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Slide 1 of 11, Cruise ship anchored at Great Barrier Reef with clear blue waters.

Port Douglas to Great Barrier Reef Cruise with Guided Snorkel and Lunch

4 hrs

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Spend a day on a catamaran visiting three outer reef sites, with a local team leading water time so families and mixed-age groups feel at ease.
Start your day at sea by stepping aboard a luxury catamaran, meeting your professional local guide, and enjoying morning tea as you head to the reef.
Follow your guide on a snorkel tour over the reef with equipment and lycra suits included, then learn more during an interpretive reef talk onboard.
Enjoy morning and afternoon tea plus a buffet lunch onboard, with relaxed breaks between snorkels and your environmental management charge included.
Upgrade your day by adding a scuba dive to your reef visit, with options that cater to first-time and certified divers when you select tickets.

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Spend a day on a catamaran visiting three outer reef sites, with a local team leading water time so families and mixed-age groups feel at ease.
Start your day at sea by stepping aboard a luxury catamaran, meeting your professional local guide, and enjoying morning tea as you head to the reef.
Follow your guide on a snorkel tour over the reef with equipment and lycra suits included, then learn more during an interpretive reef talk onboard.
Enjoy morning and afternoon tea plus a buffet lunch onboard, with relaxed breaks between snorkels and your environmental management charge included.
Upgrade your day by adding a scuba dive to your reef visit, with options that cater to first-time and certified divers when you select tickets.

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AU$319

Slide 1 of 8, Sailing boat on the ocean during Cairns to Great Barrier Reef and Green Island cruise.

Cairns to Green Island and Outer Reef Sailing Cruise with Guided Snorkel and Lunch

9 hrs

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Sail on a small-group cruise with early access to Upolu Cay and the Wonder Wall, ensuring a personalized marine adventure each moment.
Enjoy guided snorkel tours led by marine experts with a high crew-to-guest ratio, delivering safety and unforgettable insights throughout the journey.
Relish a premium buffet lunch onboard featuring smoked salmon, prawns, and more—perfectly complementing your immersive reef exploration.
Capture early, exclusive access to pristine reef sites with a glass-bottom boat option for non-swimmers, ensuring every guest gets an extraordinary view.

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Sail on a small-group cruise with early access to Upolu Cay and the Wonder Wall, ensuring a personalized marine adventure each moment.
Enjoy guided snorkel tours led by marine experts with a high crew-to-guest ratio, delivering safety and unforgettable insights throughout the journey.
Relish a premium buffet lunch onboard featuring smoked salmon, prawns, and more—perfectly complementing your immersive reef exploration.
Capture early, exclusive access to pristine reef sites with a glass-bottom boat option for non-swimmers, ensuring every guest gets an extraordinary view.

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AU$289

Slide 1 of 12, Cruise ship with snorkelers near Great Barrier Reef, Australia.

Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Full Day Cruise with Scenic Heli-Flight and Lunch

8 hrs 30 mins

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Set sail on an elite reef expedition aboard a luxurious 35‑metre superyacht that combines expansive decks, elegant comfort, and high‑end service.
Enjoy guided water activities at two handpicked reef sites, then fly above the reef on a thrilling 10‑minute heli-flight with panoramic views.
Indulge in a gourmet BBQ buffet with complimentary wine, ensuring an all‑inclusive dining experience that perfectly complements the luxury setting.

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Set sail on an elite reef expedition aboard a luxurious 35‑metre superyacht that combines expansive decks, elegant comfort, and high‑end service.
Enjoy guided water activities at two handpicked reef sites, then fly above the reef on a thrilling 10‑minute heli-flight with panoramic views.
Indulge in a gourmet BBQ buffet with complimentary wine, ensuring an all‑inclusive dining experience that perfectly complements the luxury setting.

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AU$440

Slide 1 of 8, Clownfish swimming among coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns.

From Cairns: Snorkel Cruise to 2 Outer Reefs with Lunch & Optional Dive

8 hrs 15 mins - 8 hrs 30 mins

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Visit two of the premium outer Great Barrier Reef sites.
Take your pick from snorkelling, introductory diving, or certified scuba diving while visiting two premium outer Great Barrier Reef locations
Explore a thriving underwater world as you snorkel in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef.
Get a chance to see anemones, clownfish, angelfish, and more fascinating marine species.
Gain an insight into the region's diverse ecosystem and indigenous heritage as you interact with indigenous rangers.
Watch live demonstrations of traditional dances, listen to the didgeridoo, feed fish, and much more.
Sip on complimentary morning and afternoon tea, and relish in a delicious cold buffet lunch.

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Visit two of the premium outer Great Barrier Reef sites.
Take your pick from snorkelling, introductory diving, or certified scuba diving while visiting two premium outer Great Barrier Reef locations
Explore a thriving underwater world as you snorkel in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef.
Get a chance to see anemones, clownfish, angelfish, and more fascinating marine species.
Gain an insight into the region's diverse ecosystem and indigenous heritage as you interact with indigenous rangers.
Watch live demonstrations of traditional dances, listen to the didgeridoo, feed fish, and much more.
Sip on complimentary morning and afternoon tea, and relish in a delicious cold buffet lunch.

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AU$229.50

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Slide 1 of 11, Cruise ship on the Great Barrier Reef with passengers enjoying the view.

Cairns to Outer Reef Snorkel Cruise with 2 Reef Visits & BBQ Lunch

8 hrs - 8 hrs 30 mins

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Start your day in Cairns and cruise to two outer reef sites, where pristine coral gardens and clearer waters set the scene for snorkelling or diving.
Enjoy live expert commentary and friendly guidance that make vibrant marine life feel accessible, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned explorer.
Recharge between reef stops with a tropical BBQ buffet lunch onboard, keeping you fuelled and ready for more underwater moments.

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Start your day in Cairns and cruise to two outer reef sites, where pristine coral gardens and clearer waters set the scene for snorkelling or diving.
Enjoy live expert commentary and friendly guidance that make vibrant marine life feel accessible, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned explorer.
Recharge between reef stops with a tropical BBQ buffet lunch onboard, keeping you fuelled and ready for more underwater moments.

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AU$275

Slide 1 of 12, Tourists preparing to dive from a boat on the Outer Great Barrier Reef trip from Cairns.

Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Cruise Guided Snorkelling Tour at 3 Outer Reefs

8 hrs 30 mins

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Go on a trip from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reed and enjoy up to five hours exploring two reef sites, perfect for both experts and beginners.
With an expert guide and all necessary equipment provided, you'll have a comfortable and safe experience!
Indulge in a tropical buffet lunch with a selection of hot and cold dishes, plus tea, coffee, and chilled water to keep you refreshed all day.
Unwind on spacious sun decks, relax in air-conditioned indoor areas, and freshen up after your adventure with hot freshwater showers onboard.
Fun fact: The Norman Reef is home to the largest mollusc in existence, the Giant Clam!

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Go on a trip from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reed and enjoy up to five hours exploring two reef sites, perfect for both experts and beginners.
With an expert guide and all necessary equipment provided, you'll have a comfortable and safe experience!
Indulge in a tropical buffet lunch with a selection of hot and cold dishes, plus tea, coffee, and chilled water to keep you refreshed all day.
Unwind on spacious sun decks, relax in air-conditioned indoor areas, and freshen up after your adventure with hot freshwater showers onboard.
Fun fact: The Norman Reef is home to the largest mollusc in existence, the Giant Clam!