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Sunsea Cruises

Sunsea Cruises invites you to experience the Great Barrier Reef just off the Townsville coast in sunny North Queensland.

In under two hours, they will have their clients snorkelling or diving through the crystal clear waters, discovering the unbelievable colours of the tropical fish and coral.

Sunsea Cruises visits pristine John Brewer Reef four days per weeks and takes a maximum of 150 passengers to keep the experience personal and uncrowded for passengers. Days of operation are Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Touring Options

Sunsea Cruises Reef Experience

The ‘Reef Cat’ departs for John Brewer Reef from the Breakwater Terminal at 8.30 a.m. however passengers should check in at the terminal no later than 8.00 a.m. Parking is available at the terminal, or there is additional parking at Townsville Enterprise (directly across the road from the Sunferries Terminal).

The ‘Reef Cat’ then heads to Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island, departing at 9.00 a.m. Magnetic Island passengers are advised to be at Nelly Bay jetty by 8.30 a.m. Return times are 5.00 p.m. to Nelly Bay and 5.25 p.m. to Breakwater Terminal.

Popular Activities

  • Cruising
  • Swimming
  • National Park
  • Adventure
  • Wildlife
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Reef
  • World Heritage

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When planning your visit to Townsville, finding the perfect place to stay is essential to making the most of your trip. Located conveniently near Sunsea Cruises, you can find accommodation that provide comfort and easy access to all the exciting activities and attractions Townsville has to offer.

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