Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns

8 Hours 30 Minutes

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Hotel Pickup Offered

English

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Overview

If snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef is on your bucket list, don't miss this day trip from Cairns. You'll spend five hours at two different locations on the barrier reef for the chance to see tropical marine life in the clear waters. Lunch is included on board the boat, and you have the option to upgrade to include additional adventures such as introductory or certified scuba diving or a helicopter flight over this UNESCO World Heritage site. Both water sports enthusiasts and novices are welcome!

Full-day diving and snorkeling tour of the Great Barrier Reef with optional helicopter sightseeing flight, from Cairns
Enjoy five hours at two spectacular outer reef locations away from the crowds
Includes instruction and equipment provided by friendly and professional guides
Have the option to try scuba diving in a world-class location
Fuel up for more fun with a tasty Australian barbecue spread for lunch
Be amazed to observe the reef from the air on an optional 10-minute helicopter ride
Tap your toes to live musical entertainment on the homeward journey

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After boarding your deluxe boat, which seats a max of 100 people, including your experienced guides, your Great Barrier Reef day trip starts with the boat ride from Cairns out to the reef - one of the fastest rides from Cairns, with just more than an hour of cruising time. Depending on the weather and water conditions on the day of your tour, your guides will head to one of 12 exclusive moorings at six reef locations, providing you with the best possible on-the-water experience that day. Most likely, you'll visit one of the Outer Great Barrier Reef spots like Saxon Reef or Norman Reef in the morning, and then continue to North Hastings Reef in the afternoon.Upon arrival at your first location, hop in the water with your provided snorkeling equipment for a look at multicolored fish, coral and other marine life. Instruction is provided for beginners, and your knowledgeable crew members are on hand to encourage and help you, if needed. (See the Itinerary for more details about the scuba diving options, as well as the optional helicopter ride.) Then snorkel again at your second location. If you'd rather not get wet, you can still check out this World Heritage-listed underwater world on a tour by semi-submersible vessel (own expense; payable on the day of your tour). You'll have five hours total on the barrier reef and can refuel from your activities with the onboard buffet lunch of Australian barbecue items such as fresh fish, sausages and steak, plus a selection of pastas, salads and prawns. On the return trip to Cairns, snack on a platter of cheese and fruit while members of your talented crew provide live music and entertainment to celebrate the end of your day on the sea.ItineraryYou have a choice of optional activities on this tour, as described below. Introductory dive:For people who want to learn to dive, an introductory diving course is offered. It's the perfect chance to scuba dive at one of the world's premier diving sites! Certified dive:If you already have your diving certification, you can take up to three dives at two different locations during this excursion, with plenty of time in between for snorkeling and relaxation. Simply pre-book the initial dive, and then have the choice to purchase additional ones during your trip. All dive gear and dive computers are provided.Helicopter flight:Get even more out of your day on the Great Barrier Reef with an upgrade to include a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight. Not only will you get an underwater vantage point of the reef, but you can get the overview from the air. The helicopter flight can be combined with snorkeling, diving or both for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fully appreciate the grandeur of this natural wonder.

Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns

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