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Reef Daytripper - Great Barrier Reef Small Group Sail and Snorkel Day Trip
Sail away on Reef Daytripper as we visit the Great Barrier Reef aboard a charming catamaran! We take our small group of passengers to the picturesque Upolu Reef for fun filled day out on the Reef!
Sail away on Reef Daytripper as we visit the Great Barrier Reef aboard a charming catamaran! We take our small group of passengers to the picturesque Upolu Reef for fun filled day out on the Reef!
Highlights
- Small group sailing tour to the Great Barrier Reef! (Max. 20 guests with 4 crew)
- Local owned and operated
- All snorkel gear provided and an opportunity to upgrade to Scuba Dive
- Casual and informative reef education provided
- Complementary guided snorkel tour provided
- Eco-friendly tour - lowest carbon foot print of any Cairns operator
Enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere!
We aim to visit two sites around Upolu Reef and will spend just under 4 hours here - this gives you plenty of time to snorkel, dive or just relax on the boat and soak up the sun!
You are welcome to join our free guided snorkel tour. For this our dive professionals aim to enhance your snorkelling experience by pointing out and explaining the many different marine species that local the reef, along with some migratory animals such as turtles, sharks and rays.
We give the option for you to sign up for SCUBA diving on the day. All tuition, equipment and a guide are included in the dive price and, we can accommodate both certified and introductory diving. We aim to offer you unlimited time for dives, which means we won’t rush you at any point. This gives you; ample time to relax, adjust to the underwater realm and explore the wonders of the reef at your leisure.
Please note: Certified divers are required to provide proof of certification, and a medical questionnaire; must be successfully completed by all candidates prior to diving.
Certified Diving and Introductory Diving can be upgraded on board at an additional charge.
Diving can be purchased onboard the boat on the day - Spaces are limited, please contact Reef Daytripper after booking if you have any questions about diving options or to reserve your space. Contact details will be on your booking confirmation.
For snorkelers - Wetsuit and stinger suit hire available onboard for $6 rental fee. Wetsuit hire is included for divers.
Departure point: Cairns Marlin Marina - at the end of D Finger - We are situated at the very end and are the last boat on the right.
Check in time: 7.15am for 7.45am departure
Returns: Approx. 4.30pm
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- Adult$198.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$198.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
- Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$180.00
- Family$740.00
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Smaller group Small boat
sandras17 from
Australia
Smaller group Small boat
sandras17 from
Australia
Loved it
laraf4 from
Australia
Loved it
laraf4 from
Australia
Amazing
Deb from
Australia
Hang over
Reuben Callau from
Australia
Great Great Teamwork
MarcoAntonio GuimaraesOliveira from
Australia
Great Great Teamwork
MarcoAntonio GuimaraesOliveira from
Australia
There's a Saying..You Get What You Pay For....
Andrew from
Australia
There's a Saying..You Get What You Pay For....
Andrew from
Australia
There's a Saying..You Get What You Pay For....
Andrew from
Australia
Have a GO
Michael Maitala from
Australia
Fantastic
Benjamin Tassone from
Australia
Fantastic
Benjamin Tassone from
Australia
Fantastic
Benjamin Tassone from
Australia
Great barrier reef exploring
Bernadette Diaz from
Australia
Great barrier reef exploring
Bernadette Diaz from
Australia
The best experience ever
Ivy Thay from
Australia
Reef Daytripper
scottp1 from
Australia
Visiting the Reef is a must but note ...
Helen Hooton from
Australia
Fabulous day!
Leonee Dixon from
Australia
A wonderful trip to the reef
Ram from
Australia
A wonderful trip to the reef
Ram from
Australia
Amazing day out!
Nadia Gangemi from
Australia
Amazing day out!
Nadia Gangemi from
Australia
Best experience to have at Cairns
Yerim from
South Korea
Best experience to have at Cairns
Yerim from
South Korea
Best experience to have at Cairns
Yerim from
South Korea
Such a fun day and the crew were amazing
Nadia from
Australia
Amazing day on the reef
shirleyh from
Australia
Amazing day on the reef
shirleyh from
Australia
Amazing!
rosanneb from
Australia
Amazing!
rosanneb from
Australia
Amazing!
rosanneb from
Australia
Sue
Sue Prider from
Australia
Great cruise, great crew
Chip from
Australia
Great time and experience!
Sara García Gonzalez from
Australia
Great time and experience!
Sara García Gonzalez from
Australia
Great time and experience!
