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reef odyssey

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Reef Odyssey is a 35 metre expedition style cruise vessel, providing guests with the utmost comfort and stability. Reef Odyssel caters for a maximum of 39 guests. This cruise explores the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands their fringing reefs, bays, beaches and rainforests.  Experience the amazing underwater world first hand knowing you are creating lifetime memories. For those not wanting to get their feet wet you can board one of the ship's glass bottom boats for a "dry" insight into this other world.

Guests on Reef Odyssey can stroll the white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach, take a swim in its crystal clear waters, then sit back with your favourite drink and take in the splendour of the Whitsundays at sunset. Guests have the opportunity to participate in guided walks through this World Heritage area with Reef Odyssey’s own marine biology guide will accompany guests on snorkelling tours and island rainforest walks.

Cruising time is kept to a minimum allowing maximum time for exploring the reef and islands. At night Reef Odyssey anchors in sheltered coves or lagoons, allowing a peaceful uninterrupted sleep.  Accommodation is available in cabins, staterooms and deluxe staterooms, all with private en-suites. The ship is fully air-conditioned and has comfortable lounge areas, dining room and cocktail bar.

accommodation

Deluxe stateroom: (6), queen size bed, air conditioning and private facilities

Double stateroom: (3), double bed, air conditioning and private facilities

Twin cabins: (9), upper and lower single beds, air conditioning and private facilities

Triple cabin: (1), 2 single beds and an upper berth, air conditioning and private facilities

dining

In the evening, enjoy a pre dinner drink at the cocktail bar before indulging in superb cuisine in Reef Odyssey's classic dining room. Dinner is a la carte and features fresh Barrier Reef seafood and local delicacies. Enjoy the company and camaraderie of fellow passengers whilst exchanging stories of the day's events. After dinner you might like to try your hand at fishing. The chef will be more than happy to cook your catch of the day.

facilities

large observation and sundeck reference library cocktail bar and lounge area glass bottom boats guided walks and snorkelling tours presentations by marine biology guide Deck plan

itinerary options

3 Night Cruise Depart from Shute Harbour on Saturday and cruise to Hamilton Island, famous Whitehaven Beach, Hardy Reef and Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island. Arrive into Shute Harbour on Day 4 at 12.00 noon. More Info.

3 Night Cruise Depart from Shute Harbour on Tuesday and cruise to Hamilton Island, famous Whitehaven Beach, Black Reef and South Molle Island. Arrive into Shute Harbour on Day 4 at 12.00 noon. More Info.

6 Night Cruise Depart from Shute Harbour on Saturday. Combine the two 3 night cruises for an extended Whitsunday getaway. Arrive into Shute Harbour on Day 7 at 12.00 noon.

departures

* Departures from Hamilton Island are also available.

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additional information

• Rates: are per person per cruise and in Australian Dollars including GST.
• Children: 4-14 years. Rates are available in twin cabins only
  
• Includes: 3 Meals a day including morning & afternoon teas, snorkel equipment
  
• Excludes: Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Reef tax of $25 per person payable on board. Scuba Diving $85.00 per person payable on board and includes all gear, tank fill and dive instructor. Transfers.
  
• What to bring: Soft soles shoes for the beach, hat, sunglasses, beach towel, sunscreen, swimmers and casual clothing, soft luggage only - no suitcases
  
• Cancellation fees: Cancellation fees and conditions apply for bookings cancelled inside 60 days of travel.