Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
Overview
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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‘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
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.
Options
Reef Tour Family Deal
2 Adults, 2 Children (4-15yrs)
Reef Tour
Reviews
815 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Moore Reef experience
Pauline H,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We had to wait too long in the hot sun with no shade to get on the boat. The journey was good and not too bumpy on the lowest deck. The snorkelling experience was very good but limited space to leave our things. The lunch was good. The glass bottom boat was excellent. Unfortunately the semi submersible was broken which was a shame.
Was very disappointed my...
Margaret H,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Was very disappointed my niece was visiting from uk and I so wanted for her to see the the reef in the submarine. That wasn’t possible so never again.
Great company highly recommended.
Damian R,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took my family on two full day tours with Sunlover . One to Fitzroy Island and one to Moore reef pontoon. Couldn't fault sunlover on either tours . Staff are fantastic. Lunch was plentiful and nice on both tours. Great snorkelling at both . The pontoon was fantastic. It has a water slide, semi submersible, and glass bottom boat. I recommend bringing reef shoes to Fitzroy Island as it's a coral beach.
Blissful day with a bit of everything for everyone
Stay14085362368,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simply brilliant day! The water on the reef was crystal clear and it’s perfect for a taste of what the GBR has to offer. We saw giant clams-amazing- a turtle, many fish and coral species. My older mum enjoyed the glass bottom boat and submersible tour. The staff and safety conservations are run superbly. Excellent lunch with salads, meat, fish, prawns, bread and fruit. Had fun walking to nudey beach on Fitzroy island.
Sun Lover Outer Reef tour
Dee T,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best fun!! Loved the snorkelling & the water slide. Lost count how many times my 5yo went down it. Awesome & friendly staff elevated the experience. So many things to do at no extra cost (glass bottom boat / semi submersible sub) made it very worthwhile. We also paid extra for a helicopter flight over the reef. It was sublime. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Am amazing day out at the reef
Reuben J,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An excellent day out. The time just flew by with snorkelling, lunch and a trip on the semi submersible. There was so much to see just snorkeling off the pontoon. A shout out to Chelsea! She helped us out getting our pram around during the busier moments of the day (getting on/off the boat at the pontoon). This made things much less stressful on a busy day with a young family which meant that everything was perfect for us.
An amazing day out exploring the reef!
787reubenj,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent day out. The time just flew by with snorkelling, lunch and a trip on the semi submersible. There was so much to see just snorkeling off the pontoon. A shout out to Chelsea! She helped us out getting our pram around during the busier moments of the day (getting on/off the boat at the pontoon). This made things much less stressful on a busy day with a young family which meant that everything was perfect for us.
What a wonderful day,...
Beverley D,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful day, boating out to the pontoon. The reef is full of life and found puffer fish, a turtle and many colourful fish.
Great experience !! Staff...
Kaden M,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience !! Staff was very helpful, food was good and snorkeling amazing. Fun even for non- swimmers.
Would book again!
Julie C,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really fun day! Excellent energy and hospitality from the crew and lots of different activities to choose from. The pontoon allows for everyone to spread out. We scored with the weather and saw so many fish.
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