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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

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Overview

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8 hours 30 minutes

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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.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Check-in is from 7.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter to check-in. Boat departs 8.00am.

All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In a commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years must have a medical clearance with a physician the confirms they are Fit To Dive. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. This clearance must state your full name, the doctor's name and practice and the clearance to dive for the specific medications/condition. Please review the operators Medical Questionnaire and Terms & Conditions prior to travel.

Children aged and under 12 years (introductory) and 10 years (certified divers) are not permitted to participate in onboard diving activities as per Queensland Australian Law.

Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.

For Certified Diving, evidence of dive certification (PADI, SSI, etc.) is required from all divers day of wishing to participate in a certified dive.

Diving within 24 hours before your flight is not permitted.

Due to comfort, weight and balance of the aircraft, the weight limit for helicopters is 130kg. Please contact the supplier directly for further information.

Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options are available.

If you chose a package with a dive, this includes 1 pre-booked dive only (note: dives are not included with snorkel-only packages). Additional dives can be purchased onboard on the day or direct with the operator prior to travel.

For the intro dive, no experience is needed

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

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 • Admission Not Applicable
2

Great Barrier Reef

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 • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

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)

Personal flotation aids - life jackets and noodles

10-minute Scenic Flight (if selected)

All Fees and Taxes

Glass of wine and a snack on return journey

BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, prawns, steak, salads (Veg, GF, DF & Vegan options)

Use of snorkeling and scuba equipment

Transportation to the meeting point

Options

Cruise, Intro Dive and Heli

Cruise, Dive and Heli Flight: Outer Barrier Reef Cruise including 1 introductory, a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight, and buffet lunch.

Snorkeling Only

5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Free time for snorkeling and swimming. Includes buffet lunch, snorkel gear.

Snorkeling and Heli Flight

5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef including a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight and free time to snorkel

One Introductory Dive

5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Includes 1 introductory dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear.

One Certified Dive

5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 2 sites. Includes 1 certified dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear.

Reviews

4.71

3,748 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great experience on the Great Barrier Reef

    Jacquie P,,Feb 17, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It is an extremely large vessel, but took us to two prime snorkeling locations. The staff was very helpful and the quality of snorkeling gear was very good.

  • Perfectly planned and...

    Nicole K,,Feb 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Perfectly planned and organized trip to the Great Barrier Reef! We felt safe and the crew was friendly and knowledgeable.

  • Excellent tour, well...

    giovana c,,Feb 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Excellent tour, well organised, we got to snorkel in two different reefs, both full of gorgeous fish and corals. Lunch was also delicious with steak, fish, prawns, salad…

  • Great experience. It was...

    Miller E,,Feb 15, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Great experience. It was well organized from beginning to end. Felt very safe the entire trip with an 8 year old!

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  • Fun adventure

    Sharon K,,Feb 14, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    If you want to snorkeling or dive this tour is exactly what you want. The staff was great to work with and very helpful when needed.

  • Great Barrier Reef Excursion

    Margarita E,,Feb 14, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This is an awesome experience. We had a full boat but it never felt full. We never waited for anything. The crew were amazing. So friendly and funny with their Aussie humor.

  • Disappointed

    Kelvin g,,Feb 14, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    The viator booking system is poor. It was difficult to determine the boat I was booked on. The viator ticket is not a boat ticket. You still have to queue at the marina to get your boarding ticket. The directions are terrible. It was difficult to find the cruise desk. The reef experience was very average. Not a lot of marine life and visibility was.poor. crew made you feel like they were managing prisoners where you were a number for the day.. Boat was good and lunch was great. Overall expensive and not worth it.

  • Nice day trip to the Great Barrier Reef

    DrRalf S,,Feb 13, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Worth it and well organized with stinger suit provided, although the snorkeling spots at the reef are not impressive.

  • Highly recommend

    Jeanne P,,Feb 13, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    The staff were excellent, the food was delicious, the boat was clean and spacious. And, of course, snorkeling at the reef was incredible

  • Cruise and dive

    Connector58931838457,,Feb 13, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Everything was faultless. The weather was perfect, captain and crew were super friendly and professional, food was yummy, the boat very smooth and of course the snorkelling experience on the reef was everything we hoped for.

From A$265.00

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