Cooktown Tuesday - Captain Cook sought refuge here to repair his ship during his epic voyage of discovery. The town itself was later carved out of the Cape York wilderness during the gold rush. Today Cooktown is a living museum of pioneer Australia. Two isles is your own uninhabited coral cay where the only sounds are the local bird life and the waves on the coral reef. Wednesday - A blue lagoon yachties dream about and long white sandy beaches.
Lizard Island is the jewel of the reef.
For those who know the beauty of sunrise at sea, an early morning climb to the island peak is rewarded with panoramic views. Snorkel over coral gardens only metres from the beach. Hand feed fish from the glass bottom boat - then slip away for a romantic stroll along a balmy bay. The Pacific Island Night will complete a perfect day in paradise. Ribbon Reef No.5 Thursday - Ribbon Reef No.5 is one of the Marine Park's most spectacular and remote destinations lying on the edge on the continental shelf.