Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran | 9 hours

2262 Reviews | Cairns & the Tropical North
From $163.84 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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One Introductory Dive
2 Adults x $223.51
$447.02
Approx Total
$447.02
One Introductory Dive (12yrs+): One introductory dive - minimum age 12.
​​​​​​​MEDICAL RESTRICTIONS: Prescription medication & certain medical conditions will preclude you from scuba diving without a Queensland Dive Medical.
One Certified Dive
2 Adults x $213.93
$427.86
Approx Total
$427.86
One Certified Dive: Includes one certified dive
Certification Required : Proof of scuba diving certification is required prior to undertaking the experience
Cruise and Snorkel
2 Adults x $166.04
$332.08
Approx Total
$332.08
Snorkel: Includes all snorkeling equipment and guided snorkel tour. No experience Required!
Be a Marine Biologist!
2 Adults x $261.83
$523.66
Approx Total
$523.66
Private Marine Biologist Host

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • A marine naturalist presentation
  • Hot and cold chef prepared buffet lunch
  • Winter Wet Suits or Summer Sun Suits
  • A stylish fast modern catamaran visiting two exclusive outer reef locations
  • Prescription Masks
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Tea/coffee on arrival
  • Complimentary Snorkel tour and tuition
  • All marine park fees and levies
  • Afternoon tea
  • Underwater Camera hire: AU$80 with an 8GB micro SD card or AU$60 with your own card
  • Soft drinks and alcohol available at the bar (cash and credit cards accepted)
  • Return transfers; Cairns City $20p/p. Cairns Northern Beaches $30p/p - Must be booked in advance
  • Carbon offset - Offset your carbon foot print for only $1p/p

Overview

Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef. The 80-foot catamaran sails from Cairns to two unique locations where you can choose to dive or snorkel with colorful fish, turtles and an amazing array of coral. With a choice of 27 outer Great Barrier Reef destinations your friendly crew can select the location best suited to the weather offering you the best possible Great Barrier Reef experience on a luxury purpose built catamaran!

Meeting points

Please check in at the Passions of Paradise desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 1 Spence Street Cairns. Check in is open from 7am and closes at 7:45am. Hotel transfers are available at an additional cost. Please contact us directly to arrange.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Great Barrier Reef

    Passions of Paradise have access to over 26 destinations on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Each day you will visit 2 of these locations chosen for their suitability to the weather conditions. Snorkel or dive with our experienced crew and view an underwater world teeming with marine life and spectacular coral reefs.

    5 hours

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please bring swim wear, towels, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat!
  • Check in will commence at 7.00am at the Reef Fleet Terminal and closes at 7:45am for an 8am departure
  • Please note: prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression. Please contact us directly to discuss your suitability for diving.
  • The minimum age for scuba diving in Queensland is 12 years
  • Scuba Diving in Queensland; prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
  • Scuba divers must allow 18 hours between their last dive and a flight. You cannot participate in scuba diving if you plan to travel by air within 24 hours of your trip. This includes participating in sky diving activities.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.9

2262 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    2099
  • 4 stars
    97
  • 3 stars
    29
  • 2 stars
    14
  • 1 star
    23
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