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Reef Magic

Reef Magic Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
$180/adult including:
* Semi Submarine Tour
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Underwater Observatory
* All snorkelling equipment
Upgrade to 5 minute Scenic Heli Flight:  
Only $29/adult

Adult including heli - $209
Child
including heli - (4-14 yrs) $139
Family including heli - $636 

Limited Time Only!

Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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Seastar
Free Intro Dive!
Try Scuba Diving on the Great Barrier Reef for the first time, with no experience nesessary!
from $165 per person
*Plus a $10 EMC levy
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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New! Cairns Night Dive
Cairns Night Dive is the only dedicated Night Dive tour from Cairns, departing at 5.30pm to the Outer Reef and returning at 11.15pm.
NEW NIGHT DIVE
2 GUIDED DIVES
$240 PER PERSON
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda in a Day! is an unguided budget tour combining return Hotel Transfers, the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
CHILDREN GO FREE
BIRDWORLD KURANDA
Book your family on the Kuranda in a Day tour and one child / paying adult receives FREE ENTRY into BIRDWORLD Kuranda. 
Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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Daintree Walkabout
Daintree Walkabout Tour takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe. Dine at Silky Oaks Lodge, then cruise the Daintree River and spot a crocodile, enjoy tropical fruit tastings and spend time in the historical town of Port Douglas.

INCLUDES
Dreamtime Walk at Mossman Gorge
Lunch at Silky Oaks Lodge
Daintree River Cruise
Tropical Fruit Tasting
Short tour of Port Douglas
Morning & Afternoon Tea
Return transfer to accommodation
 
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Get High Up Top & Dive Down Under
Get High up Top &
Dive Down Under!
Includes:-
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight
Only $209 p/person
**SAVE $100**
*reef levy of $20/person extra
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise
Dinner Cruise!
A perfect way to end a perfect day
Only $89 per person
*Including all Basic Beers, Wine & Softdrinks!
*not valid with any other offer
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Upolu Reef & Oyster Reef
CRUISE & INTRO DIVE!
Visit two beautiful reef
locations in one day...
Book Ocean Spirit's Upolu & Oyster Reef snorkel cruise for $99 or include an Intro Dive for just $135!
No experience necessary
From $99 per person
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda
SKYRAIL & TRAIN
The most popular day tour including return transfers from your Palm Cove hotel
Only $100 Per Person
Includes Kuranda Train, Skyrail & free time to explore Kuranda Village
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Barron Half Day Rafting
Great rafting for first timers!
Half Day Barron River
White Water Rafting

ONLY $108 P/PERSON
(plus $25 pp National Park Levy)
Afternoons only, departs daily
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Tjapukai

Authentic Aboriginal Culture
  • Aboriginal culture
  • Boomerang throwing
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Tjapukai Half Day Experience: Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is a stunning theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal Culture from the beginning of time into the future. It is best to allow at least 2 and a half hours to explore the park.  ...more info

Flames of the Forest

Evening of Rainforest Dining
  • Unique Dining & Entertainment
  • Thurs, Friday nights
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Flames of the Forest is unique to this region and unlike any other theatre, restaurant or dining experience you may have encountered before. Rainforest Dining and Aboriginal Theatre in one exciting evening set in the ancient Rainforest...more info

Tjapukai By Night

Cultural Evening Experience
  • Delicious Buffet Dinner
  • Famous Tjapukai Dancers
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Join the traditional people of this land, the Tjapukai, for an evening of cultural exploration and experience....more info

1 Day Daintree Dreaming

Aboriginal Cultural tour
  • Kuku Yulanji style hunting
  • Swim in pristine Niau Falls
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Experience this unique Daintree Dreaming tour where you will learn about Daintree's rich Aboriginal history and culture, combined with the oldest living rainforest on the planet and spectacular Niau Falls...more info

Rainforestation

Nature Park
  • Amy Duck & Wildlife
  • Parmagirri Dance Group
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At the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park you'll get to experience indigenous culture, Australian native wildlife and World Heritage Listed rainforest all on one site...more info

3 Day Bama Way Discovery

2 Day Cooktown Aboriginal tour
  • Inspiring Aboriginal Elders
  • Free time in Cooktown
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The 3 Day Amazing Bama Way Discovery Tour offers a unique Aboriginal experience. This innovative partnership brings together three highly acclaimed Aboriginal owned and operated tours with Aboriginal tour specialist Adventure North Australia...more info

Rainbow Serpent Tour

One of Australia’s Ultimate Must-Do Experiences
  • Genuine Aboriginal Elder
  • Award winning Rock Art tour
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Magical, award-winning tour with Aboriginal Elder, Willie Gordon. Willie takes guests to his ancestral rock art sites, set in stunning countryside high in the hills above Hope Vale. Now listed as one of Australia's Ultimate Must-Do Experiences!...more info

