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Outer Reef Day Trip with Intro SCUBA Dive

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Always wanted to try scuba diving? This is your chance. Experience your first dive on the Great Barrier Reef, then enjoy a full day of snorkelling and reef activities at our Moore Reef pontoon.

Always wanted to try scuba diving? This is your chance. Experience your first dive on the Great Barrier Reef, then enjoy a full day of snorkelling and reef activities at our Moore Reef pontoon.

Highlights

  • Discover scuba diving with a qualified instructor. Perfect for first-time divers.
  • Experience the Outer Great Barrier Reef from our spacious Moore Reef pontoon, surrounded by vibrant coral and incredible marine life.
  • Unlimited self-guided snorkelling with all snorkel equipment provided, so you can explore at your own pace.
  • Enjoy all pontoon activities, including the waterslide, glass bottom boat tours and semi-submersible coral viewing.
  • Tropical buffet lunch included to keep you fuelled for your adventure.
  • A true bucket-list experience combining an introductory scuba dive with a full day of reef adventure, relaxation and unforgettable memories.

Have you always wanted to try scuba diving? There's no better place to take your first breath underwater than the spectacular Great Barrier Reef.

This full-day experience combines an introductory scuba dive with everything you need to enjoy an unforgettable day at Moore Reef, our permanently moored reef pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. No previous diving experience is required. Your qualified dive instructor will guide you through every step, providing a full safety briefing and accompanying you throughout your dive.

After your dive, continue exploring the reef with unlimited self-guided snorkelling. All snorkelling equipment, plus buoyancy vest and kycra suits are included, giving you the freedom to discover vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life at your own pace.

When you're not in the water, there's plenty more to enjoy. Take a ride on the waterslide, join a glass bottom boat tour, explore the reef from the semi-submersible, or simply relax on the spacious sundecks and soak up the views. Plus, a delicious tropical buffet lunch is included!

Whether you're ticking scuba diving off your bucket list or looking for the ultimate Great Barrier Reef day trip from Cairns, this experience offers the perfect combination of adventure, relaxation and unforgettable reef memories.

Itinerary

  • 8.45-9.30am: Check in at the Reef Fleet Terminal
  • 9.30-10.00am Boarding at the Cairns Marlin Marina
  • 10.15am - Depart Cairns, your diving briefing and scheduling for the dive will take place on the journey.
  • 12.00pm - Arrive at the Moore Reef Pontoon. Enjoy 4 hrs here!
  • 4.00pm - Depart the Moore Reef Pontoon, heading back to Cairns
  • 5.30pm - Arrive back at the Cairns Marlin Marina, after the best day ever!
Adult $456.00

What's included

  • 1 x Introductory SCUBA Dive
  • Pontoon facilities such as Underwater Observatory, Sun Deck, Freshwater showers and change rooms plus ample seating
  • Access to the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Glass bottom boat and semi submersible tours, plus self guided snorkeling with all equipment included!
  • Buffet Lunch, plus complimentary tea and coffee while the boat is docked.

Duration

  • Allow approximately 8 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 12
  • Ages 12 and above are permitted to participate

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the weather or anything else out of your control) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Minimum age is 12 years. Guests under 18 years must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian. Your dive briefing is conducted during the cruise to Moore Reef and takes approximately 20 minutes. Allow around 1 hour for your introductory dive experience, including equipment fitting, safety and skills briefing (approximately 30 minutes) and an underwater dive of around 30-35 minutes with your instructor. Please wear swimwear under your clothing, ready to change into your wetsuit. Flying after diving: For your safety, you must not fly for at least 12 hours after a single dive or 18 hours after multiple dives. You will be required to complete a Diver Medical Questionnaire before your dive. Certain medical conditions, medications or previous health history may prevent participation or require written clearance from a doctor before diving. If you are unsure please contact us prior to making your booking as refunds are not guaranteed for failed medicals.

Available Bookings from 11 Jul to 24 Jul 2026

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