CATAMARAN CRUISES · AUSTRALIA
Good australia catamaran cruises fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Cairns’ 9-hour Great Barrier Reef catamaran cruise, with two outer reef stops, snorkeling, scuba, lunch, eco talks, and practical tips.
“It was awesome! Very friendly crew and great food. Very informative! Perfect snorkel spots!”
Review of Passions of Paradise, a full-day Cairns catamaran cruise with two reef stops, snorkeling, scuba, lunch, and expert crew.
“First time snorkeling the great barrier reef. All the way from Alaska, USA. It was an amazing day good vibes and great weather. Thanks so much”
Review of Cairns’ Spirit of Cairns dinner cruise, with sunset views, Trinity Inlet scenery, buffet details, price, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great food, friendly staff, outstanding music performer, charming atmosphere, comfortable vessel, great night out on the water!”
Review of Sydney’s 150-minute Fantasea whale watching catamaran, with fast ocean access, open decks, whale sightings, and practical tips.
“The cruise was too good, we had quite some sightings of dolphins. But not recommended for people with sea-sickness.”
Sail Port Douglas at sunset on a luxury catamaran with a welcome drink, hot canapés, smooth sailing, and Daintree coast views.
“Absolutely fantastic. Beautiful sunset. Definitely recommend doing this sunset cruise”
Review of Sydney’s 1-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with harbor views, snacks, BYOB drinks, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“Loved the journey. Food and drinks were good. Phil and Juana were awesome. It ended up raining but we had the best time!”
Review of Sailaway’s 9-hour Port Douglas Outer Reef cruise, with snorkeling, Mackay Cay, lunch, marine guides, and practical booking advice.
“Perfect event! Great catamaran, crew, spots for snorkeling, food and drinks! One of the best trips we ever had! A lot of space on the boat, only about 25 guests! The small sandy island is very nice. We saw turtles and a shark chasing some stingrays!”
Review the Glenelg Twilight Catamaran Cruise, with sunset views, a drink, practical tips, pricing, access, and who should book.
“A bit of commentary about the area wools have been good.”
Review Broome’s 3.5-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with hotel pickup, canapés, boom net swimming, sunset views, and drinks for purchase.
“This is a must-do activity when visiting Broome. The crew is so friendly that everyone naturally gelled as if we were old friends, joining in singing along with the music and generally having a wonderful time. The sunset is spectacular and the whales added to the spectacle. As the evening passed the mood was so peaceful and thoroghly enjoyable. The staff were very attentive, constantly serving delicious capapes / snacks and drinks. They still managed to find time to chat. One of the best evenings ever!”
Spend a full day at Michaelmas Cay on a spacious sailing catamaran with reef viewing, snorkeling, lunch, and marine life talks.
“The whole crew Was fantastic! they seem to be happy to answer any questions you have and help you in any way they can. because I was not planning to go into the water I took the semi submersible submarine that had windows for viewing the corals and fishes. it was very good as well as the information presented. I was blessed with seeing a turtle on top of the water when we first got docked close to the island. I have plenty of food and drinks for you to enjoy. the island was interesting with all its Birds. and I even gave in and walked almost waist high into…”
See Vivid Sydney from a spacious 55-foot catamaran with a welcome drink, harbour views, indoor seating, and room for only 70 people.
“It was really good. My both kids enj8yed alot. They danced 💃 on the cruise.”
Review of Sailaway Port Douglas Low Isles cruise, with snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, heritage walk, food, drinks, and sunset sailing.
“The friendliness of the staff The scenery The information”
Review of Sailaway’s Port Douglas Low Isles cruise, with small groups, guided snorkeling, coral gardens, lunch, and practical booking advice.
“Amazing. Beautiful boat. Wonderful staff. Amazing food. Gorgeous setting.”
See Vivid Sydney from a small catamaran with antipasto, BYO drinks, close-up harbour views, and a relaxed 90-minute evening cruise.
“Crew were great fantastic way to see Vivid Nice number of people on board loved it recommend it to my friends”
Review of Nelson Bay’s 3-hour whale and dolphin cruise, with practical tips on sightings, boats, price, weather, parking, and value.
“This is a great way to spend a few hours. Captain and crew are knowledgeable, helpful and courteous, taking the time to explain the pre and post-European history of the area, as well as the wildlife spotted. We'll be back.”
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