From Cairns: Premium Great Barrier Reef Catamaran Cruise

Sail to 2 exclusive outer reef locations with a luxurious high performance catamaran. Snorkel, swim, dive or just relax on board! Discover turtles, colorful fish, exotic corals and much more. The friendly crew makes every effort to make your trip memorable.

Experience

Highlights

Visit 2 different reef destinations in the Great Barrier Reef
Discover marine life: turtles or a giant wrasse on the outer reef
Enjoy a chef-prepared lunch with fresh tropical fruits
Relax on board a luxury catamaran
Sail back from the reef with the wind in your hair

Full description

Meet your crew at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal and aboard the luxury catamaran! The crew select one of 24 exclusive reef locations depending on the day's conditions. The destinations are selected from: Flynn and Milne Reef or further north at Norman and Hastings Reef. All offer different reef structures with exotic marine life! Feel the wind in your hair as you head for the outer Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the way with a morning tea, get to know the crew and learn all about the marine ecosystem of the trained expert on board. The crew will also check the snorkeling techniques while driving and prepare you for your first stop.

Reach the first fantastic spot on the outer reef, where you can snorkel, dive or swim in the water. You can also opt for sunbathing or relaxing on the boat: on the upper sundeck or the net deck trampoline at the bow of the boat - it's up to you! The staff offer free guided tours. For experienced guests who want to explore deeper waters, a special diving offer is available. Divers diving for the first time benefit from a free 10-minute dive course in the water. Employees are fully trained and qualified PADI professionals who offer beginners the utmost care and patience.

An award-winning and renowned chef prepares a tropical lunch buffet. Enjoy a selection of hot and cold dishes such as cold cuts, salads and tropical fruits. Travel to the 2nd fantastic outer reef for the day and select the activity you want again. Look out for lively corals and exotic marine life such as parrotfish, reef turtles and Nemofi. Finish the day while the captain sets sail and heads back to Cairns. Enjoy a cold drink from a licensed bar and relax on the tree net. Alternatively, you can watch presentations by the passionate, environmentally certified staff on marine life.

Includes

• Morning and afternoon tea
• High quality snorkeling equipment
• Tuition and free snorkeling tours
• Life jackets
• 10-minute introduction to diving in the water
• Chef prepares lunch (allergies on request)
• Presentation of the underwater world on board
• Winter suits or sun suits in the summer months
• Prescription masks

What is not included?

• Governmental Riffabgabe
• Wetsuits / Stinger suits
• Underwater camera rental with an 8GB SD card
• Scuba diving
• souvenirs
• Mineral water, snacks and drinks from the bar
• The reef tax to be paid at check-in is AU $ 20.00 per person