1 Day Fly/Fly Cooktown

Aboriginal Rock Art Tour
  • Spectacular Coastal Flight
  • Rainbow Serpent rock art tour
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The One Day Fly Aboriginal Rock Art Tour is a truly unique experience. Enjoy a spectacular scenic flight from Cairns followed by 6 rock art sites on traditional Aboriginal country.  Nugal-warra Elder Willie Gordon will share stories behind the art, and his relationship with the land. Treat yourself to an amazing day out...more info

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3 Day Package - Option 1

Great Deal!
3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
Cape Trib 4WD Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Only $350 p/person

* Plus $20 Enviro. Management Levy
Family Rates Available! 
Valid until 31st March '11

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns is located only one block from the famous Esplanade, the property is shaded by towering palm trees offers travelers a true tropical experience with a contemporary ambience.

Stay at The Hotel Cairns and receive the complimentary use of a Smart Car to explore the region as you please!
STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
+ $10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Shangri - La Cairns

Shangri-La Cairns is ideally situated in the city centre at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex, and adjacent to the Trinity Bay Esplanade.

UNBEATABLE!
STAY 3 PAY 2
* Save $252 *(
Superior)
* Save $397 * (Horizon club)

stay an extra night and receive FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST
DAILY

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Great Adventures

Green Island
and
Outer Barrier Reef

in one day!

FREE UPGRADE!
Enjoy 2 hours at Green Island when booking with Travstar.com for the Great Adventures Outer Barrier Reef Pontoon trip.
 

Book before 17/September/2010
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise

Enjoy dinner on a luxurious catamaran while cruising on the calm waters of Trinity Inlet.  With a glass of champagne in hand, stroll the decks and savour the sights of the city by night.

$89/person including;
* Glass of sparkling on arrival
* W
ine, basic beers and soft drinks
Superb 4-course buffet incl. seafood
*
Live musical entertainment

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Vision Apartments Cairns

BRAND NEW!
Vision Apartments Cairns are the newest holiday apartments on the Cairns Esplanade. Located just 5 minutes walk from the centre of town.
Vision offers two and three bedroom holiday apartments.

OPENING SPECIAL!
STAY 5 PAY 4!
FROM $288 PER NIGHT

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Osprey V

Great Barrier Reef
Get High Up Top, Dive Down Under!

Includes:-
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight

All this for ONLY $209 per person!
(plus $20 p/person EMC levy)
**SAVE $95**

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Fitzroy Island Resort

Fitzroy Island Resort is on the fringing Great Barrier Reef  just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.   This brand new resort offers affordable Studios, One & Two Bedroom Apartments and Beach Cabins.

OPENING
SPECIAL
BRAND NEW ISLAND RESORT!
From $130 per night

Travel between now and 22/December/2010

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Piermonde 1302

Piermonde 1302 is a stunning designer apartment guaranteed views of the harbour from the 13th level.
1 or 2 Bedrooms

STAY 7 PAY 6
Best Value Luxury in Cairns!

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Free

Only Reef & Green Island Sailing

Maximum 38 passengers
Personalised service

$135 per person
Discounted family rates

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Luxury Beach Escape

4 Nights in a Luxury Beachfront Apartment plus a Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise for two
From $290 per person
Valid until 31st Oct '10

*conditions apply please enquire

Travel between now and 31/October/2010

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2 Day Reef & Kuranda

Hot Deal!

Budget 2 Day
Reef & Kuranda

Only $155 p/person
- Upolu Reef Cruise
- Return Skyrail

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Raging Thunder Ballooning

Your balloon flight is only the beginning of your adventure...

Romantic Hot Air Ballooning!
from $195 / Adult
(plus $30 p/person aviation levy)
Personalised Flight Certificate
Champagne Breakfast Included
Best Value Ballooning in Australia
Most reliable conditions for flying

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Floriana Guest House

Floriana Guest House is a charming old fashioned guesthouse and is currently offering 2 free nights for a 7 night stay.
Pool with Waterfall! 

Stay 7 nights Pay 5! 
*$395/week*
Double ensuite
*$550/week*
Studio flat

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Reef Magic

Reef Magic Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
$180/adult including:
* Semi Submarine Tour
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Underwater Observatory
* All snorkelling equipment
Upgrade to 5 minute Scenic Heli Flight:  
Only $29/adult

Adult including heli - $209
Child
including heli - (4-14 yrs) $139
Family including heli - $636 

Limited Time Only!

Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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