Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Discover Moore Reef on the Outer Great Barrier Reef from 1030 to 1630 with snorkelling, diving, semi-sub cruises, and marine life observation from a stable activity platform. Includes buffet lunch and access to optional adventure activities.
Key Highlights
- 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
What’s included
- Access to Moore Reef activity platform
- Snorkelling equipment and instruction
- Use of underwater observatory
- Semi-submarine cruise experiences
- Buffet lunch served on the sundeck
Overview
Experience the world-famous Outer Great Barrier Reef at Moore Reef with a full day of adventure and relaxation on a stable reef activity platform. From 1030 to 1630, you will have a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and vibrant marine life of this spectacular natural wonder.
Dive into the water for an unforgettable snorkelling or diving experience, exploring colourful coral gardens and meeting diverse marine species. If you prefer to stay dry, head to the underwater observatory, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the reef's inhabitants in their natural habitat.
Cruise through the reef on a semi-submersible for a different perspective, or simply unwind on the spacious sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch as you take in the stunning surroundings. The activity platform is designed for comfort and accessibility for both swimmers and non-swimmers.
Enhance your Moore Reef visit further with a range of optional activities available for purchase, such as scuba diving, guided snorkel tours, Scuba Doo rides beneath the waves, or even a scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef.
Commonly asked questions.
The tour includes return travel from Cairns, snorkelling equipment, a semi-submersible reef tour, underwater observatory, reef education presentation, marine biologist presentations, up to three hours at the Outer Reef platform, buffet lunch, morning tea and coffee, and cheese and crackers on the return journey.
The cruise departs from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal on Spence Street. Check-in is at the Great Adventures counter inside the terminal.
The tour provides up to three hours at the Outer Reef activity platform, giving you plenty of time for snorkelling, reef viewing and optional activities.
Yes. Snorkelling equipment is included, along with access to the snorkelling area from the reef platform.
No. The stable reef platform is designed for both swimmers and non-swimmers. You can explore the underwater observatory and semi-submersible, attend reef presentations or relax on the sundeck without entering the water.
The semi-submersible allows you to view coral and marine life from below the waterline while remaining inside the vessel. Tours operate regularly while the platform is open.
The underwater observatory provides views of the coral gardens and tropical marine life surrounding the reef platform without requiring you to enter the water.
Yes. The day includes reef education and an Eco Reef Talk with a marine biologist, as well as a fish-feeding presentation. Exact presentation times are advised onboard.
Yes. A hot and cold buffet lunch is included and is served between approximately 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Tea and coffee are also available at the platform.
Yes. Introductory and certified scuba diving are available as optional activities at the Outer Reef platform.
Yes. Depending on availability, optional experiences include a guided snorkelling tour, Scuba Doo underwater scooter, introductory or certified scuba diving, scenic helicopter flights and GoPro hire.
Yes. Great Adventures classifies children as 4–14 years, while children under four travel free. The reef platform also provides activities suitable for both swimmers and non-swimmers.
Bring swimwear, a towel, comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and a camera. The operator recommends marine-friendly sunscreen. Drones are not permitted.
Additional info by the operator.
- 9:30am - Check in at the Great Adventures counter inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
- 10:00am - Board the vessel and enjoy morning tea and coffee
- 10:30am - Depart Cairns for the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- 11:20am - Reef education presentation and snorkelling briefing onboard
- 12:30pm - Arrive at the Moore Reef activity platform
- 12:30-3:30pm - Snorkelling, semi-submersible tour, underwater observatory, pre-booked activities and reef presentations
- 1:00-2:30pm - Hot and cold buffet lunch
- 3:45pm - Depart the reef for Cairns
- 5:30pm - Arrive back at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal