Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise with Lunch

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About the place

Start your day with an easy pickup in Cairns, where a brief check-in and safety briefing will prepare you for an exciting adventure at the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Board a comfortable vessel that soon departs for your first reef destination, brimming with marine life. Here, a certified guide explains your options: opt for a snorkeling session or test the waters with an introductory dive.

In the afternoon, you’ll have a tropical BBQ buffet lunch and move on to a second reef site, where you can again choose your preferred activity. Whether you decide to snorkel among the corals or dive deeper into the reef’s mysteries, expert guidance is always available. The day wraps up with a comfortable return to Cairns, leaving you with a reef experience that caters to both snorkelers and aspiring divers. Optional upgrades, such as an introductory dive or guided snorkeling, let you tailor your adventure.

Location
Cairns, Cairns, Queensland
Timing
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Highlights

  • Start your day in Cairns and cruise to two outer reef sites, where pristine coral gardens and clearer waters set the scene for snorkelling or diving.
  • Enjoy live expert commentary and friendly guidance that make vibrant marine life feel accessible, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned explorer.
  • Recharge between reef stops with a tropical BBQ buffet lunch onboard, keeping you fuelled and ready for more underwater moments.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Full-day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef
  • Round-trip transfers from select hotels in Cairns
  • Round-trip superyacht transfers from Cairns to 2 reef sites (North Hastings & Saxon or Norman)
  • 8-hour cruise with 5 hours on the reef
  • Snorkeling equipment, masks, and lycra suits
  • Guides/captains
  • Chef-prepared BBQ lunch with fish, prawns, steak, salads, breads (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options available)
  • Tea/coffee/mini-muffins
  • 1 glass of wine and a light snack on the return journey
  • Choice of snorkeling tour or introductory dive (based on option selected)
  • Onboard bar available (additional drinks at own cost)
  • Full-day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef
  • Round-trip transfers from select hotels in Cairns
  • Round-trip superyacht transfers from Cairns to 2 reef sites (North Hastings & Saxon or Norman)
  • 8-hour cruise with 5 hours on the reef
  • Snorkeling equipment, masks, and lycra suits
  • Guides/captains
  • Chef-prepared BBQ lunch with fish, prawns, steak, salads, breads (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options available)
  • Tea/coffee/mini-muffins
  • 1 glass of wine and a light snack on the return journey
  • Choice of snorkeling tour or introductory dive (based on option selected)
  • Onboard bar available (additional drinks at own cost)

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

  • Bring along your sunscreen, swimmers, towel, change of clothes, refillable drink bottle, and cash or credit card for bar and souvenir purchases.

What's not allowed

  • For the certified dives, you will need to produce your certification card. For intro dives, no experience is necessary.

  • The experience is restricted for guests aged 12 and under.

  • Note that the following is not allowed during this experience: large bags.

  • Diving within 24 hours before your flight is not permitted.

Accessibility

  • Divers over 65 must have medical clearance from a physician confirming 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.

  • Special dietary requirements should be confirmed directly with the activity provider.

Additional information

  • This activity is dependent on the weather.

  • All divers are required to complete an onboard medical questionnaire.

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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