THE MANGROVE EVERGLADES CAIRNS WILDLIFE CRUISE CROCODILE SPOTTING LARGE SALTWATER CROCODILE CALM WATER CRUISE

Cairns Harbour Cruises offer a calm water cruise along picturesque Trinity Inlet and Cairns Harbour, conveniently departing twice daily from the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns. 

Alongside Cairns is a magnificent tidal estuary that is rarely seen, except by fishermen. Only accessible by boat, MV Crocodile Explorer is a comfortable, air-conditioned vessel taking small numbers of visitors along Trinity Inlet on this scenic nature cruise. 

With waterways winding through a 300 square kilometre maze of mangroves, expect rich diverse wildlife, stunning scenery and a relaxing cruise with informative commentary from our crew. This is the saltwater crocodile’s natural habitat – with a chance to spot them basking on the muddy banks particularly in the cooler months. 

What makes it Great?

• Half day option
• Suitable for all weather conditions
• No motion sickness
• Excellent value for money
• Ideal for nature lovers & bird watchers
• Coach transfer service available *additional fee
• Fully licensed bar on board, snacks and souvenirs available

Departures:  Twice daily at 11:00am- 1:00pm and 1.30pm - 3:30pm from the Reef Fleet Terminal.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore Trinity Inlet – a remote picturesque wilderness right on Cairns doorstep
• Enjoy stunning scenery of the estuary, mangroves, rainforest and mountains
• Informative commentary from friendly and knowledgeable crew
• Relax on a scenic calm water cruise while crocodile and bird spotting
• Cruise along the Cairns Harbour waterfront learning about the points of interest and the history of the harbour
• Convenient 2 hour tour with daily departures from Cairns at 11.00am and 1.30pm
• Enjoy complimentary morning or afternoon tea

What to Bring:  Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, cash for drinks and snack from the licensed bar.  Souvenirs and Sunscreen sold on board

As an optional extra, why not try the Cairns Harbour Cruise & Lunch at Dundee's Restaurant?

• Includes a 2 Course set menu at Dundees Restaurant on the Cairns Marina
• Tour time:  11:00am - 2:00pm approx

Two Course Lunch Menu - Entree + Main with Tea & Coffee OR Main + Dessert with Tea or Coffee

ENTREE
Soup of the day, Please ask staff for the Chef’s special soup of the day

MAIN
Calamari Rocket & Apple Salad - Calamari Coated in Dundee’s Special Seasoning Lightly Fried, Served With Tom Yum Mayo and Served With Rocket and Shredded Apple Salad

Roast Duck Spring Rolls - Shredded Roast Duck, Rice Noodles & Mixed Julienne Vegetables, Rolled In Spring Roll Pastry with Chilli, Lime & Coriander Dipping Sauce and Asian Coleslaw 

Thai Beef Salad - Slices of Char Grilled Marinated Tender Sirloin Tossed Through an Asian Style Salad with Soy & Ginger Dressing 

Roast Sweet Potato & Artichoke Salad (V, GF) - Roast sweet potato, artichoke, red peppers, bocconcini & baby spinach coated with a light citrus dressing with toasted pinenuts

Smoked Chicken and Chorizo Penne - Shredded smoked chicken, chorizo, kalamata, olives & wild rocket tossed with penne pasta in a rich tomato & olive oil sauce

Half Rack of Pork Ribs - Hickory basted pork ribs with mixed leaf salad, steak house fries & smokey BBQ dipping sauce.

Chef’s Favourite Wrap - Hot Hungarian salami, mustard pickles, lettuce, carrot, sundried tomato & swiss cheese.

Mussel Spagettini **Gluten Free pasta available** - Steamed Spring Bay Mussels in Chilli, Garlic, White Wine Tossed, With Spagettini and a Rich Tomato Sauce

Avocado, Sweet Onions Spagettini **Gluten Free pasta available** - Thin Spagettini Tossed With Avocado, Sweet Red Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Peppers and Baby Spinach with crumbled feta

Bacon & Mushroom Linguine**Gluten Free pasta available** - Sautéed Bacon, Mushroom & Baby Spinach in A White Wine & Creamy Sauce, Finished With Green Eschallots

Steak Burger - Chargrilled Sirloin Steak, Fresh Grated Beetroot Tomato and Lettuce and Swiss Cheese, and Paw Paw Chutney in a Crusty Roll Served With Fries

DESSERT
Vanilla bean ice cream with strawberry coulis and almond biscotti

Kids menu also available

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