Time zone
GMT +10:00
No time difference
Official languages
English
Best time to visit
MAY - SEP
Dry season offers sunny days and ideal beach conditions.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Mackay
Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour
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NT$ 2,876
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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Snorkel or Dive Tour from Cairns
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NT$ 6,001
Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven beach from Airlie Beach
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Up to 3 hrs
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NT$ 7,637
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour
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NT$ 9,983
Summer deal
Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Airlie Beach or Daydream Island
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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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NT$ 5,662
Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns
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NT$ 2,367
Reef Magic Pontoon Cruise Tour from Cairns
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NT$ 6,992
Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities
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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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NT$ 2,323
Great Barrier Reef Classic Scenic Flight from Cairns
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Up to 3 hrs
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NT$ 6,217
Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns
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NT$ 3,676
Fly Raft Experience with Scenic Flight and Ocean Rafting
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7+ hrs
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NT$ 12,155
Outer Reef Pontoon Full Day Tour at Moore Reef
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NT$ 7,178
Hotels in Mackay
Coral Cay Resort
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NT$ 3,199
Heron Island Resort
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NT$ 5,128
White Lace Motor Inn
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NT$ 2,957
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
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NT$ 3,475
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
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NT$ 3,535
Mid City Motor Inn
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NT$ 2,819
The Metropolitan Hotel
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NT$ 3,273
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
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NT$ 3,403
Rydges Mackay Suites
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NT$ 5,408
Tandara Hotel Motel
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NT$ 2,150
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
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NT$ 4,495
Mantra Mackay
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NT$ 3,821
Reviews of Mackay activities
Lin ******
2026-06-07 04:11:14
fun snorkelling, we added $89 for the guided snorkeling experience as this voucher only includes a self snorkel, suitable for experienced snorkeling. guided snorkeling fees more safe. it’s really beautiful
Klook User
2026-03-18 23:17:44
amazing day, Josh and James very helpful and definitely made the day so much better even with slightly rough conditions.highly recommend
Klook User
2026-02-26 04:39:59
Communication with the company was clear and effective. The flight was great if not a little hot in the plane. Hannah our pilot was engaging and very knowledgeable about the area, giving good suggestions on what to do if we had free time.
Klook用戶
2026-05-24 08:51:59
Unfortunately our tour was cancelled due to weather, but ther staff were helpful and nice, tried to reschedule it for us.
Judy **
2026-02-16 04:59:09
It was an enjoyable experience, and spending a day at the Barrier Reef is truly worthwhile. The staff were very helpful and polite, and all equipment was provided. Lunch was served midday, followed by wine and snacks at tea time.
Klook用戶
2026-05-24 08:49:02
Wonderful experience! Well ogranized for over 100 passsengers, from safety, seating, equipment to lunch and afternoon tea. Great for our first time snorkelling, and staff were friendly. unfortunately, the helicopter was cancelled due to the weather but everything else was good. Even though we got really seasick (although we took tablets), it was totally worth it!
Klook User
2026-04-26 06:05:20
I had to take this moment to give the best possible review to Sun Lover and the team. The entire experience has been so amazing. All the crew members were so respectful and ensured we all had calm and funful experience!
I must mention Joseph specially! He made my snorkelling experience as a non-swimmer and first timer so memorable. Gave a 15 mins direction, very calm and helped me throughout the experience!
Can’t thank all the members enough! The food was amazing too.
Klook用戶
2026-01-14 07:49:15
It was definitely worth to spend a leisurely day on Green island of the Great Barrier Reef. With nice weather, it’s possible to see abundant reef fish and coral reefs during snokeling. If u are lucky, sea turtle can also be found and swim with them!
Bug ***
2026-01-01 03:21:19
Overall this was a pleasant experience, for snorkelers the water near shore is less clear than a guided tour in the reef center, lunch is provided and filling!
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