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Take a small ship cruise to the beautiful city of Cairns, located in the Northeast region of Australia, with port access to the Coral Sea. Cairns is a popular tourist destination due to its comfortable tropical climate. Still, it is most well known for being the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef: a common stopping point for travelers preparing to explore one of the world's most fascinating sights. To glimpse Australia's extensive history, consider visiting the tasteful Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Join a small ship cruise like the Coral Sea to access smaller reefs, ports, and beaches. Contact our travel specialists to start planning your trip now!
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10 Best Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruises for 2024-2025

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef$35358Nov 11, 2024Explore exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Expeditions II. …
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Cape York & Arnhem Land$892012Apr 1, 2025Join Coral Discoverer on its 12-day expedition that sails across the top of Northern Australia to explore the remote islands and ancient cultures …
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Torres Strait and Cape York$757511Oct 21, 2024Share an intimate expedition onboard Coral Discoverer that takes explores the small islands and reefs of the northern Great Barrier Reef, Cape York …
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea$786013Dec 18, 2025Join the Coral Adventurer on a spectacular 13-day sailing adventure. Sail across the beautiful landscapes that New Guinea offers. Enter the mouth of …
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu$1199517Oct 30, 2024Enjoy a 17-day expedition cruise on the Heritage Adventurer to explore the Secrets of Melanesia. Visit Tetepare Island and snorkel in Marovo Lagoon, …
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Tropical Odyssey: North-East Australia and Indonesia$1013016Nov 9, 2024Discover the breathtaking natural wonders of north-eastern Australia and Indonesia on a brand-new 16-day tropical expedition voyage. Visit Lizard …
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Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef – Turtles & Rays$661011Mar 20, 2025Set sail for an 11-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, departing from Brisbane. Join citizen science initiatives in the Great Barrier Reef, including …
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Cape York & Arnhem Land - Art Themed$892012Oct 9, 2024Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Discoverer. Experience …
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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea$1345019Oct 13, 2024Aboard Heritage Adventure on this 19-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New …
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New Guinea Odyssey$1091017Sep 21, 2025Embark Le Soleal for a brand-new 17-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, …
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10 Best Cairns Great Barrier Reef Luxury Cruises for 2024-2025

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef$35358Nov 11, 2024Explore exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Expeditions II. …
0
Cape York & Arnhem Land$892012Apr 1, 2025Join Coral Discoverer on its 12-day expedition that sails across the top of Northern Australia to explore the remote islands and ancient cultures …
0
Torres Strait and Cape York$757511Oct 21, 2024Share an intimate expedition onboard Coral Discoverer that takes explores the small islands and reefs of the northern Great Barrier Reef, Cape York …
0
Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea$786013Dec 18, 2025Join the Coral Adventurer on a spectacular 13-day sailing adventure. Sail across the beautiful landscapes that New Guinea offers. Enter the mouth of …
0
Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu$1199517Oct 30, 2024Enjoy a 17-day expedition cruise on the Heritage Adventurer to explore the Secrets of Melanesia. Visit Tetepare Island and snorkel in Marovo Lagoon, …
0
Tropical Odyssey: North-East Australia and Indonesia$1013016Nov 9, 2024Discover the breathtaking natural wonders of north-eastern Australia and Indonesia on a brand-new 16-day tropical expedition voyage. Visit Lizard …
0
Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef – Turtles & Rays$661011Mar 20, 2025Set sail for an 11-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, departing from Brisbane. Join citizen science initiatives in the Great Barrier Reef, including …
0
Cape York & Arnhem Land - Art Themed$892012Oct 9, 2024Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Discoverer. Experience …
0
Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea$1345019Oct 13, 2024Aboard Heritage Adventure on this 19-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New …
0
New Guinea Odyssey$1091017Sep 21, 2025Embark Le Soleal for a brand-new 17-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, …
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