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A U S T R A L I A
Outer
Barrier
Reef
It’s a
day that
engages
all your
senses
Entering the dramatic beauty
A world of discovery and pleasure
of the Great Barrier Reef is
awaits you at Agincourt Reef.
an extraordinary experience.
It’s a day that engages all your
senses, lifts your spirit and takes
you into another realm. Sharing
the wonder of the world’s
largest living entity, realising its
breathtaking colour and majesty,
seeing nature at its most perfect
is an awakening and, quite simply,
the memory of a lifetime.
The reef vibrates with the hues,
stripes, and shimmerings of a
myriad of fishes. Butterfly fish,
parrot fish, angel fish and elegant
nudibranchs dance before your
eyes and coral gardens beckon
you to explore. Watch, entranced,
as a clownfish snuggles into the
embrace of a sea anemone. Float
Here at the very outer edge, the
ocean waters surrounding these
unique ribbon reefs are clear and
pure. As an individual, you choose
the way to experience this coral
empire. Dive, snorkel, or just
observe - it’s your personal reef
discovery.
Walk down into the underwater
observatory, or cruise just above
the corals in a semi-submersible.
Whether you choose to get
wet or stay dry, you’ll have the
opportunity to experience all
there is to discover.
Come, experience
nature’s finest with
Australia’s best.
through billowing clouds of neoncoloured damsel fish.
Snorkelling in clear and pristine outer reef waters.
The reef will amaze you.
A myriad of marine life awaits.
The colours of the reef will dazzle you.
Snorkelling is easy and fun.
Travel in spacious comfort
Air Conditioned Vessel alongside
Restrooms
Licenced Bar
Undercover Tables + Seating
Sun Deck
Change Rooms +
Freshwater Showers
Great Barrier Reef
Post Office Box
Introductory Diving Platform
Underwater Observatory
Buffet Servery
Snorkel Platform
Lifeguard
Snorkel Rest Stations
Semi-Submersibles glide around the coral reefs.
Underwater Observatory
Our friendly crew are there to help you
get the most from your day
“Agincourt Reef is the perfect place for your personal reef discovery”
Exclusive
benefits to you...
Semi-Submersibles
Large, spacious, stable reef
activity platform.
Discover more with our
team of Marine Biologists.
Our modern and spacious activity platform is the
Our team of fully qualified marine biologists are
largest on the Great Barrier Reef, providing the
available throughout the day to answer your
best experience in all weather conditions while
questions and help you gain an appreciation of
ensuring a comfortable and personal day.
this living natural wonder.
Smooth, state-of-the-art
Wavepiercer cruising.
It’s Personal!
Your journey is as important as your destination,
that’s all about you. With a high crew/guest
travelling in safety and air-conditioned comfort.
ratio we are at your service!
From coaches, to cruises, to crew, it’s a day
Fast and luxurious, the technologically advanced
wavepiercer ensures the smoothest journey.
We care!
Agincourt Reef is the true
Outer Reef experience.
With the highest Ecotourism Accreditation and
Only Quicksilver takes you to a reef activity
the Great Barrier Reef stays
platform where you can fully experience this
great, and that you really do
most pristine ecosystem at the renowned
experience nature’s finest!
our own Reef Biosearch environmental division,
we are committed to ensuring
Agincourt ribbon reef.
Included in your day
» Return Wavepiercer cruise from Port Douglas.
» Morning and afternoon teas on board.
» Reef presentation by marine biologist.
» H
ot and cold tropical smorgasbord
lunch with seafood.
» All snorkelling equipment provided.
» Qualified lifeguard on hand.
Send a postcard directly from
the Great Barrier Reef!
» U
nderwater observatory
fish & coral viewing.
» C
oral viewing by semi-submersible
vessels. Cruise as often as you like!
» Fish feeding, conducted by our crew.
Enjoy a sumptuous
buffet lunch from
the comfort
of tables located
around our
spacious platform.
Options
give you
more ways
to play!
In addition to your cruise fare
inclusions, a range of exciting optional
activities are available for your
enjoyment. Optional activities should
be pre-booked to ensure availability.
Guided Snorkelling Adventure
Our marine biologists will introduce you to a new and exciting
world during guided snorkelling tours. You will be part of a small
group, guided by our experienced marine biologists who can
reveal so much more about the magnificent marine life of this
fragile ecosystem. Some snorkelling experience is recommended.
Price: Adult $60, Child $30 (equipment provided)
Scuba Diving
Introductory Diving (No prior experience necessary)
If you’ve never dived before, and would like to experience
the magic of SCUBA, Quicksilver offers introductory dives
with a highly qualified dive instructor. The only requirements
are that you are over 12 years, pass the on-board medical
questionnaire and participate in our 30 minute dive brief.
Ocean Walker - Helmet Diving
A unique and fun experience, see the reef up close during a helmet
“dive”. Breathing fresh air delivered from the surface into your helmet,
you will walk underwater on a reef platform - you can even wear
your glasses if you wish! Oceanwalker is suitable for non-swimmers
and persons aged over 12 years. After a short briefing and subject
to medical conditions, you will be amongst the reef fish and corals.
Price - $136 per person (equipment provided)
Scenic Helicopter Flight
Price - $136 per diver (equipment provided)
10 minute Reef Scenic Flight
Certified Diving
For a different and spectacular perspective of the jewel like ribbon
reefs, a ten minute helicopter flight is available from platforms
moored at Agincourt Reef.
Scuba diving right at the edge of Australia’s continental shelf
is simply spectacular. At these unique ribbon reefs, visibility is
excellent and the variety of marine life is exceptional.
