Great Barrier Reef and Museum Of Underwater Art

Provider:
Adrenalin Dive

Quick Overview

Duration

All day

Group Size

20

Activity Level

About this experience

Explore the central section of the Great Barrier Reef – a region that lies slightly further off the Queensland coast and therefore offers some of the best diving and snorkeling in the entire reef.

Your destination is the spectacular John Brewer Reef, a living coral reef with depths from just 16 meters up to the surface – perfect for snorkelers of all levels. Shoals of colorful fish await you here, including parrotfish, Maori wrasse, clownfish and angelfish. With a bit of luck, you may also spot turtles, stingrays and white and black tip reef sharks.

Highlights of this experience

  • Start your tour with a pick-up from Townsville or Magnetic Island Wharf and receive a briefing on site at your first snorkeling or diving stop - accompanied by a leisurely morning tea.
  • Explore the spectacular John Brewer Reef and the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) - a 16-metre-high installation surrounded by brightly colored reef that combines art and nature in a unique way.
  • Visit the impressive Coral Greenhouse, a 72-meter-long underwater exhibition with lifelike figures, tree sculptures and coral gardens - a true paradise for divers.
  • Finish off with a relaxing afternoon tea on the way back to Magnetic Island or Townsville.

What's included

  • Morning and afternoon tea and snacks, lunch
  • MOUA and mooring fees
  • Snorkeling and diving equipment

What's excluded

  • 20$ per guided dive (mandatory for divers with less than 10 logged dives)
  • 20$ per guided snorkeling tour
  • Accommodation transfer

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

Your adventure departs from either Townsville (7:00am) or Magnetic Island (7:50am). A purpose-built day boat will take you out to the central section of the Great Barrier Reef – further out than other reefs and known for some of the best snorkeling and diving in the entire region.

Bright coral gardens, colorful schools of fish, parrotfish, Maori wrasse, clownfish, angelfish and angelfish await you at John Brewer Reef. With a bit of luck, you might spot turtles, stingrays and even white or black tip reef sharks.

Between snorkeling and diving, you can enjoy relaxing breaks on board, including morning and afternoon tea and a lunch break. Beginners have the opportunity to take part in a Discover Scuba Dive – without prior knowledge and under the guidance of experienced guides.

You will return to Magnetic Island or Townsville at around 17:00, filled with an unforgettable day on the Great Barrier Reef.

Where we’ll meet

Tour departure possible from Townsville or Magnetic Island: 7:00 Fuel Wharf, Mariners Drive, Townsville City QLD, Australia 7:50 Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal, Nelly Bay, Australia
Mariners Drive, 29, Townsville City, Queensland, 4810, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within 14 days before the start date will be charged a fee of 20%.
  • Cancellations within 2 days before the start date will be charged a fee of 100%.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.
From $384 /person
  • Australia
    Queensland
    Townsville & Magnetic Island
  • 7:00 am / 7:50 am
  • 4:00 pm / 4:30 pm

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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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Explore the central section of the Great Barrier Reef – a region that lies slightly further off the Queensland coast and therefore offers some of the best diving and snorkeling in the entire reef. Your destination is the spectacular John Brewer Reef, a living coral reef with depths from just 16 meters up to the […]

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