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KURANDA ARMY DUCK EXPERIENCE
Experience the Skyrail, The "World Famous" Kuranda Scenic Rail and the Army Duck all in one day!!
* Return Hotel transfers
* Famous Skyrail
* Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Free time in Kuranda
* Rainforestation Army Duck
Experience the Skyrail, The "World Famous" Kuranda Scenic Rail and the Army Duck all in one day!!
* Return Hotel transfers
* Famous Skyrail
* Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Free time in Kuranda
* Rainforestation Army Duck
Only $155.00 Per Adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Green Island Tropical and Enchanting Green Island, only 1 hour off the coast of Cairns
* Full day and half Day options
* Choice of Glass Bottom OR Snorkel Equipment
* Flexible departures
* FREE family fun options available
* Full day and half Day options
* Choice of Glass Bottom OR Snorkel Equipment
* Flexible departures
* FREE family fun options available
From $79.00 /Adult
Hotel transfers at extra cost
Hotel transfers at extra cost
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Daintree Walkabout takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe.
From $170 per adult
* Includes Palm Cove Transfers
* Lunch at Silky Oaks Resort
* Tropical Fruit Tasting
* Croc Spotting on Daintree River
* Includes Palm Cove Transfers
* Lunch at Silky Oaks Resort
* Tropical Fruit Tasting
* Croc Spotting on Daintree River
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Big Cat Green Island Trip - Palm Cove
Big Cat Green Island Trip
Day Trip to Green Island
- Late departure available
- Snorkelling OR Glass Bottom Boat
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Tourism News Feed
Thursday, December 04, 2008
In recognition for its climate change initiatives, Cairns reef operator, Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises has received the highest level of certification under Eco Tourism Australia’s inaugural Climate Action Certification Program.
In a first among Great Barrier Reef cruise operators, Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises has not only implemented numerous emission reduction actions, but has elected to make its business totally Carbon Neutral by offsetting remaining emissions.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises is an award-winning reef cruise operator that was purchased by its owner-operators in 1990, the Wallace Family. The company operates half and full day cruises to Green Island.
In making this announcement today, General Manager, Kim Thomas said “We are very excited to have achieved carbon neutral status. We understand our actions alone are not going to save the world from climate change. As a company, we are committed to reducing emissions because it makes very good sense for the environment and our business.
“As far we are aware, Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises is the first major Great Barrier Reef Marine Park tourism operator to achieve carbon neutral status. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has co-sponsored this certification program and their Climate Change Group has been very supportive throughout the process,” said Mr Thomas.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises achieved carbon neutral status by offsetting emissions through Greenfleet Australia; who in turn plant native trees within Australia as part of its Federal Government certified offsetting program.
“We are currently working with Greenfleet to organise tree planting within our local GBR water catchment area in an attempt to directly improve the water quality of Far North Queensland reefs. This will improve the resilience of these reefs to climate change impacts,” said Mr Thomas.
Although Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises will fund all offsetting costs passengers too will be invited to offset their own carbon footprint at cruise check-in.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises was also recently certified under the Federal Government’s climate change initiative, the Greenhouse Challenge Plus.
“This program includes a formal agreement in which the company commits to ongoing emission reductions and annual emission and system audits,” concluded Mr Thomas.
Whats Hot!
KURANDA ARMY DUCK EXPERIENCE
Experience the Skyrail, The "World Famous" Kuranda Scenic Rail and the Army Duck all in one day!!
* Return Hotel transfers
* Famous Skyrail
* Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Free time in Kuranda
* Rainforestation Army Duck
Only $155.00 Per Adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
2 Day Reef, Kuranda Train & Skyrail Combo
* Osprey V Reef Cruise
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Snorkelling Gear & lunch
* Kuranda Train & Skyrail
from $233 inc. EMC
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
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Temp: 22.9 °C
Wind: 22 kt S
Humidity: 89%
Pressure: 1016.1 hpa
Forecast: 20 - 26 °C (Showers)
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Paradise Palms Tropical Escape
3 Nights at Paradise Palms
* Wavedancer Low Isles
* Kuranda Train & Skyrail
* Tours including transfers
* Bonus Mini Golf/person
* Wavedancer Low Isles
* Kuranda Train & Skyrail
* Tours including transfers
* Bonus Mini Golf/person
FROM $512 PER PERSON
UNBEATABLE!
SAVE $314
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Island Views is perfect for a family. These spacious apartments are the most luxurious in Palm Cove.
STAY 7 PAY 5
STAY 4 PAY 3
from $255 per night
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments available.
Special Pay Stay offers also apply from 16th Oct. 2012
Travel between now and 31/May/2012
ELLIS BEACH BUNGALOWS
Beachfront bliss at a fraction of the cost!!
* Absolute Oceanfront
* Self contained bungalows
* Family Cabins available
* Great Value for money
* Only 30 mins from Cairns
STAY 7, PAY 6
From $137 per night
Travel between now and 25/June/2012
A Romantic Tropical escape with style!!
ISLAND & BEACH ESCAPE
* 3 Nights on Green Island
* Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
* 4 Nights at Angsana Resort & Spa
* Breakfast Daily at Green Island
* EXCELLENT COUPLES ESCAPE
From $1122 p/p
Rates are based on twin share
Travel between now and 30/June/2012
MAY SPECIAL!
Barron River Rafting
'Natures Theme Park'
Half day afternoon, 2 hours of white water rafting. No experience necessary. Up to Grade 3 rapids. Minimum age 12 !
Only $129 per person
including levy
Travel between now and 31/May/2012
4 DAY ULTIMATE PACKAGE
* Return hotel transfers
* Outer Reef Cruise
* Snorkel or Intro/Cert dive
* 30 Minute Hot Air Balloon
* FAMOUS Skyrail Cableway
* Scenic KurandaTrain
* Free time in Kuranda
* Tully River Rafting
* Cape Trib Safari
From $837 per adult
*$30 Rafting Levy & Balloon levy included
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
AMPHORA is situated on the beachfront in the heart of Palm Cove. There is an award winning lagoon pool ideal for families. Jjust a short walk to Palm Cove's many restaurants and village shopping.
STAY 4 PAY 3
STAY 7 PAY 5
Hotel rooms from $104/night
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments also available
STAY 7 PAY 5
Hotel rooms from $104/night
1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments also available
Travel between now and 31/May/2012
Green Island Tropical and Enchanting Green Island, only 1 hour off the coast of Cairns
* Full day and half Day options
* Choice of Glass Bottom OR Snorkel Equipment
* Flexible departures
* FREE family fun options available
From $79.00 /Adult
Hotel transfers at extra cost
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Go Jungle Surfing
Experience where the Rainforest meets the Reef in this unique 1 day tour
* Wildlife Habitat tour
* Daintree River Cable Ferry
* Alexandra Lookout
* Jungle Surfing
* Picnic Lunch
Only $199 p/a
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
A Perfect way to end a Perfect Day.......
Sunset Cruise & Dinner Package Enjoy a Sunset Cruise on 'MV Crocodile Explorer' followed by a three course meal at Dundee's on the Waterfront.
Includes:
-1.5 hour Sunset Cruise
-Welcome glass bubbly
-Superb 3 set menu @ Dundee's
-Child 2 course menu
Only $77per adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Hartleys Creek
The only place in FNQ to see Crocodiles
* World Famous Croc Attack Show
* Hartleys Lagoon Croc Cruise
* Return Palm Cove Transfers
* 1/2 & Full day available
* Must See Show!!!
Only $174 per Family
* Family based on 2A, 2ch 0-14yrs
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Contact our North Queensland office for advice on your holiday in Palm Cove.