Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch from Cairns

• 2 premium outer reef sites
• Morning and afternoon tea
• Snorkeling equipment
• Wet and lycra suits
• Freshly prepared buffet lunch
• Introductory dive (if option selected)
• Certified dive (if option selected)

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

If you select the Self Drive option, please check in at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street, Cairns City)

If you select the Cairns or Northern Beaches pick-up option, please contact the tour operator after booking to arrange your return transfers.

Check availability to see starting times.

The cruise departs from Cairns Marina at 9:00 am and returns to Cairns at 5:00 pm.

• Customer-requested cancellations made at least 6 days prior to travel will receive a refund of 95% of the total booking amount. The remaining 5% will be retained as a non-refundable administration and booking fee. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
• Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
• Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction

Choose the snorkelling option for the complete reef cruise with two Outer Reef sites, snorkelling equipment, meals and the onboard cultural program. Choose the introductory dive option if you would like to try one supervised scuba dive without prior certification. Participants must be at least 12 years old and complete the onboard medical questionnaire. Certified divers can choose the certified dive option and must bring proof of certification. Whichever option you choose, the cruise and the rest of the included experiences remain part of your booking.

Yes. A full briefing, snorkelling equipment and flotation devices are provided. Crew support is available to help you feel comfortable before entering the water and while you explore, so first-time and less-confident snorkellers can enjoy the experience at their own pace.

The tour visits two Outer Reef locations selected from sites such as Milln, Flynn, Thetford, Norman, Saxon and Hastings reefs. The final pair is chosen to suit the day’s conditions and operating plan, giving you two different reef areas to explore during approximately five hours at the Great Barrier Reef.

The crossing takes approximately 90 minutes each way aboard a fast, stable motor catamaran. If you are prone to motion sickness, take your preferred preventative remedy before departure according to its directions. Natural ginger tablets and Travel-Calm are also available to purchase onboard.

The cultural experience is included for every guest, whichever activity option you choose. During the day, Indigenous cultural guides share a welcome, the Great Barrier Reef Creation Story and the Traditional Owners’ connection to Sea Country. The program also includes live dance and didgeridoo demonstrations, with opportunities to interact with clap sticks and fire poles.

Yes. Families have access to child-sized snorkelling equipment, flotation devices, sheltered seating, an air-conditioned cabin, toilets and included meals. Children under 16 must remain under adult supervision throughout the day, and the minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years.

The vessel has an air-conditioned lower cabin, an outdoor upper deck, sheltered seating, toilets and freshwater rinse showers. Bring swimwear, a towel, hat, sunscreen and a dry change of clothes. Towels are not supplied and there are no lockers, so valuables are best left at your accommodation.

The buffet normally includes vegetarian and vegan dishes, along with several gluten-free and dairy-free choices. Food allergies and other dietary needs need to be advised in advance. After booking, please contact us with any dietary requirements.