great barrier reef - outer reef snorkeling & diving day tours
outer reef with poseidon
Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises operate a five star tour to the Agincourt Reefs on the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkellers and scuba divers will enjoy three outer reef sites. Poseidon holds the permits for 45 locations at 16 different reefs, traveling to the furthest north reef site away from other day boat operators. The sites are chosen on the day offering the best conditions, all the sites are spectacular, suitable for snorkellers and scuba divers alike.
Poseidon III, is an ultra modern 24 meter, high speed luxury catamaran. With a top speed of 30 knots, offering a faster, more comfortable trip to the Outer Barrier Reef, resulting in more time at each of the three sites visited daily. Poseidon III features a large air-conditioned main saloon, a spacious top sun deck and wheelhouse salon, and a purpose built 8 metre rear deck with a lowering transom which makes access to and from the water extremely easy and un-crowded. [Itinerary]
Poseidon is committed to preserving this beautiful and fragile environment. Moorings are used to prevent coral damage, and sewerage holding tanks avoid pollution of the Reef. No fishing or collecting is undertaken. Poseidon holds an advanced ecotourism certification and is one of the few operators with a permit to swim with the Dwarf Minke Whales.
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Limited passenger numbers with high crew/passenger ratio
Personalised service and individual attention
Divers can enjoy up to three quality dives with guides
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Accommodation transfers Morning & afternoon tea with fresh fruit & cakes Buffet luncheon (includes prawns, roast chicken, roast beef, ham, selection of three salads, fresh bread & condiments) Reef interpretation and ecology presentation Guided snorkel tour with Marine Naturalist All snorkel equipment & tuition In water assistance Certified Diver equipment is included in the price, except a BCD and Regulator, these two pieces of equipment are available for hire
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Departs: daily 8.30am from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas
Returns: 4.30pm
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Children: 4 - 12 years. Family rates available (2A2C)
Excludes: reef tax and fuel levy paid on day of tour
Closed: year maintenance February for 2 weeks
Operated By: Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises (Reef Adventure Centre)
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‘marine world’ outer great barrier reef day cruise
Locally owned and operated, Reef Magic Cruises operate full day cruises to ‘Marine World’ on the Outer Barrier Reef on the eastern end of Moore Reef. Moore Reef has pristine coral reef and abundant marine life. Whether you want to snorkel, scuba dive or stay dry, Reef Magic Cruises offers all this and more. Marine World is a large purpose built reef platform featuring Underwater Observatory, Semi Submersible tours, Undercover Lunch Servery and ample seating, Children’s Safety Swimming Enclosure, Upper Sundeck with Sun Lounges, Moon Pool for ease of access for divers, Fresh Water Showers and Change Rooms.
Reef Magic, is a 22metre fast stable catamaran transporting guests to the true Outer Reef in just 90 minutes. Onboard facilities include: air-conditioned saloon, licensed bar, snacks, souvenirs and photographer to capture your magical moments both above and below the water.
Reef Magic Cruises prides itself on its great reputation for offering the most friendly, professional service available. By limiting passenger numbers to 140 (‘Marine World’ has the capacity to hold up to 300 passengers) we can assure the best possible attention is offered to our guests throughout the day. [Itinerary]
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5 full hours at the true Outer Great Barrier Reef
High crew to passenger ratio with smaller numbers
Multi lingual crew – German and French speaking crew onboard daily
Spectacular wall and drift dives available for certified divers
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Full Morning & Afternoon Tea (fruit cake, muffins / cheese, kabana, dip & crackers, fresh fruit platter) Sumptuous hot & cold smorgasbord seafood lunch - vegetarians catered for (prawns, 2 hot dishes, cold meat & chicken platters, 5 salads, bread, condiments, fresh fruit platter) All snorkelling equipment and instruction Semi Submersible viewing tours Onboard Great Barrier Reef presentation by Marine Naturalist Wet suit / Lycra suit with all diving activities Reef Tax
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Departs: daily 9.00am from Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns
Returns: 5.15pm
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Children: 4 - 14 years. Family rates available (2A2C)
Closed: 01 January
Operated By: Reef Magic Cruises
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great barrier reef adventure
The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise with Great Adventures on board the modern, comfortable high speed catamarans to their first class multi-level pontoon. Situated on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, the pontoon features undercover seating and tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, sun deck, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers, and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform. You will be able to snorkel and dive amongst some of the most spectacular coral gardens and marine life diversity on the Great Barrier Reef. Or if you choose to stay dry, you can still embrace the natural wonderland below in the underwater observatory or from the comfort of the semi-submersibles. [Itinerary]
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Three hours at Great Barrier Reef Pontoon
Coral viewing from semi-submersible craft
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Return air-conditioned fast catamaran Morning and afternoon tea & coffee served until departure and at the pontoon Use of snorkeling equipment and buoyancy vests Reef education presentation Hot & cold buffet lunch Underwater observatory
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Departs: daily Check in from 9.30 am, Departing 10.30am from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. Hotel transfers available. Pick up available for Green Island house guests en route to reef.
