Time zone
GMT +10:00
No time difference
Currency
Australian Dollar
1NZD = 0.86AUD
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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NZ$ 141.10
Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour
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NZ$ 433.75
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
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NZ$ 307.35
Whitsundays Cruise and Whitehaven Beach Half Day Tour
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5-7 hrs
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NZ$ 183.90
Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns
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NZ$ 183.90
Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
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NZ$ 121.45
Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns
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NZ$ 126.09
Whitsundays Scenic Flight Experience from Airlie Beach
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Up to 3 hrs
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NZ$ 387.49
Moore Reef Full Day Tour
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NZ$ 341.19
Fly Raft Experience with Scenic Flight and Ocean Rafting
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7+ hrs
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NZ$ 618.79
Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities
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NZ$ 112.19
Frankland Islands Reef Cruises
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7+ hrs
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NZ$ 202.40
Hotels in Mackay
Coral Cay Resort
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NZ$ 155.49
Heron Island Resort
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NZ$ 360.22
The Marco Polo
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NZ$ 150.76
Mantra Mackay
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NZ$ 184.60
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
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NZ$ 140.96
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
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NZ$ 174.43
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
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NZ$ 169.50
Shamrock Gardens Motel
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NZ$ 177.16
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
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NZ$ 136.27
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
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NZ$ 173.98
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
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NZ$ 172.69
Reviews of Mackay activities
Alci ********
2025-10-04 08:05:58
worth the visit , you can do so many things in a single day . good for people who don’t have much time
Klook User
2025-07-24 09:11:02
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!
Say ********
2025-10-12 11:15:16
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
2025-11-15 22:11:42
It was amazing! They even gave me extra 10 min flight! They were 10 min late to pick me up though. All in all, I was satisfied with them.
Yuen *********
2025-08-07 06:14:52
the itinerary was great. David was an excellent guide and driver that he gave wide variety of information during the whole trip. love the rainforest walk, pacific oysters and of course bay of fire.
Fiona *******
2025-09-23 05:26:13
It was a really fun touring suitable when you just want a half day rather than a fun day.
Klook User
2025-10-24 01:35:53
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.
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2025-12-15 06:06:23
I can't speak English at all, but there were 4 or 5 Japanese staff members, so I had no problems. Since I was participating alone, I was worried, but they spoke to me several times and were very kind. There were also a few Japanese participants. It's the same boat that goes to Green Island, so it stops at Green Island first, where about 80% of the people get off. Those going to the pontoon remain on the boat and head there. The rental snorkel set and wetsuit were clean. There was curry for lunch, which suited Japanese tastes well. I was hungry after swimming, so the curry was a welcome treat. You can't see much coral at Green Island, so I recommend the pontoon for those who want to see coral reefs.
PAN ********
2025-07-21 10:12:31
Service: Eddie's service is truly remarkable 😎 (and he's also very funny)
Itinerary: But I wish there was more time for diving 🤿 (because I participated in many activities, so I could only dive once... I really regret it)
Value for money: Definitely participate in all the activities on the Great Barrier Reef
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