North Queensland is one of the world's greatest playgrounds with so much to see, do and experience. The urge to arrive early or stay on after your event will no doubt prove irresistible. Whether it's a reef, rainforest, island or outback adventure, or even a combination of some or all, North Queensland has it all!
For further information on activities and tours visit: www.townsvilleholidays.info or www.greattropicaldrive.com.au
The packages below have been tailored for the 2007 World Disabled Water Ski Championships. If you would like to book any of these options, please contact the supplier directly on the contact details provided.
Reef HQ is the world’s largest living coral reef aquarium and national reef education centre for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. It is the only coral reef aquarium on the Queensland coast for visitors to experience the reef from a fish-eye-view. Come face-to-fin with fantastic marine creatures. Immerse yourself in the natural kaleidoscope of the living coral reef exhibits. Search the aquarium for the good, the bad and the ugly. Embrace the opportunity to experience one of the wonders of the world on land!
Reef HQ is conveniently located in Flinders Street East. Just 13km from the Townsville Airport and only a few minutes walk to the CBD and restaurant precinct. Open 9.30am – 5pm daily.
*Reef HQ has wheelchair and disability access to all areas in Aquarium including toilet facilities (excluding wheelchair access to the ‘turtle rehabilitation centre” which is located in a work zone on the roof).
Talks and tours on offer daily including a Dive Show from within Predator Exhibit at 11am and Animal Feeding tours at 3pm daily. The new turtle tour and talk commences 3.30pm in theatre then join a guided tour through the new ‘turtle rehabilitation centre’.
Admission is available all day and allows multiple entries on day of visit.
Adult Admission: AUD$21.50
Concession Admission: AUD$16.50
Child Admission: AUD$10.50
* Prices valid 2005/06.
10% discount on groups over 10 or 20% discount for groups over 20
For further information or bookings contact:
Michelle Hood
Telephone: +61 7 4750 0703
Email: m.hood@gbrmpa.gov.au
Web: www.reefHQ.com.au
(a) Sunsea Cruises – Full day reef trip
Let the experienced team at Sunsea Cruises show you the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Spend the day exploring, snorkeling or SCUBA diving on one of the great wonders of the world.
Departing four days per week – Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Departing at 8:30am and returning to Townsville at 5:00pm, each Reef Trip includes:
* Access duckboard suitable for disabled entry to the water
* Marine Biology Presentation
* Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef with all gear included
* Glass bottom boat tours
* Morning & Afternoon Tea
* Buffet Lunch, including Prawns
Additional activities/services available at extra cost
Discover SCUBA dive and certified diving available
Guided snorkel tours
Fully licensed bar
Your Event Rates: AUD$135.00 per adult
AUD$ 95.00 per child
AUD$365.00 FAMILY (2Ad+2Ch)
(b) Magnetic Island Getaway
Ferries operate to Magnetic Island 17 times per day. Sunferries will have you in paradise in less than 20 minutes. The Breakwater Terminal is located a few minutes from Jupiter’s Casino and is only 10 minute from the CBD. All returning and departing ferries are met by the Sunbus City Loop bus service, taxis and accommodation courtesy vehicles. All vessels are disability friendly
Event Rates: AUD$26.00 per adult
AUD$13.50 per child
AUD$65.00 FAMILY (2Ad+3Ch)
Activities available on Magnetic Island
• 4WD and moke hire
• Guided tours
• Water sports including Sea Kayaks
• Horse or camel rides
• Fine dining and relaxing, sea-side hotel
For further information or bookings contact:
Telephone: +61 7 4771 3855
Email: info@sunferries.com.au
Web: www.sunferries.com.au
Reef Booking: 1800 447 333
Group Bookings – Lian Gordon liang@sunferries.com.au
Sales Manager – Cher Knights cherk@sunferries.com.au
Discover a world of animal encounters. A series of unforgettable, hands-on adventures between you and Australia’s native animals. The Billabong Sanctuary offers twenty-five acres of natural bushland, tropical rainforest and expansive wetlands. Billabong Sanctuary is Australia’s Best Interactive Wildlife Experience. Guests do not just visit this unique wildlife park, but through a series of unforgettable hands-on adventures with Australia’s native animals they have the time of their lives! Visitors hold a koala, hold a wombat *, hold a crocodile and wrap a python around their shoulders – all in a controlled environment to help educate visitors about Australia’s wildlife. All photo opportunities are in natural surrounds. Billabong Sanctuary is one of a few wildlife parks in Australia to have received accreditation with the Eco-Tourism Association of Australia, so guests can be assured of a quality experience.
Billabong by Day
Awaken your senses to the sights and sounds of the Billabong during the morning hours. So you don’t take up the habits of a koala and go for a nap, our Rangers will escort you to watch the ravenous feeding habits of our largest crocodiles, and get up close and personal with our cuddly koala, lizards and slithering snakes. Nestled next to the waters edge you will be tempted by the range of snacks, cold drinks and meals on offer at the Blinky Bill café. Remember to bring your camera for some wonderful photo opportunities this day will bring. Your day at the Billabong will be one to remember.
*Koala and Wombat handling optional.
AUD$26.00 per adult
AUD$15.00 per child
Includes:
* Wildlife park entry
* 18 Wildlife shows Daily – including crocodile feeding, interactive presentations by experienced Rangers, holding a python, holding a crocodile, dingo feeding, bird encounters, *koala and wombat handling and much, much more
For further information or bookings contact:
Telephone: +61 7 4778 8344
Email: rangers@billabongsantuary.com
Web: www.billabongsanctuary.com.au