Join us for the ultimate Great Barrier Reef overnight (liveaboard) snorkelling cruise. Spend your days and nights exploring the best outer Great Barrier Reef snorkel sites – there are so many diverse and colourful species of marine life to see near the surface of these warm waters.
During your Cairns overnight boat trip, you’ll visit incredible snorkel sites that show you the best treasures of the reef, glimpsing beautiful fish, corals, turtles and more. At night, take part in our exhilarating Sharks in the Dark experience at no extra cost.
'Solar Whisper’ is the only zero emission boat on the Daintree River. This whisper quiet boat can glide quietly up to crocodiles and other wildlife without scaring them or hurting their habitat. This boat is fitted with the unique “Croc Cam” to help show well camouflaged crocodiles and wildlife.
Nestled in the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest, is our next stop - Mossman Gorge. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Mossman Gorge before sitting down to a delicious healthy lunch.
After lunch we meet the local indigenous tribe.
Your guide will lead you on a meandering stroll through stunning, lush rainforest, observing traditional huts or humpies along the way. Your experienced interpretive Indigenous guide demonstrates traditional plant use, identifies bush food sources, and provides an enchanting narrative of the rainforest and their special relationship with this unique tropical environment. Discover traditions like making bush soaps and ochre painting.
This amazing 5-day tour package covers the three must do's while visiting the beautiful Cairns region in just a few days. The package includes 4 nights' accommodation in a standard queen, twin or triple room, round-trip airport transfers, ; a full day tour to the outer Great Barrier Reef, including 1 free introductory scuba dive,a day tour to The Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge a full day tour to Kuranda on Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute product, but extend the flight path out to the east, passing Green Island and tracking to the outer edge of Arlington Reef – one of the largest reefs in the northern section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. We traverse the very edge of the reef pushing toward the edge of the Australian continental shelf where the water clarity is unsurpassed, and the ocean floor drops away to over 1,000 feet.
The additional time allows us to push further north past sandy Vlasoff Cay and on to the outer reaches of the Reef to immerse yourself in the colours and textures of the reef and clear blue waters. The massive North Queensland skies provide unforgettable backdrops for the keen photographer to capture once in a lifetime images. Our local pilot/guides provide commentary and insights into the reef and its abundance of marine inhabitants.
Explore a unique Great Barrier Reef experience with Frankland Islands Reef Cruises - the only tour operator visiting the pristine location, you will feel like the tour is very private and crowd free. The tour includes a river cruise and has a short open water crossing 6 miles - approximately 30 minutes, morning and afternoon tea and a tropical buffet lunch. Your experienced guides take you snorkelling and ensure you feel comfortable and safe in the water and give you the best opportunity to spot a colourful clown fish and maybe even a turtle! Snorkelling straight off the white sandy beach makes this suitable for families and first time snorkelers. There are other optional activities including stand up paddle boards, kayaks and a guided island walk.
For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of flying over the picturesque coral-studded sea before landing on Vlasoff Cay (ex Cairns) - a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sand, beach comb for treasures, lay in the shallow crystal waters or snorkel straight off the cay and discover the magic of the underwater world. The experience is complete with a gourmet picnic hamper, sparkling wine and snorkelling equipment.
Cairns Aquarium is an exciting, new all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of Cairns, open daily. Guests of all ages will have guaranteed interaction with the spectacular beauty of over 16,000 marine and land animals from two World Heritage listed areas; the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Follow the journey from the river to the reef to enjoy daily animal and eco-system talks, a ray and shark feeding show and a hands on experience at the marine touch pool.
See crocodiles up close at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon and witness crocodiles being fed by experience Park staff.
You can also get up close to kangaroos, wallabies, snakes, cassowaries, crocodiles, quolls and other iconic Australian wildlife.
Spend a day at Hartley's and enjoy entertaining and educational wildlife presentations throughout the day.
Our first stop of the day is the Daintree Rainforest River Cruise, we jump aboard ‘Solar Whisper’ the only zero emission boat on the Daintree River. This whisper quiet boat can glide quietly up to crocodiles and other wildlife without scaring them or hurting their habitat. This boat is fitted with the unique “Croc Cam” to help show well camouflaged crocodiles and wildlife, this beautiful experience practices true Eco Tourism.
