Name: The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
Brand: My Queensland
SKU: 8071
Availability: InStock

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4 Nights in a Studio Suite
With beautiful casual styling, this studio uses light colours mixed with rich hardwood timbers and some earthy trims to create a wonderfully natural feel. You will love sitting at the table on your private balcony, listening to the birds in the rainforest trees around you. Your studio has 45-47sq. metres of space with separate living and sleeping areas and the bedroom has a King-size bed with an ensuite bathroom, which makes the studio perfect for 2 or 3 people. You have a well-equipped kitchenette to make your stay more convenient and when you want to escape the warm tropical air, you can use the air-conditioning to create your own cool refuge.

Return Flights with Checked Luggage
We do the searching for you to find the best flights so you can simply book and relax. This exclusive deal includes return economy flights to Cairns including 20kg of checked luggage – how good is that?

Return Airport Coach Transfers with Exemplar
Arrive at your destination with the confidence of knowing a friendly face is waiting to take you and your bags to your accommodation, and vice-versa when it’s time to go home.

BONUS Choice of Full Day Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise or Daintree & Cape Tribulation Tour or Kuranda Skyrail & Rail

Full Day Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise*
Acquaint yourself with the underwater world with a full day Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Cruise to Agincourt Reef. Enjoy unforgettable snorkelling, a reef presentation by a marine biologist, an observatory fish and coral viewing in a semi-submersible vessel, and a fish feeding presentation. Enjoy morning tea, a delectable buffet lunch and afternoon tea onboard.

Full Day Daintree & Cape Tribulation Tour*
Discover some of Tropical North Queensland’s hidden gems on this full-day tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local driver, delve into the lush palm forests of the Cattana Wetlands and marvel at the forceful Barron Falls with a Djabugay Aboriginal guide. Later, enjoy a tasty lunch at Skybury Coffee Plantation, Australia’s oldest coffee plantation and largest papaya grower, before sampling four different flavours at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery. Conclude your day on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, soaring over and through the breathtaking World Heritage Listed rainforest.

Kuranda Skyrail & Rail*
Unlock the secrets of the world’s oldest tropical rainforest. Be amazed as you hop aboard the skyrail and soar over and through the World Heritage protected Rainforest. Upon arrival in Kuranda, you have time to explore the fascinating village before enjoying a historical journey onboard the train, winding through hand-hewn tunnels, across bridges and around curves.

BONUS Breakfast Hamper on Arrival
Start the first morning of your holiday the right way, with a hamper of delicious breakfast food.

BONUS Bottle of Sparkling Wine on Arrival
Enjoy something a little special on your holiday, with a bottle of wine on us.

BONUS Complimentary Beach Towel Hire
Beach towels are provided for the entirety of your stay, so you can save the extra luggage space for the good stuff.

BONUS 10% Food & Beverage Discount
10% Food & Beverage discount at Palm Cove Surf Club & O’Donnell’s Irish Bar & Grill.

BONUS Two Hour Early Check-In (subject to availability)
Settle into your holiday straight away. Forget carting around bags, or worrying about them if you choose to leave them behind. Check-in early, unpack then unwind.

BONUS Late Checkout of 12pm (subject to availability)
Hang on to that holiday feeling and take your time on your last day. If available, enjoy a late checkout of 12pm so you can stay relaxed the whole way home.

BONUS Privileges Dining Card
Enjoy exclusive and rewarding dining experiences at several popular restaurants and cafes with the limited-edition, award-winning Privileges Dining Card. Offering up to 25% (or more) off your bill for you and your accompanying guests, the Privileges Dining Card increases your spending power at participating venues.

BONUS My Queensland Experience Pass
Your holiday includes a My Queensland Experience Pass, offering an exclusive 10% off popular tours, attractions and activities.

Complimentary Parking
Rest assured that there will always be a place for your car throughout the duration of your holiday.

Complimentary Wifi
With complimentary access to wifi, you can remain connected throughout your stay.

Important Info Open All

Valid for travel ex Brisbane & Sydney: 03 – 31 March 2025; 01 – 04 April 2025; 25 April – 11 June 2025; 19 – 27 June 2025; 13 October – 12 December 2025
Add from $100 per person for travel: 05 – 15 April 2025; 21 July -19 September 2025; 07 – 12 October 2025; 13 – 20 December 2025
Add from $200 per person for travel: 14 – 20 July 2025

Valid for travel ex Melbourne: 03 – 31 March 2025; 01 – 04 April 2025; 25 April – 11 June 2025; 19 – 27 June 2025; 13 October – 12 December 2025
Add from $100 per person for travel: 21 July 2025 – 19 September 2025
Add from $150 per person for travel: 05 – 15 April 2025; 07 – 12 October 2025; 13 – 20 December 2025
Add from $250 per person for travel: 14 – 20 July 2025

Valid for travel ex Adelaide: 03 – 31 March 2025; 01 – 04 April 2025; 25 April – 11 June 2025; 19 – 27 June 2025; 13 October – 12 December 2025
Add from $100 per person for travel: 21 July 2025 – 19 September 2025
Add from $300 per person for travel: 05 – 15 April 2025; 07 – 12 October 2025; 13 – 20 December 2025
Add from $400 per person for travel: 14 – 20 July 2025

Valid for travel ex Perth: 03 – 31 March 2025; 01 – 04 April 2025; 25 April – 11 June 2025; 19 – 27 June 2025; 13 – 31 October 2025; 13 October – 12 December 2025
Add from $100 per person for travel: 21 July -19 September 2025;
Add from $400 per person for travel: 05 – 15 April 2025; 07 – 12 October 2025; 13 – 20 December 2025
Add from $500 per person for travel: 14 – 20 July 2025

Blockout dates: 16 – 24 April 2025; 12 – 18 June 2025; 28 June – 13 July 2025; 20 September – 06 October 2025

Other surcharges & block out dates may apply during peak travel periods.

