Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
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8 hours
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Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish.
Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass bottom boat tours, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation, an enclosed ocean pool for kids and buffet lunch.
The pontoon also features an upper sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. This is where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef!
Dial up the adventure and add on optional extras like include Introductory or Certified diving, Seawalker Helmet dive, Guided Snorkel Tour or even a Scenic helicopter flight.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 12 years for SCUBA diving and Seawalker Helmet dive
Please ensure you bring your dive certification for Certified SCUBA dives
All dives are subject to an on board medical checklist, please contact us for more information.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Great Barrier Reef
Sunlover's pontoon at Moore Reef on the Outer Great Barrier Reef is teeming with colourful coral and abundant marine life in every colour of the rainbow.
What‘s Included
Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
Underwater observatory and ocean enclosed pool
Great Barrier Reef and fish feeding presentations by our marine experts
Glass bottom boat tour
Snorkeling equipment
Sunlover waterslide and spacious sun deck
Fresh water showers and change rooms
While the vessel is stationary
Buffet. Please advise of any Nut or Seafood Allergies (separate meal prepared)
Additional cost: Wetsuit and prescription snorkel mask
Additional cost: food & drink from the bar
Additional cost: Guided Snorkel Tour, Intro or Certified Diving, Seawalker Helmet Dive, Heli Filghts
Additional cost: professional photos or camera hire
Additional cost: Secure lockers
Additional Cost: Hotel Transfers can be added directly with Sunlover
Options
Reef Tour Family Deal
2 Adults, 2 Children (4-15yrs)
Reef Tour
Reviews
839 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Barrier Reef tour is GREAT
Oracle2345,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A Fantastic experience. Jonathan was very helpful guide. The Great Barrier Reef is really awesome to see. They are patient and nice. They are friendly and the food on boat is great. All in all : Dont miss it Krishna
Great Tour Barrier Reef
John W,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guides and tour. Lots of options to snorkel, dive and glass bottom boat to see the Great Barrier Reef. Lunch was quite varied also.
Overall, the experience...
Divya h,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Overall, the experience was good, but we were disappointed that submarine was not in a working condition
Great Activities
318nd,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We were lucky with the weather as the crossing was smooth which isn’t always the case. The pontoon is extremely busy and not particularly relaxing. However, if you book activities and/or snorkel, this won’t bother you. I recommend the guided snorkel.
Cool temp.inside,helpful...
deborah h,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cool temp.inside,helpful staff, lunch,4 hours total snorkeling,glass bottom boat and semisubmersible
Better than expected! Marvelous.
Cleopatra C,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a most wonderful experience which I highly recommend. The crew did EVERYTHING possible for everybody on the tour to enjoy the reef. Between snorkeling, glass bottom boat, semi submersible, helicopter ride - everything was so easy to get into. A special shout to Mark who helped me snorkel around the reef where I saw amazing creatures. We were lucky with the weather, Thank you Sunlovers Tour Cairns! Highly recommended.
Great day out
Peter R,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Wonderful day out. It was a well run operation. Crew were efficient and knowledgeable. A big thank you to Iris who was patient with me on the introduction to scuba diving which was memorable. Can definitely recommend.
Excellent crew, especially Ted
Jai A,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the "Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience" and absolutely loved it! The crew was so helpful and kind. I was nervous about snorkeling, but they had a general intro to snorkeling video that was helpful and the lifeguards answered individual questions. Ted, the marine biologist on crew, is a wealth of fascinating information. He gave a short marine biology talk for everyone. When my husband and I asked him questions later on, he spent another 20 minutes with us, sharing information about the reef. If he's on your ship, definitely take the time to chat with him. The company offers many different activities during your 4 hours at sea -- glass bottom boat, submersible, snorkeling -- included in the price. (If you want to go scuba diving or take a helicopter ride, it's more.) The variety of options means people with different levels of comfort in the ocean can all enjoy and stay busy.
Great crew (especially Ted), lots of options at sea
anerip2026,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the "Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience" and absolutely loved it! The crew was so helpful and kind. I was nervous about snorkeling, but they had a general intro to snorkeling video that was helpful and the lifeguards answered individual questions. Ted, the marine biologist on crew, is a wealth of fascinating information. He gave a short marine biology talk for everyone. When my husband and I asked him questions later on, he spent another 20 minutes with us, sharing information about the reef. If he's on your ship, definitely take the time to chat with him. The company offers many different activities during your 4 hours at sea -- glass bottom boat, submersible, snorkeling -- included in the price. (If you want to go scuba diving or take a helicopter ride, it's more.) The variety of options means people with different levels of comfort in the ocean can all enjoy and stay busy.
Go Fish !!!
Jimmy Y,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a great day. Sunlover offers a product with tremendous value, a good lunch, snorkelling, a semi-submersible boat, and a glass bottom boat to see the reef. Unfortunately, that's it. The reef was nice to see but I was expecting A LOT more fish. Maybe it was just me? If it is me, then, that's OK. If you are expecting a lot more fish while snorkeling, the day fell a bit short to ME. For families, this is a great day out. My main goal was to snorkel and see lots of fish. Afterall, we're in the Pacific Ocean!!! I guess Hawaii spoiled me 35 years ago.
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