Our next stop is Mossman Gorge and the Daintree Rainforest ! A delicious healthy lunch is enjoyed at the Maya Cafe.
After lunch we meet the local indigenous guides for a smoking ceremony and a demonstration of traditional plant use and a body paint.
Following this your Sacred Owl Tour guide will lead you through the Daintree Rainforest, showcasing the unique plants, animals and features of the rainforest.
Enjoy plenty of free time to swim in the crystal-clear waters of Mossman Gorge before heading back.
This sightseeing tour is bespoke and personal with a maximum of 14 guests on the vessel at one time.
The tour takes in the stunning sights of the Cairns Trinity Inlet with amazing photo opportunities of the mountain-lined waterway at dusk as the local wildlife are settling for the evening. Bring your camera for stunning photo opportunities.
The sightseeing tour also showcases the Cairns city skyline from the waterfront and your local guide offers interesting insights into the history, culture and wildlife in the destination while on tour.
The vessel is comfortable and spacious, with lounge-style seating and an onboard toilet for passenger comfort.
A Cape Tribulation day tour is something you must add to your Tropical North Queensland holiday. Amazing natural beauty and destinations, ancient rainforest flora and fauna, wide rivers and sandy beaches, are just the beginning. This is a full, fun adventure day tour which departs daily from Cairns or Port Douglas. Travel is in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and commentary is provided by friendly, knowledgeable guides who are committed to your satisfaction. Whether you’re a youth traveler, flying solo or visiting with your spouse and/or friends, with or without children, this destination and tour has something for everyone. Our Cape Tribulation day tour takes a maximum of 21 guests, no minimum number for departure.
Experience the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Outback and save with this Cairns 3 day combo package.
Your Rainforest and Outabck Day is a small personalised tour with custom-built 4WD vehicles. Your naturalist driver-guide has extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure your day will be a memory of a lifetime.
Cruise to the reef onboard a luxury 35-metre superyacht to two outer reef sites. Enjoy unlimited snorkelling over 5 hours, delicious BBQ lunch onboard and a free glass of wine for the journey home to Cairns.
Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great Barrier Reef locations.
The Daintree Rainforest Tour is a small personalised tour with custom-built 4WD vehicles. Your naturalist driver-guide has extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure your day will be a memory of a lifetime.
The Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour has been locally owned and operated for over 30 years. Enjoy unlimited snorkelling over 5 hours, delicious BBQ lunch onboard and a free glass of wine for the journey home to Cairns.
• Visit two exclusive Outer Reef locations.
• To ensure smooth services, PLEASE do indicate if you would like to add an INTRODUCTORY (First time diving) OR CERTIFIED DIVING (Dive qualification required) in your day.
•Exclusive waterproof bone-conduction headsets with recorded narration for snorkellers.
• Unique “Finderella” service to help get you suited and booted in and out of the water.
• All equipment provided with in-depth briefing and tuition.
, All chef prepared locally source meals, Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch & Afternoon tea Included.
• Complimentary drinks throughout the day, with local wine and beer available for the trip back from the Outer Reef.
• Carbon Neutral through Reforest to offset all direct carbon emissions.
• Tusa-branded reusable drink bottle included.
Our liveaboard vessel is the ultimate Great Barrier Reef overnight experience from Cairns. Spend your days and nights exploring the best outer Great Barrier Reef dive sites aboard our floating accommodation, with snorkel, intro dive and certified dive options available.
When just one day at the reef isn’t enough, an overnight trip from Cairns gives you all the time you need. Visit our colourful dive and snorkel sites during the day, and at night everything from the air conditioned cabins with en suites, lounge and bar, are designed for your comfort.
Our three-deck, 35m catamaran is purpose built for a top class dive holiday, with a spacious dive deck, large open sundecks and hot, fresh water showers. All delicious meals are prepared by our onboard chef, including hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Enjoy a well-deserved dessert treat after your day in the water!
With more than 14 permanent moorings at Saxon and Norman reefs, and selected sites at Hastings Reef and more.
