Aquaquest Great Barrier Reef Tour

Provider:
Divers Den

Quick Overview

Duration

Full day

Group Size

80

Activity Level

About this experience

Whether you are a snorkeler, first-time diver or certified diver – with Divers Den you will experience an unforgettable day on the outer Great Barrier Reef. After just 90 minutes by boat from Cairns, you can expect five hours on the reef with two carefully selected diving or snorkeling stops.

Our exclusive moorings on the Norman, Saxon and Hastings reefs guarantee the best conditions and a fascinating underwater world: from luminous corals and curious clownfish (“Nemos”) to turtles, stingrays and majestic Maori wrasse.

Highlights of this experience

  • Two diving or snorkeling stops on the outer Great Barrier Reef - the best spots for crystal-clear water and colorful coral world every day
  • Modern Aqua Quest vessel with large dive deck, easy water access platform and high-quality equipment
  • Choice between snorkeling, introductory diving (incl. lessons) or certified diving with up to three dives
  • Comfort on board: sun decks, air-conditioned interiors & hot freshwater showers
  • Lunch buffet with hot and cold dishes, salads, bread rolls and tropical fruit
  • 5 hours on the reef

What's included

  • Up to 3 snorkeling/diving sessions on two different reefs
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Accommodation transfer
  • Lunch, morning and afternoon tea

What's excluded

  • Camera rental, professional photos
  • Nitrox fillings
  • Shared instructor (8:1 ratio) - additional $20 per dive

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

08:00 – Check-in at Cairns Marlin Marina
Meeting point at the B-finger of the marina. Welcome by the crew, presentation of the day’s itinerary and time for a coffee or tea while the boat is being prepared for departure.

08:30 a.m. – Departure from Cairns
The AquaQuest sails to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. The crossing takes about 90 minutes. During this time there is a detailed reef briefing, a snorkeling and diving briefing and time to prepare the equipment. Certified divers plan their dives together with the dive team, while beginners receive a comprehensive safety briefing.

10:00 am – First reef spot
Arrive at the first of two reef sites – typically Norman, Saxon or Hastings Reef.

Certified divers: start of the first dive

Beginners: step-by-step guidance into the water with an instructor

Snorkelers: Free exploration of the colorful coral gardens or participation in a guided snorkeling tour

12:15 pm – Tropical lunch buffet
A fresh buffet is served while the boat sails to the second reef site – with vegetarian options, salads and tropical fruits. Water, tea and coffee are available throughout the day.

13:00 – Second reef spot
Back in the water for more time on the reef! Second dive for intro and certified divers or relaxed snorkeling. Reef sites are selected daily based on visibility, weather and marine life to ensure the best possible experience.

15:00 – Return to Cairns
After a total of five hours on the reef, we head back to the mainland. Relax on the sun deck or in the air-conditioned lounge, share photos with other travelers or enter your dives in the logbook.

16:30 – Arrival in Cairns
Back in the marina with unforgettable memories of a spectacular day on the Great Barrier Reef.

Where we’ll meet

Marlin Parade, Cairns City, Queensland, 4870, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within 2 days of the start date will incur a 100% charge.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.
From $275 /person
  • Australia
    Cairns
    Queensland

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Experience FAQs

Yes, absolutely! If you’re traveling as a group, we’ll be happy to see what’s possible in terms of price.

Whether friends, family or group travel – just let us know:

  • How many people you are
  • What you are planning (campers, tours, packages…)

Write to us via the contact form, by email to info@ausventure-travel.com, via Facebook or WhatsApp – we will get back to you as soon as possible with an individual group offer!

If you fall ill and are unable to take part in your tour, please contact us or the provider directly as soon as possible.

📌 Important information:
– Rebooking is possible in many cases – we will be happy to help you
Travel insurance is highly recommended in such cases
– If rebooking is not possible, you can try to reclaim the costs via your insurance

👉 It is best to keep a doctor’s certificate – this is often required for refunds.
We will be happy to help you communicate with the organizer!

