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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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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Scenic Flight Heart Reef, Whitehaven beach from Airlie Beach
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Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns
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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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Outer Reef Pontoon Full Day Tour at Moore Reef
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Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise from Port Douglas
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Reef Magic Pontoon Cruise Tour from Cairns
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Reviews of Mackay activities
Mark **************
2026-07-07 15:02:03
Our tour was delayed by an hour because of bad weather (quite unseasonal, considering winter is supposed to be the "dry season"), but honestly they made the right call!
We had a brief window of okay weather and good visibility over the reefs. The pilot Jesse was very nice and cheerful; he made me sit beside him seeing that I was travelling solo, and honestly it made the experience so much better!
Also, that was one of the smoothest landings I've ever experienced for an aircraft; I didn't even notice we were already on wheels on the runway.
Highly recommend this tour! But allow some flexibility in your schedule as it is a very weather-dependent activity: keep an eye on the forecast 2-3 days before locking in a date.
Klook客路用户
2026-10-03 04:05:03
The scenery starts off amazing 👍. The pilot counts down when approaching the Heart Reef. I'm usually very afraid of turbulence and weightlessness; I took motion sickness medication in advance and was able to manage it well ~ Highly recommended, and the pick-up service was also very thoughtful without a long wait.
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.
Klook会員
2026-10-24 06:26:06
All of the staff members were extremely kind. Also, the path on the way to the nude beach is really slippery and dangerous, so sneakers or sports sandals are recommended. However, the nude beach itself was stunningly beautiful, and from the bottom of my heart, I am so glad I came! The snorkeling gear was clean, too! And... I left something behind on the boat on the way there... When I told them about it, they checked the boat that had returned, and I safely got my belongings back. I was feeling down because of my own carelessness, but the staff were truly so kind that I was able to enjoy the rest of my stay on the island! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.
Chu *****
2026-10-07 00:30:05
The overall service completely met our expectations, and both the crew and instructors were extremely friendly and professional. The underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef is still magnificent, but the impact of coral death and bleaching is definitely noticeable; it is not as glorious as it used to be. We sincerely recommend that anyone who wants to go should do so as soon as possible! Sea conditions vary depending on the weather, so if you are prone to motion sickness, be sure to take seasickness medication in advance so it doesn't ruin your trip.
Klook User
2026-07-22 00:35:55
this is a great trip. it’s very relaxed and when you reach the island you have the freedom to do what you want in terms of paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling, etc. it was pretty cold and rained a lot but still managed to do a fair bit. just relaxing on the beach was not something to enjoy. the boat ride, the crew, the croc spotting was all great. Andy’s knowledge and enthusiasm of all things reef was an honour to be a part of. morning tea and cake was a nice pick me up. lunch was lovely. there was no afternoon tea but all too full from lunch to miss it.
Klook会員
2026-09-18 22:59:08
Since I was a bit nervous about swimming, I opted for the glass-bottom boat and snorkeling package! The glass-bottom boat was amazing; just looking down, I could see beautiful fish and sea turtles, which was truly breathtaking. For snorkeling, I paid an additional AUD 12 to rent a life vest! Just a short distance away, there were schools of colorful fish, and swimming among them myself was a completely different experience. (The fish themselves were actually clearer to see from the glass-bottom boat!) Coin lockers, the souvenir shop, and restaurants all accepted credit card payments!
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. 😍
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