Eco Explorer Cruise with Morning Tea
4 fortnightly payments of $14.50
Highlights
- Eco cruise into the Moreton Bay Marine Park
- Spot birds and wildlife in their natural environment
- Generous morning tea
On this cruise of the Pumicestone Passage you will enjoy the beauty, history and wildlife of the Moreton Bay Marine Park with its pristine sand cays and abundant bird life. Your knowledgeable tour guide will share stories of the local seafaring history, legends and identify migrating birds.
What's Included?
- 2.5 hour eco cruise
- Generous morning tea and locally sourced fruit platter enjoyed while at anchor
- Use of binoculars
- Use of bird and wildlife reference books, excellent specimens and maps
Cruising on the smooth waters of the Moreton Bay Marine Park with its pristine sand cays and amazing bird life is a perfect way to learn about the fragile ecology of the region. The Pumicestone Passage, on Caloundra’s doorstep, is 35kms long and separates Bribie Island National Park from the mainland. This internationally significant Marine Park with its numerous islands and creeks is home to over 300 bird species and is an important sanctuary in their migration. Come and enjoy a cruise with a difference!
Session Length
- The Eco Explorer cruise is about 2 hours and 30 minutes in duration and includes 20 minutes at anchor
- The Eco Explorer cruise is available Thursdays
- Booking time will be confirmed by the experience provider
Cancellation
Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to their policy.
Numbers on the Day
There are usually between ten and twenty passengers. There are always two staff members on board: the skipper and tour guide. Please note this experience requires minimum numbers to proceed, the experience providers will contact you prior if minimum numbers are not met.
Weather
The Eco Explorer cruise runs in all weather, except in 30knot winds. The lower decks of the vessels are protected and comfortable in all weather conditions. If your experience is cancelled it will be rescheduled for a later date.
Dress Code
Comfortable and casual clothes. Flat shoes and sun hat are recommended.
Other Info
The vessels are eco friendly and provide great bird watching opportunities in the Marine Park. All the food is locally sourced or produced on the Sunshine Coast.
This experience departs Caloundra, Sunshine Coast QLD.