Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise to 2 Reef Locations
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Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise to 2 Reef Locations
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Highlights & inclusions
5 hours on the Great Barrier Reef
Snorkel or dive at 2 stunning reef sites
Delicious buffet BBQ lunch
Cairns most luxurious vessel
Fully licensed bar onboard
FREE glass of wine, cheese and biscuits on return
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4.7/5
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Bec Wozniak
24 days ago
Great staff. Lovely day despite the weather.
Great staff. Lovely day despite the weather. Friendly and helpful staff. Great food.
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Aaron Aston
28 days ago
Australia compleded
An excellent life experience snorkeling at the great barrier reef with down under cruises. weather wasn't the best but it doesn't matter much as your already wet.
What you can expect
Explore the best of the Great Barrier Reef with this great value full-day cruise from Cairns, visiting two great Outer Reef sites. Cruise onboard a 35-metre luxury superyacht with three spacious decks and a friendly and professional crew.
See all the vivid, colourful, World Heritage beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, featuring 5 hours' worth of snorkelling or diving, it's a full-fledged Great Barrier Reef extravaganza. Choose to snorkel or dial up the adventure and scuba dive (no experience necessary!), all equipment included.
Guests of all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers can enjoy a magical day on the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on board the vessel and enjoy a freshly prepared barbecue lunch with fresh steak and seafood, a variety of salads and breads (special dietary requirements catered for too). You'll also be treated to a complimentary glass of wine, cheese and biscuits as you cruise back to Cairns.
<more-info><ul><li> Cruise in luxury to the Outer Reef in an air-conditioned catamaran - one of the newest in Cairns!
</li><li> Spend 5 hours at 2 outer Great Barrier Reef locations
</li><li> All water equipment provided and flotation devices
</li><li> Free lycra/sun-suit hire
</li><li> Arrival tea, coffee and mini muffins
</li><li> Glass of wine, cheese and biscuits on the return journey
</li><li> Experienced, professional dive instructors providing full diving and snorkelling tuition and safety briefings
</li><li> Delicious buffet BBQ lunch including fresh prawns, fish, steak, breads and a variety of salads (GF, DF, Vegan, and Vegetarian options available)
</li><li> Fuel and administration levy </li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Hotel pick ups and drop offs (return transfers additional cost, please book and pay with the tour operator prior to travel)
</li><li> Scuba dive not included in Snorkel Only option</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> 7:15am - 7:45am: Check-in, Reef Fleet Terminal
</li><li> 8.00am: Evolution departs Cairns
</li><li> 9.45am: Arrive at reef location 1, Norman or Saxon Reef for snorkelling and/or scuaba diving
</li><li> 11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard
</li><li> 1:00pm: Evolution arrives at reef location 2, Hastings Reef, for snorkelling and/or scuaba diving
</li><li> 3:00pm: Evolution departs for Cairns, enjoy a glass of wine, cheese and biscuits
</li><li> 4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns (approximately)</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li>The optional extra activities can be booked with the tour operator before travel:
</li><li> Return transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas
</li><li> Semi-Submersible Tour
</li><li> Guided snorkel tours with a Marine Biologist
</li><li> Scenic helicopter flight
</li><li> Introductory and certified scuba diving (please choose the scuba diving package). Additional dives can be booked with the tour operator before travel.</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Visit 2 outer reef locations
</li><li> Cruise onboard 35-meter luxury superyacht with 3 decks
</li><li> Locations vary depending on the day, however, they generally travel to one of the two outer reef locations in the morning (Norman Reef or Saxon Reef) then make their way to North Hastings Reef in the afternoon
</li><li> 5 hours of snorkelling
</li><li> Semi submersible boat tour (optional extra)
</li><li> BBQ lunch
</li><li> State of the art high speed vessel
</li><li> Spacious sundecks for sunbathing
</li><li> Large modern lounges to relax on
</li><li> Fully licensed bar onboard</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Check-in is from 7.15am - 7.45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Marlin Marina, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter.
</li><li> The boat, Evolution, departs at 8am and returns approximately 4.30pm.</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Check-in is from 7.15am - 7.45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Marlin Marina, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter.
</li><li> The boat, Evolution, departs at 8am</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Sunscreen
</li><li> Hat
</li><li> Change of clothes
</li><li> Swimmers
</li><li> Towel
</li><li> Drink bottle
</li><li> Cash or Credit Card for additional purchases onboard from the bar</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Diving: All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In a commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operator's Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions before travel.
</li><li> Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
</li><li> Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options are available.
</li><li> If you chose a package with a dive, this includes 1 pre-booked dive only (note: dives are not included with snorkel-only packages). Additional dives can be purchased onboard on the day or directly from the operator before travel.</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Diving: All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In a commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operator's Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions before travel
</li><li> Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
</li><li> Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options are available
</li><li> If you chose a package with a dive, this includes 1 pre-booked dive only (note: dives are not included with snorkel-only packages). Additional dives can be purchased onboard on the day or directly from the operator before travel</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
</li><li> Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
</li><li> Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience</li></ul></more-info>
<more-info><ul><li> Please reconfirm your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking.</li></ul></more-info>
Recent reviews
4.7/5
Based on 66 reviews
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Bec Wozniak
24 days ago
Great staff. Lovely day despite the weather.
Great staff. Lovely day despite the weather. Friendly and helpful staff. Great food.
Reply from Experience Oz Customer Support
Hi Bec, Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the day despite the weather and that the team helped make the experience a positive one. It's great to know the food and service left a lasting impression, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
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Aaron Aston
28 days ago
Australia compleded
An excellent life experience snorkeling at the great barrier reef with down under cruises. weather wasn't the best but it doesn't matter much as your already wet.
Reply from Experience Oz Customer Support
Hi Aaron, Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you had such an incredible Great Barrier Reef experience. Even with less-than-perfect weather, it’s wonderful to know the snorkelling and overall adventure made it a memorable one.
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Glynis Robinson
30 days ago
Seating was crowded, staff were though amazing. The intro to the cruise was too long
A bit choppy on the day but all in all was a good day
Reply from Experience Oz Customer Support
Hi Glynis, Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear you had an enjoyable day overall and that the team helped make the experience a positive one. We appreciate your comments regarding the seating and cruise introduction and will pass them on to the experience provider for consideration. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.