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Captain Cook Cruises

Peace, tranquility and breath taking scenery and native animal life - the Great Barrier Reef in a nutshell. Cruising this amazing wonder is one of the best ways to explore its various areas and allows you to see many of the jewel islands that are dispersed along the Queensland coast. You will see beautiful coral cays and amazing golden beaches on your cruise.

For over 2500 kilometres the Great Barrier Reef stretches along the Queensland coast, and it boasts over 500 species of coral and over 1500 species of fish and other marine life. Take the opportunity to explore this natural wonder of the world; its magnificent beauty will astound. Also visited on the Great Barrier Reef cruise are many exotic islands and rainforests. Lizard Island, Dunk Island and many other islands and lagoons will be part of your destinations on this truly remarkable experience. Cairns, the international gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, is located between the surrounds of the Daintree National Park and the Atherton Tablelands - some of the most renowned locations in Australia.

You are sure to enjoy your stay on the Great Barrier Reef, it's hospitality, natural beauty and stunning scenery is unmatched throughout the world. Please see the following pages for information regarding vessel details, cruising itineraries and the location of your Captain Cook cruise.

Captain Cook Cruises

Vesel Information

MV Reef Endeavour is a luxurious first class cruise ship designed for passenger comfort and uses many technologies to ensure that your cruise is as comfortable as possible. The Reef Endeavour comfortably accommodates just 150 passengers - enough people to mingle and enjoy your cruise with, but not enough to be overcrowded.

Facilities aboard the MV Reef Endeavour include:

  • Swimming pool
  • Gymnasium and sauna
  • Two spas
  • Two bars
  • Two lounges
  • Single sitting dining saloon
  • Sun deck
  • Chart house
  • Glass bottom boat
  • Snorkelling and dive vessels
  • Library and video
  • Guest laundry
  • Gift shop
  • Satellite Communications
  • Telephone and fax
  • 24 hour tea and coffee facilities
  • Embarkation platform

The Dining Saloon

The Dining Saloon is designed to accommodate all passengers at a single sitting. Breakfast and luncheon consists of a buffet style serving with 'free seating'. Dinner is a la carte with a different menu every night, in addition to assigned seating. 


Sunlover Cruises - Moore Reef Tour

3 Night Southbound Cruise

Includes location such as Cairns, Fitzroy Island, Hedley Reef, Hinchinbrook Channel and Dunk Island.

4 Night Northbound Cruise

Locations include Cairns, Fitzroy Island, Cooktown, Two Isles, Lizard Island and Ribbon Reef No. 5.

7 Night Combined Cruise

A combination of the 3 night and 4 night cruises.


Accommodation

Accommodation aboard the MV Reef Endeavour comprises of 75 cabins. Three levels of accommodation are available: Top Deck Staterooms, Staterooms and Cabins. Each cabin is approximately 150 square feet. Each cabin includes:

  • Private bathroom ensuite
  • On/off air conditioning
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Soaps
  • Shampoo and towels
  • Serviced daily

Top Deck Staterooms are situated on A Deck, and open onto outside decks. Panoramic windows provide heavenly views from the top deck. Staterooms are located on B and C decks, and also open onto outside decks. Cabins are located on D deck, and all open onto an inside passageway.