Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas
Overview
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8 hours
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Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef from Port Douglas. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition, try scuba diving, view the coral and marine life on a semi-submersible submarine, and enjoy a tasty buffet lunch.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Minimum age for all diving activities is 12 years, the maximum age is 70 years
Coach transfers are not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Quicksilver Cruises
Departing from Port Douglas, your 90-minute high speed catamaran takes you directly to Agincourt Reef. The permanent pontoon moored here provides a sheltered base. During the trip a snorkeling demonstration will get you ready for your adventure, and the staff will take you through your options for the day.
Agincourt Reef
You'll have around 3.5 hours to enjoy the reef at your leisure. Grab a snorkel and fins and hit the water on your own, or join an optional guided snorkeling tour with a qualified marine biologist. Snorkeling is a great way to explore the Great Barrier Reef, and there are friendly staff on hand to show you how. Prefer to stay dry? You can explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible submarine. You'll take a leisurely cruise through colorful coral gardens, giving you a snorkeler's view of the marine life without getting wet. For a little more adventure, why not try an introductory scuba dive. or a unique Ocean Walker Helmet Dive - no diving experience necessary. We recommend you book this reef trip on your first full available day. You then have the opportunity to be flexible and change your travel date if you wish. Your booking can be changed at no additional cost directly with the operator once you are in Cairns.
What‘s Included
Buffet lunch
Use of lycra suit and buoyancy vests
Informative talk by marine biologist
Semi-submarine reef discovery tour with commentary
Use of snorkeling equipment
Environmental Management Charge
Underwater observatory
Morning and afternoon tea
Drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Christmas Day (25th December) a $20 surcharge applies to each travelling passenger.
Options
Full Day Cruise
Full Day Reef Cruise : 3.5 hrs of snorkeling, swimming or coral-viewing tour on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Includes buffet lunch, snorkel gear
Reviews
792 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best experience!
B7133LSkatiec,,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everyone we encountered on this excursion was absolutely wonderful. Truly the most amazing experience and everyone was so helpful and knowledgeable. My father was so anxious about snorkeling and Scotty put him at ease and was so patient with him helping me put on his mask and getting him comfortable in the water. Flick was wonderful answering our questions and Seb was so wonderful to talk with and so knowledgeable. We had the best time and this has been the highlight of our trip to Australia!
Amazing Reef
Fiona M,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience snorkelling over so many beautiful kinds of coral and fish. Was supplied with very good equipment.
Great Barrier Reef - must see
Meena s,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The lifeguards, staff and everyone in quicksilver cruise were professional and well organized. It was a big group and everything went well. The helicopter ride would have given a overall better experience of the massiveness of great barrier Reef. ( we did not do that). The submarine was great to see all the corals up close. We did snorkel in a small area close the pontoon boat and it was Ok.Did not see many fish..
Great reef experience for all
Allan R,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great for swimmers and non-swimmers. Submersible had good views of reef and good commentary. Snorkeling was within a corded off area. Watclaws. very nice temperature for snorkeling with some spectacular coral and fish viewing, including some colorful giant clams.
A must-see in Port Douglas
R B,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an experience it is definitely worth so many corals and colorful fish in big and small both snorkeling and diving. Perfect organization and supply there is nothing missing. Many thanks to the Divemaster Gordo who made our experience a very special day. We felt very comfortable
Great way to see the Barrier Reef
karenmH4124UB,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fabulous time on this trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Boat is lovely, crew were fantastic and felt very safe. The submerged vessel is good and we also did the helicopter ride which was amazing. The buffet lunch was excellent .
This is a Definite!
Debbie S,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Quicksilver was an over the top snorkeling experience. We’ve been on many snorkeling trips and have never had the ease getting in and out of the water. Saw so much coral and so many fish. The crew were energetic, helpful and knowledgeable. Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef was a Bucket List check off for me and I couldn’t be more delighted. Lunch was so so.
Clouded
Twintrowers,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Overall ok but the older guy handing out the suits was rude. It was a scramble and he threw me an XXL suit. When I tried it on the crotch was halfway down to my knees and very baggy. I politely asked if it could be exchanged for a medium (I'm size 12). He ranted loudly about how he does this all the time and once I have tried on a suit (over togs) it couldn't be returned and how the next size down would be too small. I was mortified and embarrased. I explained that it was very very baggy. He threw me a size small suit (there were mediums there) and said that won't fit and you can't return it. Well, it did so I didn't need to return it but it really ruined the whole atmophere of the day. It's alot of money for a day we were so looking forward to to be body shamed - Im not even going to say unnecessarily because it shouldn't happen to anyone! I understand he was busy and to be fair it is a bit of a production line but he should probably be doing a course in hospitality/tourism and manners.
Great Barrier
Susan M,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a can’t miss experience! We enjoyed the staff immensely their attention to details was great! This was the best snorkeling! Alana also helped us out after tour as we had a flat tire. Can’t say enough great things about today’s tour!
The staff was excellent...
Timothy S,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff was excellent and the boat was very clean. Winds and the sea were calm on the day we went out so it was a nice trip to the reef. We’ve snorkeled at other places on the reef and were hoping for more sea life variety but it could been the day we went.
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