Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas
Overview
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8 hours
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Explore the very outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style with Calypso. The custom designed vessel will take you to Agincourt or Opal Reef, both regarded as some of the most significant sites on the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkeling is the easiest way to experience the reef or try an introductory dive, no experience required. For the advanced divers, certified diving is available. Let Calypso take you to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef and explore the rich and diverse coral gardens.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Environmental Management Charge of $7.00 per person is included in the fare from 1st July 2023
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Additional dives may be booked and paid for on board (subject to availability). Maximum of three dives in a day.
Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted to dive.
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
Children must be accompanied by an adult
If its raining on your day of travel, the tour will still go ahead. If Calypso cancels due to poor weather, mainly high winds, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Cancellation fees may apply if less than 24 hours notice is given prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Experience the outer Great Barrier Reef by immersing yourself amongst the coral and marine life with snorkelling or introductory / certified scuba diving. During the day you will visit 3 spectacular sites on the Great Barrier Reef to see the diversity of this natural wonder. We want you to know we are taking the current health crisis very seriously and will always put your health and safety at the forefront of our operations. Calypso adheres to a COVID-19 Safe Plan.
What‘s Included
Professional Local guide
Buffet lunch
Afternoon Tea & Coffee/Tea
Guided snorkel tour (Use of Snorkelling equipment) and Interpretive reef talk
Soft drinks / chocolate bars
Transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
Transfers from Northern Beaches of Cairns
Options
Cruise & 1 Introductory Dive
Cruise & 1 intro dive. No experience required. All snorkel/dive equipment, morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea included. Minimum age for diving is 12 yrs
Cruise & Snorkelling Only
Cruise including snorkeling and all necessary equipment will be provided. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
Cruise & 1 Certified Dive
Cruise & 1 cert dive with a PADI dive master. All snorkel/dive equipment, morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea included. Certification cards are required.
Reviews
1,396 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Wrasse was worth the trip
jillr141,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience of a lifetime for someone who has mostly snorkelled in the Caribbean and Belize. Dynamic and vibrant corals with such interesting fish, little and big. I wandered just a little further than most of the group and saw a Humphead Wrasse that I figured was 4-5 feet high and long. What a thrill. We visited three reef sites on a beautiful calm day. Perfect experience with a knowledgeable and fun crew. Thanks, Calypso crew under Captain Jorg.
10/10 would recommend!
ashwina2026,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with the crew and fellow passengers (about 30 people). Timely start (8:30) and completion (4:30). Good instructions for snorkeling, along with a fun guided tour by the resident marine biologist on the 2nd of the 3 trips. I actually got sea sick and they were prepared with ginger tablets and a strong med (TravaCalm), which saved the trip. Lunch was solid (brownies were the highlight). 10/10 would recommend to check them out and have a great time!
Very Special GBR Experience
Elizabetn64,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day on the Calypso outer reef tour. I am a very nervous swimmer and wasn’t sure I would even get in the water but the staff were amazing. With their help I managed to snorkel each one of the 3 stops on the reef. Very well organised trip with lunch, morning and afternoon tea and all equipment included. A truly amazing experience. Would definitely recommend.
Awesome
Dream02200178019,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best day, best crew, best diving
Come dive with these guys!!
johnwT1653JT,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Great Barrier Reef is an incredible experience whether you choose to snorkel or scuba dive! And Calypso does both so very well! Their team sees to all of the details necessary to make your trip complete! No need to worry about anything other than showing up! They feed you well & ensure that all of the gear fits you perfectly, spend time laying out all of the safe practices so everybody understands & feels safe. COME DIVE WITH THESE GUYS!!
An experience of a life time
Mobile402779,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic day from the warm greeting to welcome us aboard . The crew attended to all our needs. From snorkelling to having a swim and ride in the rib boat ro see the reef . Refreshments delicious and lunch was more than we expected and was of a very high standard for providing food on a boat . The 3 locations the boat took us too certainly did not disappoint.. Well done to the skipper and crew . Definitely a 10 out of 10 from us . Would highly recommend this company and value for money.
Fantastic day on the water!
RobynC L,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience!! The staff was super nice, friendly, and helpful. Three different dive/snorkel spots; lunch; drinks. Professional photographer to take pics above & below the water. Would recommend this experience to everyone!!
Bucket list, check ✅
Michele s,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing! The staff was excellent, we enjoyed this so much and learned a lot about the Great Barrier
Don't miss the Great Barrier Reef
Christopher P,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00No matter what your level of experience with snorkeling or diving, Calypso will make sure you get to see the beautiful Barrier Reef. The staff is ready to help in any way they can, even a really terrible swimmer like me got to experience the snorkeling experience and have a wonderful time. To me, the Great Barrier Reef is definitely a world wonder. Also the tour was just the right length, we got back in plenty of time to have a full evening of fun back in Port Douglas. My only minor complaint is that the food they served for lunch made me nauseous. Maybe, that's not the point of the cruise, but better food would make for a better day.
Snorkeling in maximum comfort and safety
suzyq928970,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Professional, helpful, Kind and encouraging staff helped all 50 of us to snorkel— from the levels of those who could dive to those who hadn’t snorkeled for 40 years. Sting suits were supplied to all, with noodles or life jackets available to use as well. Captain even brought out the glass bottomed dinghy for one family member who couldn’t snorkel on that particular day so they could experience seeing the beautiful reef corals and fish. Very comfortable diving boat with wide multiple stairs for ease of getting in and out of waters plus great lunch and snacks and drinks. Marine biologist on board to give a reef talk. Bring your own towel, dry bag for camera phones - they also have reef- friendly sun block and 1 per person tablet of sea sick pill if it’s a very windy/ choppy day. Great experience at a world heritage site. Great staff making it a good experience for all. One of best trips of Australia.
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