Returns: 5.30pm
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Children: 4 – 14 years child rates apply. Under 4 years are free of charge
Additional Charge: scuba-doo underwater scooter, introductory diving, certified diving, guided snorkeling tours, scenic joy flights, wetsuit, optical mask and stinger suit hire
Excludes: Fuel levy and government charges of approximately $10 per person payable direct to Great Adventures
Operated by: Great Adventures. Tour code GBRA
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great barrier reef adventure including green island
Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay and is gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Travel direct from Cairns to Green Island for a two hour stopover. Stroll through the magical rainforest, laze on the coral white sands, swim, snorkel or don a Seawalker helmet and stroll along the sea floor.
The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise on board the modern, comfortable high speed catamarans to the first class pontoon situated on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, the pontoon features undercover seating and tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, sun deck, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers, and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform. You will be able to snorkel and dive amongst some of the most spectacular coral gardens and marine life diversity on the Great Barrier Reef. Or if you choose to stay dry, you can still embrace the natural wonderland below in the underwater observatory or from the comfort of the semi-submersibles. [Itinerary]
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Two hours at Green Island
Three hours at Great Barrier Reef Pontoon
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Return air-conditioned fast catamaran Morning and afternoon tea & coffee served until departure and at the pontoon Use of snorkeling equipment and buoyancy vests Reef education presentation Hot & cold buffet lunch Semi submersible coral reef viewing tour Underwater observatory Guided eco reef walk
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Departs: daily 8.30am from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. Hotel transfers available
Returns: 5.30pm
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Children: 4 – 14 years child rates apply. Under 4 years are free of charge
Additional Charge: seawalker helmet, scuba-doo underwater scooter, introductory diving, certified diving, guided snorkeling tours, scenic joy flights, wetsuit, optical mask and stinger suit hire
Excludes: Fuel levy and government charges of approximately $10 per person payable direct to Great Adventures
Operated by: Great Adventures. Tour code GIGBRA
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haba great barrier reef adventure
When you choose HABA for your Great Barrier Reef experience you are quite simply choosing the very best in service, safety and comfort. The distinct quality provided shows in every way as Haba has undertaken to provide you with the ultimate reef experience. Visiting two sites allows you a much less structured day providing more time to relax, snorkel or simply do it all. By keeping passenger numbers small, a friendly crew will provide the most personalised service available. The fast, comfortable purpose built vessel provides safe and easy access to the water. Join Haba for ‘Simply the Best’ day of your visit to North Queensland. [Itinerary]
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Two magnificent sites
high crew to passenger ratio provides an excellent personalised service
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Return air-conditioned fast catamaran Morning and afternoon tea Wetsuits Flotation devices Optical masks Local transfers Buffet lunch All snorkeling equipment Educational reef brief Guided snorkeling expedition
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Departs: daily 8.30am from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas. Hotel transfers available
Returns: 4.00pm
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Children: 4 – 12 years child rates apply. Under 4 years are free of charge
Reef Tax & Fuel Levy: Payable on board
Operated by: Haba
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quicksilver outer reef cruise with wavepiercer
For your experience of a lifetime, Quicksilver’s Wavepiercer will take you to the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance. Quicksilver takes you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience first hand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef.
Quicksilver operates two very powerful high speed Wavepiercer catamarans which slice through rather than riding over the waves. These shining alloy vessels are extremely stable and travel at high speeds in comfort. They cover the 78 kilometres from Port Douglas to the Agincourt reef in just 90 minutes at speeds approaching 30 knots.
