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Highlights
5 hours on the Great Barrier Reef
Snorkel or dive at 2 stunning reef sites
Delicious buffet BBQ lunch
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Diving and snorkeling
Snorkeling and diving in the Great Barrier Reef was a great experience.
Snorkelling
Best day out. Single mum with 5 kids. The crew were so great & helped out so much so we could all get the best experiences.
What you can expect
Explore the best of the Great Barrier Reef with this great value full-day cruise from Cairns, visiting two great Outer Reef sites. Cruise onboard a 35-metre luxury superyacht with three spacious decks and a friendly and professional crew.
See all the vivid, colourful, World Heritage beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, featuring 5 hours' worth of snorkelling or diving, it's a full-fledged Great Barrier Reef extravaganza. Choose to snorkel or dial up the adventure and scuba dive (no experience necessary!), all equipment included.
Guests of all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers can enjoy a magical day on the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on board the vessel and enjoy a freshly prepared barbecue lunch with fresh steak and seafood, a variety of salads and breads (special dietary requirements catered for too). You'll also be treated to a complimentary glass of wine, cheese and biscuits as you cruise back to Cairns.
Optional activities include semi-submersible tours, marine biologist tours and helicopter experiences (extra costs apply). Add these on with reservations before travel.
Join your friendly crew aboard a comfortable, modern and spacious vessel for an adventure that's as beautiful as it is educational - take in all the marine life, coral, fish and stunning colours at exclusive mooring locations hand-picked for their beauty.
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Inclusions
- Cruise in luxury to the Outer Reef in an air-conditioned catamaran - one of the newest in Cairns!
- Spend 5 hours at 2 outer Great Barrier Reef locations
- All water equipment provided and flotation devices
- Free lycra/sun-suit hire
- Arrival tea, coffee and mini muffins
- Glass of wine, cheese and biscuits on the return journey
- Experienced, professional dive instructors providing full diving and snorkelling tuition and safety briefings
- Delicious buffet BBQ lunch including fresh prawns, fish, steak, breads and a variety of salads (GF, DF, Vegan, and Vegetarian options available)
Exclusions
- Hotel pick ups and drop offs (return transfers additional cost, please book and pay with the tour operator prior to travel)
- Scuba dive not included in Snorkel Only option
Itinerary
- 7:15am - 7:45am: Check-in, Reef Fleet Terminal
- 8.00am: Evolution departs Cairns
- 9.45am: Arrive at reef location 1, Norman or Saxon Reef for snorkelling and/or scuaba diving
- 11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard
- 1:00pm: Evolution arrives at reef location 2, Hastings Reef, for snorkelling and/or scuaba diving
- 3:00pm: Evolution departs for Cairns, enjoy a glass of wine, cheese and biscuits
- 4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns (approximately)
Extras
- The optional extra activities can be booked with the tour operator before travel:
- Return transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas
- Semi-Submersible Tour
- Guided snorkel tours with a Marine Biologist
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Introductory and certified scuba diving (please choose the scuba diving package). Additional dives can be booked with the tour operator before travel.
Time
- Check-in is from 7.15am - 7.45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Marlin Marina, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter.
- The boat, Evolution, departs at 8am and returns approximately 4.30pm.
Duration
- This is a full day tour, with check-in from 7.15am – 7.45am, vessel departs 8.00am and returns approximately 4.30pm
Departure Location
- Check-in is from 7.15am - 7.45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Marlin Marina, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter.
- The boat, Evolution, departs at 8am
What To Bring
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Change of clothes
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Drink bottle
- Cash or Credit Card for additional purchases onboard from the bar
Terms And Conditions
- Diving: All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In a commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operator's Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions before travel
- Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
- Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options are available
- If you chose a package with a dive, this includes 1 pre-booked dive only (note: dives are not included with snorkel-only packages). Additional dives can be purchased onboard on the day or directly from the operator before travel
Cancellation Policy
- Customers can cancel their trip up to 18 hours before travel for a full refund (2 pm the day before travel). If you cancel within the 18-hour period before travel, no refund will be issued. Rebooking fees of $50 may also apply.
Location
1 Spence St, Cairns, QLD 4870
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Diving and snorkeling
Snorkeling and diving in the Great Barrier Reef was a great experience.
Snorkelling
Best day out. Single mum with 5 kids. The crew were so great & helped out so much so we could all get the best experiences.
Awesome Day!!
A must do while in Cairns. Awesome staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Fantastic snorkelling areas. The cater for any ability of swimming so you don’t need to be a great swimmer. Highly recommended!!
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