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Dunk Island Day Tour | Cairns Day Return

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Cairns City, AU
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Dunk Island Day Tour | Cairns Day Return

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Cairns City, AU
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Mission Beach and Dunk Island with our exhilarating day tour. Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Cassowary Coast as you explore picturesque beaches, hike through lush national parks, and indulge in a sunset dinner. Our purpose-built fast-cat island ferry ensures a comfortable and pleasurable voyage, with deluxe outside seating on the upper deck and 45 high back coach-style seats on the main deck. Spend nearly six hours on Dunk Island, immersing yourself in its pristine nature and enjoying the island's wonderful walking trails. Whether you're a thrill-seeking hiker or a soft adventure seeker, Dunk Island is sure to captivate you. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the jewel of Far North Queensland and create magical memories on the Cassowary Coast.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 12 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Adventure lovers best day out
  • Explore Mission Beach and Dunk Island
  • Comfortable voyage and pleasurable experience
  • Indulge in Dunk Island's wonderful walks
  • Magical day south of Cairns on the Cassowary Coast
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Hand Luggage - 1 piece, max 5kg per person
  • Priority Boarding arriving at Ferry-X
  • Checked Baggage, Eskys and/or other cargo
  • Any other incidental not included

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Introduction

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Far North Queensland with the Dunk Island Day Tour, a thrilling adventure that promises to leave adventure lovers with memories to last a lifetime. This exciting tour takes you from Cairns to Mission Beach and then onto the enchanting Dunk Island. With its palm-fringed beaches, lush rainforests, and stunning walking trails, Dunk Island is truly a nature lover's paradise. Departing from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, this tour offers a comfortable and enjoyable journey on our purpose-built fast-cat island ferry. The main deck features high back coach-style seating and a fully licensed bar, while the upper deck offers deluxe outside seating.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect a total duration of approximately 750 minutes, giving you ample time to explore the wonders of Dunk Island. Upon arriving at the island, you'll have around 5.5 hours to indulge in the various walking trails and bask in the beauty of the palm-fringed beaches. Whether you're an experienced hiker or an avid explorer, Dunk Island offers a range of trails suitable for all levels of fitness. From the jetty, you can follow the beach until you reach the track signs leading to Muggy Muggy Beach and Mount Kootaloo, with options for easy to moderate hikes. You can also enjoy swimming at Brammo Bay and Muggy Muggy Beach, where you may even have the opportunity for some marine life snorkeling.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for soft adventure seekers who crave an unforgettable day out in the picturesque Cassowary Coast. Whether you're a nature lover, beach enthusiast, or simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, the Dunk Island Day Tour offers something for everyone. Adventurous souls of all ages will be captivated by the island's stunning landscapes, making it an ideal experience for families, friends, and solo travelers alike.

Why book this?

The Dunk Island Day Tour stands out as one of the most exceptional experiences in Far North Queensland. From the moment you step on board our purpose-built fast-cat island ferry, you'll be treated to a comfortable and pleasurable journey. The high back coach-style seating on the main deck ensures your utmost comfort, while the fully licensed bar allows you to savor refreshing drinks throughout the trip. The upper deck offers deluxe outside seating, allowing you to soak up the stunning scenery as you sail to Dunk Island. With approximately 5.5 hours to explore the island, you'll have ample time to immerse yourself in its natural wonders. From the palm-fringed beaches to the captivating walking trails, Dunk Island offers an adventure of a lifetime.

Good to know

During the journey from Cairns to Mission Beach, you'll have the opportunity to marvel at the breathtaking views of Queensland's highest mountains, Mount Bartle Frere and Mount Bellenden Kerr. As you travel through Djiru National Park, keep an eye out for the rare and elusive cassowary. This tour includes a light breakfast, ensuring you're fueled and ready for the exciting day ahead. Please note that the departure time from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal is 6.30 am, and it's essential to arrive on time, as the coach cannot wait for late passengers.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on the Dunk Island Day Tour have shared their excitement and satisfaction with this incredible experience. They have praised the comfortable ferry ride, the stunning natural beauty of Dunk Island, and the variety of walking trails available. This tour has left visitors in awe of the pristine beaches and the opportunity to witness the marine life while snorkeling. Travelers have highly recommended this tour to anyone seeking an unforgettable adventure in Far North Queensland.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Dunk Island

Dunk Island is covered mostly in national park, the tropical island is a nature lover’s playground with beautiful walking trails and palm-fringed beaches. From the jetty, make a left and follow the beach until you reach the track signs leading to Muggy Muggy Beach and Mount Kootaloo. The are 6 different versions of the hikes possible from easy to moderate. There also great swimming from Brammo Bay as well as Muggy Muggy Beach where some marine life snorkelling is possible. Scenic coast ferry ride and marina boarding process with a light breakfast (included) within this time allocation (5.5 hours actually on the island 9.30am - 3.00pm)

Djiru National Park

The journey to Mission Beach normally takes just under 2 hours from Cairns in each direction. But the journey is well worth it. You'll pass by Queensland's two highest maintains Mount Bartle Frere and Mount Bellenden Kerr. You'll pass by canfields and banana farms, see how the locals live. Then, when we turn off the highway you'll travel through dense Djiru National Park where you may be lucky to spot a wild cassowary.

Reviews

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5 (2)

k405AD

The weather wasn’t great in the morning and all other passengers postponed their trips. The boys still took 2 of us to Dunk where we had the whole island to ourselves. Beautiful walls, beautiful views, exceptional service highly recommend.

662kylah

Lovely lunch, great set up with the chairs and umbrella, and amazing view from the top of the mountain! Really nice crew on the boat.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-07 09:32