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Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Diving Tour with Lunch
Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Diving Tour with Lunch
Boat and the Great Barrier Reef in Australia
Scuba diving group over the coral reef in Cairns

Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Diving Tour with Lunch

By Down Under Cruise & Dive
9.2 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$380 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Award-winning cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
  • 5 hours reef time to snorkel and scuba dive
  • 2 stunning reefs with tropical fish, coral & marine life
  • Delicious barbecue lunch prepared on board
  • Complimentary glass of wine & snack on return journey

Activity location

  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    • 1 Spence Street
    • 4870, Cairns City, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    • 1 Spence Street
    • 4870, Cairns City, Queensland, Australia

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Certified Diving Package
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
  • Food only

Select this option to participate in 1 certified dive during your cruise to 2 outer reef sites. You must have a PADI licence to participate.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 am
Price details
NZ$379.91 x 1 AdultNZ$379.91
Total
Price is NZ$379.91
Introductory Diving Package
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
  • Food only

Select this option to participate in 1 introductory dive during your cruise to 2 outer reef sites. No previous training or experience necessary.

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 am
Price details
NZ$379.91 x 1 AdultNZ$379.91
Total
Price is NZ$379.91

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBoat cruise to 2 Outer Great Barrier Reef Sites
  • What's includedWhat's included 1 Certified or Introductory Scuba Dive
  • What's includedWhat's included All equipment: snorkel, snorkel mask, fins, flotation devices, tanks, weights, and regulators rental
  • What's includedWhat's includedChef-Prepared BBQ buffet lunch (special dietary requirements can be catered for)
  • What's includedWhat's included Coffee, tea and water
  • What's includedWhat's includedGlass of wine, cheese and biscuits on return journey
  • What's includedWhat's included Expert and professional instruction and scuba diving briefings
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnorkelling
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSoft-drinks, alcohol and any additional snacks not listed in inclusions
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Hotel pick-up or drop-off

Know before you book

  • The minimum age to dive is 12 years old for introductory divers and 10 years old for certified divers.
  • You must have a reasonable level of fitness, good circulation, and healthy, unblocked breathing.
  • Due to altitude, you may not fly within 24 hours of participating in this activity. Please plan accordingly.
  • You must be PADI certified to participate in the Certified Diving package.
  • Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am 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.
  • Boat departs daily at 8.00am sharp and returns at 4.30pm.
  • Divers over 65 years old and anyone who answers YES to any of the questions on the medical questionnaire will require a recreational dive medical prior to diving.
  • Certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. Must state your full name, the doctor's name, practice and the clearance to dive.
  • Languages spoken onboard: English, German, Japanese and Chinese Mandarin.

What you can expect

Experience one of the best things to do in Cairns, The Great Barrier Reef, with this local award-winning company and boat. This tour includes a full-day reef cruise with snorkelling, up to 3 scuba dives and lunch. Departing from Cairns onboard a 35-metre super yacht, Evolution, you will head out into the coastal waters to your first Outer Great Barrier Reef destination.

You will visit two reefs during the day. The reefs are selected daily to ensure the most beautiful experience possible. Once you have arrived at the reef, you will gather your snorkelling or scuba diving gear and slide into the water to begin your underwater adventure. As you submerge yourself in the calm, crystal-clear waters of the Outer Great Barrier Reef, take a look around you to find one of the richest ecosystems on the planet.

Move slowly through the water, getting intimate looks at an abundance of marine life including sea turtles, manta rays, and even sharks. You can explore to your heart's content at 2 unique locations, relaxing on the boat's deck in between each one and refuelling with a scrumptious barbecue lunch. On the way back to shore, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and a light snack as you cruise back to Cairns.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travellers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Hand sanitiser provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESReef Fleet Terminal
    • 1 Spence Street
    • 4870, Cairns City, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEReef Fleet Terminal
    • 1 Spence Street
    • 4870, Cairns City, Queensland, Australia

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

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10.0 out of 10

Travis G

Reviewed on Expedia
24 Jan 2023
Canada
It was an amazing experience with a fantastic crew. You can't go to Australia and not check out the reef.
Activity date: 23 Jan 2023
10.0 out of 10

Holli P

Reviewed on Expedia
29 Nov 2022
Australia
Such a lovely organised adventure out on the Great Barrier Reef, staff were amazing and so friendly! Overall great experience.
Activity date: 28 Nov 2022
10.0 out of 10

Kiera S

Reviewed on Expedia
9 Sept 2022
United States
Wonderful staff and awesome staff, particularly Sammy and Ben!
Activity date: 8 Sept 2022
10.0 out of 10

Biljana G

Reviewed on Expedia
29 Jun 2022
Australia
Great experience i loved diving and snorkelling in the great barrier reef
Activity date: 28 Jun 2022
10.0 out of 10

Manny R

Reviewed on Expedia
14 Dec 2019
United States
Great experience, awesome crew that enjoys their job and gets everyone excited
Activity date: 13 Dec 2019
10.0 out of 10

Chelsey M

Reviewed on Expedia
5 Nov 2018
Canada
This is easily one of the best things I have every experienced in my lifetime. We had the amazing opportunity to see so much sea life (including a shark!!!!) The staff was amazing and so friendly (& not just in a “I have to be” way - they generally helped and went above and beyond and made friends with you). The boat was also unreal and comfortable! Down Under Cruises did amazing and I would highly highly recommend!
Activity date: 4 Nov 2018
10.0 out of 10

Stacy G

Reviewed on Expedia
30 Jan 2018
United States
A little confusing as to where to go first . After sorting it all out, we had a great time! Would recommend to all.
Activity date: 29 Jan 2018
10.0 out of 10

Xintian F

Reviewed on Expedia
24 Dec 2017
Australia
good
Activity date: 23 Dec 2017
10.0 out of 10

Karan Singh S

Reviewed on Expedia
23 Sept 2017
United States
I found the reef staff very friendly and knowledgeable and they helped me to feel comfortable diving even though I had never done SCUBA before.
Activity date: 22 Sept 2017
10.0 out of 10

Marta Sabio R

Reviewed on Expedia
23 Sept 2017
United States
The reef and the staff were amazing! However, Expedia failed to mention that this only includes 1 dive and that you have to pay AU$20 for any additional dives plus AU$10 for guided dives.
Activity date: 22 Sept 2017
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