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Reefsleep at Great Barrier Reef - 2 Day 1 Night Reef Experience with Single Reefbed Depart from Hamilton Island

  • Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays
  • English
  • 2 days
  • Free Cancellation prior to 21 days of travel date
  • 48 Working Hours Confirmation

Standard Inclusions
  • 1. Scenic return cruise through the Whitsundays to the outer reef
  • 2. Snorkelling with all gear provided, including wetsuits and stinger suits
  • 3. Access to underwater observatory
  • 4. Semi-submarine tour
  • 5. Day 1: morning and afternoon teas, lunch and dinner; Day 2: breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, lunch
  • 6. All beverages including beer and wine (cocktails and spirits at an additional cost)
  • 7. Overnight accommodation in SINGLE Reefbeds under the stars
  • * From 1 January 2022, guests will be required to be fully vaccinated prior to travel. Proof of vaccination will be mandatory at check-in and must be sighted by staff. Any Federal and/or State government directives requiring vaccination before the dates mentioned above will supersede the above dates.

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1 Key Facts

Included

  • 1. Scenic return cruise through the Whitsundays to the outer reef
  • 2. Snorkelling with all gear provided, including wetsuits and stinger suits
  • 3. Access to underwater observatory
  • 4. Semi-submarine tour
  • 5. Day 1: morning and afternoon teas, lunch and dinner; Day 2: breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, lunch
  • 6. All beverages including beer and wine (cocktails and spirits at an additional cost)
  • 7. Overnight accommodation in SINGLE Reefbeds under the stars
  • * From 1 January 2022, guests will be required to be fully vaccinated prior to travel. Proof of vaccination will be mandatory at check-in and must be sighted by staff. Any Federal and/or State government directives requiring vaccination before the dates mentioned above will supersede the above dates.

Not included

  • 1. Transport from/to hotels
  • 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 3. Souvenirs
  • 4. Travel Insurance
Destination Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays
Depature point 【Covid timetable】
● Departs: daily
● Departure Point: Hamilton Island Marina (Address: Hamilton Island Marina, Whitsundays QLD 4803)
● Departure Time^: Day 1 at 09:00
^ Departure times are reference only and subject to availability.
● Return back next day at approximately 17:00


【Normal timetable (After Covid) 】
● Departs: daily, all year round
● Departure Point: Hamilton Island (Address: Hamilton Island Marina, Whitsundays QLD 4803)
● Departure Time^: 09:00
^ Departure times are reference only and subject to availability.
● Return back next day at approximately 17:00
Address 24 The Cove Road, Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) QLD 4802
How to get there Please make your own way to the departure point on the travel date
Reconfirmation requirements Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, departure location and time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming.
Check-in requirements Please arrive at the ticket office 30 minutes prior to the departure time to exchange for ticket/boarding pass before proceeding to the boarding terminal. Passengers that fail to arrive before this time may be classed as no-show.
What to bring/wear ● Small overnight bag with personal towel & toiletries. No toothbrush, toothpaste, or slippers provided
● Change of clothes
● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Swimwear, towel
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Light jacket/sweater for windy or cool days
● Money/credit card for optional purchases
Other info 【Important Post-Covid Service Information】
*For the latest updates during the post-Covid period, please refer to
www.journeybeyond.com/covid-update
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● Minimum age for Reefsleep is 6 years and over accompanied by an adult carer.

● Passengers need to complete a medical declaration before travel.

● Dinner is prepared in advance according to all passengers' pre-orders. hence no amendment is accepted after boarding

● For serious food allergies you must make your own decisions on selecting meals. The staff's comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision.

● Changes may occur due to flight schedule changes and other factors.

● All cruises are subject to sea and weather conditions particularly in the interest of passenger safety. Should the Service Provider be forced to cancel or alter cruises, their liability is limited to offering an alternative cruise or appropriate refund no greater than the fare paid.

● The vessel's Master must at his discretion determine the most appropriate course to ensure acceptable levels of safety and comfort for passengers, crew and other vessels.

● The Service Provider shall not be held responsible for any property loss or damage and/or any claim resulting from personal injury or death arising whilst travelling with the company, participating in activities, on the vessel/pontoon or other company property. This disclaimer applies irrespective of the cause.

● All tours from Port of Airlie will stop at Hamilton Island to drop off and collect guests.

2 Overview

Reefsleep is a two-day/one-night encounter with the Great Barrier Reef – an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sleep under the stars. Exclusive Reefworld at Hardy Reef is your destination – a permanently moored pontoon, located 39 nautical miles from shore on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Swim, snorkel, dive and explore this amazing natural ecosystem.

Reefsleep at Great Barrier Reef - 2 Day 1 Night Reef Experience with Single Reefbed Depart from Hamilton Island

 

Great Barrier Reef

The reef is a World Heritage - listed wonder, and an essential Australian travel experience - and the Whitsundays are right in the heart of it! Perfectly poised just off the central Queensland coast, access to the reef is easy here: step off the beach from your island resort and see what you can see or explore the mesmerising underwater world of the outer reef at the permanently moored pontoon - with snorkelling, and semi-submarine tours.

