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Luxury day boat Reef Experience on The Great Barrier ReefDay cruise great barrier reef scuba dive snorkel Reef Experience is a luxury day trip to the outer Great Barrier Reef.
Why choose Reef Experience? One of the biggest differences in our Reef Experience trip and the rest of the trips visiting the Great Barrier Reef is our trip is all inclusive whilst every other trip start with a price and then add reef levies, bus transfers, diving, glass bottom boat etc and people end up paying a lot more for less.

We commencing with boarding at 7:30am, at the Marlin Jetty inCairns for a BBQ breakfast. We then cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, where we spend 6 full hours snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming & visiting 2 spectacular reef locations. We come face to face with schools of tropical reef fish & amazing spectacular coral formations.

Let our friendly, highly trained scuba dive instructors & crew show you the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on an introductory scuba dive or certified scuba diving. The glass bottom boat departs regularly for coral & marine life viewing.

Our 2nd location, Breaking Patches, is renowned for it's forest staghorn coral, large sea fans & black coral trees, yielding some 400 species of coral, & a vertical wall teaming with marine life.

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On departure it's time to hold on and enjoy the ride - lots of fun and bubbles with our Boom-netting. Cruising back to Cairns at Dolphin speed so keep an eye out for our dolphins as they surf along side most days, sit back, relax or socialise with new friends with a cold drink from our bar, on our spacious sundeck. View the days video and watch the sun go down on one of the seven natural wonders of the world as you enjoy complimentary wine, cheese & tropical fruits.

Travel to the Great Barrier Reef in luxury
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Link to www.reefexperience.com.au
ITINERARY:
  
  • 7:30am - Boarding at Marlin Jetty for a BBQ breakfast.
  • 7.45am - Departure from Marlin Jetty, Cairns at Dolphin Speed.
  • 9:30am - Reef video presentation, Snorkel & Scuba Dive procedures, Reef Safety orientation.
  • 10:30am - 1:30pm - Arrive Hastings Reef, Snorkel & Scuba Dive Demonstration, Glass Bottom Boat
    Introductory & Certified Scuba Diving.
  • 1:45pm - Glass Bottom Boat, swimming & snorkelling, then lunch.
  • 2:00pm - Arrive Breaking Patches. Introductory & Certified Scuba Diving, Snorkelling.
  • 4:30pm - Return Marlin Jetty, Cairns.

* Locations may change due to weather conditions.

 
WHAT YOU GET:
 
  • City bus transfers from Cairns accommodation.
  • BBQ breakfast on boarding.
  • 6 hours at two different outer Great Barrier Reef locations.
  • Tropical buffet lunch - cold meats, healthy salads, tasty pastas & fresh fruit.
  • Snorkel equipment & instruction.
  • Marine Biologist presentation.
  • Free scuba diving demonstration & scuba dive instruction.
  • Glass bottom boat & marine life commentary.
  • Coffee & tea.
  • Reef video presentation.
  • Complimentary wine, cheese & tropical fruits on the return journey.
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SCUBA PRICES:

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Adult Scuba, from $165.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Family Scuba (2adults + 2kids 4-11 yrs), from $450.00

SCUBA TOP DECK PRICES:

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Adult Scuba (Top Deck) Minimum 2 People, from $265.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Family Scuba (TOPDECK 2adults + 2kids 4-11yrs), from $850.00

SNORKEL PRICES:

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Adult Snorkel, from $165.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Child Snorkel (4-11 yrs), from $85.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Family Snorkel (2 adults + 2 kids 4-11yrs), from $450.00

SNORKEL TOP DECK PRICES:

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Adult Snorkel (TOP DECK) Minimum 2 People, from $265.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Child Snorkel (TOP DECK 4-11yrs), from $195.00

Luxury day boat Reef Experience, Family Snorkel (TOPDECK 2adults+2 kids 4-11yrs), from $850.00

 
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Day cruise great barrier reef scuba dive snorkel
Compass Cruises is the best value budget day trip to the outer Great Barrier Reef
Compass is a large, spacious, express trip to the Great Barrier Reef's outermost reef locations. Enjoy cruising past Upollo Cay & the famous Michaelmas Cay to Hastings Reef, 60km from Cairns. Scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef

Hastings Reef is 10 sq km of coral gardens, renowned for tame, friendly reef sharks, Wally the Giant Wrasse & thousands of colourful tropical fish. Passengers can snorkel & try the excitement of scuba diving on our free 10 minute scuba dive demonstration.

Compass Cruises budget day tour to great barrier reefLet our friendly, highly trained scuba dive instructors & crew show you the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on an introductory scuba dive or certified scuba diving.

The glass bottom boat departs at our first location for coral & marine life viewing and an informative reef presentation.

Our 2nd location, Breaking Patches, is renowned for it's forest staghorn coral, large sea fans & black coral trees, yielding some 400 species of coral, & a vertical wall teaming with marine life.


