Great Barrier Reef Diving Tour

Overview

  • Language:English
  • Tour code:LMREREX
  • Tour Departs:7:30 AM from Cairns
  • Tour Returns:Approximately 4:30 PM
  • Tour Operates:Daily
Our Great Barrier Reef Deluxe Tour is the ideal way to explore the fascinating serenity of the reef onboard a spacious and comfortable catamaran. Your journey begins with an hour-long venture from the Cairns Marlin Marina out towards the outer reef. Take the opportunity to take in the spectacular sights along the way.

A BBQ bacon and egg roll, tea and coffee await you on arrival aboard our Great Barrier Reef Deluxe Tour. (We also cater for vegetarians. Please notify us of your dietary requirements when making your booking).

Whilst en route to the outer reef, an expertly run tutorial will take place, demonstrating how to use the snorkelling and dive equipment. As well as this demonstration, all the safety components of the trip will be covered as well as a marine biology presentation. At approximately 9:30, you will arrive at the first site, which is decided on the day, according to the captain of the vessel. There are multiple reef sites which you may come across throughout your adventure, including Hasting Reef, Breaking Patches, Norman Reef and Saxon Reef. Each of these locations is breathtaking and offer the greatest snorkelling/diving experience.

Once you have arrived, it is time to explore the fascinating wonders of the famous Great Barrier Reef. Venture into the waters with either a beginner or certified dive (no experience required). Your dive and snorkel experience in the crystal-clear waters will satisfy your needs, as you uncover the picturesque beauty of what lies below the surface.

Around midday, take the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch. Once again, we cater for vegetarians and offer veggie patties (please notify us at the time of booking). From lunch, it is time to explore your second diving sight for the day, where you will have 2 hours to explore the charming waters. You can snorkel the reef, or upgrade to a second beginner or certified dive at your own expense.

***Please ensure you discuss with us prior to your tour any medical condition you may have which may limit your ability to participate in scuba-diving. All divers are required to fill out a questionnaire prior to diving. Please click here to view this form***

Queensland Public Holidays – please note: bookings which fall on a Queensland Public Holiday will incur an additional surcharge of $50 per person. This surcharge will be paid on board on the day of the tour. A $100/person surcharge applies if you are travelling on Christmas Day (25 December). If you would like to check the date you are travelling prior to booking, please contact our office.
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Highlights

  • Snorkelling and Diving The Great Barrier Reef
  • 6 hours on the water snorkelling/diving
  • Beginner or certified dive
  • All meals included

Includes/Excludes

  • BBQ breakfast roll
  • Delicious lunch
  • Light snack and glass of wine on the return journey to Cairns
  • All reef taxes
  • 6 hours on the reef
  • Wildlife viewing
  • 1 beginner or certified dive
  • Snorkelling equipment hire and tuition
  • Flotation devices
  • Water, tea and coffee all-day

Upgrades

Additional dive upgrades

Additional dive upgrades can be purchased from the staff on board on the morning of your tour, and cannot be pre-booked.
Additional certified dive: $60 per person Additional beginner dive: $70 per person

Top Deck Club Access

for exclusive reserved table seating in the Captains Wheelhouse Top Deck Lounge and your own personal valet service for the day, upgrade to the Top Deck Club ($150). Minimum of 2 passengers required

Top Deck Club Access premium upgrade includes:

Dedicated personal valet service for the day
Access to the Captains Wheelhouse Top Deck Lounge with reserved table seating
Hot breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea
Sparkling wine and cheese on the return journey
Plunger coffee, tea and chocolates
Guided snorkel or dive

Meeting Point: Marlin Marina, 1 Spence Street Cairns for check in at the Reef Fleet Terminal from 07:30 AM.

Hotel pickups can be arranged from most accommodation providers in central Cairns. Northern Beaches pickups can be arranged at an additional cost to be paid on the day of the tour. If you require a hotel pickup, please select your accommodation location from the drop-down menu when you book.

If you cannot find your accommodation in the list, please contact us and we can advise you of the closest location.

Cairns City pickup: No additional cost
Northern Beaches pickup: $40 per person (pay on the day of the tour)

Frequently asked questions

Information about your tour operator

We only work with high quality, experienced and reliable tour operators. You will receive information about the operator of this tour in a confirmation email once you have completed your reservation.

What to bring

Enclosed shoes
Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
Bathers
Water Bottle
Change of clothing
Camera
Backpack

Fitness Requirements

Low level of fitness required

Children

Child prices are from children age 4 – 11 years old
Children under the age of 4 travel on a lap of a parent
The minimum age required for diving is 12 years old
Please provide the children ages in the notes when you make a booking