Daily
Rates shown below are in Australian Dollars Per
Person
Valid 01 April 2008 - 31 March 2009
4
Night Northbound Cruise - Every Monday
Rates
per person
Cabin
Twin/Bunk
Stateroom
Twin/Double
Upper
Deck
Twin/Double
Deluxe
Twin/Double
Twin
Share
$1,680
$2,100
$2,320
$2,390
Sole
Occupancy
$2,520
$3,150
$3,480
$2,988
Triple
Share
n/a
$1,614
n/a
n/a
•Special
prices, itineraries and conditions apply on selected
special event cruises.
• Infants: Children 0-2
years free of charge in existing bedding however
not recommended.
•
Prices exclude onboard charges
including but not limited to Government Environmental
Management Charge (EMC) approx
$15
pp and fuel surcharges.
• Note: All rates are
inclusive of Goods & Services Tax (GST)
at the current legislated rate ( Feb 2008)
of 10% and may be subject to variation by the
Government of the day. Captain
Cook Cruises reserves the right to increase
fares
without prior notice, however fully paid guests
will be protected at their booked rate, except
for fuel surcharges, government taxes or other
surcharges. NOTE:Fuel Surcharge of
$15 per person per night (under 3 years free of charge)
Rates,
additional charges and conditions are subject
to change, and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors
and Omissions Excepted210208cm
•
Green Island rainforest discovery walk
• Historic mainland Cooktown
• Two Isles wildlife nesting grounds
• Lizard Island clam gardens and trails
• Ribbon Reef coral gardens
• Marine Naturalist & Dive master
Spectacular
Lizard Island, Cooktown, an historic coastal outpost
and deserted coral cays join rich rainforest and a stunning
ribbon reef as the unforgettable experiences of this
cruise.
Depart
Cairns
Returns
Tuesday
& Friday at 5.00pm - alternate Tuesdays 18
March - 14 October 02 )
Day 1: 4:00pm:
Board your small ship cruise for a 5:00pm departure
from Cairns. As
we depart Cairns and cruise Trinity Bay, there is time
to settle in and discover your ‘home’ for
the next four nights. In the evening, join our crew
and travelling companions on the top deck to enjoy
a glass of champagne as we cruise northward, passing
Double Island and the pretty beachside village of Palm
Cove. Admire a spectacular sunset over the World Heritage-listed
rainforest of the Macalister Range.
Day 2: We
have the morning to discover historical Cooktown.
It was here that the famous explorer
Captain James Cook took refuge during his voyage of
discovery after claiming Australia as a British colony
in 1770. You have the option to visit Cooktown’s
fascinating historical museum, featuring original artefacts
from Cook’s ship – Endeavour. See the original
anchor and cannon, jettisoned overboard after Endeavour
struck a reef and began taking on water. Cooktown is
steeped in history with most stone buildings dating
back almost a century
Enjoy time to discover Cooktown at your own pace. Perhaps
visit the Botanic Gardens, where you may catch
a glimpse of some native Australian wildlife including
Kangaroos and Wallabies.
This afternoon we visit one of the remote uninhabited
islands of the Great Barrier Reef. Join our marine
biologist for a glass bottom boat tour over the colourful
coral gardens and discover some of the 1500 species
of tropical fish that call the reef home. You may wish
to enjoy our first snorkelling opportunity for an up-close
view of the hundreds of varieties of coral growing
on this section of reef. Our experienced crew will
be on hand to provide assistance, advice and guided
snorkelling tours for less experienced swimmers.
Day
3: This morning we awaken moored beside beautiful
Lizard Island. The
energetic may join our guides on a walk to ‘Cook’s
Look’ on the island’s peak. It was from
here, the highest lookout on this part of the reef,
that Captain Cook was able to navigate a safe passage
back through the treacherous waters after repairing
the Endeavour near Cooktown over 200 years ago. A photographer’s
delight, the views from the lookout over the World
Heritage-listed reef and surrounding tropical islands
are magnificent. Lizard Island’s fringing reef,
in the shallow waters just metres off the beach, offers
some fantastic snorkelling opportunities. Discover
giant clams and a profusion of fish. Simply relax on
the beach, join the Marine Biologist for a glass bottom
boat tour, or for the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience,
accompany our Dive Instructor on an unforgettable SCUBA
dive. The choice is yours! This afternoon we cruise
to Ribbon Reef No 9, a spectacular and seldom visited
part of the reef where our activities will include
more snorkelling opportunities and glass bottom boat
tours with the Marine Biologist.
