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Encompassing roughly 3,000 individual reefs and dotted with almost 900 islands and coral cays (small sandy isles), Australia's Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most unforgettable natural treasures. Snorkelers and certified divers flock here to see the unparalleled array of marine life.
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Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove
Discover the colourful underwater world of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef on this full-day catamaran cruise to the Agincourt Reef. Accompanied by a marine biologist, you’ll learn all about the reef’s unique ecosystem and mind-boggling variety of marine life, and tuck into a delicious buffet lunch (included) on-board. Want to get closer? Choose from a guided snorkeling, scuba diving or Ocean Walker Helmet diving tour, or admire the magnificent corals on a semi-submersible submarine (extra costs apply).
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3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Tour
Adventure in the vast Australian outback on a personalized 3-day tour. Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a superyacht, and snorkel in the clear waters on your first day. On your second day, ride to the Chillagoe caves in a customized 4X4 vehicle made for the off-road terrain and learn about the Gimuy-walubarra yidi people, the traditional custodians of the land here. On your third day, explore the rainforest and learn about the wildlife and ecology of the region from your naturalist guide and driver.
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Gold Class VIP Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Cairns by Luxury Superyacht
Experience one of the great wonders of the natural world in absolute luxury on this superyacht cruise from Cairns. Start your journey with a private transfer from your hotel or accommodation to the marina. Enjoy the full attention of a marine biologist guide who will point out the unique habitats and marine life on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy lunch on-board and spend 5 uninterrupted hours at sea, snorkeling or just enjoying the view.
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Fly to Green Island - Cruise Return
Take to the air in a scenic helicopter flight to Green Island, a 6,000-year-old coral cay located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, from Cairns. One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Green Island boasts a reef and rainforest where you can spend a half or full day before returning to Cairns via catamaran.
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12-Day Great Barrier Reef Marine Conservation Program from Cairns
Travel to the Great Barrier Reef and become a Marine Conservation Volunteer and official surveyor for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks Authority. We have teamed up with Passions of Paradise, a leading scuba diving and outer reef operator in Cairns with a high commitment to environmental sustainability. Together we are offering our Marine Conservation Program run on the Great Barrier Reef combining firstly the adventure of scuba diving with the opportunity to help the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) monitor and identify reef health indicators on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy our 12-day program that combines the adventure of diving with marine conservation on the Great Barrier Reef and wildlife conservation.
Become part of our dedicated team and make a genuine contribution to marine conservation and care for the Great Barrier Reef. Your efforts will make a difference for future generations.
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4-Day Cairns with Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
Squeeze all the highlights of the Cairns region into 4-day tour, including a day on the Great Barrier Reef and visits to the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge, and Cape Tribulation. Three nights' accommodation, meals per itinerary, and all transportation included.
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Learn To Scuba Dive: 4 Day Great Barrier Reef PADI Open Water Course Day Trips
See the Great Barrier Reef up close on this 4 day open water PADI scuba diving course. Learn how to scuba dive with fully trained professional PADI instructors, first in the classroom and a private pool, then in open water. You will dive safely and confidently on the Great Barrier Reef, and learn about the marine life that calls it home, and on completion of the course you will gain an entry level PADI certification.
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2-Day Whitsundays Sailing Adventure: Summertime
Rather than take a too-quick helicopter or boat tour of the Whitsunday Islands, take your time exploring them with this 2-day sailing trip. Sail between islands, beaches, coves, and reefs on a ketch sailboat. Two days to explore the islands leaves enough time for kayaking, snorkeling, short hikes, and group meals cooked on board.
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Great Barrier Reef Tour with Indigenous Sea Rangers-Dreamtime Snorkel
The only Indigenous experience available to the Great Barrier Reef. Interact with Indigenous Sea Rangers as they demonstrate their traditional culture as you travel to and from the reef.
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4-Day Cairns Ultimate Combo: Daintree Rainforest, Reef, Kuranda & Paronella Park
Take in much of the beauty and excitement Northern Queensland has to offer with this action-packed four-day tour around Cairns. Explore the Great Barrier Reef (including free introductory dive), marvel at what is often called the world’s oldest rainforest at Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation, get an adrenaline rush gliding over the rainforest on a cableway, enjoy Kuranda Village and Scenic Train, and much more.
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2-Day Snorkeling Experience in Great Barrier Reef (Twin Share Cabin)
Make the most of your time at the Great Barrier Reef by joining a two-day snorkeling tour. You’ll spend your days snorkeling among tropical fish, coral, and maybe even turtles. At night you’ll sleep on a boat in a shared cabin, and can enjoy the peace of the reef after other tourists have left. Participate in the included “sharks in the dark” experience if you like.
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USD391.11
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8-Day Cairns Tour: Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Daintree Rainforest
Cover all the best sights of Cairns, with a few special upgrades included, during this 8-day tour. Extras include a 40-minute scenic reef flight, a 4WD rain forest waterfall adventure, and a free day to explore. Seven nights of accommodation, all transportation, and meals per itinerary.
