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TOWNSVILLE
is the starting point for diving expeditions to the historic Yongala
Wreck. Rated as the best wreck dive in Australia, the Yongala, located
in 28 m of water, is an incredible dive that is guaranteed to exhilarate
any diving enthusiast.
Everything is big – big fish, big schools, big wreck.
The Yongala was a luxury vessel making her way from Melbourne to
Townville when in 1911 she sank during a cyclone with the loss of
all 121 passengers and crew on board.
The 110m hull and deck are completely intact and protected by the
Historic Shipwreck Act. Altering or removing artefacts is strictly
prohibited. As a result, wreckage such as chairs, port holes, lights,
bottles and human remains are still visible, providing for a fascinating
dive.
However, the Yongala is most famous for the abundant marine life.
It is often said that you will see more marine life on one dive
on the Yongala Wreck than you will on half a dozen dives on the
reef. Big schools of giant Trevally and barracuda cruise the wreck.
Giant grouper, bull rays, schools of eagle rays, sea snakes, turtles,
large coral trout, sharks and schools of colourful tropical fish
patrol the length of the wreck. Hiding inside are large cod and
schools of small fish and hawk fish sneak out and take a peek.
For the invertebrate enthusiast, the wreck is covered in hard and
soft corals, anemones and a diverse range of crustaceans and molluscs
including giant murex and nudibranchs. During the winter months,
the calls of the migrating whales can be heard and occasionally
seen around the wreck.
The
Yongala Wreck is a ‘must do’ on your list of dive sites
in Australia. Very few dive sites in the world have as much to offer
as the Yongala and all who experience this incredible dive comment
that it is one dive that will remain in their memories forever.
For
the invertebrate enthusiast, the wreck is covered in hard and soft
corals, anemones and a diverse range of crustaceans and molluscs
including giant murex and nudibranchs. During the winter months,
the calls of the migrating whales can be heard and occasionally
seen around the wreck.
DIVE
N STAY PACKAGE 1 |
YONGALA
ONE DAY TRIP WITH ACCOMODATION
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Your
trip includes:
- 1 Nights
Dorm accommodation at Globetrotters
- 2 Dives
on the SS Yongala.
- Lunch,
morning and afternoon tea (On Vessel).
- Full
equipment hire. (Includes computer)
- Environmental
management charge.
- Yongala
mooring levy
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$ 249.00
ALL INCLUSIVE, NO HIDDEN COSTS
DIVE
N STAY PACKAGE 2 |
3 DAY
3 NIGHT ECO LIVE-ABOARD TRIP
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Your
trip includes:
- 10
dives including 2 night dives.
- All
equipment reef taxes, levies and mooring fees.
- All
bed linen
- 3 night’s
accommodation on vessel
- 2 night’s
dorm accommodation at Globetrotters Townsville before and
after your trip.
- 1
hour free internet at Globetrotters
- 2 Free
Breakfasts at Globetrotters
- Free
luggage storage
- Free
pick-up from Ferry and bus terminal
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$
789.00 (Diver)
$ 605.00 (Snorkler)
ALL
INCLUSIVE, NO HIDDEN COSTS
DIVE
N STAY PACKAGE 3 |
5 DAY
ECO LEARN TO DIVE COURSE
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Reserve
your place now with GLOBETROTTERS and learn to dive through
PRODIVE Townsville. PRODIVE offers the beginner diver the
ultimate in diving experience on their very first course,
the outer Great Barrier Reef and, yes, the SS YONGALA.
Your PADI open water course begins with 2 days of theory and
pool training at our PADI 5 STAR TRAINING CENTER. With a maximum
of only 8 students per course, your Instructor will take you,
at an easy pace through the knowledge and skills necessary
to become a confident, safe diver. Smaller student numbers
mean better more personalized attention. More time, less worry,
more fun!
Then it’s off to sea on our 3 day 3 night ECO liveaboard
trip. You will have 4 training dives to complete with your
instructor. Once qualified you have 5 more fun dives explore
with your buddy, the reef and wreck and all they have to offer.
Or, you may wish to take part in 1 or more dives of the adventure
diver program to further your knowledge and skill (see optional
extras).
Your trip
includes:
- All
course materials, text manuals and certification costs.
- All
equipment reef taxes, levies and mooring fees.
- All
bed linen
- 3 night’s
accommodation on vessel
- 2
night’s accommodation at Globetrotters
- Free
luggage storage at Globetrotters
- 1
hour free internet at Globetrotters
- 2 Free
Breakfasts at Globetrotters Townsville
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$
895.00 (Diver)
COURSE
STARTS: Every MONDAY and THURSDAY DURATION: 5 DAYS
Non
inclusive Requirements:
• Australian dive medical (AS 4005.1)
• Ability to swim.
• 2 passport Photos.
Optional
Extras
• PADI Advanced course $ 190.00
• Guided dive $ 10.00
• Double cabin (per person) $ 70.00
• Intro dive $ 50.00
• Adventure Dive $ 20.00
• Adventure Course $ 150.00
What to bring:
• Your diving certification and log book.
• A small bag with towel, swimwear, toiletries, sunscreen
and hat.
• Alcohol if wanted (not an excessive amount).
What not to bring:
• Large bags or back pack
• Bed linen, sleeping bags and pillows or any sleeping equipment
• Fishing equipment or glassware.
Cancellation
policy
If the Dive
operator cancels : The dive operator(s), Adrenalin Dive, Prodive
Townsville, Sunferries or any other dive/Snorkelling company affiliated
with Globetrotters reserve the right to cancel, or consider the
weather conditions will make diving unsafe. Should a trip be cancelled
by a dive company for whatever reason, then a full refund will be
available to the guest. Globetrotters Townsville will refund any
moneys paid for a dive n stay package to a guest however the guest
is then required to pay for any and all accommodation whilst at
Globetrotters unless other arrangements are made to stay at a different
time.
If the GUEST cancels : PROVIDED that the GUEST contacts GLOBETROTTERS
48 hours prior to the due arrival date then a full refund is available,
otherwise any deposit or payment received will be forfeited. If
the guest becomes ill during the trip/course and is unable to or
doesn't wish to continue then all moneys paid will be forfeited.
Globetrotters highly recommends that guests take out personal travel
insurance.

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Globetrotters
Backpackers Towsville
121
Flinders Street East, Townsville 4810
Tel: 1800 008 533 / +61 7 477 15000
Fax: + 61 7 47215945
info@globetrottersaustralia.com
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