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Mackay Island and Reef Cruises

They are a proudly Australian owned and operated company. Their experienced and friendly crew will provide you with the ultimate cruise to the Southern Whitsunday Islands. Reef Goddess is an elegant and comfortable cruise vessel that accommodates up to 64 people. She is 20 metres in length and comfortably cruises at 20 knots with a top speed of 25 knots. The vessel is powered by twin 1000 horse power Mercedes Benz MTU engines and is equipped with state of the art communication/navigational entertainment systems, separate lounge area, toilets, fully licensed bar, showers, change room, snorkelling and dive platform.Your journey is as important as your destination. It’s an experience all about you. Be interactive or simply enjoy the freedom of sea, sky and secluded pristine sandy beaches. Reef Goddess is ideal for Private and Corporate charters or for that special occasion or event.

Island Transfers, Day Trips, Sunset Cruises, Private and Corporate Charters.

All cruises depart from Mackay Marina Harbour. Mackay Island and Reef Cruises office, reservations and check-in is conveniently located at the Mackay Marina Village office, Mulherin Drive, North Mackay.

Touring Options

Half Day Island Cruise

Enjoy half a day of swimming, snorkeling and relaxing on your Sunday. Late start of 12 noon means everyone get a sleep in and church goers won’t miss a beat.

Sunset Cruises

A perfect way to end the day or begin your evening with that special person, family or group of friends.

Discover the delights of evening cruising. Be welcomed onboard the Reef Goddess and cruise the foreshores of Mackay while watching the sunset in style. Relax after a busy day listening to the music, sip on a cold beverage accompanied by savoury delights. Departs Mackay Marina Harbour Fridays and Saturdays 5.30 p.m. and return approximately 7.30 p.m.

Scawfell Island Day Trip

The Reef Goddess will transport you to another world, cruising through the warm tropical waters of the Southern Whitsunday Islands to your secluded island destination. Enjoy the day swimming, snorkeling or diving over magnificent unspoilt corals and marine life. Sun, fun and total relaxation on the islands pristine sandy beaches is the order of the day. Departs Mackay Marina Harbour 8.30 a.m. and returns approximately 4.00 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays.

Website: www.islandreefcruises.com

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