All Inclusive Great Barrier Reef Cruise w optional Scuba Diving

About this tour

Spend nine hours exploring the outer reaches of the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns, with dedicated time at two reef sites for snorkelling and one included scuba dive (introductory 20 minutes or certified 40 minutes, subject to medical clearance). The boat provides breakfast, a cooked-to-order BBQ lunch, and afternoon nibbles, whilst a marine biologist explains what you're seeing below the surface. Weather permitting, you'll navigate to prime coral and fish habitat, then motor back to port with time to decompress.

Highlights

• Two outer reef snorkelling locations, weather dependent
• One scuba dive included; introductory or certified options
• Freshly cooked BBQ lunch and full-day catering onboard
• Marine biologist reef presentation during the cruise
• All snorkelling and diving gear supplied

What to expect

You'll board in Cairns and cruise roughly 90 minutes to the first reef site. Snorkelling stints last 45 minutes to an hour each; the water is usually clear, and coral gardens teem with wrasse, parrotfish, and the occasional larger species. Your scuba slot slots into the itinerary—instructors brief you on safety and technique if you're new to diving. Between water time, the crew plates up lunch on the galley. A marine biologist gives an informal talk about reef ecology and what you've spotted. The return journey is slower-paced, ideal for resting and absorbing the day.

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