Great Barrier Reef Activity Platform with Snorkeling from Cairns

4.3(141)7 hFree cancellationBy The Quicksilver Group

About this activity

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the coral and marine biodiversity is at its most extreme. There’s an abundance of activities for all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. Snorkel and dive or stay dry and discover the reef in the underwater observatory or from the air-conditioned semi-submersible.

There’s also a great range of exciting optional activities including scuba diving, scenic helicopter flights and the exclusive Scuba-Doo underwater scooter - these are an additional cost paid on the day.

What's included

✓Hot and cold buffet lunch, including prawns
✓Use of snorkelling equipment, buoyancy vests and instruction
✓3 hours at the Outer Reef platform
✓Return fast catamaran transfer from Cairns
✓Semi-submersible coral viewing tour
✓Environmental Management Charge
✓Underwater observatory
✓Reef education presentation
✓Morning and afternoon tea

Not included

✕Hotel pick up and drop off
✕Optional activitiés
✕Fuel surcharge

Meeting and pickup

Please check-in at the Great Adventures counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 9:30am for boarding at 10am (departure at 10:30am). If traveling 'Green Island & Reef Pontoon', please check-in at 7:30am for boarding at 8am (departure at 8:30am).

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. We recommend informing crew of any medical conditions.
The minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years. Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from participating.
After a single dive a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. If doing multiple dives an interval of 24 hours is suggested.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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