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Inner Reef Explorer - 30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
Enjoy the most scenic 30 minutes of your life on this private helicopter ride over the Great Barrier Reef. Fly over Green Island and see its unique forest canopy—it’s actually part of the reef, not an island—and see Mount Yarrabah and False Cape on your way. Spot marine life like rays and sharks from above as you travel to Arlington Reef, then enjoy unbeatable views of the Queensland coastline and the Great Dividing Range on your way back to Cairns.
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6-Day Best of Cairns Including the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda and the Daintree Rainforest
Get a comprehensive tour of the Cairns area on this 6-day tour that hits all the highlights and landmarks. Spend a full day exploring the Great Barrier Reef with an introductory dive, ride the Scenic Railway to Kuranda, and walk among the old-growth trees in the Daintree Rainforest. All transportation, meals per itinerary, and five nights' accommodation included.
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Quicksilver Dive 4 Day PADI Learn to Dive Course
If you've always wanted to become a certified diver, Port Douglas is a great place to do so. On this four-day course you'll learn the skills necessary to become a confident, safe diver. Spend the first two days at the training center learning a combination of theory and practice, and the following two around the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs at the Great Barrier Reef. Learn new skills while immersed in nature.
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Sail, Snorkel, SUP & Kayak Charter Whitsundays
Sailing the Whitsunday Islands, Great Barrier Reef. - Snorkelling around the Whitsunday Islands best fringing reefs. - SUP paddle boards- Spectacular coral and marine life. - Meals freshly prepared onboard. - Evening Eco slide show capturing the days activities. - A visit to the beautiful Whitehaven Beach and bush walk to Hill Inlet. - Overnight stay at South Whitehaven Beach with a morning swim (weather permitting).
Multi award winning Eco accredited tour. - Large open saloon and galley. - Spacious back deck. - Fully air-conditioned vessels. - Spacious fore deck - perfect for sunbathing and relaxing. - LED back deck blue lighting for night time underwater aquatic display. - Surround sound music system and 62" plasma TV. - Friendly knowledgeable crew. - Snorkelling around the Whitsunday Islands best fringing reefs. - Free use of SUP boards at certain locations- Spectacular coral and marine life. - Meals freshly prepared onboard. - Evening Eco slide show capturing the days activities-
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Cruise to Outer Reef - Cruise Return Plus 10 Minute Scenic Flight
Discover the Great Barrier Reef two different ways with this tour, which incorporates a semi-submersible boat cruise with commentary on all the underwater life you’ll see. You can also do some snorkeling, too, and gear is included. The final wow will be a ten minute helicopter ride over the blue and green water, checking out the Great Barrier Reef below you.
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Cairns & Port Douglas All-Inclusive 7 Days Touring Package
Make planning a trip to tropical Northern Queensland easy by joining this all-inclusive seven-day tour. Starting in coastal Cairns, you’ll travel on the Kuranda Scenic Railway and tour the rainforest. Cruise on the outer Great Barrier Reef, then head up to Port Douglas, the Daintree Rainforest, and Cape Tribulation, to see where the rainforest meets the reef. This action-packed tour will suit travelers with a range of interests.
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Option A: 2 1/4 hour Low Isles Reef Sprinter Snorkelling Tour
Be amazed by the tropical fish, coral, and possibly even turtles at the Low Isles Reef, a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride a speed boat out to the reef, which is just offshore from Port Douglas, minimizing the risk of sea sickness. Enjoy an intimate small-group tour in which you’ll learn more about the reef as well as seeing it up close. Use of snorkeling gear is included.
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Reef & Whitehaven Landing Heli Tour
Discover the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef on this helicopter experience. During the tour, you’ll be able to take in aerial views of highlights of the region, including the Great Barrier Reef and Hill Inlet, plus spend time on a secluded section of Whitehaven Beach. Order snacks (at your own expense) to enjoy a picnic on the beach.
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3 Day Whitsundays Sailing and Diving Adventure: Kiana
Sail across the beautiful and pristine Outer Great Barrier Reef on this 3-day Whitsundays sailing adventure. Visit iconic spots such as Whitehaven Beach, Hook Island, Bait Reef, and Luncheon Bay as you swim, snorkel, dive, and soak up the sun. Enjoy a stress-free trip with all meals and diving equipment provided for you as well as fully air-conditioned cabins to sleep and relax in.
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Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
Fly over the Great Barrier Reef on this 40 minute helicopter flight, where your pilot/guide will give you a commentary about the landscape and sea you’re flying over. You’ll get to the edge of the reef where the water is over 1000 feet deep. You’ll also pass Vlasoff Cay, Green Island, and Arlington Reef. Learn about what lives in the water below from your pilot while you take incredible photos.
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Great Barrier Reef and MOUA Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island
Join this group tour from Townsville or Magnetic Island and explore the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) and the Great Barrier Reef by scuba diving or snorkeling. You’ll receive briefings above water from your guides, and then you’ll be able to explore MOUA and all of its history. This is located on the John Brewer Reef, which is also rich in indigenous culture that your guides will tell you all about.
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Whitsunday Essentials 5 Days Package
Experience the Whitsundays with an organized 5 day package that will take you to all the essential places in the area. Your guide will arrange to take you to Arlie beach and go island hopping to Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach, where you’ll spend one of the days. You’ll get to explore the Great Barrier Reef and have a reef cruise, looking for all the gorgeous marine life.
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