Reef Experience Great Barrier Reef Tours Cairns

Reef Experience departure times

Prices

  • Adult (12+): RRP $225 AUD 225 per person (Between 01 Apr 2023 and 31 Mar 2024)
  • Child (4-11 years): AUD 145 per person (Between 01 Apr 2023 and 31 Mar 2024)
  • Family (2 Adults + 2 Children): RRP $595 AUD  (Between 01 Jan 2024 and 31, 2024)
  • Infant (0-3 years): Free (Between April 1, 2023 and March 31, 2024)

About Reef Experience

Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with Reef Experience Cairns! Dive into adventure on our all-inclusive day trip, where you’ll snorkel, scuba dive, and explore two pristine Outer Reef locations. With expert guides, complimentary transfers, and delicious meals included, it’s the ultimate reef experience for everyone!  We’re proud to be a locally family-owned and operated business dedicated to providing you with the best experiences in Australia.

Experience the Ultimate Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Reef Experience, Cairns’ only all-inclusive Outer Reef day trip! Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef and discover its mesmerising beauty. There’s something for everyone aboard, with options for scuba diving, snorkelling, and swimming!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with the Reef Experience!

Highlights

Highlights Include

  • One free introductory or certified scuba dive is included
  • Explore two pristine Outer Reef locations
  • Enjoy a glass bottom boat tour and marine biology presentation
  • Up to 6 hours of sun-soaked adventure
  • Fresh breakfast, BBQ lunch, and delicious fruit platters included
  • Marine biologist presentation

Itinerary

  • 07:30 – Board Reef Experience boat at the Cairns Marina ‘A-Finger’ for check-in
  • 08:00 – Approximate departure and Safety Talk with snorkel briefing
  • 08:30 – Marine Biology presentation,
  • 09:00  – Scuba diving briefing
  • 09:30 – Arrive at our first spectacular reef site, snorkel and scuba diving.
  • 10:30 – Glass Bottom Boat tour (approximately 20-minute tour)
  • 12:30 – Lunch
  • 13:00 – Cruise to our second location to explore forests of coral, large sea fans and black coral trees in its shallow lagoons
  • 15:00 – Depart the Great Barrier Reef
  • 15:30 – Glass of wine, tropical fruits, cheese and biscuits
  • 16:30 – Arrive back in Cairns

Included

Reef Experience Includes

  • One free introductory or certified scuba dive is included
  • Explore two pristine Outer Reef locations
  • Enjoy a glass bottom boat tour and marine biology presentation
  • Up to 6 hours of sun-soaked adventure
  • Fresh breakfast, BBQ lunch, and delicious fruit platters included
  • Marine biologist presentation
  • guided snorkel tour
  • complimentary glass of wine with cheese and tropical fruits on the return journey
  • Complimentary transfers from Cairns accommodation

Optional Extras

  • Underwater Digital Camera Hire
  • Snack Bar Purchases: Soft drinks, chocolate, chips, alcohol etc.
  • Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour of the reef: Snorkel with an experienced Marine Biologist and learn about the marine life you see on an educational and interactive tour
  • Great Barrier Reef souvenirs – T-shirts, hats etc
  • Dive Guides for already qualified ‘Certified’ scuba divers (dive guides included for beginner divers)
  • Prescription Mask Hire if you require stronger lenses to see (contact lenses can be worn in most circumstances)
  • Bus transfers from accommodation outside of the Cairns Business Area
  • Second Scuba Dive at our beautiful afternoon reef location

What to bring

  • Cash and/or credit card for purchases
  • Swimming Clothes
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Proof of qualification if you’re a Certified Diver

This is a barefoot tour. Once onboard, no one wears shoes.

How to get there

Reef Experience departs from
Cairns Marina: ‘A-Finger’ View map to Cairns Marlin Marina

Boarding commences at 7:30 am for check-in directly on the vessel ‘Reef Experience.’

Arrive back at Cairns Marina at approximately 4:30 pm

Where Can I Park?

Several parking stations throughout Cairns are within walking distance of the Marina.  Click here to see where

Important Information

Scuba diving Information

We have a passion for showing you Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, so please make sure you understand the scuba diving laws.

Queensland, Australia, has some of the strictest scuba diving rules globally and the safest scuba diving record. We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.

To avoid disappointment on your day of travel, we strongly recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking as some medical conditions, age and/or medications may prevent you from scuba diving. It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
Reef Experience Medical Questionnaire

We are happy to help you with any questions you may have.
Please get in touch with our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us.

Alternatively, you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms ‘AS.4005.1

Flying after Scuba Diving

It would be best if you did not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive for a single no decompression scuba dive.  For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after your dive.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.

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