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Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour
Tours • From Cairns

Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour

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English guided
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★ 4.4 (134) • 4K+ booked
From RM 337.39
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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★ 4.6 (164) • 3K+ booked
From RM 1,037.05
Whitsundays Cruise and Whitehaven Beach Half Day Tour
Cruises • Queensland

Whitsundays Cruise and Whitehaven Beach Half Day Tour

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5-7 hrs
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★ 4.5 (39) • 3K+ booked
RM 439.70
Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Guided Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.5 (122) • 6K+ booked
From RM 441.00
Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns

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★ 4.3 (27) • 1K+ booked
From RM 290.39
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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.7 (223) • 5K+ booked
From RM 732.85
Moore Reef Full Day Tour
Cruises • From Cairns

Moore Reef Full Day Tour

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★ 4.3 (27) • 1K+ booked
RM 815.80
Whitsundays Scenic Flight Experience from Airlie Beach
Tours • Whitsundays

Whitsundays Scenic Flight Experience from Airlie Beach

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Up to 3 hrs
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★ 5.0 (14) • 800+ booked
RM 926.45
Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities
Water activities • From Cairns

Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities

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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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★ 4.5 (124) • 3K+ booked
From RM 268.25
Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Half Day Green Island Reef Cruise from Cairns

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★ 4.3 (29) • 2K+ booked
From RM 301.45
Bay of Fires & Binalong Bay Full-Day Tour
Tours • Tasmania

Bay of Fires & Binalong Bay Full-Day Tour

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★ 4.8 (64) • 1K+ booked
RM 525.45
Fly Raft Experience with Scenic Flight and Ocean Rafting
Water activities • Queensland

Fly Raft Experience with Scenic Flight and Ocean Rafting

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7+ hrs
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★ 4.8 (23) • 400+ booked
RM 1,479.50

Hotels in Mackay

Coral Cay Resort
Hotels • Mackay

Coral Cay Resort

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★ 4.2 (898)
From RM 368.33
Heron Island Resort
Hotels • Mackay

Heron Island Resort

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★ 4.2 (258)
From RM 856.86
Paradise Lodge Motel
Hotels • Mackay

Paradise Lodge Motel

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★ 3.2 (51)
From RM 288.35
The Marco Polo
Hotels • Mackay

The Marco Polo

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★ 4.3 (645)
From RM 357.13
Mantra Mackay
Hotels • Mackay

Mantra Mackay

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★ 4.4 (810)
From RM 439.09
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Hotels • Mackay

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

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★ 4.4 (627)
From RM 333.91
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
Hotels • Mackay

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

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★ 4.2 (717)
From RM 413.20
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
Hotels • Mackay

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

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★ 4.1 (483)
From RM 404.63
Shamrock Gardens Motel
Hotels • Mackay

Shamrock Gardens Motel

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★ 4.6 (234)
From RM 422.92
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
Hotels • Mackay

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

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★ 3.8 (319)
From RM 325.30
Mackay Resort Motel
Hotels • Mackay

Mackay Resort Motel

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★ 4.4 (940)
From RM 415.36
Discovery Parks - Mackay
Hotels • Mackay

Discovery Parks - Mackay

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★ 3.8 (195)
From RM 338.86

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
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
2025-12-24 22:57:42
Fantastic 5.0
We were on wipeout the caption was amazing fun! He was fun and funny trying to make every moment count! Hailey was amazing, very friendly, helpful, and approachable. Even when there was a minor incident! Our crew was the first on the scene to help and helped every other boat get launched and out and launched us by themselves. It was cool to be with the rock star team; I felt safe and secure. I would recommend this excursion with ocean rafting to everyone! Great group of people!
Klook User
2026-02-05 07:59:53
Fantastic 5.0
DAVE was an absolute gem. Through out the tour he was explaining and informing us about everything Tasmania like an encyclopedia, amazing knowledge. remembered everyone’s names. made sure everyone was happy and rested and got enough toilet breaks on the way. I would book the tour JUST to interact with Dave next time.
Klook User
2025-11-15 22:11:42
Fantastic 5.0
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.
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.
CHU *****
2026-02-10 01:06:26
Fantastic 5.0
All the crew along the way were very friendly and professional, with staff of different nationalities, and even a very kind Hong Kong crew. Although it was raining inland, it was clear and sunny when we got to the center of the sea. We went to two reefs along the way, and an introductory dive was arranged. There was a detailed explanation first, and then an instructor took three guests, ensuring safety throughout the whole process. A photographer was underwater capturing everyone's photos all the time. I recommend adding the helicopter experience, which is definitely an unforgettable view. The facilities on the boat were cleaner than expected. I also strongly suggest buying seasickness pills for three Australian dollars per person in advance.
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.
王 **
2025-08-22 13:17:10
Fantastic 5.0
This company is Down Under Cruise & Dive, and the boat is the Evolution. The first dive site will be either Saxon or Norman Reef, and the second will be Hastings Reef. Lunch is excellent, with steak, fish, shrimp, and salad. On the return trip, there will be cheese, crackers, and a glass of red/white wine. The overall itinerary is well-organized, and although there are many tourists (150+), it doesn't feel chaotic. Safety measures are good, with lifeguards monitoring and headcounts taken before leaving each site. Staff constantly patrol and ask if everyone is okay. Scuba divers are seated on the second level, while snorkelers are on the first. Certified divers can purchase a second or third dive ($80). Certified divers will be led by a dive guide, which is mandatory, so there's an on-site payment required ($10). The boat sells motion sickness medication, beverages, alcoholic drinks, waterproof phone pouches, etc. The staff all speak English, so it's best to have a certain level of English proficiency.

Quick facts about Mackay

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  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1MYR = 0.36AUD

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Dry season offers sunny days and ideal beach conditions.

  • Recommended trip duration

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