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Outer Great Barrier Reef Day Trip departing Cairns - MV Sunkist (excludes $20 levy)

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Join the team from Cairns Dive Centre aboard MV Sunkist for an epic day on the Great Barrier Reef! See the reef at its’ most pristine – we take you to the outer reef where you will see impressive coral formations and marine life at its best

Join the team from Cairns Dive Centre aboard MV Sunkist for an epic day on the Great Barrier Reef! See the reef at its’ most pristine – we take you to the outer reef where you will see impressive coral formations and marine life at its best

Your day start with check in at and we head to the outer Great Barrier Reef via the beautiful Fitzroy Island for a brief stop and on to the outer Great Barrier Reef

With 19 sites to choose from, we will head to the likes of Sudbury Cay, Sudbury Reef, Elford Reef, Channel Reef, Moore Reef, Thetford Reef or Milne Reef; finding the best 2 reef site for the conditions for us to meet and spend the day

MV Sunkist is a mono hull 18 meter dive boat, and while perfect for the budget conscious traveller, you will receive fantastic service from a dedicated, professional crew - selected for their extensive local knowledge and there absolute love of Cairns and its natural environment. Wetsuits and safety vests are available for the first time snorkeler or anyone feeling uneasy in the water

  • Arrive at outer reef at 9:45am, first snorkel at approx. 10am
  • Lunch includes a cold buffet selection of meats, salads and tropical fruits provided
  • Second snorkel opportunity after lunch
  • All of the latest snorkel gear supplied
  • Scuba Diving available – both Introductory and Certified diving can be pre booked below by selecting trip plus dive options.- You can also request a second introductory or certified dive onboard for an additional AUD$40, payable on board on the day (availability dependent).

Check-In Cairns 7.30am check in / 8:00am departure

Returns in Cairns: Between 4 and 5pm

Meeting point: Please be down Sunkist, located at the Marlin Marina - Gate E, at the end of the jetty, by 7:30 am for a 8:00 am departure.

Transport: You will need to make your own way to the meeting point, transport is not provided.

What to bring: Towel, hat and sunscreen

Minimum age: 12 years

Snorkel Price: $120 per person + $20 pay on board levy

Trip plus Scuba Dive Price: $170 per person + $20 pay on board levy

$20 reef levy & admin fee payable direct to the operator on the day and not included in the pricing below

 

***IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE:***

If you are doing a snorkel or dive on one of our Day trip boats, you will be asked to fill out and sign a Medical form as your proceed through the checkout.

Please review this form and if you answer "YES" to any questions on the Medical form, you will be required to obtain a Queensland recreational dive medical clearance. This must be arranged prior to day of departure.

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

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Petra Hagen from Germany wrote on 19 November 2019

Amazing trip

Alles in allem war es mega!! Da wir in der Vorsaison waren hatten wir das Glück eine kleine Gruppe zu sein. Die Crew wirkte in allen Dingen sehr professionell!! Für alles war gesorgt. Kirby das einzige weibliche Crewmitglied an diesem Tag - sollte ihre Stimme etwas schonen - sonst ist die weg. Kirby you are the best. Herzlichen Dank auch an Christoph der sich auch Zeit nahm für uns. Toller Tag / Toller Trip / Tolle Crew

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bm.fanb from Germany wrote on 15 August 2019

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From Outer Great Barrier Reef Day Trip departing Cairns - MV Sunkist (excludes $20 levy)

Thankyou for your 4 Star Review :)

Johann Storm from Germany wrote on 06 April 2019

Enttäuschend

Es ist eine Tauchschule, wer schnorlcheln möchte wird vernachlässigt. Das Boot ist alt und sehr langsam, bedeutet du fährst mehr als du schnorchelst. Lieber etwas mehr Geld ausgeben für etwas anständiges.

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We are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your trip.

celines2 from Germany wrote on 27 March 2019

Sehr empfehlenswerte Tour

Ein super Erlebnis! Sehr nette und lustige Crew und tolle Tauchspots. Man hatte an beiden Orten jeweils 1 1/2 Stunden zum Schnorcheln, was perfekt ist. Auch das Essen an Bord war gut

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Thankyou for your review. It sounds like you enjoyed your day and we hope to see you again in the future

Fabian from Germany wrote on 03 March 2019

Super Tour zum Great Barrier Reef

Der Ausflug mit der MV Sunkist war super. Alles war perfekt geplant und es wurde sehr großer Wert auf Sicherheit und Vollständigkeit gelegt. Die beiden besuchten Schnorchelstellen waren beide sehr schön und man konnte viele verschiedene Korallen und Fische bestaunen. Die Crew ist super nett und man hat jede Menge Spaß den ganzen Tag über. Auch das Mittagsbuffet bietet alles was man braucht, obwohl es komplett kalt ist. Definitiv eine Empfehlung!!

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Thankyou for you lovely review

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