Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Spend five hours at the Great Barrier Reef, with an excellent buffet lunch served on the boat. The spread features an Australian barbecue with fresh fish, steak, and sausages, plus a selection of pastas, salads, and prawns.
The guides choose from 12 exclusive moorings at six reef locations based on weather conditions and water clarity, to ensure the best experience for all activities. Generally, the tour goes to one of the true Outer Great Barrier Reef locations in the morning (Norman Reef or Saxon Reef) then heads to North Hastings Reef in the afternoon for the helicopter flights and glass bottom boat tour.
As you return to the mainland after a full day in paradise, snack on a cheese and tropical fruit platter while members of your talented crew provide live music and entertainment — a fun and memorable end to an amazing day!
Stop At: Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Queensland Australia
Marvel at the incredible richness and diversity of marine life as you snorkel at two prime sites on the Great Barrier Reef. If you prefer to stay dry, sit back and enjoy the new semi-submersible tour (payable on the day) with full commentary provided.
Spend five hours at the Great Barrier Reef, with an excellent buffet lunch served on the boat. The spread features an Australian barbecue with fresh fish, steak, and sausages, plus a selection of pastas, salads, and prawns.
The guides choose from 12 exclusive moorings at six reef locations based on weather conditions and water clarity, to ensure the best experience for all activities. Generally, the tour goes to one of the true Outer Great Barrier Reef locations in the morning (Norman Reef or Saxon Reef) then heads to North Hastings Reef in the afternoon for the helicopter flights and glass bottom boat tour.
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Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
08:00 AM
8 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Check-in is from 7.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter to check-in. Boat departs 8.00am sharp.
Not wheelchair accessible
All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In a commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance with a physician the confirms 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. Please review the operators Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions prior to travel.
Children aged and under 12 years (introductory) and 10 years (certified divers) are not permitted to participate in onboard diving activities as per Queensland Australian Law.
Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
For Certified Diving, evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive.
Near public transportation
Diving within 24 hours before your flight is not permitted.
Infants must sit on laps
Due to comfort, weight and balance of the aircraft, the weight limit for helicopters is 130kg. Please contact the supplier directly for further information.
Most travelers can participate
Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options are available.
If you chose a package with a dive, this includes 1 pre-booked dive only (note: dives are not included with snorkel-only packages). Additional dives can be purchased onboard on the day or direct with the operator prior to travel.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 180 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Posted By : Sonya_W
kind, friendly staff made for a wonderful experience exploring two reef locations. the underwater photographer, and complimentary use of reef safe sunscreen & stinger suits were added bonuses. highly recommend & would use down under dives again!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : Gregory_M
The reef was beautiful and all of the staff were helpful, knowledgeable and very friendly. I did snorkeling but also heard that the helicopter excursion was great.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : mina-wylde
Great experience! The staff is very friendly and supportive. I wish they had a photographer to take some photos and videos of us while scuba diving. It would be great to have a record of this amazing experience.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : TaylahStack
Nice boat, nice crew, nice lunch! Great reefs to snorkel at and an overall great experience. We swam behind a turtle at Saxon reef which was the highlight of our trip!
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Patrick P
Wonderful experience. Beautiful snorkel and dives. Equipment was all in good shape. Very experienced and polite staff that were there to make sure you had a good time no matter your comfort level
Take the sea sickness 💊
Don't forget a towel.
Food was average, but better than I expected.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Justin_S
Great experience! The crew was friendly and explained things in an easy to understand way. I did the intro scuba diving and felt very safe during the entire process. I am confident under their supervision anyone could do it. I thought the ship was nice and well maintained. The bathrooms weren’t gross. It was a bit choppy when we went so I got a little sea sick but they offer tablets on board to help with that. Definitely recommend taking the tablets if you’re unsure if you get sea sick as they don’t help after you’re already sick. Overall, great experience.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : juliecN7816SF
Amazing diving - beautiful fish and coral. Ruth was an excellent guide. Great boat, smooth ride and lovely lunch. Highly recommend the day
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : 563monas
Well organised tour. A very good day, and great way of seeing the reef.
And very helpful and friendly crew . Nice food, and a free glass of wine.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Anna F
Cant recommend this company enough! Awesome experience and crew! Saw two different reefs and still had a blast even though it was rainy.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10
Posted By : Maps34224413170
10 out of 10! Best experience ever! There was nothing, but I mean nothing that this crew didn't do without excellence. The crew was very kind and polite. The food delicious and the scuba diving with professional instructors one of the best experiences I had in my life. I definitely recommend this guy's, they are "la crem de la crem"
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Posted On : 2024-05-08
