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Planning a Cairns Christmas Party

A team Christmas party in the far north can head out to sea instead of sitting in a function room. The catch is timing: December falls early in the wet season, so a day on the water needs a weather backup and an indoor finish.

Christmas formats that suit the region:

  • A reef day on a sailing catamaran, with seats from $275 per person on a shared trip, or the whole boat chartered for the team.
  • A charter on Trinity Inlet aboard a 26-metre sailing catamaran, with a sit-down meal afloat.
  • A riverboat croc cruise on Dickson Inlet in Port Douglas, from $50 per person, followed by lunch in town.
  • A creative workshop at a craft studio in Aeroglen for a hands-on afternoon.
  • Dinner at an Esplanade restaurant, a CBD pub or a Northern Beaches club; compare rooms in Christmas party venues.

Add a covers band that also MCs, or a photographer, and book transport so the night ends with everyone accounted for.

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Weather and the end-of-year rush

  • Afternoon storms are common in December, so schedule water activities for the morning.
  • Ask reef and charter operators how they rebook a group if a trip is cancelled for wind or swell.
  • Fridays close to Christmas fill first across venues and boats, so a Thursday or an earlier weekend opens up options.

Keeping it inclusive

  • Pair a water outing with a land option for staff who don't swim or get seasick.
  • Snorkellers need stinger suits in the warmer months; check they are supplied.
  • Offer non-drinkers something too: a workshop or a croc cruise works for everyone.

Costing it

  • Compare per-person reef fares with the cost of chartering a whole boat for the team.
  • Ask venues for a Christmas set menu or package rather than ordering on the night.
  • Factor in coach transfers for anything at Port Douglas or the beaches.

Christmas Parties: Your Questions Answered

Can our team have its Christmas party on a boat on Trinity Inlet?

Yes. A 26-metre sailing catamaran is chartered whole for Christmas functions, with food on board. Ask about the weather call and the rebooking terms before paying the deposit.

What happens to a reef Christmas outing if it storms?

Operators can cancel or reschedule for wind, swell or storms, which are more likely in December. Book with a clear rebooking policy and hold a venue for the evening either way.

Are there Christmas activities in Port Douglas for a work group?

A riverboat croc cruise on Dickson Inlet runs private charters, and the town's pubs and marina brewpub host Christmas functions afterwards. Book a coach if the team is staying in the city.

What is a Christmas idea for staff who don't want a big night out?

A craft workshop, a croc cruise or a picnic set-up from $160 gives people a relaxed afternoon. Follow it with an early dinner rather than a late bar.

How early do December dates go for an end-of-year party in the reef city?

Fridays in early and mid December are claimed first by venues and boats alike. Book in the second half of the year, or take a weekday to widen the choice.

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