Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
Overview
Available languages
7 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
A maximum of 36 people.
Guided Snorkel Tours.
Glass Bottom Boat.
Optical Masks Included.
Free Facebook Photos (Posted daily).
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Introductory Divers note, Some medical conditions, medications and recent operations can and may prevent you from Scuba Diving. You may require a Dive Medical to Australian Medical Standard AS4005-1.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Buoyancy vest and noodle
Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Buffet lunch
Island access to world famous Michaelmas Cay
Guided snorkel Tour at Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Reef
Morning & afternoon tea
Wet-suit or stinger-suit (seasonal)
Mask, Snorkel and Fins
Return Bus transfer - Cairns City Area or Northern Beaches and Outer Cairns City Area
Cold drinks and snacks
Introductory Diving and Certified Diving available as optional Extra
What To Expect
Seastar Cruises Reef Day Trips
Check in at 7.30 am at Cairns Marlin Marina, E finger directly on board Seastar.
Michaelmas Cay
Located 22 nautical miles (40 km) from Cairns, the same as the distance across the English Channel, and close to the outer reef systems, Michaelmas Cay is the largest of the uninhabited coral cays in the Cairns region; in fact it is huge in comparison. Seastar is the first vessel to arrive at Michaelmas Cay. Very few tour vessels are now permitted access to this sensitive island and now there are only two which travel daily that are permitted the right to use and access the Cay.
Options
Snorkel Only
Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour includes luxury catamaran cruise all equipment and two guided snorkel tours
Reviews
906 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Great Day Snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef
Christine P,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00A comfortable and scenic boat ride out to 2 snorkeling locations. A delicious lunch. The crew were careful in making sure we all had a great and safe experience. A special thanks to Andrea for helping me have a wonderful snorkeling experience!
Amazing snorkeling, diving and fantastic captain and crew! Loved it
Cameron K,
Jun 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an incredible day out! The captain and crew absolutely phenomenal! I went diving for the first time on two introductory dives with Courtney, who was absolutely an incredible teacher. Lunch was delicious as well. Can't recommend this trip more highly. Had lots of time to snorkel, and the places they took us to were filled with thousands of fish. If you want the ultimate GBR snorkeling (and maybe diving experience) this is it!
Amazing staff!
Katrina M,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great day out! Saw lots and they looked after those with sea sickness well! Highly recommend if you want a small tour group.
Highly recommend
NICKOLAS F,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Crew were very professional, friendly and attentive. Snorkeling was fabulous and food was good. Definitely recommend this tour.
An Exceptional Experience!
Alain L,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an absolutely amazing day out with Seastar Cruises in Cairns. From start to finish, the crew were fantastic — super friendly, professional, and really knowledgeable about the reef. You could tell they loved what they do, and it made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Everything was really well organized, and we felt totally safe and looked after the entire time. The snorkeling spots were incredible, and having a guide in the water made it even better — we saw so much marine life! The food on board was tasty and hit the spot after a morning in the water. There was plenty of it, and the service was great. Big thanks to the Seastar team for such a fun and memorable day. Highly recommended if you’re in Cairns and want to explore the reef the right way!
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