Time zone
GMT +10:00
No time difference
Currency
Australian Dollar
1EUR = 1.63AUD
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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English guided
Free cancellation
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€ 66.35
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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Snorkel or Dive Tour from Cairns
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Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour
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English guided
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Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven beach from Airlie Beach
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€ 239.95
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Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns
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€ 99.55
Great Barrier Reef Classic Scenic Flight from Cairns
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Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns
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Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Experience
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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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Outer Reef Pontoon Full Day Tour at Moore Reef
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€ 217.45
Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise from Port Douglas
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€ 238.85
Reef Magic Pontoon Cruise Tour from Cairns
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€ 229.65
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Reviews of Mackay activities
Klook 用戶
2026-10-05 00:27:23
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.
Josel ******************
2026-10-20 20:07:52
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. 😍
Klook会員
2026-09-07 02:33:40
We participated in an afternoon departure on a pleasantly cool spring day. On the way there, we encountered whales! An announcement was made, and we stopped for a while to watch them. At Green Island, snorkeling was canceled that day due to a crocodile sighting, so we went on a glass-bottom boat tour instead. We could have still gone into the ocean, but we decided to enjoy the island's walking trails, which led to several small beaches. Before heading back, we dipped our feet in the water.
Liyi **
2026-07-01 04:28:26
Excellent experience! Thr Great Barrier Reef is definitely worth going! Sunlovers boat was really nice compared to other boats. The guides to the SeaWalker and the Scuber Diving were excellent. We also had the best snorkeling experience !
You *******
2026-10-28 12:04:46
Safety: During free snorkeling, there are many instructors keeping an eye on you at the same time. Floating equipment is provided, so even if you don't know how to swim, you don't need to worry.
Equipment: You only need to bring your own towel and swimsuit; everything else is provided.
Location: It takes 3 hours by boat from Airlie Port, with 4 hours of free time at the destination. The boat provides plenty of food and drinking water, so there is no need to bring your own snacks. However, the coral bleaching is a bit severe.
Noorlisawati ***********
2026-06-30 12:35:12
Nice island getaway with a relaxing vibe
We joined a day trip to Fitzroy Island and overall had a nice experience. The boat ride from the marina took about 45 minutes, which was quite manageable.
The weather in the days before our trip had been rainy, so the guide let us know in advance that the water might not be very clear. Even so, it was still enjoyable to spend time on the island and go into the water. The beach we were at had corals instead of soft sand, so it was a bit harder and more slippery to walk on, something visitors may want to be prepared for. We still managed to see a few fishes and corals while snorkelling.
Overall, it was a relaxing and pleasant day trip, especially if you want to enjoy island scenery and spend some time by the water. I’d recommend bringing suitable footwear for the coral beach and managing expectations depending on recent weather conditions.
Klook会員
2026-09-30 10:32:39
Although it was a half-day tour, lunch was included, and we were able to fully enjoy the Great Barrier Reef—we were extremely satisfied! We received an email a couple of days beforehand asking us to call to choose between snorkeling or the glass-bottom boat, but they were able to assist us via email instead. I had heard that the boat causes motion sickness, but I didn't get that sick at all. Overall, it was a thoroughly satisfying tour.
Joy ****
2026-10-03 12:59:07
This was my first time snorkelling and the staff made be feel at ease by reassuring me and constantly checking up on me while not giving me any pressure. I had a great time in the water! I also loved how much there was to do on this Pontoin, even if you did not go snorkelling! 5 hours truly flies by. Part of the reason I chose Reef Magic was because I heard they conducted reef conservation work and I was happy to actually see the Marine Biologists dive for broken coral for reef recovery. WARNING: bring seasickness medicine even if you don't normally get sea sick. The ride to the Outer Reef was rough. The lunch buffet looked delicious but I was too nauseous to fully enjoy it.
Klook User
2026-06-11 23:35:59
Our second time out with Quicksilver and can't fault the staff and the day on the reef, a must do experience.
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