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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.7 (221) • 5K+ booked
From AUD 265.00
Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour
Cruises • From Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour

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★ 4.7 (155) • 2K+ booked
From AUD 375.00
Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities
Water activities • Cairns

Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities

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English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
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★ 4.5 (123) • 3K+ booked
From AUD 97.00
Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour
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Tours • From Cairns

Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour

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★ 4.5 (127) • 4K+ booked
From AUD 122.00
Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
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Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns

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★ 4.3 (24) • 900+ booked
From AUD 105.00
Tasmania Bay of Fires & Lease 65 Full-Day Join-in Tour
Tours • Tasmania

Tasmania Bay of Fires & Lease 65 Full-Day Join-in Tour

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English guided
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★ 4.8 (61) • 1K+ booked
AUD 190.00
Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Tour from Cairns
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Cruises • From Cairns

Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.5 (117) • 5K+ booked
From AUD 159.00
Whitsundays Cruise and Whitehaven Beach Half Day Cruise
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Whitsundays Cruise and Whitehaven Beach Half Day Cruise

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5-7 hrs
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★ 4.5 (39) • 3K+ booked
AUD 159.00
Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns
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Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns

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★ 4.3 (26) • 2K+ booked
From AUD 109.00
Moore Reef Full Day Tour by Sunlover Reef Cruises
Cruises • From Cairns

Moore Reef Full Day Tour by Sunlover Reef Cruises

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★ 4.4 (25) • 1K+ booked
AUD 295.00
Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Full Day Cruise
Cruises • From Whitsundays

Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Full Day Cruise

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★ 4.6 (26) • 700+ booked
From AUD 255.00
Whitsundays Scenic Flight Experience from Airlie Beach
Tours • Whitsundays

Whitsundays Scenic Flight Experience from Airlie Beach

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
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★ 5.0 (14) • 700+ booked
AUD 335.00

Hotels in Mackay

Heron Island Resort
Hotels • Mackay

Heron Island Resort

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★ 4.2 (258)
From AUD 311.78
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
Hotels • Mackay

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

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★ 4.1 (483)
From AUD 148.31
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Hotels • Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

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★ 4.7 (104)
From AUD 152.29
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
Hotels • Mackay

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

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★ 4.2 (708)
From AUD 149.31
Mantra Mackay
Hotels • Mackay

Mantra Mackay

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★ 4.4 (801)
From AUD 161.54
DUENDE Sirene Mermaid
Hotels • Mackay

DUENDE Sirene Mermaid

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From AUD 153.94
Coral Cay Resort
Hotels • Mackay

Coral Cay Resort

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★ 4.2 (890)
From AUD 144.05
The Marco Polo
Hotels • Mackay

The Marco Polo

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★ 4.2 (618)
From AUD 133.20
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Hotels • Mackay

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

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★ 4.4 (627)
From AUD 114.44
Shamrock Gardens Motel
Hotels • Mackay

Shamrock Gardens Motel

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★ 4.6 (226)
From AUD 159.41
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
Hotels • Mackay

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

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★ 3.8 (311)
From AUD 119.45
Reef Resort Motel
Hotels • Mackay

Reef Resort Motel

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★ 3.8 (312)
From AUD 130.54

Reviews of Mackay activities

Alci ********
2025-10-04 08:05:58
Fantastic 5.0
worth the visit , you can do so many things in a single day . good for people who don’t have much time
LEE *********
2025-07-01 00:29:50
Fantastic 5.0
It was good because it went according to schedule. The pilot was friendly and the weather was a bit disappointing, but other than that it was good. The plane did look a bit old.
Say ********
2025-10-12 11:15:16
Fantastic 5.0
A bit oricey but definitely worth it. Seeing the Whitsundays from above is a must, or if you don't have time for a full day tour to the islands, do consider this. One of the highlights of our trip!
Klook User
2025-07-24 09:11:02
Fantastic 5.0
This is probably the best tour we have ever been on! Merryn and Hayden were such great and enthusiastic crew. We saw humpback whales and then swam with turtles at two secluded spots off Hook Island! It was such an amazing day and great value for money - also felt very safe on the boat ride!
Fiona *******
2025-09-23 05:26:13
Fantastic 5.0
It was a really fun touring suitable when you just want a half day rather than a fun day.
Harold ******
2025-06-20 10:34:54
Fantastic 5.0
The crew on board was always attentive and very friendly, the food and diving experience were incredible, as was the helicopter flight, giving you one of the best memories of your life.
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2025-07-10 12:59:36
Fantastic 5.0
SCUBA diving can be a bit challenging for the first time. First, ensure the following safety measures: 1. Disclose any medications you are taking, aside from birth control or motion sickness medication. (Some chronic medications may require a doctor's authorization for diving.) 2. Allow 18 hours between a dive and flying. Service details: 1. Transportation to the pier is not included. You are responsible for getting to the pier for check-in. 2. We recommend taking motion sickness medication. If you don't have any, it is available for purchase on board. 3. A simple breakfast and lunch are provided on board. 4. Wetsuits are available for rent. 5. We provide personal fins, diving masks, and storage compartments. There are also shared life jackets available for snorkeling. After boarding and before departure, you will need to fill out a safety notice and health questionnaire. Then, our staff will explain how to use the diving equipment. Once the boat is anchored, you can snorkel and free dive from the back of the boat. SCUBA diving is done in groups. This tour includes stops at two dive sites. Before your SCUBA dive, you will practice on the side of the boat. Then, the instructor will guide you, hand-in-hand, to depths of approximately 10 meters or more. However, first-time divers are not allowed to bring photography equipment. A dive photographer will take photos for everyone. The staff are very helpful, and the Great Barrier Reef is well worth the experience.
Klook User
2025-10-24 01:35:53
Fantastic 5.0
Thisntour was amazing! The staff onboard the boat provided excellent service, educational presentations and wonderful buffet food. The snorkeling was absolutely beautiful and suitable for all levels of experience. If we travel back to Cairns, we’d definitely book this same tour again.
Klook User
2025-11-14 01:43:13
Fantastic 5.0
What an experience we had, just impeccable. The best beach tour ever had in our trip. Klook just made sure we have the best time.

Quick facts about Mackay

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  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1AUD = 1.00AUD

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Dry season offers sunny days and ideal beach conditions.

  • Recommended trip duration

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