Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran
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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‘s Included
A marine naturalist presentation
Hot and cold chef prepared buffet lunch
Winter Wet Suits or Summer Sun Suits
A stylish fast modern catamaran visiting two exclusive outer reef locations
Prescription Masks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Tea/coffee on arrival
Complimentary Snorkel tour and tuition
All marine park fees and levies
Afternoon tea
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
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.
Options
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.
One Certified Dive
One Certified Dive: Includes one certified dive
Certification Required : Proof of scuba diving certification is required prior to undertaking the experience
Cruise and Snorkel
Snorkel: Includes all snorkeling equipment and guided snorkel tour. No experience Required!
Eco Discovery Snorkel Tour
Eco Discovery Snorkel Tour: Guided snorkel tour with Marine Biologist to discover the Coral Nurture Program and Eye on the Reef Research.
Reviews
2,400 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Great Barrier Reef at Its Finest!
Lucas M,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an excellent experience! The boat was clean and the staff was friendly and very helpful. There were about 50 people on our boat so it wasn’t overcrowded. We did a total of 3 hrs of diving in two spots. The water was crystal clean and there was no other boat around us so our group had plenty of freedom to roam. The staff were very knowledgeable about the wildlife as well. The lunch in between was top notch. Not your normal pre wrapped sandwich packed lunch.
very comfortable ride,...
Bharathi R,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00very comfortable ride, beautiful reef and amazing crew. the food was brilliant. so many options for vegans, great salads.
We had a great time. We...
AnneM H,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time. We did the eco-tour, and our guide, Renée, taught us a lot. Snorkeling with her was a guided tour of the fishes and corrals. She pointed out things we wouldnt have seen on our own. It was very interesting to learn about the conservation work and the success of it. The boat was comfortable and the staff was attentive and helpful.
Absolutely fantastic day....
Emma R,
Jun 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic day. The staff are all super friendly. The food was amazing. It was our first time snorkeling and the staff took safety very seriously. I felt supported the whole time. An experience of a life time.
Amazing! terrific!! Incredible!
Emma W,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00The BEST experience in Cairns!!! My husband and I came for our honeymoon and seeing the Great Barrier Reef was a must!! This company is the bees knees!! They were so professional and definitely made you feel comfortable with the activity you want to do. My husband and I decided onboard to add the intro to scuba diving. We were given all the necessary steps and started out strong but we couldn’t equalize and had to get out before actually swimming around. They have you do a pretty specific training before just letting you free. Since my husband and I didn’t get the full experience they did offer to let us try again, but we declined. I was honestly proud of myself for getting as far as I did. Along with the terrific staff, you get amazing food, hot drinks, a nice little biology lesson (it’s not boring), and the nice boat ride to the reef and back. It is a long day but totally worth it!! Can’t miss this experience while you’re in town!!
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