Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Hardy Reef Pontoon Whitsundays
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Best day trip out the reef.
Had an incredible day out at the Great Barrier Reef. The staff onboard the boat were very friendly and shared their knowledge about the reef. Snorkeling was good, saw lots of the reef with different corals and fish. The only feedback would be there was no super clear instructions on where the boundaries were while snorkelling. Other than that, was the best day trip out.
Day trip to Reefworld, snorkelling, semi submersible, underwater observatory.
Great day out with plenty of activities. Did the optional helicopter flight, don’t miss this opportunity. Cruise Whitsundays do a great job, staff are friendly and always there to help. A total of 10 hours, so really fills your day. Would definitely recommend.
What you can expect
Visit one of the Whitsunday region's most spectacular Great Barrier Reef sites on this great value day tour departing from Airlie Beach . Witness the Great Barrier Reef at its best with a cruise to the Outer Reef, where both the water quality and incredible marine life are at their most magnificent! Departing from Airlie Beach, on this Outer Reef cruise you'll board one of the region's premier vessels and enjoy a morning tea and the stunning views as you cruise through the Whitsunday Islands and on to the outer Great Barrier Reef.
Just getting to the destination is half the fun as you travel aboard a modern, comfortable and sleek 37m-long wave piercing vessel that is the biggest in the Whitsundays. The vessel features spacious lounges, full air-conditioning, huge outside view decks and a duo of bars that will gladly serve you your favourite refreshment including both alcohol and soft drinks. Enjoy snorkelling, the underwater chamber and a ride on a semi-submersible boat. Optional activities include scuba dives and scenic helicopter flights. During the day, indulge in a delicious gourmet lunch, so you have the energy to fit in the many awesome activities!
For the Whitsundays best outer Great Barrier Reef tour and the optimum snorkelling conditions in the Whitsundays, be sure to book this option online today!
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What you need to know
- Great Barrier Reef Adventure Cruise Sale
- Sales Period: 12/1/26 – 15/2/26
- Travel Period: 12/1/26 – 31/5/26
- Blackout Dates Apply: 1/1/26 - 25/1/26, 17/2/26 - 3/3/26 & 3/4/26 - 19/4/26
- Offer applies to new bookings only and is non-refundable and non-amendable. 100% cancellation fees apply for cancellation of any reason. Changes are not permitted.
- Return catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Reefworld Pontoon
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Served gourmet buffet lunch
- Snorkelling equipment
- Underwater viewing observatory
- Semi-submarine guided tour
- Marine Biologist presentations
- $5.50 per person Great Barrier Reef Marine Authority fee
- Stinger and Wetsuit usage
- Hotel transfers to Port of Airlie
- Optional activities such as guided snorkelling safaris, scuba diving and scenic helicopter flights (payable on the day of the tour)
- The Great Barrier Reef is a "must-see" for any visitor to the region
- 4 hours at Hardy Reef
- Hundreds of different types of fish and hard and soft coral
- Unbelievable snorkelling with all gear provided
- Delicious gourmet lunch pack
- Morning and afternoon tea
- An innovative and spacious reef pontoon
- Semi-submarine guided tour
- Underwater viewing chamber
- High Season rates are applicable for the below dates:
- 14th September - 13th October
- 14th December - 31st December
- Cruises depart Port of Airlie at 8am and return at 6:10pm
- Cruises depart Hamilton Island at 9am and return at 5pm
- Cruises depart Daydream Island at 7.35am and return at 6pm
- Check-in is required at least 30 minutes prior
- Daily
- Cruises depart from the Port of Airlie - 26 The Cove Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Light jacket for cooler months
- Credit card for optional purchases
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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Best day trip out the reef.
Had an incredible day out at the Great Barrier Reef. The staff onboard the boat were very friendly and shared their knowledge about the reef. Snorkeling was good, saw lots of the reef with different corals and fish. The only feedback would be there was no super clear instructions on where the boundaries were while snorkelling. Other than that, was the best day trip out.
Day trip to Reefworld, snorkelling, semi submersible, underwater observatory.
Great day out with plenty of activities. Did the optional helicopter flight, don’t miss this opportunity. Cruise Whitsundays do a great job, staff are friendly and always there to help. A total of 10 hours, so really fills your day. Would definitely recommend.
Enjoyable day in the amazing great barrier reef. So recommend.
The day was incredible. We went with my partner and we were both more than satisfied with the experience. The check in of the excursion was really easy. The food inside the vessel was very good and they were all very pleasant. The sunset on the way back ends up enchanted.
