# Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise with Guided Snorkelling Tours

- **Activity Name**: Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise with Guided Snorkelling Tours
- **Location**: B Finger Cairns Marina, Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD, Australia
- **City**: Cairns
- **State**: QL
- **Country**: Australia
- **Duration**: 8 Hours 30 Minutes
- **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/cairns/things-to-do/cairns-to-great-barrier-reef-full-day-cruise-with-guided-snorkelling-tours-aid0p3fhaw

## About this Activity

Your experience
Hop aboard a boat from Cairns to the Reef, to start your snorkelling journey! At your dive site, you can enjoy guided snorkel tours and up to three diving or snorkeling sessions, with experts to ensure a safe and exciting experience. When you're ready for a break, savor a delicious tropical buffet lunch, along with morning and afternoon tea. Between dives, unwind on the sun deck, cool off in air-conditioned indoor spaces, and refresh with a hot freshwater shower before returning to Cairns in the late afternoon.
Itinerary


8am: Check in at Cairns Marlin Marina and board the boat


8.30am: Depart Cairns and receive safety briefings as we travel to the outer reef


10am: Arrive at first snorkel and dive site


12.45pm: Move to second site and enjoy lunch


1.30pm: Continue diving and snorkelling


3pm: Depart reef site


4.30pm: Arrive back in Cairns

## Pricing

- **Starting Price**: AUD 267.51
- **Currency**: AUD

## Essential Information

- **Location**: B Finger Cairns Marina, Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD, Australia
- **Address**: Cairns, QL, Australia
- **Coordinates**: -16.8475618, 145.695665

## About the place

Hop aboard a boat from Cairns to the Reef, to start your snorkelling journey! At your dive site, you can enjoy guided snorkel tours and up to three diving or snorkeling sessions, with experts to ensure a safe and exciting experience. When you're ready for a break, savor a delicious tropical buffet lunch, along with morning and afternoon tea. Between dives, unwind on the sun deck, cool off in air-conditioned indoor spaces, and refresh with a hot freshwater shower before returning to Cairns in the late afternoon.
Itinerary


8am: Check in at Cairns Marlin Marina and board the boat


8.30am: Depart Cairns and receive safety briefings as we travel to the outer reef


10am: Arrive at first snorkel and dive site


12.45pm: Move to second site and enjoy lunch


1.30pm: Continue diving and snorkelling


3pm: Depart reef site


4.30pm: Arrive back in Cairns

## Highlights

Go on a trip from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reed and enjoy up to five hours exploring two reef sites, perfect for both experts and beginners.With an expert guide and all necessary equipment provided, you'll have a comfortable and safe experience!Indulge in a tropical buffet lunch with a selection of hot and cold dishes, plus tea, coffee, and chilled water to keep you refreshed all day.Unwind on spacious sun decks, relax in air-conditioned indoor areas, and freshen up after your adventure with hot freshwater showers onboard.Fun fact: The Norman Reef is home to the largest mollusc in existence, the Giant Clam!

## Inclusions & Exclusions

InclusionsExclusionsFull-day cruise of Outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns5 hours at the Outer ReefExpert snorkeling guideThree snorkel sessions at two sites (Norman, Saxon, or Hastings)Fresh tropical buffet lunch (hot and cold options)Tea, coffee, and waterSnorkeling equipment, wetsuit/lycra suit, prescription masksHot freshwater showersDigital camera hireProfessional photos for purchaseSoft drinks, alcohol and snacksSouvenirsIntroductory or certified divingFull-day cruise of Outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns5 hours at the Outer ReefExpert snorkeling guideThree snorkel sessions at two sites (Norman, Saxon, or Hastings)Fresh tropical buffet lunch (hot and cold options)Tea, coffee, and waterSnorkeling equipment, wetsuit/lycra suit, prescription masksHot freshwater showersDigital camera hireProfessional photos for purchaseSoft drinks, alcohol and snacksSouvenirsIntroductory or certified diving

## Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

## Frequently Asked Questions

- **Q**: What to bring
  - **A**:
    - Bring along your swim suit, towel, spare clothes, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for the tour!
    - Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite
- **Q**: What's not allowed
  - **A**: Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years
- **Q**: Accessibility
  - **A**: If you have special dietary requirements, contact the team beforehand so they can better take it into account
- **Q**: Additional information
  - **A**:
    - Facilities: restroom with hot showers on board
    - Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
    - If you don't want to snorkel or dive, you can lounge on the sundeck
    - All introductory and certified scuba participants must meet medical questionnaire requirements and some conditions or medications may prevent you from diving. These requirements can be found here, and we strongly recommend reviewing before booking.

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## Activity Tags

- **Tags**: Walking Tours, Water Sports, Snorkeling, Boat tours

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