Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Cruise

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. This 35-metre luxury fast superyacht departs Cairns with 5 hours spent exploring 2 spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations for an adventure-filled day.
Visit two different outer reef locations on the Great Barrier Reef for the chance to see tropical marine life. Delicious fresh BBQ lunch, tea, coffee, light snack and glass of wine on the return journey is included. Upgrade to include additional water adventures such as introductory or certified scuba dive or a scenic helicopter flight. Top quality equipment and instruction provided by friendly and professional instructors.

Meeting Point

Reef Fleet Terminal

Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.

What's included:

• Use of snorkelling and scuba equipment
• Free lycra/stinger suit hire
• 5 hours reef time at 2 spectacular outer reef locations
• 1 pre-booked dive (if dive package is selected. Additional dives can be added once onboard)
• 10-minute Scenic Flight (if selected)
• Glass of wine and a snack on return journey
• BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, prawns, steak, salads (Veg, GF, DF & Vegan options)

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes

Reef Fleet Terminal

Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am - 7.45am. Once checked in, you can make your way down to the boat, Evolution. Be greeted by your friendly crew, who will provide you with masks and snorkel, and then enjoy arrival tea, coffee and muffins before departure.

1 hour

Great Barrier Reef

Queensland

Evolution departs Cairns at 8 am with a safety briefing on your way to your first reef location. After 1 hour and 30 minutes, you will arrive at the first reef location. This will either be Saxon Reef or Norman Reef based on weather conditions and water clarity, to ensure the best experience for all activities.

3 hours

Great Barrier Reef

Queensland

Enjoy a BBQ lunch onboard (special dietary requirements catered for). The spread features an Australian barbecue with fresh fish, steak, prawns, and a variety of salads, and breads.

1 hour

Hastings Reef

Hastings Reef, Australia

Evolution arrives at the second reef location for more snorkelling and/or scuba diving. Marvel at the incredible richness and diversity of marine life as you snorkel at another Outer Reef location.
If you prefer to stay dry, sit back and enjoy the views with our three deck spaces available for lounging. Dial up the adventure and choose the package with the 10-minute scenic helicopter flight to experience the Great Barrier Reef from above!

1 hour

Cairns Marlin Marina

1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

As you return to the mainland after a full day in paradise, enjoy complimentary afternoon tea of cheese, biscuits and a glass of wine as you toast to a great day visiting the Great Barrier Reef.
Evolution arrives back to Cairns at approximately 4.30pm.

1 hour, 30 minutes