Reefcheck and Coral Sea Shark Expedition (late Jan/early Feb -Dates TBA)
6 – 10 days optional
Here is a chance to give back to the reef! You can choose to participate in the entire 10 day package which includes 4 days at Orpheus Island Research Station where you will be trained in reef science and survey methodology. At the end of the course, you will be a fully qualified RCA Coral Reef Surveyor and will have the qualifications to participate in regular coral reef surveys monitoring and reporting on its health. From Orpheus Island you will be transferred to Port Douglas where you will board your vessel for your exciting 6 day/6 night shark research expedition to the Ribbon Reefs and Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea
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You can choose to join only the last 6 days/6 nights on board Nimrod diving the beautiful Ribbon Reefs and world class Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea. The choice is yours!
Swim with minke whale expeditions
As a founder and driving force behind the swim-with-minke whale program on the Great Barrier Reef, John Rumney and his crews love nothing more than sharing this passion and knowledge with others. So please join us for the wildlife experience of a lifetime as you get up close and personal with the insatiably inquisitive Dwarf minke whale.
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ADVENTURE & EXPLORATORY DIVING IN
THE FAR NORTH
The Far Northern section of the Great Barrier Reef is home to one of the most significant sea bird rookeries in Australia as well as the largest Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) nesting site in the world. During the summer months, thousands of turtles arrive here to lay eggs on their natal (birthplace) beaches during one of nature’s great migrations.
Shadowing their movements are Tiger sharks (Galeocerdo curvier), apex predators that congregate around the islands to feast on the abundance of easy prey. This area is truly unique and provides our guests with the opportunity to explore untouched reefs and rare animal encounters – the ultimate in wilderness adventure.
With no other trips accessing these remote areas, the Eye to Eye Marine Encounters expedition is one of a kind. We always endeavour to have guest scientists on board (when permits and itineraries allow) to carry out shark and turtle fieldwork including photo id, tagging and tracking studies.
We believe that the research, interpretative talks and discussions provided by our Eye to Eye team significantly enhances the guest’s experience and leads to a greater understanding and appreciation for the marine world.
*Includes a scenic low altitude flight from Cairns General Aviation Terminal to the Lockhart River Airport or vice-versa.
Cost is $600 per day plus airfares. Discounts available for repeat guests and early bookings!
Please note that prices are calculated with today’s fuel rate and may incur a small surcharge if fuel prices change dramatically prior to the trip.
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PAST EXPEDITIONS
AUV Coral Sea Exploratory Expedition (21-29 Oct 2010)
For a dive trip with a difference join PhD student Tom Bridge and his AUV team to explore deep sea coral biodiversity on the GBR Ribbons and Coral Sea. This expedition will be accompanied by interpretive talks and adventure diving (including ‘drift dives’ along the reef wall) at world famous Osprey Reef,, which has been voted one of the top 10 shark dives in the world. As a special joint project between Tourism Queensland and James Cook University space on this trip is limited so please register your interested asap.
Far Northern Tiger Shark Expedition (29 Nov - 7 Dec 2010)
Fly up to Lockhart River - Steam back.
Due to popular demand we will once again be offering an 8 day Far Northern Expedition in 2010 and possibly Feb 2011. These expeditions are not for the faint hearted and will venture into the remote regions of the Far North to tag and track Tiger sharks. The waters around Raine Island , the most prolific Green turtle rookery in the world) are truly one of the last frontiers, a wild place where fish and mega-fauna thrive in near pristine conditions. Please watch this space for more on these trips and send your expression of interest to jlrumney@gmail.com
Coral Sea Expedition with scientist, Billy Sinclair (4 – 13 Dec 2010).
This is the diver’s dive trip! Visiting the best sites on the Ribbon Reefs, Osprey and Shark Reef (weather permitting) in the Coral Sea. Maximum 12 divers..… say no more!
