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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

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Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a 35 meter superyacht in Cairns and set sail for the open sea. Reach the Barrier Reef and explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel or dive for a closer look. Travel to 2 different locations on the reef to see more of this special place
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  • 8 hours 30 minutes
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Personal Luxury Snorkel & Dive Cruise, Cairns
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Personal Luxury Snorkel & Dive Cruise, Cairns

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Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge Upolu Reef. Take an Adventure Snorkel & Glass Bottom Boat Tour through the highly protected no-fishing zone sites in the Marine Park. Refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran before heading to your next destination, Upolu Cay reef. Enjoy the shallow azure blue waters surrounding this natural Coral Cay with both snorkeling or diving on offer. Be mesmerised by coral teeming with colourful fish.
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  • 9 hours
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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns by Luxury Catamaran
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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns by Luxury Catamaran

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Go snorkeling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day cruise from Cairns. Relax on board your 80-foot (25-meter) luxury catamaran as your captain sails to two exclusive locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to snorkel or dive, with full instruction provided by guides, and see an array of colorful fish, sea turtles, and corals. Your tour includes morning and afternoon tea, and a buffet lunch, with additional beverages available for purchase.
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  • 9 hours
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Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns

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Get more than four hours to explore the outer Great Barrier Reef on this full-day tour, which offers snorkeling or diving experiences from two different reef locations. You can choose between different options for this experience based on your snorkeling or diving levels. While out on the water, keep an eye out for wildlife, including fish, rays, and turtles.
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  • 8 hours 30 minutes
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Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise, Cairns 25 guests
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Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise, Cairns 25 guests

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Sail on a 2-masted schooner from Cairns to Green Island for a full day of snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Have a choice of options for exploring Green Island, spending time in the water around the magnificent coral reefs, walking in the rain forest, or lazing on the white sandy beaches. Enjoy the expertise of the superb crew, in addition to buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and a glass of wine as you cruise back to Cairns.
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  • 9 hours
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Silverswift Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns
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Silverswift Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns

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Dive into the spectacular underwater realm of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day snorkel and scuba cruise from Cairns. Travel aboard a luxurious catamaran to three renowned dive sites to swim among coral gardens and tropical marine life. All experience levels are welcome, and guides are on hand to assist with your choice of snorkeling, introductory scuba diving, or certified diving. A buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon tea on the catamaran are included.
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  • 10 hours
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Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

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Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish. Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as unlimited glass bottom boat & semi-submersible tours, an ocean kid's enclosed pool, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, marine life touch tank & fish feeding and a buffet lunch. The pontoon also features a sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. That's also where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef! Dial up the adventure and add on optional extras like include Introductory or Certified diving, Seawalker Helmet dive, Guided Snorkel Safari or even a Scenic helicopter flight.
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  • 8 hours
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Barron Gorge National Park Half-Day White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas
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Barron Gorge National Park Half-Day White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

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Tackle the grade II and III rapids of the Barron River on this adrenaline-pumping half-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Prepare to get wet and wild as you hurtle over the rapids, then float downstream past the jagged cliffs, plunging ravines, and lush rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Best of all: with gentle rapids and full instruction provided, this tour is suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
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Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

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Explore the Great Barrier Reef and a lush island rain forest on this full-day catamaran tour to Green Island from Cairns. Create your own perfect day on this protected coral cay with a variety of activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, Seawalking, nature walks, and tours on a glass-bottom boat. Upgrade to include a delicious buffet lunch on board the catamaran and/or a ride in a semi-submarine. It’s a fantastic way to discover the underwater wonders of the world’s most famous reef!
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  • 8 hours
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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip
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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip

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If you want to experience the outer Great Barrier Reef away from the crowds, this full-day sailing trip is ideal. You’ll sail to Upolu Reef and a sheltered lagoon, where you can snorkel amid a vast array of coral, tropical fish, turtles, clams, and more. A guided snorkel is included if you’d like some extra support in the sea.
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  • 9 hours
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Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Tour and Cruise from Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Tour and Cruise from Cairns

