Outer Barrier Reef Tour – Visit 3 different Reef sites in one day

$296.00

SSWIFT

This is the only day trip from Cairns that visits 3 different Outer Barrier Reef sites in the one day!  You will have the opportunity to explore spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens awash with vibrantly coloured marine creatures.  Our reef permits include Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs. Locations vary with the day’s diving and snorkelling conditions however each site is chosen for visual impact, and ecological diversity.  With up to 5 hours on the reef you will have still have plenty of time to relax on the sundecks or in the air-conditioned saloon and of course enjoy a delicious lunch.

Your Preferred Date
Adult $296.00
Child $219.00
Adult + 1 Intro dive $380.00
Adult + 2 Intro dive $464.00
Adult + 1 Cert dive $370.00
Adult + 2 Cert dive $400.00
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Rates are valid until 31st March 2026 and include the EMC levy.  Child: 4-14 years.  Family: 2 adults & 2 children.

**Regarding Scuba Diving:
Minimum age is 12 years.  There are time restrictions for flying after diving and some medical conditions will prevent you from diving. Some of the more common conditions are Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Pregnancy and heart or lung conditions. Some other medical conditions/medications may also be a problem. If you are unsure about any specific condition please contact us.

This is the only day trip from Cairns that visits 3 different Outer Barrier Reef sites in the one day!  You will have the opportunity to explore spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens awash with vibrantly coloured marine creatures.  Our reef permits include Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs. Locations vary with the day’s diving and snorkelling conditions however each site is chosen for visual impact, and ecological diversity.  With up to 5 hours on the reef you will have still have plenty of time to relax on the sundecks or in the air-conditioned saloon and of course enjoy a delicious lunch.

CERTIFIED DIVING

As a certified diver, you can enjoy up to three spectacular dives, experiencing three different Great Barrier Reef environments when you travel with the Silver Series for your dive adventure. With the most extensive range of dive sites to visit daily, divers of all levels from novice to experienced, will be excited by the range of experiences our magnificent sites present including drift and wall dives, bommie and pinnacle, coral gardens and swim throughs.  Our professional instructors accompany all dives at no extra charge, ensuring maximum safety and enjoyment.

INTRODUCTORY DIVING

So you’d like to take the plunge! With an Introductory Dive (or sometimes known as a “Discover Dive” or “Resort Dive”), no previous experience is necessary and you’ll be able to experience the excitement of scuba diving whilst under very close supervision of an instructor.

Our onboard and highly skilled dive instructors will take you step by step through the whole experience, from the dive briefing lecture, the equipment and the dive, to ensure all facets of your dive are comfortable and most of all enjoyable.

  • SNORKELLING EQUIPMENT -Mask, snorkel, fins & Lycra suit
  • SNORKEL BRIEF – Reef Interpretation and Snorkel brief at each site.
  • MORNING TEA – Morning tea included on boarding
  • AFTERNOON TEA – Afternoon tea cakes, cheese & biscuits
  • LIFEGUARD SUPERVISION – Explore the underwater delights in complete safety
  • LUNCH – Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch.
  • DIVING EQUIPMENT – Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit
  • GUIDED SNORKEL TOUR
  • EXPERIENCE MORE – visit 3 different Outer Reef Sites
  • Departs Cairns: 8.30am (Check-in at the Silverswift Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal for your boarding passes)
  • Return Cairns: 4.30pm

 

  • 8:15am

Vessel boarding. Complimentary morning tea served.

  • 8:30am

Depart Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal for the Outer Reef. On the outward journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin.

  • 9:50am

Arrive at first reef location. Divers gear up, while snorkellers’ site briefing begins. Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder!

  • 11:15am

Departs for second reef location. Option for introductory divers and certified divers to do a second dive. Snorkellers site briefing.

  • 12:30am

Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air conditioned cabin.

  • 1:40pm

Departs for third reef location. Snorkellers are once again briefed as to the best areas to snorkel and Guided Snorkel Tour. Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive.

  • 2:15pm

Afternoon tea served.

  • 3:00pm

All passengers board vessel for final passenger count.

  • 3:15pm

Commences return journey to Cairns.

  • 4:30pm

Arrives at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.