ITINERARY:
 
  • 7:45am - Boarding at Marlin Jetty complimentary coffee & tea served.
  • 7.45am - Boarding for 8:00am departure from Marlin Jetty, Cairns at dolphin speed.
  • 9:30am - Reef video presentation, snorkel & scuba dive procedures, reef safety orientation.
  • 10:30am - 1:30pm - Arrive Hastings Reef, snorkel & scuba dive demonstration, glass bottom boat (Optional Extra), introductory & certified scuba diving (Optional Extra).
  • 1:45pm - Glass bottom boat (Optional Extra), swimming & snorkelling, then lunch.
  • 2:00pm - Arrive Breaking Patches. Introductory & certified scuba diving (Optional Extra), snorkelling.
  • 5:00 - 5:30pm - Return Marlin Jetty, Cairns.
WHAT YOU GET:
 
  • 5 hours at two different outer great barrier reef locations.
  • Tropical buffet lunch - cold meats, healthy salads, tasty pastas & fresh fruit.
  • Snorkel equipment & instruction.
  • Free scuba diving demonstration & scuba dive instruction.
  • Marine Biologist presentation.
  • Coffee & Tea.
  • Reef Video Presentation.
  • Complimentary Wine, Cheese & Tropical Fruits on the return journey.
OPTION EXTRAS:
 
  • Glass bottom boat & marine life commentary (Optional Extra).
  • 1st location certified scuba dive (Optional Extra)
  • 2nd location certified scuba dive (Optional Extra)
 
WHAT TO BRING:
 
  • Hat
  • Towel
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • A BIG SMILE !
 

On departure it's time to hold on and enjoy the ride - lots of fun and bubbles with our Boom-netting. Cruising back to Cairns at Dolphin speed so keep an eye out for our dolphins as they surf along side most days, sit back, relax or socialise with new friends with a cold drink from our bar, on our spacious sundeck. View the days video and watch the sun go down on one of the seven natural wonders of the world as you enjoy complimentary wine, cheese & tropical fruits.

*Itinerary and locations may change due to weather conditions.
*Please advise if vegetarian or vegan is required

 
 
SNORKEL PRICES:

Day Cruise, the Great Barrier Reef on Compass, from $89.00

Day Cruise, the Great Barrier Reef on Compass, Child 4 - 14 years, from $69.00

 
Link to www.compasscruises.com.au
 
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Day cruise great barrier reef scuba dive snorkelReef Magic Cruises Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon

Reef Magic - Marine World on the Great Barrier ReefA specially constructed platform with an underwater observatory, sun lounges, moon pool, and other amenities, Marine World provides a unique outer-reef experience. Closely fringed by marine life with a low daily-passenger allowance, this two-storey reef activity platform is an ideal place to experience a relaxed, fun, and personalized day on the reef. Discover the quality, colours, and diversity of reef life here in any number of ways, whether you prefer to get wet or stay dry, whether you're a first-timer or pro.


Snorkelling on the Great Barrier ReefLounge in the sun or enjoy a marine biology presentation. Hop aboard an interactive semi-submersible tour. Jump in the water for snorkelling (equipment and instruction provided) or get up close to the fish during a feeding demonstration. Morning and afternoon tea and a hot and cold smorgasbord lunch are also included. And there’s a host of optional extras available to book now or onboard for those wishing to do anything from diving to taking flight in a scenic helicopter tour.


 

  • Maximum passenger loading of 190 (average last 12 months: 80-90 pax/day) to a platform capable of taking 300 passengers. Plenty of room to move and no crowds.
  • Passenger to Crew ratio of 9:1 providing passengers with highly personal service.
  • Marine World is a spacious , stable, all weather platform with shelter and shade providing increased comfort in all conditions and particularly in rough or rainy weather.

Extensive high quality coral gardens at our own private Outer Reef mooring which is not shared by other operators. Outer Reef locations provide higher densities of colourful soft/hard coral and less sand providing maximum water clarity and greatly improved underwater visibility.

  • Easy-access snorkel platform suitable for all ages and swimming abilities.

Boat is tied along the Pontoon for the entire day with constant access to change rooms, fresh water showers and toilet facilities.

  • A dedicated dive tender takes Certified divers on some of the best drifting wall and channel dives available on a day trip form Cairns.

Introductory divers access the reef from the safety of our sheltered "Moon-Pool" directly under the Pontoon.

  • Hot/Cold buffet lunch with seafood and vegetarian options served on the comfort of the pontoon. Bar facilities available.

semi-submersible tour on the Great Barrier ReefMarine World offers a greater variety of "dry" activities (included in the cruise price) perfect for those customers not comfortable swimming or simply not wanting to spend the entire day in the water but still make the most of their reef experience. These include:

  • Underwater Observatory accessible throughout the day with daily fish feeding demonstration and interpretation

Interactive Semi-Submersible tours with live commentary.

  • Spacious upper sundeck with sun lounges complete with shaded areas for summer, perfect for those guests wanting to soak up the tropical warmth

We consider if people have come half way around the world to see the Great Barrier Reef that they should spend more time actually at the reef and less time travelling. Reef Magic Cruises departs at 09:00 and returns to Cairns at 17:00 providing maximum time actually at the reef – A full 5 hours.
 
SNORKEL PONTOON PRICES:

Reef Magic Cruises, Marine World Day Cruise, Adult, from $175.00

Reef Magic Cruises, Marine World Day Cruise, Child 4-14yrs, from $90.00

Reef Magic Cruises, Marine World Day Cruise, Family(2Adults + 2Children 4-14yrs), from $440.00

 
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