Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran
Overview
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9 hours
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Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef. The 80-foot catamaran sails from Cairns to two unique locations where you can choose to dive or snorkel with colorful fish, turtles and an amazing array of coral. With a choice of 27 outer Great Barrier Reef destinations your friendly crew can select the location best suited to the weather offering you the best possible Great Barrier Reef experience on a luxury purpose built catamaran!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please bring swim wear, towels, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat!
Check in will commence at 7.00am at the Reef Fleet Terminal and closes at 7:45am for an 8am departure
Please note: prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression. Please contact us directly to discuss your suitability for diving.
The minimum age for scuba diving in Queensland is 12 years
Scuba Diving in Queensland; prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
Scuba divers must allow 18 hours between their last dive and a flight. You cannot participate in scuba diving if you plan to travel by air within 24 hours of your trip. This includes participating in sky diving activities.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Great Barrier Reef
Passions of Paradise have access to over 26 destinations on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Each day you will visit 2 of these locations chosen for their suitability to the weather conditions. Snorkel or dive with our experienced crew and view an underwater world teeming with marine life and spectacular coral reefs.
What‘s Included
Complimentary Snorkel tour, tuition, and marine naturalist presentation
Winter Wet Suits/Summer Sun Suits/Prescription Masks/Snorkeling Equipment Available
Visit two exclusive Outer Reef locations for snorkeling and exploration
Cruise aboard a stylish, modern high-speed catamaran
All marine park fees and levies
Indulge in a hot and cold chef-prepared buffet lunch onboard
Enjoy tea/coffee on arrival, plus light snacks served during the day
Soft drinks and alcohol available at the bar (cash and credit cards accepted)
Return transfers; Cairns City $25p/p. Cairns Northern Beaches $40p/p - Must be booked in advance
Carbon offset - Offset your carbon foot print for only $1p/p
Options
Cruise and Snorkel
Snorkel: Includes all snorkeling equipment and guided snorkel tour. No experience Required!
One Certified Dive
One Certified Dive: Includes one certified dive
Certification Required : Proof of scuba diving certification is required prior to undertaking the experience
One Introductory Dive
One Introductory Dive (12yrs+): One introductory dive - minimum age 12.
MEDICAL RESTRICTIONS: Prescription medication & certain medical conditions will preclude you from scuba diving without a Queensland Dive Medical.
Reviews
2,612 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
GBR Was Fantastic
Michael C,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice tour out to two snorkel/dive locations. Comfortable inside and out of the vessel. Nice plentiful buffet lunch. If Simon is on your boat, tag along with him to snorkel.
Great snorkel experience.
Leon K,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat hosts about 85 guests who all travel to the two dive/snorkel spots. The crew are friendly and we can highly recommend the guided eco snorkel tour with Leia. All in all a great experience.
Amazing experience
Matthew M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day on the reef. The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and seemed truly committed to ensuring a safe and fun excursion. We were traveling with our 8-year-old daughters and the crew engaged very well with them. Highly highly recommend this company!
Amazing experience, worth every penny
eleanorwL8239YS,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful beyond words! The fruit breakfast and lunch were delicious, the staff were so kind and friendly and welcoming, and made me feel super safe for the introductory scuba dive! One of the coolest things I have ever done, cannot reccomend enough!
A must do experience
DayTrip627935,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing day. A great crew made me feel safe at all times. Equipment was clean and good standard. Instruction was clear and thorough. Was very nervous snorkling bit the great guide Andi supported me and had a about an hour sesdion in the end. Great lunch snd refreshments through the day. Boat wss spotless and plenty of room
Incredible day on the Great Barrier Reef!
cdmckitrick1,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! What an outstanding experience, that surpassed our expectations! The crew was helpful, knowledgeable and fun! The food was delicious! Aliya did a fabulous job sharing about the reef and the wild life. We had an amazing time snorkelling, and saw incredible coral, fish, a turtle and a shark. These people truly love what they do and care about people and the environment. Highly recommend!
Couldn’t recommend more!
U384RLrachela,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The most incredible day! We visited 2 parts of the reef and saw beautiful fish & coral at both sites. The team on board were really friendly and welcoming. They were especially helpful on the return journey when the water got a bit rough & people were feeling nauseous (sit outside at the back, bottom deck & buy some of their nausea meds to take before you depart to and from the reef!). They’re one of the few remaining family owned businesses and really care about the reef. Lea’s talk about the reef and conservation work they do was excellent.
Excellent and eco conscious
Lincoln M,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They took excellent care of people who have never snorkeled before by having them towed around by one of their divers. All my wife had to do was hold onto the flotation device and stick her head in the water and watch an amazing underwater show! Joss towed us around.....it was the highlight of our Aussie vacation!
Not a catamaran like the picture
MontanaCole,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The vessel was spacious and accommodating a large number of passengers. Too many in my opinion. As a solo traveler who was physically fit, I was paired with an older gentleman. Unfortunately, I had to reluctantly part ways with him. He was unable to stay out for any period of time and twice they got on me for not staying with him to return to the boat.
reefdivung
tompmurray,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00excellent service very friendly top rate dive experience
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