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Silversonic Outer Barrier Reef Snorkelling and Diving Adventure with hotel transfers from Cairns
Prepare for a day of discovery and adventure with Silversonic as you dive and snorkel your way through the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef. Explore 3 unique reef sites in one incredible day, perfect for those seeking unforgettable experiences beneath the waves!
On this exciting tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore three stunning, exclusive reef sites at the renowned Agincourt Ribbon Reefs, each chosen for its rich visual and ecological diversity – perfect for both diving and snorkelling adventures.
Spend over five hours at the reef, with unlimited snorkelling and up to three certified dives (check ticket options below). Silversonic provides a comfortable and stylish way to experience the colourful marine life of the Great Barrier Reef, with a friendly and knowledgeable crew. Enjoy easy access to the water from the large submerged platform or simply unwind on the spacious deck.
Onboard amenities include hot freshwater showers, changing rooms and a licensed bar – ideal for relaxing and swapping stories of your underwater journey.
Example Itinerary (subject to change without notice):
- From 7.30 am: Check in at the Quicksilver Cruises office at Port Douglas Marina.
- 8:00 am: Board Silversonic and enjoy complimentary morning tea or breakfast.
- 8:30 am: Depart for the Outer Reef. Dive briefings begin for certified and introductory divers.
- 10:15 am: Arrive at the first Agincourt Reef site. Divers gear up, snorkellers receive site briefings.
- 11:30 am: Cruise to the second reef location for more diving and snorkelling.
- 12:00 pm: Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served onboard.
- 1:40 pm: Head to the third reef site. Join a guided snorkel tour or opt for more diving.
- 2:30 pm: Afternoon tea served.
- 2:50 pm: Final headcount before returning to Port Douglas.
- 3:00 pm: Cruise back to the marina.
- 4:30 pm: Arrive at Port Douglas Marina.
- 4:55 pm: Coaches depart for local accommodation.
Choose Your Reef Adventure
- Standard Snorkelling Ticket
Dive into the reef with confidence. Enjoy guided snorkel tours, site briefings at every stop and lifeguard supervision for a safe, spectacular day in the water. Enter and exit the reef easily from a wide submerged platform. - Certified Scuba Dive Ticket
Get ready for the ultimate dive experience. Explore up to three breathtaking sites featuring coral gardens, drift walls and swim-throughs. Includes dive gear, wetsuits and the expertise of professional instructors at no extra cost. Each dive lasts approximately 40+ minutes. - Certified Scuba Dive Ticket (Tanks & Weights Only)
Perfect if you’re bringing your own gear. Enjoy all the same incredible dive sites and professional support. Available for 1, 2, or 3 dives. - Introductory Scuba Dive Ticket
No experience? No problem. Try an introductory “Discover Dive” under close supervision, with full equipment and personal instruction. Ideal for first-timers who want to see the reef up close.
Departs:
Daily, year-round except Christmas Day
Start times:
8.30am; check-in is between 7.30am and 8.00am
Duration:
8-9 hours
Experience Includes
- Catamaran cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef, departing from Cairns
- Explore three spectacular sites at Agincourt Reef
- Light breakfast with morning tea to start your day
- Hot & cold tropical buffet lunch
- Afternoon tea with delicious cakes
- Unlimited snorkelling with a guided snorkel tour and full briefings
- All snorkelling gear included: mask, snorkel, fins, and lycra wetsuit
- Diving options available. Check ticket types for details
- Hot freshwater showers and changing rooms on board
- Easy water access from a spacious submerged platform
- Return coach transfers from your Cairns accommodation
- BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE – Cancel for a full refund if your plans change*
Experience Excludes
- Diving is not inlcuded unless you select one of the diving options - Introductory scuba diving & certified scuba diving
- Camera - underwater cameras are available for purchase and underwater digital cameras are available to hire
- Wetsuits are available for hire on board for snorkellers
- Additional refreshments other than those mentioned
Departs
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Departure location
This tour picks up from hotels in the Cairns and Northern Beaches area.
Start times
8.30am.
Duration
8-9 hours.
Terms & Conditions
- Diving is not included unless you select one of the diving tickets.
- Hotel pick-ups commence 60 minutes before the departure time. Your exact pick-up time will be advised when you reconfirm your tour locally.
- 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.
- Silversonic recommends 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. Children under the age of 15 years are unable to travel without a parent or legal guardian. Children between the ages of 15 to 18 years can travel unattended, but a dive waiver (either certified or introductory) and a letter signed by the parent/legal guardian, permitting the child to dive, must be presented to the crew on the day before travel. Please contact the Silversonic office for the required paperwork.
- Bring along a towel, sunscreen, hat, swimwear and camera to capture your memories. Limited underwater digital cameras are available to hire on board.
- 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.
- An Environmental Management Charge 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.
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