Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

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

Options

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.

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!

Reviews

4.87

2,351 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2183

We had the best time -...
Laura D,
Apr 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had the best time - thank you! The staff were engaging and helpful, the boat and equipment were excellent, lunch was delicious and plentiful. I couldn’t fault anything - would recommend!
I deserve a compensation.
shivangi s,
Apr 28, 2025
- Viator
1.00
Good evening, I took a cruise with Passions of Paradise on 27th April, 2025. I had booked for snorkeling and scuba for 2 people, under the name Shivangi and Khushi. Khushi, my sister, had a few issues with respect to being able to dive effectively and hence couldn't proceed with it. I fully understand your policy of non-refund for scuba once in the water, but due to such circumstances, I had less time for scuba than what was intended. So, what was intended to be a 30 minute dive was only for 10 minutes. I had booked a cruise with Passions of Paradise with a lot of trust because it was a great experience the first time in 2019. If the crew already knew that the time for scuba would be less, it should have been conveyed and the time should have been compensated in the second dive.
Wonderful experience at Great Barrier Reef
Govind T,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We did snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef as a family and it was one of the best experiences of our lives. We were guided by Libby and she ensured that we were comfortable and safe throughout the experience. As a non swimmer I can definitely confirm that the experience was truly rewarding. The staff at Passions of Paradise were incredibly knowledgeable and ensured we had a safe and fun experience. Once again a big thank you to Libby without whose help we would not have had such an amazing time at the reef. We were also lucky to spot a reef shark! We also learnt a lot about the reef and bleaching of the reef through the marine presentation and how the reefs can actually recover after bleaching. Great experience and must try for anyone visiting Cairns!
Wow!!
Cathy K,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
First off, WOW! What an experience! I am a non-swimmer and I was very nervous about snorkeling. I read the reviews from other non-swimmers and decided to give it a try. Everyone put on a wetsuit to protect against jellyfish (there were none) and a floatation waste band. There were 4 of us assigned to our amazing guide, Harry. He belted 2 lifesaver rings together and the 4 of us held onto the rings, our faces in the water and Harry pulled us around the reef. The view was amazing!! We saw coral of many colors, fish of every size and color, starfish in bright blue and green. There was a white tipped shark in the area. No turtles. We snorkeled for about 1 hr and then came in for a delicious lunch and they boated us to another location on the reef. We then were able to snorkel for about another hour. My guide Harry was great, gave us a running commentary on what we were seeing and always checked to make sure we were feeling comfortable. He even dove down to a giant clam, waved his hand over it so we could see it close up! All I can say as a non-swimmer, who is afraid of the water, I had the most amazing time and saw things that I never thought I would or could! HOLY CRAP! I SNORKELED THE GREAT BARRIER REEF!!
Best time!
Jana C,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The crew was amazing. Very attentive and concerned themselves with making sure that you were safe and totally enjoyed the experience.