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Excursions & Day Trips

Excursions & Day Trips

Making the most of your stay

In addition to the all-inclusive ‘things to do’ around the island, there is a wide range of experiences to take part in while staying on Orpheus Island.

To book any additional experiences please contact Morris Escapes Reservation Department on

+61 (0)7 4777 7377 or [email protected]

Boat Charters

There are three types of private charters available from Orpheus Island – outer reef charters, local island charters and trips to the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA).

Outer reef private charters offer guests the opportunity to visit Brambles, Rib, Walker or Trunk reefs and last approximately 5 hours.

Local island private charters take guests to locations surrounding Orpheus or Curacoa Island.

Trips to MOUA visit John Brewer reef including Ocean Sentinels and Coral Greenhouse.

OUTER REEF PRIVATE BOAT CHARTERS

Locations: Brambles, Rib, Walker or Trunk Reefs

Outer Reef Charters are approximately 5 hours

All charters come with a skipper, guide, refreshments and snacks.

Charter price can be split between guests. All charters are weather dependent.

Fishing

$1,800, 5 hours, 4 guests – includes skipper, fishing guide, gear, refreshments and snacks

Snorkelling

$1,800, 5 hours, 4 guests – includes skipper, snorkel guide, refreshments and snacks

Diving

$1,800, 5 hours, 4 guests – includes skipper, equipment, dive guide, refreshments and snacks

Additional guide $300 half day or $500 full day. Additional guests $100 per guest.


LOCAL ISLAND PRIVATE BOAT CHARTERS

Locations: Orpheus Island or Curacoa Island

Activities: Fishing, snorkelling and diving

All gear is included in the hourly charter rate.

Local island charters include a skipper, guide, refreshments and snacks.

Charter price can be split between guests. All charters are weather dependent. Additional costs apply for extra guests or guides.

There are three boats available for local charters. Our staff will recommend the right boat depending on the experience and number of guests.

Swift

$250 per hour (up to 4 guests, $50 per additional guest – flat rate)

Maree Ann

$250 per hour (up to 4 guests, $50 per additional guest – flat rate)

Explorer

$250 per hour (up to 4 guests, $50 per additional guest – flat rate)

Diving

Hourly charter rate includes gear and one in-water guide.

Certified divers local guided dive $50 per person, per dive

Discover divers local guided dive $50 per person, per dive

Discover divers pool session $100 per person

Bubble maker (8 – 12 years of age) $100 per person


MUSEUM OF UNDERWATER ART (MOUA)

Locations: John Brewer Reef

Activities: snorkelling at Ocean Sentinels and diving at Coral Greenhouse

MOUA charter includes a skipper, guide, refreshments and snacks.

Charter price can be split between guests. All charters are weather dependent. Additional costs apply for extra guests or guides.

$3,500, 8 hours, 4 guests

Additional guide $300 half day or $500 full day, additional guests $100 per guest.

EXPERIENCES

With its unique location set amongst the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef there are boundless opportunities to explore the island and surrounds including many once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Guests can visit the stunning Hinchinbrook Island, experience the beauty of a sunset cruise, or rejuvenate with a private yoga class.


Bespoke & Eco-Tour Experiences

Hinchinbrook Island

Tours to Hinchinbrook Island are approximately 5 hours. On the island you will do a 30-minute rainforest walk through to the stunning Zoe Bay Waterfalls and swimming hole. Boat charter price can be split between guests.

$1,800, 5 hours, 4 guests – includes skipper, guide, refreshments and snacks.

$100 per additional guest.

 

Pioneer Bay Hike

Join us on a hike to Pioneer Bay, tidal dependent.

$500, 2-3 hours, 4 guests

 

Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a selection of wines and cheeses on-board one of our vessels.

$500, 4 guests

 

Eco-tours: Orpheus Island Research Station Tour

Access via boat only, tidal and weather dependent.

Must be booked a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

$50 per guest

 

Private Yoga Classes

Private yoga classes suitable for all levels.

$175 per class for 75 minutes (per 2 guests)

$60 per additional guest

 

Spa Treatments

Treat yourself to a facial, massage, body wrap, pedicure or manicure at Gwandalan Spa. View our spa menu.


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