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Explore the outer Great Barrier Reef onboard award-winning superyacht, Evolution, with local reef tour operator Down Under Cruise and Dive. Experience the adventure of snorkelling, scuba diving, scenic helicopter flights, marine biology tours, semi-submarine tours and more.
The 35-metre superyacht, Evolution, departs Cairns for the outer reef, with 5 hours spent exploring 2 spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations for an adventure-filled day. Experience the adventure of snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef. Dial-up the adventure and add a scuba dive for only $80.
Includes
- Luxury 35-metre superyacht
- 2 unique outer reef locations
- Delicious BBQ Lunch
- Vegetarians OK
- All snorkel gear & lycra suits
- 5 Hours of Snorkelling
- PADI-qualified dive instructors
- Glass Bottom Boat
- Scuba Diving Available
- Fully Equipped Modern Dive Vessel
- Live Musical Entertainment
- All diving equipment
- 100% Fun & Sun
- Excludes $20 levy
- Trip length: 1 Day
- Group size: Max 100
- Start: Cairns
- End: Cairns
- Vehicle: Dive Vessel
- Sleep: Non Applicable
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Itinerary
See MapEvolution is a state of the art high-speed 35-metre (120ft) vessel, cruising at up to 30 knots, providing comfort and safety for a maximum of 180 passengers. With less travel time, you'll spend more time at the Reef! With its large air-conditioned modern lounge to relax in comfort and full length sundecks for sunbathing you can relax in style.7.30am Check in at The Reef Fleet
Itinerary:
Terminal (1 Spence Street, Cairns)
8.20am Depart for the Outer Reef from Marlin Marina (A Finger - Gate 5)
To begin the Great Barrier Reef tour we meet at the Reef Fleet Terminal on Cairn’s beautiful esplanade to check-in by 8am. From there you’ll be greeted by the friendly captain when boarding the Osprey V. Once you have received your flippers and mask for the day, make yourself comfortable below deck. Tea and coffee is served while the crew prepares to embark for the journey.
The boat ride takes about an hour and a half to get to the first reef, travelling 60 kilometres off the coast of Cairns, to a prime diving and snorkelling location. During this time you can go upstairs or to the back deck to check out the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and try to spot a dolphin or manta ray on the way out to the reef.
Before arriving at the reef, an instructor will go through the basic signals and instructions you will need to know to prepare for your snorkel and/or dive so you can safely explore the remarkable coral and get close to the marine life. Underwater cameras are available for hire but remember to get in early because they are snapped up quickly!
Mid-morning
The boat arrives at its first destination where you are free to snorkel and explore the reef. This is where you can admire the coral formations and try to spot a turtle, sting ray or shark. Feel free to ask one of the friendly crew members if you don’t know the name of a marine animal or compare your sitings to the marine animal chart below deck.
As one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef comprises of 3000 individual reef systems containing an abundance of marine life. You’ll get to see a glimpse of this beauty through the diving locations you visit on the day.
Book an optional scenic helicopter flight and transfer: For those who want a sky-high experience viewing the Great Barrier Reef from the air. Jump aboard a scenic helicopter flight at an exclusive helicopter pontoon. Fly over the stunning reef locations or fly home in style while taking in the amazing view of the turquoise coloured ocean, white sandy coastline and watch the mountains looming in the distance.
Lunch
After exploring the reef, sit down to a buffet style lunch with an assortment of fresh salads and barbecued tasty beef steaks, fish and sausages. Vegetarian options are also available on the tour.
As lunch settles, the boat cruises to another reef location where you can go for another round of snorkelling and/or diving. This is where you hop aboard the glass bottom boat to admire the coral and sea life. A knowledgeable guide will talk you through some of the different creatures that live on the reef and tell you a little bit about the magnificent World Heritage area. This is your chance to ask all those questions that may have come to mind while exploring the reef earlier in the day.
For those who booked a helicopter flight, this is where a smaller boat will take you across to the helipad and take you sky high to view the beautiful coast line and perhaps spot a dolphin, shark or whale.
Afternoon
The boat makes its way back to Cairns. By this time you will feel a bit weary from the day of action. Cheese and biscuits are put out to nibble on and this is when you can purchase a wine or beer to cruise your way back home while being entertained by one of the crew member’s live music.