With Quicksilver you can choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-sub, just one metre underwater. Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory, or fly in a helicopter over the reef.
Whichever way you choose, you'll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder. [Itinerary]
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Qualified snorkelling safety officers assist and supervise in water activities
Activities for swimmers and non swimmers
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Return Wavepiercer cruise from Port Douglas Morning & afternoon tea Hot & cold tropical smorgasbord lunch Informative presentation by marine biolgist All snorkeling equipment supplied Underwater observatory Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessels
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Departs: daily 10.00am from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas
Returns: 4.30pm
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Children: 4 - 14 years. Family rates available (2A2C)
Operated By: Quicksilver Connections
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silverswift outer reef cruise
Quicksilver operates a dedicated dive catamaran Silverswift which operates daily from Cairns to the best dive sites on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. This purpose-built, high speed vessel offers the ultimate diving experience for certified and novice divers and experienced snorkellers.
The company has, over 20 years, identified 40 dive sites over nine of the outer reefs, including Agincourt Reef renowned for its water clarity and visibility. Highly trained dive staff and experienced skippers choose the best sites on any given day based on wind and weather conditions, their knowledge ensures you get the ultimate pleasure exploring the best diving area. [Itinerary]
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Personalised service and individual attention
Divers can enjoy up to three quality dives with guides
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morning and afternoon teas lunch snorkel & dive equipment courtesy transfers Port Douglas accommodation
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Departs: daily 8.30am from Marlin Wharf, Cairns
Returns: 4.30pm
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Children: 4 - 14 years
Operated By: Quicksilver Connections
Excludes: Reef tax per person payable at check-in.
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silversonic outer reef cruise
Silversonic, is an ultra modern 29 meter, high speed luxury catamaran visiting the outer edge reef locations at Agincourt ribbon reef in superb style and comfort. With a top speed of 32 knots, it offers a faster, more comfortable trip to the Outer Barrier Reef, resulting in over 5 hours to experience the delights of the underwater world. You will visit 3 different reef sites, and with the numerous reef locations available, each site offers a new experience, selected for the array of marine life and corals. Morning and Afternoon tea and a full buffet lunch are served from the galley in the main cabin. The vessel also has a fully licenced bar and fresh water showers. [Itinerary]
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Personalised service and individual attention
Five hours at the Great Barrier Reef
Divers can enjoy up to three quality dives with guides
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Coach pick up from accommodation Morning & afternoon tea Hot and cold tropical smorgasboard lunch Guided snorkel tour with a Reef Guide All snorkel equipment & tuition Prescription masks are available at no extra cost Equipment for divers provided
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Departs: daily 8.30am from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas
Returns: 4.30pm
additional information
Children: 3 - 12 years. Family rates available (2A2C)
Excludes: Reef tax per person payable at check-in.
Operated By: Quicksilver Cruises
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tusa dive
Experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef with Tusa Dive. Your day starts as you cruise to the reef in style aboard Tusa’s superbly sophisticated catamaran, designed with ultimate comfort in mind for day cruising, diving and snorkeling on Great Barrier Reef waters. Access to the reef is supremely easy via hydraulically lowered water level platforms and the spacious back deck. Tusa carries a maximum of 60 guests although comfortable lounge style seating is provided for 120, which means there’s plenty of space with 2 seats for every person.
Depending on the days conditions, the two best sites are selected from 15 premier outer reef locations. Tusa’s dive craft are custom built for comfort and functionality. On board you’ll enjoy air conditioned luxury, a full buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon tea. Combined with nearly five hours on the reef and a unique personal service, it culminates in a truly unforgettable day. [Itinerary]
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Four to five hours on the reef at two selected outer reef locations
Divers can enjoy three quality dives and dive computers are standard
Limited passenger numbers with high crew/passenger ratio
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morning and afternoon teas buffet lunch snorkel & dive equipment wetsuit and/ or lycra skins free guided snorkel tour prescription masks if required
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Departs: Check in at 7.30am for departure at 8.00am from F Finger, Marlin Marina, Cairns
Returns: 4.30pm – 5.00pm
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Children: 4 - 14 years. Min dive age 12 years
Excludes: accommodation transfers, reef tax & fuel levy payable on boarding
Operated By: Tusa Dive
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