Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comQuicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise from Cairns
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Duration: 10 - 11 hours (approx.)
Location: Cairns, Australia
Product code: 2448_OBRexCNS
Cruise with Quicksilver to Agincourt Reef on the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition with a qualified marine biologist, try scuba diving, view the coral and marine life on a semi-submersible submarine, and enjoy a tasty buffet lunch.
Agincourt Reef provides a sheltered anchorage and is the perfect spot for you to snorkel, dive and view the spectacular coral formations. You can also watch the fish feeding from a unique viewing platform and underwater observatory.
Snorkeling is one of the best ways to view the incredible underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef, and there are friendly staff on hand to show you how. On your way out to Agincourt Reef you can view an instructional video, and if you would like to learn a little more about the Great Barrier Reef while snorkeling, you may like to join an optional snorkeling expedition with a qualified marine biologist.
If you would like to stay dry, you can explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible submarine. You’ll take a leisurely cruise through the colorful coral gardens, giving you a snorkeler’s view of the marine life without getting wet. The underwater trip includes informed commentary on the marine life you’ll observe during the journey and an overview of the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique viewing platform and underwater observatory
Hotel pick ups are between 7:30am and 9:00am. Return details: Tour returns to original point of departure. Hotel Pickup: Hotel pick up is available from selected Cairns hotels. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking. If hotel details are not provided, you must make your own way to Port Douglas for cruise departure. Itinerary: For your experience of a lifetime, the friendly crew will take you to Agincourt Reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance.
7:30am
Hotel pick ups from selected Cairns hotels commence for the transfer by coach to the Marina Mirage in Port Douglas.
9:30am
Complimentary morning tea or coffee on boarding. For your safety, hot drinks are not served once the vessel is underway. Passengers are required to be onboard the vessel 15 minutes before departure.
10:00am
Depart Marina Mirage for the Outer Barrier Reef. A Marine Biologist presentation is shown on the vessel monitors 30 minutes after departure. A snorkeling demonstration follows the Marine Biologist presentation.
11:30am
Arrive Outer Barrier Reef - reef activities commence:
- Enjoy swimming and snorkeling from submerged platform
- Underwater observatory open for coral and fish viewing
- Semi-subs depart every fifteen minutes from the rear of the platform
- Pre-booked guided snorkeling tours, diving and Ocean Walker helmet diving
- Fish feeding conducted at snorkeling platform at advertised times
12:00 noon
Lunch (included in the fare) is served. Enjoy a hot and cold tropical buffet, containing fresh prawns, pastas, meats, salads and fruit. There are full bar facilities available where you can purchase drinks.
1:30pm
Lunch finishes. Time for more activity or just relax and take in the view.
3:00pm
Depart Agincourt Reef for Port Douglas. Reef video viewing on board.
4:30pm
Arrive at Marina Mirage, Port Douglas. Transfer back to Cairns by air-conditioned coach.
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Infants aged 3 years and under are free of charge
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 4 - 14 years and are cruise only prices. All diving activities for children 14 years and under must be booked directly with the supplier on arrival at an additional cost
- Children aged 12 years and under are not permitted to participate in onboard diving activities
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- Smorgasbord lunch
- Underwater observatory
- Morning and afternoon teas
- Fish feeding (conducted by crew)
- All snorkeling equipment provided
- Coral viewing by semi-submersible
- Reef presentation by marine biologist
- Optional activities (if options selected)
- Qualified snorkeling safety officers on hand
- Underwater observatory fish and coral viewing
- Roundtrip Wavepiercer cruise from Port Douglas
- Roundtrip coach transfers between Cairns and Port Douglas
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Environmental Management Charge for tours departing after 1st April 2008
- Drinks
- Optional gratuities
- Optional activities (if options not selected)
- Fuel surcharge (AUD $5.00 per person payable direct)
- Hire of stinger suits if required (approximately AUD $5.00 per person payable direct)
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking, unless booking within 5 days of travel date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- It is recommended not to fly within 48 hours of completing a dive. This does not apply for snorkeling
- Minimum age for all diving activities is 11 years, the maximum age is 70 years
- Some medical conditions (e.g. Asthma, heart conditions) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
- All introductory dives are subject to a medical questionnaire
- Evidence of dive certification and medical fitness to dive is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
- If only one dive is undertaken then a minimum of 12 hours is recommended before flying
- If more than one dive is conducted in the day, a minimum of 18 hours must pass before flying, however 48 hours is recommended
- Maximum 6 divers at a time accompanied by 2 instructors
- Total dive time approximately 30 minutes (20 minutes is spent underwater)
- Minimum age for all diving activities is 12 years, the maximum age is 70 years
- You will need to complete a short form and listen to a 10 minute briefing before starting the dive
- Some medical conditions (e.g. Asthma, heart conditions) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
- Due to the shallow depth, it is possible to undertake a helicopter scenic flight after a helmet dive, however no commercial flight should be undertaken for at least 48 hours
- Cash for drinks at the bar
- Swimming costume and a beach towel
- Hat, sunscreen and a shirt for sun protection
- Your camera or video camera. Underwater cameras available for purchase
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We had a fabulous time. Probably the best day we had in Australia! And we did some fun stuff!!!! Great ... Read more ›
David H, United States, October 2007
The weather was a bit rough on the way out on our trip, but once anchored at the platform all the sea ... Read more ›
Neil K, United Kingdom, April 2008