Day
4: The Great Barrier
Reef is not actually one continuous reef, but a series
of thousands of individual coral cays stretching over
1800 miles between the town of Bundaberg and the tip
of Australia at Cape York. We spend today visiting
two of the most spectacular sections of the reef, Ribbon
Reef No 3 and Rachel Carson Reef. Explore the coral
gardens and marine life with guided snorkelling and
glass bottom boat tours. Our Marine Biologist will
explain the natural history and evolution of the reef
and help you discover the local wildlife, which includes
sea turtles, giant clams, rays and over 200 different
species of native birds. Today will also be your last
opportunity to experience the reef through SCUBA diving,
so allow our Dive Instructor to guide you on an unforgettable
experience of a lifetime. This evening, we enjoy our
final memorable
night cruising the Great Barrier Reef.
ay 5: 8:00am: Farewell
our Captain, crew and new-found friends before disembarking
at Trinity Wharf in Cairns.
Note: Due to weather,
tides or mechanical reasons the itinerary may be subject
to change without notice.
Honeymoon
Packages: Standard
Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine in room
on arrival.
Special
Honeymoon Package:
Surcharge of
$80 pp on Stateroom fare including complimentary upgrade
from Stateroom to Top Deck Stateroom (subject to availability
at time of sailing), chauffeur driven limousine transfer (one
way) to or from Cairns airport to Trinity Wharf, bottle of sparkling
wine on arrival, matching his & hers Reef Endeavour t-shirts
on arrival.
Early Booking Saver (EBS) Availability & Discounts: Book
early to secure Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares which represent
discounts of up to 20% on 2008/09 selected Brochure Fares. EBS
fares are capacity controlled. Captain Cook Cruises has set
aside
cabins which are available at these discounted fares. Once these
cabins are sold, fares may revert to a higher fare or the full
Brochure Fare. Savings apply to cruise fares only - they do not
apply to other fees/charges including but not limited to transfers,
shore excursions, fuel surcharges, government taxes or other
fees as applied from time to time.
Onboard Charges - As at 19 April 2006:
The following onboard charges apply to all passengers. These charges
are not included in your cruise fare and are payable at the conclusion
of your cruise. All amounts are charged to your onboard cabin
account, payable at the end of your cruise by credit card, cash
or traveller’s cheque. Please note surcharges are subject
to change.
Fuel Surcharge of
$15 per person per night (under 3 years free of charge)
Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of
$15 per adult (under 3 years free of charge)
General Conditions: Per
person prices in Australian Dollars (AU$). Special prices, itineraries
and conditions apply on selected special event cruises. All bookings
are subject to the terms and conditions of the Passenger Cruise
Contract. Cancellation charges apply. Prices exclude any levies
or surcharges such as credit card surcharges, Environmental Management
Charge or Onboard Charges such as fuel surcharges as applied from
time to time. All rates are inclusive of Australian Goods &
Services Tax (GST 10%) or Fijian Value Added Tax (VAT 12.5%) at
the current legislated rate (Sep 2005) and may be subject to variation
by the Government of the day. Captain Cook Cruises reserves the
right to increase fares without prior notice, however fully paid
guests will be protected at their booked rate, except for fuel
surcharges, government taxes or other surcharges.
Confirmation of Bookings:
Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of a deposit of
$200 per person, and acceptance of the terms and conditions
of the Passenger Cruise Contract. Final payment of the cruise
fare must be made at least 60 days before sailing otherwise bookings
will be cancelled.
Cancellations & Refunds
All cancellations are subject to an
$50 administration fee per person. Cancellation fees,
less the administration fee, may be applied to another cruise
if completed within 12 months of original booking. Cancellations
received inside 60 days of sailing will be subject to cancellation
charges at the following rates:
CANCELLATION
within
30-59 days
$200 pp
deposit
within
15-29 days
50%
of fare
14 days
or less
100%
of fare
no-shows
at sailing
100%
of fare
Special
cancellation and payment policies apply to groups of 15 or
more.
It is strongly recommended that passengers take out cancellation
and travel insurance from the time of deposit. It is your responsibility
to ensure you have the necessary passports and visas.
For your comfort it may be necessary to amend itineraries or arrangements
due to weather or other operational needs. Captain Cook Cruises
reserves the right to vary fares, cabin allocation, itineraries,
vessels, schedules and conditions of cruise without notice.
