Australia Minke Whales July 2026

Minke Whale and Great Barrier Reef Dive Adventure

Embark on the ultimate underwater adventure and experience the magic of Australia's Great Barrier Reef like never before! Dive into crystal-clear waters, where vibrant coral gardens and an abundance of marine life await, offering some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater scenery. For an added thrill, snorkel with the gentle minke whales, renowned for their curious nature and graceful presence. These magnificent creatures often approach divers and snorkelers, offering a rare and intimate encounter with one of the ocean’s most majestic species.

Trip Includes

- 7 Nights Accommodation in an Air Conditioned Stateroom with Private Bathroom

- All Meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, freshly prepared by the onboard chef. Wine and soft drink are included with the evening meal

- Scuba Diving at world-renowned sites on the Great Barrier Reef. Up to 22 dives

- Minke Whale Snorkeling Experience at the world’s only known Minke Whale aggregation sites

- Tanks, Air Fills and Weight Belt

- Reef Ecology Program

- Transfer to the airport or Cairns hotel after your expedition

- A Trip You Will Never Forget!

Not Included: airfare, hotel before or after the boat, transportation to the boat, reef fee of $8 per day, crew gratuity, dive gear rental, travel and dive insurance, anything else not listed above.

Itinerary

July 9
8.30 am - 4.00 pm: Check in at Mike Ball Dive Expeditions (3 Abbott St, Cairns)
5:30 pm Arrive at the meeting point to awaut boarding
5:50 pm: Briefing
6:00 pm: Spoilsport departs Cairns
* Dinner is not provided on the first evening, I recommend eating before you board

July 10 - 15
Dive, Swim with Minke Whales, Eat, Sleep, Repeat
General daily schedule with some variation throughout the week
6.30 am: Wake up call, light breakfast available in dining room
7:00 am: Dive brief & diving commences
9.00 am: Full cooked Breakfast
10.30 am: Dive brief & diving. “Open decks” accommodate 1-2 dives either am or pm
2.00 pm: Lunch
3.30 pm: Dive brief & diving
4:30 pm: Afternoon Tea
6:30 pm: Night dive brief & dive
8:00 pm: Dinner
* Sunday is Aussie BBQ party night. Don’t forget to wear your loudest tropical shirt or dress and sing along to music played by our talented crew.

July 16
7.00 am: Light breakfast
8:00 am: Disembark and courtesy transfer to Cairns inner city hotels, the airport or our office where we can store your luggage until 4pm if you have a later flight.
* We recommend that you allow 24 hours between your last dive and your onward flight (all diving is finished by 5pm Wednesday).