Now that we have booked Kangaroo, we decided we need to book excursions; however, there were a couple of anomalies.

First, on Thursday Island, there is only one tour to choose. Then, it is sold out.

What gives? How could there be only one choice and then it be sold out four months in advance?

Second, on Sandakan, not only are two of the excursions additional charges (when "like" excursions are free at different ports) but all four excursions are sold out? Again, what is the story?

Has anyone been able to book a tour at Thursday Island or Sandakan?