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Reef Adventures
from $189
per person
4 hours
Snorkel on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with this half-day tour to Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches. Enjoy a personalised small group experience, guided snorkelling, and complimentary snacks.
Bring your sense of adventure for an exciting journey to the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef! With a maximum of just 27 guests, this intimate half-day tour offers a personalised, crowd-free experience.
Meet your friendly crew 30 minutes prior to departure at our office in The Pier Shopping Centre for check-in. From there, you'll be escorted to the Cairns Marlin Marina to board one of our high-speed vessels for an exhilarating ride to the reef.
Once there, enjoy 1.5 hours of snorkelling amongst vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life, guided by our experienced snorkel team. Refresh with complimentary snacks on board, and purchase drinks as you relax on the journey back to Cairns.
Optional Extras:
Wetsuit hire
Drinks (available for purchase)
Prescription snorkel mask
What to Bring:
Swimmers, towel, hat, and sunscreen
Payment card for onboard purchases
A sense of adventure!
Visit to the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef (Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches)
Quality snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
Guided snorkelling experience with professional reef guide
Stinger suit (in season)
Floatation devices provided
Complimentary snacks onboard
Small group experience - maximum 27 guests
Fun, friendly, and knowledgeable local crew.
- Explore the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef from Cairns
- Snorkel at Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches with guided support
- Small group tour with a maximum of 27 guests for a personalised experience
- Relax onboard high-speed vessels with complimentary snacks
- Friendly, knowledgeable local crew and professional snorkel team
Start: The Pier Shopping Centre , Cairns
Check-in: 30 minutes prior to departure at The Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns
Departure point: Cairns Marlin Marina
Duration: Approximately 4 hours total, including 1.5 hours of reef time
Reef sites: Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches (chosen daily based on conditions)
Optional extras:
Wetsuit hire (~$8)
Prescription snorkel mask hire ($15)
Drinks available for purchase onboard
What to bring: Swimmers, towel, hat, sunscreen, payment card, and a sense of adventure
Minimum age: 4 years (not suitable for children under 4)
Not suitable for: Non-swimmers, people with limited mobility, the visually impaired, those prone to seasickness, or travellers over 70 years with low fitness
Health & safety: Participants must be comfortable in open water; life jackets and floatation aids provided
Weather: Tour operates weather and tide permitting - may be varied or cancelled in unsuitable conditions
Group size: Capped at 27 passengers for a personalised, uncrowded reef experience
