Reef Experience Great Barrier Reef Tour

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Reef Experience

Quick Overview

Duration

Group Size

100

Activity Level

Moderate

About this experience

Experience two spectacular reef stops on the Outer Great Barrier Reef on Cairns’ only all-inclusive tour. Spend a full day on the reef with a free dive*(introductory or certified), unlimited snorkeling, breakfast, lunch, stinger wetsuits, glass-bottom boat tour (weather permitting) and hotel transfer in Cairns.

The crew selects the best spots every day – including Hastings Reef, Norman Reef, Saxon Reef and Breaking Patches – to show you the most beautiful corals and marine life. Learn exciting facts from a marine biologist on board, take part in a guided snorkeling tour or relax on deck and enjoy the view of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Highlights of this experience

  • Breakfast on board with bacon & egg rolls and detailed diving & snorkeling briefing
  • First reef spot: snorkeling & diving with colourful tropical fish, giant clams & more
  • Glass-bottom boat tour included (weather permitting)
  • BBQ lunch with fresh salads
  • Second reef spot: explore coral forests, large fans & black coral trees
  • Return journey at 15:30 with a free glass of wine

What's included

  • Snacks in the morning and afternoon, lunch, drinks
  • 1x introductory dive or certified dive
  • Snorkeling and diving equipment
  • Accommodation transfer

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

07:30 – Boarding
Check-in at the Marlin Jetty in Cairns. Guests using the Reef Experience shuttle bus will be taken directly to the harbor.

08:00 a.m. – Departure
Departure towards the Outer Great Barrier Reef – time to make yourself comfortable on board.

08:30 – Breakfast & Briefing
Enjoy BBQ Bacon & Egg Rolls for breakfast. Afterwards you will receive a briefing for diving & snorkeling as well as an exciting presentation by a marine biologist about the Great Barrier Reef.

09:30 – First reef spot
Arrival at the first spectacular reef. Time for snorkeling and/or diving among colorful tropical fish, giant clams and other fascinating sea creatures.

12:30 p.m. – Lunch
Fortify yourself at the buffet lunch with a large selection of hot and cold dishes, salads and tropical fruit.

13:00 – Second reef spot
Explore another reef location with coral forests, large fans and black coral trees in shallow lagoons.

15:00 – Departure from the reef
After an unforgettable day on the reef, we head back towards Cairns.

3:30 pm – Afternoon Refreshments
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, tropical fruit, cheese and crackers on the return trip.

16:30 – Arrival in Cairns
Return to Marlin Marina with many new impressions and memories.

Where we’ll meet

Check-in on your own arrival from 7:30 am at the Cairns Marlin Marina on A Finger. Pick-up possible from the following accommodations: 6:45 Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore, 1 Veivers Road, Palm Cove QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 6:45 Lake Placid Rainforest Retreat, 82-100 Lake Placid Road, Caravonica QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 6:45 Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa, 5 Triton Street, Palm Cove QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 6:45 The Sebel Palm Cove Coral Coast, Coral Coast Drive, Palm Cove QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 6:50 BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut, 23/51 Anderson Road, Woree QLD, Australia 6:50 Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel Accommodation, 670-678 Bruce Highway, Cairns City QLD, Australia 6:50 Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters, 2/14 Shale Street, Brinsmead QLD, Australia 6:55 Bus Stop Corner Moore Street and Trinity Beach Road, Trinity Beach QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 6:55 First City Caravilla, 432 Mulgrave Road, Earlville QLD, Australia 6:55 Kewarra Beach Resort, 80 Kewarra Street, Kewarra Beach QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 7:00 Cairns Colonial Club Resort, 18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda QLD, Australia 7:00 Palm Royale Cairns, 7-11 Chester Court, Manunda QLD, Australia 7:05 NRMA Cairns Holiday Park, 12-30 Little Street, Manunda QLD, Australia 7:05 Yorkeys Knob Post Office, 12/455 Varley Street, Yorkeys Knob QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 7:10 Aspect Central Cairns, 209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North QLD, Australia 7:10 Cairns Beach Resort, 129-135 Oleander Street, Holloways Beach QLD, Australia ($35 POB) 7:10 Cairns One, Gregory Street, 12 Westcourt QLD, Australia 7:10 Citysider Holiday Apartments, 17A Upward Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia 7:15 Cairns Central YHA, 20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia 7:15 Cairns City Backpackers Hostel, 274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park QLD, Australia 7:15 Dreamtime Travellers Rest, 4 Terminus Street, Parramatta Park QLD, Australia 7:15 Southern Cross Atrium Apartments, 3/11 Water Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia 7:20 Gilligan's, 57/89 Grafton Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia 7:20 Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Lake Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia 7:25 181 Esplanade, Cairns North QLD, Australia (Lake Street Entrance) 7:25 Acacia Court Hotel, 223-227 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD, Australia (Lake Street Entrance) 7:25 Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, 209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns City QLD, Australia
Cairns City, Queensland, 4870, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within 14 days before the start date will be charged a fee of 100%.
  • Between 14 days and 28 days a fee of 50% will be charged.
  • A fee of 20% applies between 28 days and 365 days.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.

Experience FAQs

Yes, most guests can do a trial dive during the Reef Experience. Please note: Australia has stricter age, health and medical requirements for intro and certified dives than many other countries. Therefore, please check the important information on our website in advance to make sure that you are allowed to dive according to Australian regulations. Age restrictions: The minimum age for an introductory dive is 12 years. There is no set maximum age, however diving should only be undertaken by physically fit and active individuals as it is a physically demanding activity.

Yes, you can also book your dive spontaneously on board – just speak to the crew and they will help you.

Boarding at 7:30 am, departure at 8:00 am from Marlin Wharf, A-Finger. Arrival approx. 16:30 hrs.

You can make your own way to Marlin Wharf (A-Finger) or use the shuttle bus service – return transfers within Cairns City are included.

Approx. 90 minutes to the first reef spot.

Hat, sunscreen (SPF 30+), sun protection clothing (e.g. T-shirt or rash vest), swimwear, beach towel, cash for drinks (soft drinks, beer, wine), credit card for on-board store & optional extras.

Up to 5.5 hours on the Outer Great Barrier Reef.

Pier Shopping Complex: approx. $0.80/hour (outdoor), approx. $13/day (covered) Trinity Wharf: approx. $6.50/day (short walk) Abbott & Florence Street: free parking (all day, limited spaces)

Yes – please let us know before the day of travel.

Yes, snorkelers and divers are welcome on the same tour.

No – no prior knowledge is required for a trial dive. Our professional diving instructors specialize in guiding beginners safely under water. Minimum age: 12 years.

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Experience two spectacular reef stops on the Outer Great Barrier Reef on Cairns’ only all-inclusive tour. Spend a full day on the reef with a free dive*(introductory or certified), unlimited snorkeling, breakfast, lunch, stinger wetsuits, glass-bottom boat tour (weather permitting) and hotel transfer in Cairns. The crew selects the best spots every day – including […]

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