1 Dive - $94 per diver (equipment provided)
2 Dives - $136 per diver (equipment provided)
Advice for Water Activities
The minimum age for Scuba Diving
and Oceanwalker is 12 years. Certain medical conditions, medications and height
restrictions may preclude some people from participating in optional in-water
activities. For advice, contact our office. After a single dive a wait of 12 hours is
recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. An interval
of 24 hours is suggested for multiple dives.
Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. Please use caution and inform
our crew of any medical conditions.
Price - $139 per person
Outer Barrier Reef Experience
Fly between Cairns, Beaches, Port Douglas and Agincourt Reef - the
perfect finishing touch to your total reef experience.
Helicopter one way and Quicksilver cruise one way.
From Port Douglas - $419 per person
From Cairns & Resorts* - $479 per person
*where heli pick-up is available
Helicopter availability subject to operating conditions and maximum loads.
r i b b o n
r e e f s
Endeavour Reef
Escape Reef
Bloomfield
26 km
33.4 km
Bloomfield River
II.I km
I8.5 km
Travelling to Agincourt
Reef is one of the
many highlights of
your Quicksilver day.
Coral Sea
Our coach connections
make it so easy.
0 km
3.7 km
Agincourt
ribbon reefs
From Cairns & Beaches
Mackay Reef
Our luxury, air-conditioned
coaches will collect you from your
accommodation for an informative
tour along one of Australia’s most
beautiful scenic coastal drives
to join your cruise vessel in Port
Douglas.
C
Cape Tribulation
O
Undine Reef
N
St Crispin Reef
T
I
N
E
Rudder Reef
T
Daintree
N
Opal Reef
Daintree River
A
Cape Kimberley
L
Tongue
Reef
From Port Douglas
S
Snapper
Island
H
E
Low Isles
Mossman Gorge
Norman Reef
Saxon Reef
Port Douglas
Hastings Reef
Four Mile Beach
Yule Point
Pebbly Beach
Oak Beach
Michaelmas Cay
Turtle Cove
Upolo Cay
0 km
Ellis Beach
Double Island
3.7 km
Arlington Reef
Palm Cove
Clifton Beach
Kewarra Beach
Trinity Beach
Yorkeys Knob
Holloways Beach
Great Barrier Reef
Marine Park
Kilometres from
outer reef edge
Middle Cay
Wangetti Beach
Your Quicksilver cruise
takes you into Australia’s
Coach Transfers are available from
your accommodation. Times will be
advised at time of booking.
F
Mossman
L
Batt Reef
Newell Beach
Cairns
International
Airport
Cairns
II.I km
I8.5 km
Green Island
26 km
33.4 km
Thetford Reef
Moore Reef
Fitzroy Island
Scenic Coach Drive
Outer Reef Cruise
Map reproduced to scale.
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10
20
Sudbury Reef
30
40
km
Franklin Islands
Quicksilver takes you to
Agincourt Reef, at the
very outer edge of
the Great Barrier Reef.
Here, special reefs known as
‘ribbons’ run parallel to the
Continental Shelf.
Adjacent to the Coral Sea
trench, these ribbon reefs
are recognised as the most
pristine eco-systems in the
reef ’s environment.
Clear water provides the
best possible underwater
visibility, encourages rich
coral growth and supports
spectacular marine life.
As the region’s outer reef
pioneer, we chose the best
location available to show
you nature’s finest.
It still is today.
What to bring...
» Your camera.
» Swimming costume and beach towel.
» Hat, sunscreen and shirt for sun
protection.
» Cash for drinks at the bar.
» Credit cards for shopping
and optional tours.
» Underwater cameras available
for purchase, underwater digital
cameras available to hire.
» Lycra suits available for hire.
What to gain...
Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
In Australian Dollars. Valid to 31 March 2009
From Marina Mirage
Adult
189
Wharf Street, Port Douglas.
Child:
Family:
$
Child
Family
94.50
$
472.50
$
4 - 14 years inclusive. Under 4 years travel FREE.
Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children. Normal fare applies for
additional children. Not applicable with any other discount.
Return Coach Transfers Port Douglas
6
$
16
$
Cairns & Northern Beaches
Family
3
$
8
15
$
40
Additional Costs
Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
Boarding Time 9.30am
Departs Marina Mirage, Port Douglas at 10am
4087 2100
Fax: (07) 4099 4323
Child
$
Daily Departures
BOOKINGS (07)
Coach transfers are available from your accommodation.
Adult
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At Quicksilver, we would like all of our
guests to leave us as ambassadors for
reef protection and preservation.
$
5
$
• A Government Environmental Management Charge of $5 is levied for all adults and children 4 years
and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This charge is payable direct by passengers
to Quicksilver on the day of travel.
Fuel Surcharge
• With fluctuations in world oil prices, it may be necessary to apply a fuel surcharge to your ticket price.
In such cases any charge will be collected on departure.
Email: reservations@quicksilver-cruises.com
Website: www.quicksilver-cruises.com
Port Douglas
Quicksilver Connections Ltd ABN 26 010 434 269
Marina Mirage, Port Douglas, Qld. 4877 Australia.
Cairns
Reef Fleet Terminal, Marlin Marina
1 Spence Street. Phone: (07) 4031 4299
Book at your travel agent, local tour desks or accommodation.
On very rare occasions all cruise services can be subject to the effect of
weather or unforeseen circumstances. Should a cruise not operate for any
reason passengers will be offered an alternative day or a refund authorised.
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