Sara García Gonzalez from
Australia
Amazing experience and great crew
agustinal1 from
Australia
Amazing experience and great crew
agustinal1 from
Australia
Best of the best
savo smiljic from
Australia
Best of the best
savo smiljic from
Australia
Best of the best
savo smiljic from
Australia
Starfish
Amari Clements from
Australia
A very special day out
pamt1 from
Australia
A very special day out
pamt1 from
Australia
A very special day out
pamt1 from
Australia
A day well spent
Hafizzi from
Malaysia
Phil and Les
lesley turner from
Australia
Phil and Les
lesley turner from
Australia
Phil and Les
lesley turner from
Australia
Best crew best day
leoniem from
Australia
Cairns Great Barrier Reef Tour
Matthew from
Australia
Cairns Great Barrier Reef Tour
Matthew from
Australia
Best trip ever
kail1 from
Germany
Fantastic Day all round
Lauren from
Australia
Fantastic Day all round
Lauren from
Australia
Amazing Staff
alejandrah from
Chile
Amazing Staff
alejandrah from
Chile
Amazing Staff
alejandrah from
Chile
Awesome trip!
Megan Adelheid from
NZ
Great day out in the ocean
alexandrap3 from
Australia
Great Barrier Reef
Wang from
Taiwan
Great Barrier Reef
Wang from
Taiwan
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Fanny G from France wrote on 29 August 2022
Belle journée au large de Cairns
Très belle excursion d'une journée : snorkeling et une plongée bouteille pour moi. Le bateau est confortable et les 3 membres d'équipage sont adorables et aux petits soins. Il y avait beaucoup de nourriture/boissons tout au long de la journée. Seul hic : le responsable qui accueille le matin les participants sur le bateau aussi aimable qu'une porte de prison. Il est TRES DESAGREABLE. Heureusement qu'il ne reste pas pour la journée sur le bateau car l'ambiance n'aurait pas été la même et ma note aurait été très mauvaise je pense. Nous sommes arrivées au rendez-vous à 7h10 : il était indiqué sur notre mail de confirmation d'arriver entre 7h15 et 7h45. Il nous a dit d'aller prendre un café. Ma copine est restée près du bateau quand moi je suis allée aux toilettes. A 7h45 j'ai posé le pied sur la jetée à 300m du bateau, à 7h47 j'étais sur le bateau. Ca faisait 10 minutes qu'il lui disait de m'appeler (ce qu'elle a fait et je lui ai dit que j'étais là dans les 3 minutes) et à 2 minutes près il faisait partir le bateau sans moi : hors de question de m'attendre 2 minutes. Il ne rigolait pas du tout ce qui est un comble puisque nous sommes revenus à la marina vers 15h30 alors qu'ils mettent un retour vers 16h30 approximativement.
letishals from Australia wrote on 25 April 2025
Small Group Snorkel and Dive!
What an awesome way to spend a day! The team was prepared, knowledgeable and so much fun! All equipment (snorkel and diving) was well maintained and provided. And some easy breakfast snacks and lunch meals were provided throughout the day too....there was even champagne provided on the way back into Cairns to end off a wonderful day. I highly recommend the Reef Daytripper team. The group size is small and easier to access the reefs, joining in on a guided snorkel tour is enjoyable and you see so much reef life. And when you're tired you can just head back to the boat and rest catamaran style!! I also recommend the team themselves as they are professional but easygoing! I'll definitely be back! The experience was wonderful!
Arnfinn Kambestad from Norway wrote on 23 March 2025
Best way to see the Reef
I would say that this is by far the best way to see the Reef! The experience you get on a small boat with max 20 people is amazing, don't bother with the bigger ones. The crew was so lovely, talkative, and just a blast to spend the day with. The food we got was exactly what you'd wish for after a swim, makes you ready to head back out in the ocean! Make sure to go for a dive with Luke while your there, he makes the experience feel like you belong in the ocean.
evaw10 from Germany wrote on 08 January 2025
Awesome day trip, highly recommended!
Had an absolutely amazing day with the crew and the rest of the guests. The guided snorkeling tour is perfect if you want to see the most, food was great and I was able to spontaneously go for an intro dive. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone looking to go to the reef with a small boat and perfect crew!
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Patricia Moulin from France wrote on 30 August 2023
Bonne expérience !
Le Tarif raisonnable nous a convaincus d essayer. La compagnie a fait de son mieux. Équipage consciencieux, adaptable, gentil, pédagogue et patient avec nous qui étions total débutants. Nous avons apprécié la nourriture (y compris le repas special sans gluten pour mon fils) Très honnête : l'un d entre nous a dû renoncé à son baptême de plongée en dernière minute et la prestation n'a pas été facturée. C est vraiment chic ! MERCI.