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Customize your visit to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with your selection from three travel options with a choice of snorkeling, scuba diving, and a one-way or round-trip scenic helicopter tour. Admire views of the Great Barrier Reef from your helicopter as you get a multi-angled perspective on one of the world’s top natural wonders. Then enjoy a close experience of the coral reef by choosing to snorkel or enroll in an optional scuba diving course (additional expense).
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  • 6 hours
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Ultimate 3-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise Pass

Ultimate 3-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise Pass

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Explore the Great Barrier Reef exactly the way you want and save with this great-value, customizable 3-day pass. Choose three different full-day cruises to suit your style and preferences, from certified and introductory scuba dive trips to snorkeling and glass bottom-boat adventures. Get a new perspective on the world-famous reef on every cruise, with diverse destinations including Green Island, Agincourt Reef, and Low Isles. Tours depart from Cairns or Port Douglas can be taken over a 7-day period to suit your sightseeing schedule. It’s a fantastic way to discover Australia’s spectacular underwater world!
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  • 3 days
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Scuba Kids- Padi Bubblemaker Course

Scuba Kids- Padi Bubblemaker Course

We want to make scuba diving an enjoyable and safe experience for everyone. Here’s how we’ll keep kids safe during our Scuba Kids sessions: Small group sizes with dedicated dive instructor Students will stay in the shallow end of our pool throughout the course (maximum depth 2m) All staff are blue card holders (cleared by the Queensland Government to work with children) We encourage parents to stay and watch the session We have a COVID Safe plan in place and are following government safety guidelines All equipment is correctly sized and thoroughly cleaned between uses Children must be 8 years or over. Parental approval is required and a medical questionnaire must be filled out.
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  • 3 hours
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns
"Seeing so many exotic fish and a sea turtle up close and so clearly in warm 86 degree F water. A bonus and rare occurrence was spotting a larger group of dolphins, at least 7, jumping off the back of the boat. Everyone on the crew was so friendly and fun!"..."
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Personal Luxury Snorkel & Dive Cruise, Cairns
"We had a flat sea which helped. That said the boat and crew were exceptional. They look after you so well in terms of help and information. Everything is so well organised. Another perfect trip."..."
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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns by Luxury Catamaran
"Best day - great weather, great crew and amazing reef snorkeling. Will do it again. Crew was very accommodating with our small kids and felt very safe all the way."..."
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Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns
"The reef with so many different fish was amazing. The staff were so experienced and helpful making for a wonderful day out"..."
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Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise, Cairns 25 guests
"Mike, Blair & Dara were excellent. Fresh fruit & pastries to welcome you aboard. Great lunch, fresh tropical fruit, cheese & cracked j easy for a snack & dessert. Oh yeah, there was the Great Barrierreef for snorkeling & diving. Great day, done with a great team-"..."
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Silverswift Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise from Cairns
"Brillant trip with great staff. Did two introductory dives. Highly recomend doing the second dive as the first one more consintated on skills and getting used to the equipment. You still see loads on the first dive but you just have a lot of freedom on the second dive which is amazing and you can bring a camera on the second dive."..."
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Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
"Loved this tour today. A great mix of activities and the lunch was delicious. We enjoyed theTrip out and drop off seeing Fitzroy Island and the glass bottom boat was better than expected with the snorkelling the highlight."..."
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Barron Gorge National Park Half-Day White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas
"The rafting was so much fun! We got plenty of tuition before we started and the guides were terrific. A really memorable experience which was the highlight of our holiday."..."
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Green Island Day Trip from Cairns
"If in Cairns going out to explore the Great Barrier Reef is a must, and this is a great option to do so."..."
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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip
"Seas were a little rough but Captain and crew made sure everyone was comfortable. Special thanks to Julienne who guided me through the snorkeling tour ( as I was quite anxious)pointing out various forms of sea life. I would recommend this tour to anyone that would like a more personal touch."..."
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Great Barrier Reef Scenic Helicopter Tour and Cruise from Cairns
"Incredible! Loved doing the flight first so I wasn’t stuck on a boat for several hours. Then snorkel was perfect. Crew on the ship were awesome. It was an amazing day."..."
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Ultimate 3-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise Pass
"great choice of tours and good value for money - if you travel all the way to Port Douglas you might as well go out to the reef 3 times. We went 3 days in a row and it was excellent even though the weather wasn't great. Fantastic crew and awesome experience. Low Isles is perfect for younger kids."..."
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