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Reef Daytripper - Great Barrier Reef Small Group Sail and Snorkel Day Trip

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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 - $65

Introductory Diving - $70

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

Adult $220.00
Child $180.00 (14 years and under)
Family $740.00 (2 Adults & 2 Children)

What's included

  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea
  • Drinking Water

Duration

  • Allow approximately 9 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Cairns Marlin Marina - at the end of D Finger.
  • We are situated at the very end and are the last boat on the right.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Scuba Diving:

    SCUBA diving can present certain health risks, and ALL candidates are subject to a medical questionnaire before diving is permitted. Certified divers are required to provide proof of certification. The minimum age for diving is 12 years.

    Generally, a 12-hour wait is advisable before any pressurised flights and a 24-hour wait if a diver has done multiple dives over several days or decompression stop diving. Specific advice is usually available from the recognised dive tables selected for the dive.

    Terms and conditions:

    Please note: The company reserves the right to cancel the trip, or use another vessel due to poor weather conditions or mechanical problems. Selected reef sites visited may change with no notice.

    No refund is applicable if you fail to show up on the confirmed travel date. $15 per person marine park and passenger levy is payable by all persons travelling to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This fee is included in the price of your ticket.

Available Bookings from 23 Jan to 5 Feb 2025

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  • Adult$175.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$180.00
  • Family$740.00

  • Adult$209.00 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

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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jaehoj from South Korea wrote on 21 November 2022

환상적인 경험

스탭들은 안적을 최우선으로 관리하였으며 수영을 거의 못하는 저를 스노클링 할 수 있도록 리드하며 배려하였습니다..바다속은 산호초 거북이 상어 다양한 열대어 물고기들로 장관이었습니다. 스탭들은 맛있는 음식과 과일 등 을 준비해줘줬고 시원한 물도 제공하였습니다.. 정말 잊지못할 좋은 경험이었으며, 맛진 추억을 만들어준 스탭들이게 감사드립니다..원더풀!!!

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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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Paul Jackson from Australia wrote on 14 December 2024

Fantastic day out at Upolo Reef

My favourite trip of our holidays - very small group so great support and attention from our tour guides (skipper Mikhala was very professional and knowledgable, Julian and Sophia were excellent scuba diving and snorkeling guides and made us feel very safe whilst having fun. The reef itself was a real eye opener full of beautiful fish. To top it all of the food onboard was very tasty.

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Annika Hansen from Australia wrote on 11 December 2024

amazing value

i have been to the reef a few times now. this tour is far far more worth it than the cheaper options of going to the islands. the crew was also amazing

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Pippa from Germany wrote on 01 December 2024

12 out of 10

We had a great day! We started on time, and we were only a group of twelve. We made two stops for Snorkeling and saw a sea turtle, reef sharks, and many other nice things! We had enough time to explore the reef :) lunch and other food was great and crew was awesome! Thanks guys :)

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