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)
Fuel and administration levy

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

Recent reviews

5/5

Based on 47 reviews

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Jitendra

about 1 year ago

Diving and snorkeling

Snorkeling and diving in the Great Barrier Reef was a great experience.

Kristy

over 1 year ago

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.

Tracey

over 2 years ago

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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