Activity Details
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Queensland Australia
Upon arrival at your first reef location, either Saxon or Norman Reef, it’s time to snorkel and dive! Hop in the water with your provided equipment and discover the underwater world full of multicolored fish, coral, and other marine life. Your guides help you to get outfitted with snorkel and scuba diving equipment, and provide instruction and encouragement to newcomers and experienced people alike. Your friendly and knowledgeable crew is always available to help nervous snorkelers or divers enjoy their time in the water.
During your time on the reef, you will enjoy a BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, steak, a variety of salads, and prawns.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Queensland Australia
At the second reef location, North Hastings Reef, you can snorkel or dive again. If you prefer to stay dry, you can still check out this World Heritage-listed underwater world on semi-submersible tour with live commentary by our marine biologist (additional cost) or from above with a 10-minute scenic helicopter ride (additional cost).
Duration: 2 hours
Itinerary
Departure Time: 7:00 AM
Departure Point: 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Return Details: Returns to original departure point
:Tour option details are as follows
3 Certified Dives 07:00:
Option Descriptions: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Includes 3 certified dives, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear.
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
One Certified Dive 07:00:
Option Descriptions: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Includes 1 certified dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear.
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
Cruise, Dive and Heli Flight 07:00:
Option Descriptions: Outer Barrier Reef Cruise including 1 introductory or certified dive, a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight and buffet lunch
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
One Introductory Dive 07:00:
Option Descriptions: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Includes 1 introductory dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear.
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
Snorkeling Only 07:00:
Option Descriptions: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Free time for snorkeling and swimming. Includes buffet lunch, snorkel gear.
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
Snorkeling and Heli Flight 07:00:
Option Descriptions: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef including a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight and free time to snorkel
Option Departure Time: 7:00 AM
Inclusions
- BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, prawns, steak, variety of salads (veg options available)
- Cruise onboard the fastest, most luxurious superyacht
- 5 hours reef time at 2 spectacular outer reef locations
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Up to 3 Introductory or Certified Scuba Dives (if selected)
- Free lycra/stinger suit hire
- Glass of wine, cheese and biscuits on return journey
- 10-minute Scenic Flight (if selected)
- Relax in comfort in spacious air-conditioned modern lounges and stylish upper deck
- Entry/Admission - Great Barrier Reef
Exclusions
- $20 per person reef levy (to be paid direct prior to travel)
- Private transportation
Change & Refund Policies
- Free cancellation at or before 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use
- Cancellations made after 00:01 at least 2 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
- If you need to change your booking, please cancel and rebook
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How to Use It
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. Please check the usage instructions on your voucher for more info about how to use it
- Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use.
Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Infant: Age 0 to 3
Adult: Age 17 to 99
Child: Age 4 to 16
Important Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Check-in is from 7.15am to 8.00am 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 8.15am sharp.
All intending divers over the age of 65 years must provide a current Diving Medical certificate.
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.
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive.
Diving within 24 hours before your flight is not permitted. All participants will be required to complete a health/medication questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart & lung conditions etc) and prescribed medications may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor before booking.
Due to comfort, weight and balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over (240 pounds) 110kg will be required to pay an additional fee. Please contact the operator to check first.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Reef levy must be paid prior to travel
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 130 travelers
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
