SeaQuest Day Trips to Outer Barrier Reef
Overview
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8 hours
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Experience an unforgettable snorkelling or diving adventure on a day trip from Cairns, with four magical hours aboard SeaQuest before meeting our liveaboard vessel OceanQuest for seamless transfers.
An introductory diver explores the reef under close supervision, no prior certification required.
A certified diver is trained and licensed to explore the underwater world independently and safely to set depths.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No minimum age / Children 4-14 years
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed by customer for any reason
Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided snorkel tour
Free use of Wetsuits and Stinger suits
Hot fresh water showers
Visit two dive locations
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Free use of Snorkel equipment. Masks, snorkel, fins and flotation devices
4 hours on the outer reef
Free prescription mask (deposit required)
Morning and afternoon tea
Snacks (choc, chips etc)
Alcoholic beverages
What To Expect
Discover the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day trip from Cairns. Begin with a 90-minute boat ride to the outer reef, where you’ll spend up to four hours exploring two exclusive sites selected from Norman, Saxon, and Hastings reefs. Enjoy vibrant corals, turtles, stingrays, giant Maori Wrasse, and colourful reef fish. Onboard, relax in air-conditioned lounges, use hot freshwater showers, and take advantage of provided snorkel gear, wetsuits/lycra suits, and prescription masks. A tropical buffet lunch with hot and cold options is included, along with morning and afternoon tea, tea, coffee, and chilled water. Guided snorkel tours are available. SeaQuest operates as a transfer vessel with pre-booked excursions only, and diving upgrades cannot be guaranteed. At 2:00 PM, the vessel docks alongside OceanQuest for liveaboard transfers before returning to Cairns. Introductory dives suit beginners under professional guidance, while certified dives allow qualified divers more independence and depth.
Options
1 Introductory Dive (Beginner)
Introductory/first time divers: An Introductory diver explores the reef under close supervision, no prior certification required.
2 Certified Dives (Accredited)
Certified scuba diving: A certified diver is trained and licensed to explore the underwater world independently and safely to set depths.
Snorkelling
The reef being just a few meters away from the waters surface, you will be able to explore all these wonders just by floating at the surface.
Reviews
136 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great reef viewing
Mark O,
Apr 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00Excellent staff. This tour takes you to two great locations to snorkel and see the reef. The lunch and morning and afternoon snacks were great also.
Gbr experience
smmpopp,
Feb 13, 2020
- Viator
5.00A great trip with a professional team. My friend snorkeled and I dived/dove. Follow up on transportation would have been helpful
GBR Snorkel Trip - Amazing
Keyur P,
Jul 16, 2018
- Viator
5.00The team was friendly, knowledgeable, and highly professional. They were all great but We spent the most time with Natasha as the snorkeling guide and she was absolutely wonderful- very knowledge, patient, and took the time to point out the easy-to-miss creatures. We saw spectacular fish, squid, sting ray, and even a small shark. We highly recommend this group!
An excellent day out. Boat is new...
Alexandra H,
Dec 23, 2017
- Viator
5.00An excellent day out. Boat is new, they have all the gear you need, great staff, delicious lunch. Highly recommended.
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