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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Overview
Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a 35 meter superyacht in Cairns and set sail for the open sea. Reach the Barrier Reef and explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel or dive for a closer look. Travel to 2 different locations on the reef to see more of this special place
- Lunch on board the boat is included in the ticket price of this 5 hour tour
- Learn about the marine life you encounter from the knowledgeable and friendly crew
- Full training and safety instructions are given on every trip
- Hire of the snorkeling, diving and safety gear is included in the tour price
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What's Included
BBQ lunch prepared onboard with fresh fish, prawns, steak, salads (Veg, GF, DF & Vegan options)
Cruise onboard the fastest, most luxurious superyacht
5 hours reef time at 2 spectacular outer reef locations
Use of Scuba equipment
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Up to 3 Introductory or Certified Scuba Dives (if selected)
Free lycra/stinger suit hire
Glass of wine and a snack on return journey
10-minute Scenic Flight (if selected)
Relax in comfort in spacious air-conditioned modern lounges and stylish upper deck
All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation
Departure & Return
1 Spence St , 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
This activity will end right where it started.Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
8:00 AM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Check-in is from 7.15am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Please make your way to the Down Under Cruise and Dive counter to check-in. Boat departs 8.00am sharp.
- All divers are required to complete a Medical Questionnaire. In our commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years (or 45 years for PADI dive courses) must have a medical clearance with a physician the confirms they are Fit To Dive. This can be provided by your own GP before you leave for your holiday. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and/or prescription medication may prevent some people from diving.
- Children aged and under 12 years (introductory) and 10 years (certified divers) are not permitted to participate in onboard diving activities as per Queensland Australian Law.
- Children under the age of 18 must be in the immediate company of a parent or legal guardian.
- For Certified Diving, evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive.
- Diving within 24 hours before your flight is not permitted.
- Due to comfort, weight and balance of the aircraft, the weight limit for helicopters is 130kg. Please contact the supplier directly for further information.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Special dietary requirements must be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to travel directly with the tour operator. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options are available.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 124 travelers
- OPERATED BY Down Under Dive
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns?
A:The policies on social distancing are:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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- "If you are doing a introductory dive you are not allowed to bring a camera with you." See review
- "Don't make the mistake of forgetting to take seasickness medication!!" See review
- "You are NOT allowed to scuba dive if have epilepsy, Diabetes, or a Seizure Disorder." See review
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A beautiful day
Greta_F
, Jun 2022
Great day out with very friendly staff
Mick_D
, Jun 2022
Amazing experience
Nelly_N
, Jun 2022
Bloody brilliant! Loved the experience.
Kathryn_M
, Jun 2022
Magical and fun
Helen_C
, Jun 2022
Epic day on the reef!
Sean_H
, Jun 2022
We had a fantastic day out on the reef.
The yacht is super spacious for the amount of people that it carries and there are plenty of outside areas that you can sit in during the journey.
The team are also all super helpful and friendly.
We are qualified divers but we just did snorkelling and I managed to see reef sharks, turtles and plenty of sea life free diving.
We also did the chopper ride which I would 100% recommend, stunning!
Would recommend this for a great day out when in Cairns.
Very nice crew taking...
MingYee_O
, Jun 2022
One to one guided tours...
NIRUPAMA_J
, Jun 2022
One to one guided tours through great barrier reef for people who don't know how to swim and have a fear of going in ocean. That was soo helpful . Trip was overall very well organised, lunch was good, everyone was friendly and helpful. The submarine tour was too good
1 traveler found this review helpful
Fantastic experience including the food as well as helpful crew members
Tanaya_K
, Jun 2022
Breathtaking
Elizabeth_G
, Jun 2022
Great amazing fantastic...
Jaclyn_R
, May 2022
Best Tour
Trisha_A
, May 2022
Amazing
Orlando_D
, May 2022
Unforgettable, best boat trip!
Cheryl_B
, May 2022
Brilliant day
Jane_C
, May 2022
Very well organised. Staff were brilliant. The barrier reef was stunning. We were brought to two different locations and saw some gorgeous coral and fish. Got lunch after our first stop. Food was also lovely. There was an underwater camera and photos were available at the end of the day. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend.
Under water world experience
Lakshmi_B
, May 2022
Amazing crew, very supportive... the experience with snorkelling was amazing....felt as if we were in another world....the heli view of the coral reef was awesome....we enjoyed thoroughly.... thanks to the team to make our day memorable and it was special to us as it was our daughter's 14th birthday 😊...we will always cherish these memories.
we could not take up the scuba diving as we were travelling on the same night. To our surprise the refund was also initiated by the team which I was not expecting!!!! Thanks again. 😊
The reefs were amazing...
Jack_E
, May 2022
Best day, great cruise high quality
John_D
, May 2022
Great experience!
Mitchell_E
, May 2022
The most memorable part for myself was the seeing the reef with my amazing girlfriend.
They could have taken less people, as we bumped into people a lot. 100+ people is not ideal for seeing the reef. Scared a lot of fish I think
Response from Host , May 2022
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