Thursday Island: all 7 tours and excursions for your cruise

Upon arrival at Thursday Island you will have the opportunity to see the local artistry and their handcrafted items, providing you with a tangible connection to the local culture. After this you'll take a short walk to see artistic designs created by local artists adorn the community venue. This decoration will set the tone for the cultural experiences you're about to have and showcase the creative talents of the community. A respected elder from the community will greet you and lead a discussion...

Thursday Island has extraordinary pre- and post-colonial history, amazing views and breathtaking panoramas. What better way to discover the destination than with the local characters that operate the island taxi service. Note Please note: This tour involves a minimal to moderate amount of walking and guests are advised to wear light-weight, comfortable clothing,  and bring sun protection and bottled water from the ship. Thursday Island is a remote community where things run and operate...

Upon arrival at Thursday Island, take a short walk to see artistic designs created by local artists adorn the community venue. This decoration will set the tone for the cultural experiences you're about to have and showcase the creative talents of the community. A respected elder from the community will greet you and lead a discussion about the history, culture and more. This personalized insight will offer a deeper understanding of the island’s heritage, traditions and way of life....

Embark on a stunning, 40-minute scenic helicopter flight to the northernmost point of the Australian mainland, the iconic Tip of Australia. From your unique aerial perspective, view deserted white beaches, low lying wetlands, volcanic rainforest covered peaks and seasonal waterfalls that flow out to fringing reefs bathed in warm tropical waters that teem with wildlife. Keep your eye out for crocodiles, dolphins and sea turtles, as well as views of Green Hill Fort, pearl farms, WWII bunkers and...

There is no better way to fully appreciate the maze of reefs and islands that make up this stunning region than by helicopter. Your bird's eye view of Horn, Thursday, Hammond, Goods and Prince of Wales Islands, will add a whole new dimension to your Cape York experience. 40-Minute Helicopter FlightDepart the pier for approximately 10-minute drive to the helicopter departure point. Taking off from Sadies Beach helipad and flying over your cruise ship your helicopter provides great photo opportunities...

Tour Horn Island located in the Torres Strait in Queensland's north between the Australian mainland and Papua New Guinea. Ferry Ride to the Island & Guided TourBoard a ferry at the pier for the short transfer over to the island. Once on the island, board your coach and meet your guides, Liberty and Vanessa, locals and experts in their fields of Torres Strait History, who provide entertaining and enlightening commentary. Visit gun emplacements, an underground command post and slit trenches. Hear...

Discover why Thursday Island is one of the most enjoyable places to visit with a culture that has been developing for over 2,000 years. Be introduced to the world's friendliest locals and an azure seascape of unparalleled beauty. Learn of the island's days as a rough and tumble Port of Pearls and how it played a strategic role in Australia's military history. Green Fort HillDepart the pier for a short transfer to Green Hill Fort, built between 1891-1893 as part of Australia's...