Price based on departing from Brisbane, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

Melbourne ($50pp)
Adelaide ($100pp)
Perth ($300pp)

Based on Studio Suiteview room

Upgrade to Pool View Spa Apartment from $50 per personview room

*Airfares
Airfares are based on the best available airfare at time of publication and are subject to availability & change. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Air surcharges apply during Australian school holidays and other peak travel periods. Applicable charges will apply for changes. Tickets are non refundable at all times.

*Accommodation
Two-Hour Early Check In (Subject to availability)
12pm Late Checkout (Subject to Availability)

*Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef to Agincourt Reef ex Palm Cove
Luxury air-conditioned coaches tour Cairns and Northern Beaches passengers along one of Australia’s most beautiful scenic coastal drives with a full commentary. A pick-up service is available from your accommodation. Times will be advised upon confirmation of booking.

Includes:
Morning and afternoon teas on board, reef presentation by marine biologist, hot and cold tropical buffet lunch, and all snorkelling equipment provided, qualified snorkelling safety officers on hand, underwater observatory fish & coral viewing, coral viewing by semi-submersible vessels & fish feeding is conducted by crew.

Excludes:
Introductory and Certified Scuba Diving, Ocean walker Helmet Diving, Guided Snorkel Tour with a marine biologist & Scenic helicopter flights

An Environmental Management Charge of $8.00 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in the rates.
• A fuel surcharge may be applicable and in such cases is payable direct by passengers to Quicksilver on the day of travel.
* Vessels are subject to change at any time without notice.

*Daintree & Cape Tribulation Tour Ex Palm Cove
Your Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation 4WD Bloomfield Track full-day tour from Palm Cove begins with being met by your friendly accredited guide at your accommodation approximately 07:45am, depending on location.

After introductions, we drive north along the magnificent scenic coastal route along the Captain Cook Highway learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coastline and the Azure waters of the Coral Sea.

Stop 1: Daintree Rainforest River Cruise & Morning Tea – our first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for morning tea (tea, coffee & biscuits) before enjoying an informative guided River Cruise on the Daintree River. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree Rainforest can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!

Stop 2: Alexandra Range Lookout – we make our way up over the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea.

Stop 3: Guided Boardwalk and natural rainforest walk – a reasonable level of fitness is required to complete the short 1km approx. circuit with most of the trail being on a raised, timber boardwalk but with some of the trail being on rocky and uneven surfaces. Your experienced guide will take you on a wonderful journey through this ancient rainforest whilst giving you an interpretation of flora and fauna and you will have ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.

Stop 4: Lunch – Enjoy lunch at a local cafe in the Daintree Rainforest region.

Stop 5: Emmagen Creek Wildlife Spotting & Swim – we will take you beyond the famous Daintree Tea Plantation, past spectacular mountains and through spectacular World Heritage Rainforest as we pass Cape Tribulation and continue along the 4WD Bloomfield Track through to pristine Emmagen Creek. Billy Tea Safaris is the only tour operator that goes to this secret Jewel in the Rainforest, and now it is time for a refreshing rainforest stream swim, in crystal clear fresh waters and without the crowds of people.

Stop 6: Cape Tribulation Beach – we then make our way to Cape Tribulation Beach after most of the crowds are gone, stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers’ platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the ‘Rainforest meets the Reef.’

Stop 7: Ice-cream stop – we stop for a sweet treat on the way home from your fabulous day out in the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation.

*Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Combo Ex Palm Cove
This morning our driver will greet you, collect your voucher and issue your Kuranda Boarding Pass. We will then transfer you to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Smithfield, where you proceed directly to the boarding line – there is no need to queue as your Skyrail tickets are already on your Boarding Pass.

Once aboard, be amazed as you journey over and through World Heritage protected Rainforest. Your Boarding Pass is your ticket for this iconic rainforest experience that includes time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. Or visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre. Complimentary guided boardwalk tours are offered throughout the day at Red Peak Station.

Upon arrival in Kuranda, it’s time to explore this fascinating village. The Heritage Markets operate 7 days a week and are full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. You might also like to visit Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens [at own expense]. Your Kuranda Boarding Pass also offers discounted entry into selected Kuranda attractions.

10 minutes before your scheduled departure time, board the train and take your seats – your tickets are already on your Boarding Pass so no need to check in. After boarding the train, your journey winds through hand-hewn tunnels, across bridges and around curves, all the time appreciating what an amazing engineering feat it is.

Upon arrival at Freshwater Station, our coach will be waiting to transfer you to your accommodation. Your Boarding Pass will tell you which coach to look for.

TOUR INCLUSIONS:
*Hotel Pick up
*Kuranda Scenic Railway
*Freetime in Kuranda
*Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
*return Transfers to Palm Cove Accommodation.

Pricing
All prices are per person twin share unless otherwise stated, are in Australian dollars, are correct at the time of publication & are subject to change without notice. Flights are not included unless otherwise stated & if included, are economy class unless otherwise stated. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable.

Cancellation Charges
Please note, cancelled bookings will incur charges. Our travel service providers are entitled to impose cancellation charges, which can be up to 100% of the amount paid to them for the relevant service, regardless of whether travel has commenced. If any refunds are received from travel service providers, they will be passed on to you, less a minimum cancellation fee. Please refer to the Cancellation Policy on general terms & conditions.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. Ask your My Queensland Expert about our great value coverage options.

General Terms & Conditions
In addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined above, upon purchase, this package is subject to general terms & conditions.