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Liveaboard - Dive Wheeler Reef & SS Yongala Wreck

From $540 AUD

*Local Payment AU$80

Trip Information
Starts In: Prior to 3.00pm to complete booking pass – 252 Walker Street, Townsville
Ends In: approx 5:00pm Breakwater Marina, Townsville
Duration: 2 Days.
Departs: Friday 7.00pm (boarding)
Group Size: 20
Transport: Sea Esta - 17 metre mono-hull
Accommodation: Quad Share
Activity: Liveaboard & Diving
Ages: Open (Cannot dive the Yongala with less than 6 dives)
Tour Code: LIVEABOARD2D2N
Operator Code: ADRENTSV

Countries Visited
Australia
Trip Highlights
  • 6 dives including 1 night dive
  • Meals and accommodation
  • All bed linen and 2 night’s accommodation in air conditioned cabins
  • Accommodation for 20 passengers in double, twin & quad-share berths
  • Budget-style Air-conditioned Cabins
  • Large Fully Equipped Dive Deck
  • BBQ/Entertainment Deck
Full Itinerary
The absolute best way to see the Great Barrier Reef is to live there. See the stunning array of wild life waking up to an explosion of colour and activity. Dive and snorkel into the evening as daylight softly moves to dusk.

Be a part of the reef settling down for the night as the last rays of sunlight bathe Wheeler Reef’s beautiful coral cay. (Island)

The scene is set - two whole days of diving and snorkeling two of the wondrous pearls that go to make up the exquisite necklace that is the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy diving or snorkeling on some of the most pristine reefs within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Experience unlimited visibility at Wheeler Reef, the myriad of gullies and canyons at Keeper Reef or Davies Reef and then, Australia's best dive - The Yongala Wreck. 
                      
 It's a dive experience you'll remember for the rest of your life!

One of diving’s Seven Wonders of the World….The SS YONGALA…… Over 100 meters of the most amazing Wreck and Wildlife experienced anywhere in the world. Voted: AUSTRALIA’S BEST DIVE

Why is she so raved about?
She sank nearly 100 years ago during a cyclone in 28 metres of water. Being the only underwater structure for miles around, she attracts a vast array of wildlife including WHALES, SHARKS, MANTAS, SNAKES, TURTLES, to name just a few. Often wildlife found on the Yongala are much larger than the books state they grow. Fantastic!
Departing with a maximum of just 20 guests twice a week, we cruise through the night to arrive at our stunning Outer Reefs, in plenty of time for you to see the sun rise over the Great Barrier Reef.

Brief Itinerary:

  • Boarding Friday evening 7:00pm
  • Saturday -  3 dives on beautiful Wheeler Reef
  • Saturday night – 1 night dive (Wheeler Reef)
  • Sunday – 2 dives on the famous SS Yongala Wreck
  • Sunday return to Townsville  - approx 5:00pm Breakwater Marina, Townsville

NB: Can not dive the Yongala with less than 6 dives and you do not need to hold your Advance Certification

Tour price: 

Cabin Style    
Share (3or4): $620
Twin: $640
Double: $675
Snorkeler: $$80 Discount

Optional Extras   
Gear Hire: $60
Adventure Diver: $180
Advanced Course: $220
Guided Dives: $10 per dive
PADI Adventure Dives: $25 per dive +
   
 + Plus cost of Advance Manual if not already commenced your Advance Course   

What to bring:

Your diving certification and log book;
  • A small bag with towel, swimwear, toiletries, sunscreen and hat;
  • Alcohol if wanted (not an excessive amount).
  • Money to purchase souvenirs

What not to bring:

  • Large bags or back pack;
  • Bed linen, sleeping bags and pillows
  • Fishing equipment
  • Glass bottles


 
 
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