Basically yes, but it depends on the organizer. We will be happy to take care of this for you – just let us know!

📌 Important to know:
– Changes are at the discretion of the provider
– A rebooking fee may apply for last-minute changes
– The earlier you contact us, the better the chances of a free change

👉 Just write to us directly if you want to change your date – we’ll take care of it!

In most cases: Yes!
Many tours can be booked with an open date – perfect if your itinerary is not yet completely fixed.

📌 Important to know:
Popular tours (e.g. Fraser Island or Whitsundays) are booked out quickly and should be confirmed at least 14 days+ in advance.

📝 Your booking documents contain all the information on how and by when you can book your preferred date. If you have any questions, we are of course always there for you.

Both are possible in Australia – it’s all in the mix!

Campsites offer you comfort: electricity, showers, kitchens and often a nice community atmosphere.
🚐 Freedom camping is ideal for anyone who likes to travel independently and inexpensively – but beware: overnight stays are only permitted in designated areas and vary from state to state.

We recommend a good combination of both in order to travel flexibly and relaxed.

👉 You can find all the tips and information on how free camping works legally, safely and stress-free in our blog:
Free camping in Australia – how to do it legally, relaxed & free of charge

You can pay for your booking flexibly in your preferred currency.
The following options are available:

💸 Bank transfer

  • In AUD (Australian dollars): free of charge to our Australian account
  • In EUR (Euro): possible to our European account – fee: 0.5%

💳 Credit card

  • In AUD: possible, a fee of 2.2% applies
  • In EUR: also possible on request – just contact us briefly

Australia is a popular travel destination – especially during the school vacations, in summer (Dec-Feb) and spring (Sep-Nov) it can quickly become scarce. We recommend this especially for routes with one-way rentals or special camper models:

🕒 The earlier the better – 6+ months in advance is ideal
In the short term, many providers may already be fully booked or only more expensive options may be available.

👉 You can find more tips on the best time to book in our blog article:
What you should book well in advance – your Australian adventure

The battery life depends on the type of vehicle and how it is used. On average, the following applies:

1-3 nights self-sufficient – then the vehicle should be reconnected to the power grid (e.g. at a campsite).

🚐 Important to know:
The on-board battery is only fully recharged while driving (slightly) or when connected to the mains.

☀️ Some campers also have a solar panel that supports the battery when parked – ideal for short stops without a power connection. Nevertheless, we recommend:
🔌 Connect to the mains every 2-3 nights – to ensure that the fridge, lights etc. run smoothly.

🚐 With a standard camper (2WD), you may only drive on paved roads.
This means: paved roads or partially well-maintained access roads to official campsites or tourist attractions (depending on the provider).

🌄 O nly with a 4WD camper are you allowed to deviate from paved roads and drive on gravel or off-road routes.
But be careful:
For certain routes (e.g. Gibb River Road, Oodnadatta Track, Cape Leveque Road), written permission from the rental company is often required – and not all providers allow beach drives or river crossings.

💬 O ur tip: If you’re planning an off-road adventure, just let us know – we’ll tell you which routes are permitted and which campers are suitable.

💳 Yes, a credit card is required to collect the vehicle.

Even if you can pay for your booking with Ausventure Travel conveniently by credit card or bank transfer, all rental companies require a valid credit card on collection.

This is required in order to:

  • pre-authorize the deposit (liability sum)(depending on the insurance package selected),
  • to charge any additional fees such as tolls, fines or fuel costs retrospectively.

💡 Tip: A prepaid credit card or debit card is not accepted in most cases. Make sure that your credit card is valid at the time of collection and has a sufficient limit.

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Aquaquest Great Barrier Reef Tour

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Whether you are a snorkeler, first-time diver or certified diver – with Divers Den you will experience an unforgettable day on the outer Great Barrier Reef. After just 90 minutes by boat from Cairns, you can expect five hours on the reef with two carefully selected diving or snorkeling stops. Our exclusive moorings on the […]

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