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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, but 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. For a glimpse of Australia's extensive history, consider visiting the tasteful Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Consider cruising on a small ship cruise like the Coral Sea to access smaller reefs, ports, and beaches. Contact our travel specialists in order to start planning your trip now!

10 Best Cairns Great Barrier Reef Small Ship Cruises for 2021-2022

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Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef
Cairns to Cairns
8 Days from $3,585
Discover exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Expeditions II. Explore the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, and glass bottom boat accompanied by an expert Marine Biologist. Depart from Cooktown exploring the best of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Cape York & Arnhem Land
Cairns - Darwin
12 Days from $9,105
Join Coral Discoverer on its 12-day expedition that sails across the top of Northern Australia to explore the remote islands and ancient cultures from Cairns to Darwin and vice versa.
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Sunrise in Papua New Guinea Highlands
South Pacific Expedition: Cairns to Lautoka
2022
17 Days from $11,070
Join the Silver Explorer as it follows the coral South Pacific to Middleton Reef and deep dive – literally – into an underwater world of prismatic beauty on this 17-day Melanesian expedition cruise aboard Silver Explorer. Leaving Cairns, travel to hot springs and birds of paradise of Papua New Guinea.
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Nightcliff Jetty, Darwin, Australia
Circumnavigation of Australia
Darwin to Darwin
60 Days from $29,625
Circumnavigate Australia for 60 days aboard the Coral Adventurer. Explore hard-to-reach locations of historic significance or natural beauty. Visit famous places and share stories of historic maritime events that shaped the nation from ancient times to early explorers and more modern wartime.
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Relax in the magnificent beaches of Fiji
South Pacific Expedition: Cairns to Lautoka
Cairns to Lautoka
17 Days from $11,600
If the Great Barrier Reef was not already on your bucket list, then it is now. Join the Silver Explorer as it follows the coral reefs south to Middleton Reef and dive deep into an underwater world of prismatic beauty. A tale of islands in the blue, this is a true voyage to the ends of the earth.
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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
Cape York & Arnhem Land
12 Days from $9,105
Discover the Arnhem Land coast, once the trading ground of the Macassan people from Sulawesi. This magnificent 12-day voyage takes you across some of the most magical and remote destinations on Earth! Visit remote Bathurst and Melville Islands and learn of traditional Tiwi culture.
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Take in the unusual beauty of the Australian coast
Torres Strait and Cape York
Cairns - Horn Island
11 Days from $8,280
Share an intimate expedition onboard Coral Discoverer that takes in small islands and reefs of the northern Great Barrier Reef, Cape York coastal walks and the magic and mystery of our rarely seen Torres Strait Islands.
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Sunrise in Papua New Guinea Highlands
South Pacific Expedition: Cairns to Lautoka
2022
17 Days from $11,070
Join the Silver Explorer as it follows the coral South Pacific to Middleton Reef and deep dive – literally – into an underwater world of prismatic beauty on this 17-day Melanesian expedition cruise aboard Silver Explorer. Leaving Cairns, travel to hot springs and birds of paradise of Papua New Guinea.
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Relax in the magnificent beaches of Fiji
South Pacific Expedition: Cairns to Lautoka
Cairns to Lautoka
17 Days from $11,600
If the Great Barrier Reef was not already on your bucket list, then it is now. Join the Silver Explorer as it follows the coral reefs south to Middleton Reef and dive deep into an underwater world of prismatic beauty. A tale of islands in the blue, this is a true voyage to the ends of the earth.
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Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide

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Australia Overview
A cruise to Australia can be an adventure, a relaxing holiday, or anything in between. Travelers to Australia can experience the majesty of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world and home to countless species of marine life. Those wishing to remain closer to land can enjoy one of the gorgeous beaches on Australia's continuous coastline. Australians are known for their friendliness, and the landscape is known for its wildness. Discover why Australia is such a popular destination for savvy travelers.
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The Journey to the Great Barrier Reef!!
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