| Day
1 |
This morning guests will depart Cairns for Horn Island (flight included). Here they will
be transferred to the True North via the ship's helicopter (also included) before joining our coach
tour of Thursday Island. There will be opportunities to meet the local people, to shop for local art
and, to just wander around this idyllic island community! Then it's back onboard for an afternoon
cruise and a sunset shore excursion to Cape York - a unique photo opportunity on the northern
most tip of Australia!
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| Day
2 |
Start the day with some trolling and bottom fishing, explore the Macmillan River and then spend
the rest of the day on beautiful Forbes Island. Enjoy a picnic lunch, snorkel in crystal clear waters,
visit nearby sand cays and 'have a go' at the beach activities!
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| Day
3 |
At Davie Reef the delights of the Great Barrier Reef are just a fin kick away - and in swimming
pool like conditions you will be astounded by the colours of corals and fish alike! A day devoted
to swimming, snorkelling & diving. |
| Day
4 |
Down a rainforest fringed coast to Lizard Island - here a hike up to Cook's Look is a must! There
is more world class snorkelling including the giant clam gardens. Beautiful palm lined beaches,
rainforest, and breathtaking coral - does it get any better? Yes it does - something very special
this afternoon when we visit the famed Cod Hole where everyone gets an opportunity to hand
feed the giant potato cod!
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| Day
5 |
Lizard Island and another day devoted to swimming, snorkelling & diving! There will also be
opportunities for scenic flights in the helicopter and reef fishing.
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| Day
6 |
Last chance for a swim on the Great Barrier Reef as the True North graces Ribbon Reef #3. Then
take a coach tour of Cooktown and the surrounding mountains before spending some free time
shopping for gifts and, getting to know the locals! Then it's back onboard for a farewell dinner to
remember and the overnight cruise into Cairns.
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| Day
7 |
Our arrival in Cairns is in time for an early morning coach transfer to your accommodation or
connecting flights - our crew is already looking forward to the next opportunity to welcome you
aboard the TRUE NORTH!
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