Great Barrier Reef - Visit Cairns

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Green Island Cruise 9am to 5pm

from A$110

8 hours

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Silverswift Dive & Snorkel

from A$308

8 hours

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Moore Reef Pontoon Full Day Cruise

from A$307

7 hours 15 mins

Moore Reef Pontoon Full Day Cruise

Exclusive access to a custom-designed outer reef pontoon at Moore Reef
Snorkel in a natural lagoon with vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life
View the reef from a semi-submersible or glass bottom boat tour
Experience the underwater observatory and ocean pool
Enjoy a 30-metre spiral waterslide into the tropical ocean
Easy water entry from two snorkel platforms with stairs
Four hours of reef time with lifeguard supervision
Opportunity for optional activities such as guided snorkelling, Seawalker helmet dive, SCUBA dives, and scenic helicopter flights

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Evolution Outer Reef Snorkel & Dive

from A$275

8 hours 30 mins

Evolution Outer Reef Snorkel & Dive

Cruise onboard the 35-metre luxury superyacht Evolution from Cairns
Visit two exclusive Outer Great Barrier Reef sites such as Norman, Saxon, and Hastings reefs
Enjoy five hours exploring the reef, with snorkelling and optional scuba diving
Optional 10-minute scenic helicopter flight or Semi-Submersible Tour for non-swimmers (extra cost)
Freshly prepared BBQ lunch onboard with a selection of fish, steak, salads, and prawns
Relax with afternoon tea and a glass of wine on the return cruise

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Great Barrier Reef Adventure

from A$312

7 hours

Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Explore the spectacular Moore Reef on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
Use a stable reef activity platform as your adventure base
Snorkel or dive in vibrant marine habitats
Visit the underwater observatory for close marine life encounters
Enjoy semi-submersible cruises for a unique underwater experience
Relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch
Access a range of optional activities including scuba diving, guided snorkel tours, Scuba Doo rides, and helicopter tours

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Seawalker at Green Island

from A$289

4 hours

Seawalker at Green Island

Experience a Seawalker Helmet Dive - non-swimmers welcome
Visit Green Island, a choice of 2 depart/return times
Snorkel Gear or Glass Bottom Boat Included
Guided snorkelling demonstration and Eco video presentation onboard
Snorkel or swim from a lifeguard-patrolled beach or swimming pool
Access to rainforest walking trails and self-guided Eco Island Walk booklet
Optional activities including scuba diving, Seawalker helmet diving, parasailing, helicopter flights, and Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat
Glass Bottom Boat tour available, times bookable onboard
Return ferry transfers from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal via Great Adventures fast catamaran

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Fitzroy Island 8.45/10.15 to 4.30pm

from A$109

6 hours 15 mins

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Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise

from A$288

8 hours 30 mins

Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise

Full-day cruise to Michaelmas Cay and Great Barrier Reef from Cairns
4 hours at Michaelmas Cay with access to its fringing reefs and golden sands
Snorkel with provided equipment and guided tuition
Marine biologist presentations and reef education
View marine life from a semi-submersible or glass bottom boat
Seabird and wildlife spotting on a National Park island
Buffet lunch, morning tea, afternoon tea, and sparkling wine included

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Green Island Cruise 9am to 1pm

from A$110

4 hours

Green Island Cruise 9am to 1pm

Visit Green Island, a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef Marine National Park
Choose from snorkelling, semi-submarine, or glass bottom boat reef viewing
Two hours to explore the island's rainforests, pristine beaches, and coral reefs
Relaxed 45-minute ferry journey on the air-conditioned Reef Rocket catamaran
Friendly crew to help organise your chosen activities during your stay

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Advanced Dive Course

from A$1320

3 days

Advanced Dive Course

Three-day, two-night liveaboard diving experience on the Great Barrier Reef
11 dives visiting 19 outer reef sites across Flynn, Thetford, Milln and Pellowe Reefs
Encounters with giant clams, turtles, stingrays, reef sharks, and diverse marine life
Night dive introducing unique nocturnal reef life
Core certification dives: deep, underwater navigation, peak performance buoyancy, and night dive
Option to choose elective dives like nitrox, underwater naturalist, or boat diver
Accommodation on premium, air-conditioned Scubapro dive vessels
Small group sizes for a personalised, immersive experience

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PADI Dive Course – Liveaboard – 5 days

from A$1315

5 days

PADI Dive Course – Liveaboard – 5 days

Five-day PADI Open Water dive certification course in Cairns and on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
Two days of pool and classroom training at a five-star PADI training centre in Cairns city
Three-day, two-night liveaboard adventure visiting 19 exclusive dive sites on Flynn, Thetford, Milln, and Pellowe Reefs
Opportunity for up to nine dives, including one guided night dive
Small group sizes with the same instructor throughout the course
Experience diverse marine life and excellent visibility year-round
Accommodation on premium Scubapro dive vessels with air-conditioned cabins and catered meals

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Green Island Cruise 1pm to 5pm

from A$110

4 hours

Green Island Cruise 1pm to 5pm

Explore Green Island, a coral cay within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Enjoy up to two hours on Green Island with diverse activity options
Travel on the modern, air-conditioned Reef Rocket high-speed catamaran
Snorkel the reef, relax on white sandy beaches, or join glass bottom boat and semi-submarine tours
Friendly crew available to help organise your Green Island activities
Return journey between Cairns and Green Island in just 45 minutes each way

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