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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns
- 8h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. This 35-metre luxury fast superyacht departs Cairns with 5 hours spent exploring 2 spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations for an adventure-filled day. Visit two different outer reef locations on the Great Barrier Reef for the chance to see tropical marine life. Delicious fresh BBQ lunch, tea, coffee, light snack and glass of wine on the return journey is included. Upgrade to include additional water adventures such as introductory or certified scuba dive or a scenic helicopter flight. Top quality equipment and instruction provided by friendly and professional instructors.
Inclusions
What's included
- Free lycra/stinger suit hire
- 5 hours reef time at 2 spectacular outer reef locations
- 1 pre-booked dive (if dive package is selected. Additional dives can be added once onboard)
- Personal flotation aids - life jackets and noodles
- 10-minute Scenic Flight (if selected)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Glass of wine and a snack on return journey
- BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, prawns, steak, salads (Veg, GF, DF & Vegan options)
- Use of snorkeling and scuba equipment
What's not
- Transportation to the meeting point
Itinerary
Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am - 7.45am. Once checked in, you can make your way down to the boat, Evolution. Be greeted by your friendly crew, who will provide you with masks and snorkel, and then enjoy arrival tea, coffee and muffins before departure.
Evolution departs Cairns at 8 am with a safety briefing on your way to your first reef location. After 1 hour and 30 minutes, you will arrive at the first reef location. This will either be Saxon Reef or Norman Reef based on weather conditions and water clarity, to ensure the best experience for all activities.
Enjoy a BBQ lunch onboard (special dietary requirements catered for). The spread features an Australian barbecue with fresh fish, steak, prawns, and a variety of salads, and breads.
Evolution arrives at the second reef location for more snorkelling and/or scuba diving. Marvel at the incredible richness and diversity of marine life as you snorkel at another Outer Reef location. If you prefer to stay dry, sit back and enjoy the views with our three deck spaces available for lounging. Dial up the adventure and choose the package with the 10-minute scenic helicopter flight to experience the Great Barrier Reef from above!
As you return to the mainland after a full day in paradise, enjoy complimentary afternoon tea of cheese, biscuits and a glass of wine as you toast to a great day visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Evolution arrives back to Cairns at approximately 4.30pm.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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5Snokerling. - An experience to cherish
We had an amazing experience of snokerling. We were hand held and give beautiful seeing of great reed. down under team was just too good. Being an Indian, hot dishes in Lunch would have made the trip seven stars.
5Awesome tour and...
Awesome tour and wonderful crew. Boat was very clean and the tour was very safe and well organized. Staff was doing headcount regularly and each person was required to check in once out of the water. Tour and tour operator, highly recommended.
5It is an immersive,...
It is an immersive, cultural and super well-planned experience. All of the staff are more than friendly and are super helpful. I did an intro-dive for my first time and it was so awesome and beautiful. Great way to see the reef and meet people, couldn't recommend more.
5Goodness
Definitely worth it. All I got to say. But since there's a character minimum, I'll also say, don't miss out on the scuba.
5A great way to snorkel and see the Great Barrier Reef
The crew are very friendly. Where they took us for snorkelling was great saw lots of fish including groper. The lunch was very nice we had steak, seafood and salad buffet. There was a crew member taking photos of people while snorkelling. The photos are reasonable priced if you want to buy them and they even give you additional photos of fish etc that they took.
5Great day on the reefs
There are 2 reef different reef stops and they are both amazing . It’s a bit congested to get your gear on and into the water Once in the water there is plenty of room The meal was great with lots of options and plenty for everyone Lots of seating options sheltered or in the sun All the staff were knowledgeable and friendly
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 160 travellers
- Operated by
- Down Under Cruise and Dive
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in is from 7.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter to check-in. Boat departs 8.00am.
- 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 with a physician the 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, doctor's signature and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operators Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions prior to travel. Please note your Dive Instructor will conduct their own risk assessment on the day of travel to ensure the safety of all divers. This means the instructor has the authority to cancel a dive if they feel there is any risk involved, regardless of prior medical documentation.
- Children aged and under 12 years (introductory) and 10 years (certified divers) are not permitted to participate in onboard diving activities as per Queensland Australian Law.
- Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
- For Certified Diving, evidence of dive certification (PADI, SSI, etc.) is required from all divers day of wishing to participate in a certified dive.
How it compares in Cairns & the Tropical North
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 89 day trips we list in Cairns & the Tropical North.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 89.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cairns & the Tropical North
Cairns is the gateway to Far North Queensland, with the Great Barrier Reef offshore, Daintree rainforest to the north and the Atherton Tablelands inland.
Cairns sits on Trinity Bay between the sea and a wall of forested ranges. The Esplanade has a public saltwater swimming lagoon and a long boardwalk beside mudflats where wading birds feed, and the Botanic Gardens hold tropical plants and a rainforest boardwalk. The city is the departure point for boats to the Great Barrier Reef, including the coral cay of Green Island and the rocky Fitzroy Island, and for flights over the reef.
Top-ranked sights in Cairns & the Tropical North: Great Barrier Reef, Barron Gorge National Park, Green Island.
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