The Outer Barrier Reef offers beginner and experienced snorkelers an amazing reef snorkeling experience. Tropical weather all year round, an abundance of fish life that surrounds every coral reef and warm water temperatures make diving this area one of the most enjoyable snorkeling sites in the world.

 The Outer Barrier Reef is situated approximately 63 kilometers (40 miles) from Cairns and is easily accessible by the fast day diving vessel, the SeaQuest ADV. The SeaQuest ADV offers you the chance to dive the very best of the Outer Barrier Reef in absolute comfort and style.

The new SeaQuest ADV is an advanced, modern vessel. Faster then it's predecessor, the new vessel will transport you in air-conditioned comfort to the Outer Barrier Reef arriving with more time to enjoy the reef. The vessel is 22.5 meters in length, has a cruising speed of 25 knots and carries a maximum of 60 passengers. With an average 1:4 crew to passenger ratio, you can be assured of individual attention from the fully trained and experienced crew. Local produce and exotic tropical fruits are features of a smorgasbord lunch included in your snorkel trip today. Complimentary tea and coffee is available throughout the day.

Famous visiting underwater environmentalist, Jean Michel Cousteau, was most impressed with the reef locations and reef care. As part of the contribution to reef research and education, SeaQuest donates a proportion of every fare to Marine Parks.

The SeaQuest ADV is a dedicated dive boat with the majority of passengers being scuba divers, with a few snorkelers. Experienced divers, learner divers and those preferring only to snorkel are all welcome on this day trip to the Great Barrier Reef. If you would prefer to scuba dive, please refer to either 3220SQA1DCDIVE or 3220SQA1DIDIVE.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Cruise departs from the Marlin Marina (Pier Marketplace) in Cairns

Departure Time:

Cruise departs at 8.30am, check in is half an hour prior to departure.

Hotel Pickup:

Tour departs from centrally located Cairns, Palm Cove and Northern Beaches hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Hot fresh showers
• Guided snorkeling tours
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Tropical smorgasbord lunch
• Two different snorkel locations
• Day trip to the Great Barrier Reef
• Snorkeling equipment and wetsuit
• Complimentary tea and coffee all day
• Personalized service and no crowds
• Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Underwater cameras are available for hire
• Video filming daily, copies are available for purchase
• A range of quality souvenirs are available for purchase
• Bar facilities (soft drinks, juice, beer, wine, chocolates and ice creams can be purchased on board)
• Reef Tax, Port Authority and Fuel charge $15.00 per person (EMC $4.50, Fuel Levy $5.00, GST, Port and Administration Charges $5.50)

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
• Confirmation for this product will be received at the time of booking, unless you are booking within 3 days of tour date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
• Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• Optional dive insurance is available, the three day minimum is currently AUD$25.00 per person. This can be arranged and purchased directly from the operator upon joining your tour in Cairns.
• Being environmentally aware, the dive operator does not anchor on the reef. They have exclusive use of 14 permanent moorings on the Norman, Saxon, Hastings and Michaelmas Reefs.

What to Bring:


• Hat, towel, swimsuit, sunscreen and sunglasses. Certified divers must bring their certification cards and log book.
• Corrective lens masks or prescription masks are available for use free of charge, however a security deposit of AUD$100.00 is required.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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