 

Hardy Reef

Hardy Reef is part of the Great Barrier Reef, off the Whitsundays coast of Australia.

The pontoon sits above colourful Hardy Reef, one of the many thousand small reefs that make up the Great Barrier Reef. A coral wall, home to an ecosystem of magnificent corals and marine life runs adjacent to the pontoon. Hundreds of fish species at Hardy Reef will surprise and delight you - especially the giant groper.

Giving the reef that magical feel is an intricate garden of hard and soft coral thriving in sheltered lagoons. The bright colours and amusing antics of anemone, parrotfish and sometimes even turtles and reef sharks, captivate all. It is common to see tusk fish, cuttlefish, morays, barracudas, unicorn fish, surgeonfish, angelfish, starfish, feather stars and much more.

 

The Experience

Your journey begins with a cruise to the outer reef through the gorgeous Whitsunday Islands - keep an eye out for migrating Humpback Whales between July and September. Out on the reef, go swimming and snorkelling, ride in a semi-submarine and visit the underwater observatory - followed by a generous lunch. Optional upgrades include guided snorkel safaris, scuba-diving and heli-scenic flights.

After the day-trippers head back to shore, the pontoon and the reef are exclusively yours. Enjoy a sunset drink before your evening meal is served on deck, featuring fresh and delicious local produce. Afterwards, head for the pontoon's top level and slip into your cosy swag - it's just you, the ocean and a galaxy of stars.

Dawn on the reef is peaceful and unhurried. There's time for some more snorkelling after breakfast – the reef is all yours to enjoy - or return to the underwater observatory and watch the reef come to life. After lunch, your Cruise Whitsundays vessel returns you to the mainland. Your night on the reef may be over, but your Reefsleep memories will stay with you forever.

 

Highlights and Inclusions
  • Scenic return cruise through the Whitsundays to the outer reef
  • Snorkelling with all gear provided, including wetsuits and stinger suits
  • Access to underwater observatory
  • Semi-submarine guided tour
  • Two morning and two afternoon teas, two lunches, dinner and breakfast
  • All beverages including beer and wine (cocktails and spirits at an additional cost)
  • Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars
  • Optional activities (own expense): guided snorkelling safaris, scuba diving and heli-scenic flights

  

Underwater Observatory

For those who don't want to get wet, you'll still be able to discover the amazing underwater world. The pontoon has a spectacular underwater viewing observatory.

The observatory sits underneath the pontoon. It's an incredible space with one whole side of the room fitted with full length windows, showcasing an amazing wild aquarium of reef life. Only inches from the glass, you'll see colourful schools of fish and you'll also be able to watch the entertaining antics of the divers as they explore their surrounds.

 
Semi submarine

This is the perfect way to explore the reef, learning as you go. On board the semi submarine, there is a reef interpreter providing an informative commentary on all the interesting things you'll see. This is great for all ages and means everyone can see the magic of the reef without even getting into the water.

 

Snorkelling at your leisure

Of course the highlight of visiting the Great Barrier Reef is getting into the water to discover what lies beneath. If you want to see the best of the reef, take a guided Snorkel Safari (optional extra at own expense) or, you're welcome to cruise around at your leisure.

There are marker buoys and ropes clearly indicating the areas you are free to explore and the staff will be happy to provide directions. If you are not confident swimming please make sure you let staff know. There is a lifeguard station, buoyancy aids and instructors for first time snorkellers.

 

Menu

Please download the menu for your peruse

*Menu is reference only and subject to change seasonally without notice.

 

Enjoy a sunset drink before your evening meal is served on deck, featuring fresh and delicious local produce.

Reefsleep is a two-day/one-night encounter with the Great Barrier Reef – an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sleep under the stars

Exclusive Heart Pontoon at Hardy Reef is your destination – a permanently moored pontoon, located 39 nautical miles from shore on the outer Great Barrier Reef

After the day-trippers head back to shore, the pontoon and the reef are exclusively yours

Enjoy a unforgettable sunset like never before

Head for the pontoon's top level and slip into your cosy swag - it's just you, the ocean and a galaxy of stars.

For those who don't want to get wet, you'll still be able to discover the amazing underwater world. The observatory sits underneath the pontoon. It's an incredible space with one whole side of the room fitted with full length windows, showcasing an amazing wild aquarium of reef life.

On board the semi submarine, we have a reef interpreter providing an informative commentary on all the interesting things you'll see.

The Semi Submarine tour is great for all ages and means everyone can see the magic of the reef without even getting into the water.

Of course the highlight of visiting the Great Barrier Reef is getting into the water to discover what lies beneath with snorkelling

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

Overnight accommodation in Reefbeds under the stars

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 21 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 20 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

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