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Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel - Great Barrier Reef Day Trip from Cairns

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Join Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel and take 5 hours to explore 2 reef locations and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse ecosystem and our indigenous heritage.

Join Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel and take 5 hours to explore 2 reef locations and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse ecosystem and our indigenous heritage.

Highlights

  • Visit 2 premium reef sites
  • 5 full hours on the Outer Reef
  • Gain a deeper cultural understanding of this diverse ecosystem and our indigenous heritage
  • Free Snorkel equipment hire
  • Freshly prepared lunch
  • Activities for Non-Swimmers
  • Option to upgrade and add on scuba diving or a snorkel tour

Experience one of Cairns' most exceptional and exclusive Great Barrier Reef tours with Dreamtime Snorkel. Join Indigenous Cultural Guides on a day trip to two breathtaking outer Great Barrier Reef locations, immersing yourself in the Dreamtime of this natural wonder. The reef sites you'll visit could be Milln, Flynn, Hastings, Saxon, Norman, or Thetford Reef.

Dive into up to 5 hours of adventure at the Outer Great Barrier Reef, where you can explore two fantastic coral reef spots. Swim in the crystal-clear reef waters and meet fascinating marine creatures and colorful coral gardens. Your package includes snorkeling gear, lycra suits and wetsuit rentals. If you wish you can add on a guided snorkel tour and a chance to feed the fish led by marine experts, and options for both certified and introductory scuba diving.

Get a taste of the past as cultural guides share the Dreamtime tales of the local people, giving you a richer understanding of the diverse ecosystems that make up the Great Barrier Reef.

When you've worked up an appetite, relish a delicious cold buffet lunch with seafood served onboard, along with complimentary morning and afternoon tea.

Extras:

If you wish to take part in any of the following extras simply book direct with Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel after purchasing.The staff will discuss any medical restrictions or requirements with you if applicable:

Introductory Dive: $119 ($139 on the day of travel)

Certified Dive: $99 ($69 for a second dive)

Itinerary

  • 8:15am - Boarding commences at our Dreamtime desk in the Reef Fleet Terminal Building
  • 9:00am - Depart Marlin Jetty Cairns
  • 10:30am - Our in water activities commence at the Outer Great Barrier Reef
  • Approx 12:30pm - Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch
  • 3:30pm - Depart the Reef and enjoy afternoon tea whilst interacting with the Indigenous Sea Rangers on board
  • 5:00pm - Arrive back in Cairns
Adult $255.00
Child $155.00 (4-14 years)
Infant 0-3 $0.00

What's included

  • Visit 2 premium outer reef sites with 5 hours on the reef
  • Cultural guides and Indigenous welcome to country and acknowledgment
  • Marine biologist presentation
  • Freshly prepared lunch, morning and afternoon tea, coffee & drinking water
  • All snorkelling equipment, Wet suits and lycra suits, Personal flotation devices

Duration

  • Allow approximately 8 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Reef Fleet Terminal
  • 1 Spence St
  • Cairns
  • Qld 4870

Notes

  • Please note, only 1 x Reef site will be visited on our Reef Recovery days (Next scheduled dates are 11th & 29th July 23.

Available Bookings from 10 Sep to 23 Sep 2025

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  • Adult$230.00
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  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
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  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
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  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$230.00
  • Child$155.00
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  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

  • Adult$255.00
  • Child$155.00
  • Infant 0-3 Free

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Suraj Suresh from Australia wrote on 29 August 2025

Amazing

Great and informative crew. You learn about the reefs, science and the cultural history of the place. Simply amazing!

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Shalendra Chand from Australia wrote on 23 August 2025

Exceptional Service

Excellent choice and very friendly customer service. The crew on board were very helpful and amazing team. They have looked after us thoroughly and through out our journey. Thank you team and will certainly come back.

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virginiahache from Spain wrote on 20 August 2025

Awesome

The crew is kind, and they seem to have good vibes. I recommend this experience 100%

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Akansha patel from Australia wrote on 20 August 2025

Fantastic

very nice service. Staff were so good and helpful.

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Darryl Griffiths from New Zealand wrote on 13 August 2025

Snorkeling/ Whale watching.

Great day out to the reef . The staff were Excellent!! Extremely friendly and passionate about their jobs! The Captain was very accommodating and even stopped so we could do some whale watching!! Fantastic day out!!

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