Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise with Guided Snorkelling Tours
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Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise with Guided Snorkelling Tours
8.5 hours
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Go on a trip from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reed and enjoy up to five hours exploring two reef sites, perfect for both experts and beginners.
With an expert guide and all necessary equipment provided, you'll have a comfortable and safe experience!
Indulge in a tropical buffet lunch with a selection of hot and cold dishes, plus tea, coffee, and chilled water to keep you refreshed all day.
Unwind on spacious sun decks, relax in air-conditioned indoor areas, and freshen up after your adventure with hot freshwater showers onboard.
Fun fact: The Norman Reef is home to the largest mollusc in existence, the Giant Clam!
Full-day cruise of Outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns
5 hours at the Outer Reef
Expert snorkeling guide
Three snorkel sessions at two sites (Norman, Saxon, or Hastings)
Fresh tropical buffet lunch (hot and cold options)
Tea, coffee, and water
Snorkeling equipment, wetsuit/lycra suit, prescription masks
Hot freshwater showers
Digital camera hire
Professional photos for purchase
Soft drinks, alcohol and snacks
Souvenirs
Introductory or certified diving
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Hop aboard a boat from Cairns to the Reef, to start your snorkelling journey! At your dive site, you can enjoy guided snorkel tours and up to three diving or snorkeling sessions, with experts to ensure a safe and exciting experience. When you're ready for a break, savor a delicious tropical buffet lunch, along with morning and afternoon tea. Between dives, unwind on the sun deck, cool off in air-conditioned indoor spaces, and refresh with a hot freshwater shower before returning to Cairns in the late afternoon.
Itinerary
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8am: Check in at Cairns Marlin Marina and board the boat
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8.30am: Depart Cairns and receive safety briefings as we travel to the outer reef
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10am: Arrive at first snorkel and dive site
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12.45pm: Move to second site and enjoy lunch
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1.30pm: Continue diving and snorkelling
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3pm: Depart reef site
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4.30pm: Arrive back in Cairns
Know before you go
What to bring
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Bring along your swim suit, towel, spare clothes, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for the tour!
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Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite
What's not allowed
- Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years
Accessibility
- If you have special dietary requirements, contact the team beforehand so they can better take it into account
Additional information
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Facilities: restroom with hot showers on board
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Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
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If you don't want to snorkel or dive, you can lounge on the sundeck
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All introductory and certified scuba participants must meet medical questionnaire requirements and some conditions or medications may prevent you from diving. These requirements can be found here, and we strongly recommend reviewing before booking.
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