Cairns Great Barrier Reef Adventure Experience
from
$469
Cairns City
Queensland
1-8
people
price for
1 participant
7
hours
  • • Experience the Majestic Great Barrier Reef in Cairns
  • • Enjoy a Memorable 7-Hour Adventure Exploring the Outer Reef
  • • Take the Most Scenic 10-Minute Helicopter Flight Over the Reef
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, where the stunning beauty of nature awaits. This one-day cruise offers the perfect opportunity to explore the outer reef from the comfort of a spacious activity platform. With activities designed for everyone, from adventurous swimmers to non-swimmers, this experience promises a day filled with wonder and excitement amidst the amazing coral and marine life.

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise to the majestic Outer Reef, allowing you to soak in the breathtaking views of the turquoise waters. Once at the activity platform, indulge in a delightful buffet lunch, including fresh prawns, before diving into a world of exploration. Snorkel or dive to witness the vibrant underwater ecosystems firsthand, or remain dry while observing marine wonders from the underwater observatory and air-conditioned semi-submersible. To make the experience truly spectacular, a thrilling 10-minute helicopter flight awaits, providing an aerial perspective of this natural wonder that will leave a lasting impression.

This incredible Great Barrier Reef cruise and helicopter flight is not just an adventure—it also makes for a fantastic gift for loved ones. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply wanting to create cherished memories, this experience offers the perfect blend of relaxation and exhilaration in one of nature's most spectacular settings. Create lasting memories and give the gift of adventure today!

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Experience Overview:

1 Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise And 10 Minute Helicopter Flight

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the coral and marine biodiversity is at its most extreme. There’s an abundance of activities for all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. Snorkel and dive, stay dry and discover the reef in the underwater observatory or from the air-conditioned semi-submersible, and take to the skies on a spectacular 10-minute scenic helicopter flight for a truly unforgettable aerial perspective of this natural wonder.
There’s also a great range of exciting optional activities including scuba diving and the exclusive Scuba-Doo underwater scooter - these are an additional cost paid on the day.

Meeting Point

1 Spence St

1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Please check-in at the Great Adventures counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 9:30am for boarding at 10am (departure at 10:30am). If traveling 'Green Island & Reef Pontoon', please check-in at 7:30am for boarding at 8am (departure at 8:30am).

What's included:

  • Hot and cold buffet lunch, including prawns
  • Return fast catamaran transfer from Cairns
  • Reef education presentation
  • Use of snorkelling equipment, buoyancy vests and instruction
  • 3 hours at the Outer Reef platform
  • Semi-submersible coral viewing tour
  • 10-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight
  • Underwater observatory
  • Environmental Management Charge
  • Morning and afternoon tea

Not included:

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Optional activitiés

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

Great Barrier Reef

Cairns, Queensland

Great Adventures will take you to an exclusive and spacious activity platform on the majestic Outer Barrier Reef. Snorkel, dive, view the reef from the underwater observatory and semi-submersible tour and explore the reef from above on a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Great Barrier Reef

Queensland

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the coral and marine biodiversity is at its most extreme. There’s an abundance of activities for all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. Snorkel and dive or stay dry and discover the reef in the underwater observatory or from the air-conditioned semi-submersible.
There’s also a great range of exciting optional activities including scuba diving, scenic helicopter flights and the exclusive Scuba-Doo underwater scooter - these are an additional cost paid on the day.

4 hours

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
After a single dive a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. If doing multiple dives an interval of 24 hours is suggested.
Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. We recommend informing crew of any medical conditions.

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

Organized by

The Quicksilver Group

Product SKU: AU-12430-0007
Google Business Profile: The Quicksilver Group

Cairns Great Barrier Reef Adventure Tour

Cairns City
Queensland
1-8
people
price for
1 participant
7
hours
  • • Experience the Majestic Great Barrier Reef in Cairns
  • • Enjoy a Memorable 7-Hour Adventure Exploring the Outer Reef
  • • Take the Most Scenic 10-Minute Helicopter Flight Over the Reef
or

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