At the second dive site, we decided on the spot to pay the 20 AUD for the glass-bottom boat ride, where we saw many fish and corals. The meals on board were simple and average, so those who care about food can bring their own snacks. Also, it is recommended to take motion sickness medicine to avoid ruining a wonderful trip.

Ruby was our tour guide for the night and she did an absolutley amazing job telling us about all the animals in the aquarium. It was so informative and I can’t believe she talked for 2 hrs straight. Our group being the only one at the aquarium at night was super cool. The only downside was when we went to have dinner we asked if we were able to sit against the aquarium but they said people were coming to sit there. During our entire meal and once we finished, no one ever came and sat at that table and another table also opened up soon after we were sat down and that table was also vacant the whole time, just be aware when you book for the dinner experience there is a big chance you may sit really far away from the actual aquarium. I would go just for the night time tour of the aquarium.

We saw so much in one day!Admittedly, it can feel a little rushed at times but that's the only way to fit everything in. Sheryl was an amazing tour guide! Her passion for her work, her love for the rainforest, and her respect for the Indigenous people and culture was evident in the way she spoke and interacted with everyone. I did not have high expectation fo the included lunch but it was quite delicious! I also overheard someone else say the same. 10/10

Great day tour at the Reef, we got to stop at 2 diving spots and my package also includes 1 helicopter flight. The operator also has a photographer, who helped you took underwater photos which you can purchased later (though it is quite pricey at $20/pic). Lunch is basic (steak, prawns, grilled fish, salad & pasta) but delicious, and the prawns were very fresh. What I wish could have been better is the helicopter flight announcement - it would have been better if they announced my turn roughly 10-15 mins before the flight took off, so I'd have enough time to change to normal clothes (I was snorkelling right before that). Also I believe if passengers are given at least 30 mins before departure to take motion sickness pills, it will work better. Some passengers on my trip took the pill but still got sick, maybe bcoz the pill did not have enough time to take effect (you gotta take it after breakfast, at least 30 mins before departure).

Although the itinerary was a bit tight, the pace was managed just right and there was no pressure at all! Taking the Skyrail cableway to overlook the entire rainforest was super breathtaking! This time I also added the koala-holding experience. Even though I only got one photo in the end, thinking that I might not know when I'll ever get to hold one again in the future, it was still totally worth it! Our tour guide and driver, Oscar, gave very vivid and interesting explanations that were not boring at all. The whole trip was both fulfilling and relaxing 🐨✨

Overall a great experience and definitely a must to add onto your itineraries! The tour was organised and the staffs made sure everyone was having a safe and fun day at the reef. You have most of what you’ll need in the boat—sea sickness pills, drinks and snacks. We not only got to see The Great Barrier Reef upclose but also above from the Heli. 😍