Great Barrier Reef and Dunk Island Day Trip from Cairns
Discover the Great Barrier Reef and Dunk Island on a full-day tour from Cairns with QuickCoast. Enjoy coach transfers, priority boarding, snorkelling at Beaver Reef & Cay, a freshly prepared lunch, and free time on Dunk Island. Small group experience with expert marine guides, all equipment provided. Same day return to Cairns.
Experience the untouched wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with a full-day tour departing from Cairns, travelling by deluxe coach and the spacious QuickCoast catamaran via Mission Beach. Start your adventure with a scenic transfer and light breakfast, followed by priority boarding at Clump Point before heading to the outer reef.
Cruise past Dunk Island and arrive at Beaver Reef & Cay, renowned for vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life. Enjoy over two hours in the water with expert guidance from marine biologists and snorkel staff, exploring diverse sites across East, West, and Middle Reef sections.
Relax aboard with a freshly prepared lunch featuring local tropical fruits, then continue to Dunk Island for up to 1.5 hours. Take time to swim, walk, or simply unwind on the golden beaches before your return journey.
This tour is ideal for snorkelling enthusiasts and first-time visitors, blending reef discovery and island relaxation in a comfortable, small-group setting with an emphasis on personal attention and expert insights.
- Deluxe Coach-X transfer between Cairns and Mission Beach
- Priority boarding at Clump Point Marine Facility
- Morning tea on boarding: muffins, tropical fruit, tea, coffee, juice
- Return QuickCoast catamaran cruise to Dunk Island and Beaver Reef
- Up to 3 hours at Beaver Reef & Cay, with a minimum of 2 hours snorkelling
- Freshly made lunch and tropical fruit platter onboard
- 1.5-2 hours at Dunk Island for beach walks or relaxation
- Snorkelling equipment: fins, masks, and stinger suits
- Onboard marine biologist commentary and optional guided snorkel
- Small group experience (max 50 passengers)
- Full-day coach and catamaran tour from Cairns to Mission Beach, Dunk Island, and Beaver Reef
- Intimate small-group experience with a maximum of 50 passengers
- Snorkel over pristine coral gardens at Beaver Reef & Cay
- Guided marine biology presentations and optional snorkel assistance
- Freshly prepared onboard lunch and tropical fruits
- Relax or swim on the golden beaches of Dunk Island
- Priority boarding and deluxe coach transfers included
