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Great Adventures Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Make the most of your day in tropical paradise with a high-speed catamaran ride to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. This full-day experience takes you straight to a spacious reef platform, where colourful coral gardens, marine life and unforgettable snorkelling moments await.

Get ready for an epic day on the Great Barrier Reef! Cruise from Cairns to a floating activity platform on the Outer Reef—your launchpad to explore one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders.

Snorkel vibrant coral gardens, hop aboard a semi-submersible for a close-up look beneath the surface, or chill on the sundeck with a buffet lunch and views for days. Not a swimmer? No worries, the underwater observatory brings the reef to you.

With optional upgrades like scuba diving, Scuba-Doo rides and scenic helicopter flights, this reef trip is perfect for families, first-timers and ocean lovers of all kinds.

Itinerary Snapshot (Subject to change)

From 9:30am – Check in at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
10:10am – Boarding and complimentary morning tea/coffee
10:30am – Depart Cairns for the Outer Reef via Green Island
11:20am – Enjoy a sweet treat on board; reef presentation and snorkelling demo
12:30pm – Arrive at the Outer Reef platform: snorkel, semi-sub tours, underwater observatory open, optional activities begin
1:00–2:30pm – Buffet lunch served; continue exploring or relax on deck
3:30pm – Return boarding call
3:45pm – Depart for Cairns, with cheese and biscuits on the way
5:30pm – Arrive back at the Reef Fleet Terminal

Departs:

Daily (excluding Christmas Day, New Year’s Day & ANZAC Day)

Start Time:

10:30am (Check in from 9:30am)

Duration:

Approx. 7.5 hours total (including 3 hours at the reef platform)

Experience Includes

Full-day Great Adventures cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
Morning tea, coffee and a sweet cake selection to start your day right
3 hours at a spacious Outer Reef activity platform
Snorkelling gear included: fins, mask and snorkel
Hot and cold buffet lunch served on board
Semi-submersible coral viewing tour with expert commentary
Access to the underwater observatory and a guided Eco Reef Talk
Afternoon tea and coffee at the platform, plus cheese and biscuits on the return cruise
Environmental Management Charge (AUD $7.00 per person) included
Book with Confidence – Cancel for a full refund with our flexible policy*

Experience Excludes

Optional extras, such as a certified scuba dive or Introductory Scuba Diving; Scuba Doo scooter, guided snorkel tour and scenic helicopter flights. These activities can be purchased locally.
Additional refreshments, other than those stated

Terms & Conditions

Northern Beaches transfers include Palm Cove, Kewarra Beach and Trinity Beach.
If you did not select a hotel transfer, please make sure you check in at the Great Adventures counters inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street in Cairns) 1 hour before your departure time.
On very rare occasions, services can be subject to the effects of weather or unforeseen circumstances. Should a cruise not operate for any reason, passengers will be offered an alternative day or a refund authorised.
Those wishing to dive will be required to fill out a medical questionnaire on board before diving. Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from diving. It is recommended a wait of 12 hours, but preferably 24 hours if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. Please use caution and inform the crew of any medical conditions. The minimum age for diving is 12 years.
Bring along a towel, sunscreen, hat, swimwear and camera to capture your memories. Limited underwater digital cameras are available to hire on board.
An Environmental Management Charge of $7.00 is levied on all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This charge is included in the above prices.
Surcharge: Due to potential significant volatility in supply & operational costs, a surcharge may be applied due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure.
*Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled before your holiday departure date. No refunds are given for cancellations made post-departure.