Cairns Tours & Activities

Cairns, Australia

Water Sports

Great Barrier Reef Adventure from Cairns including Snorkeling

Price: From $194.79

4.3 rating • 122 reviews

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Meeting point: Check in at the Great Adventures counter inside Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street.

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Great Barrier Reef Adventure from Cairns including Snorkeling

Overview

Great Barrier Reef Adventure from Cairns including Snorkeling is a water-based guided outing in Cairns, Australia centered on Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Outer Reef, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Outer Reef, Reef Fleet Terminal, Upolu Reef, and Fast catamaran from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. The experience emphasizes Fast catamaran from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Outer Reef activity platform, and Snorkeling equipment and instruction. Scheduled stops include Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal and Outer Reef. Landmarks referenced in the route include Reef Fleet Terminal, Outer Reef, and Upolu Reef. The route combines neighborhood landmarks and open views and structured adventure features and challenge elements. The outing typically lasts 7 hours (approx.). Travel is organized as sail-powered travel with route pacing matched to the destination.

Highlights

  • Fast catamaran from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
  • Outer Reef activity platform
  • Snorkeling equipment and instruction
  • Underwater observatory and semi-submersible
  • Buffet lunch with morning and afternoon tea

What’s included

  • Return fast catamaran transfer from Cairns
  • Snorkeling equipment and instruction
  • Underwater observatory
  • Semi-submersible coral viewing tour
  • Hot and cold buffet lunch

Itinerary

Stop

Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal

30 minutes

Visit Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal during the 30 minutes stop.

Stop

Outer Reef

Visit Outer Reef.

FAQs

How long is the Great Barrier Reef Adventure from Cairns including Snorkeling?

The planned duration is 7 hours.

Where does the tour depart from for Cairns?

Check in at the Great Adventures counter inside Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street.

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate

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