Great Adventures Cairns Discover the Wonders of the Great Barrier Reef
Great Adventures Cairns
- Eco-Certified Tours: Great Adventures holds Advanced Ecotourism Certification, ensuring environmentally responsible practices and educational experiences.
- Modern Vessels: Travel in comfort aboard spacious catamarans equipped with full amenities, ensuring a smooth ride to your destination.
- Inclusive Experiences: Catering to swimmers and non-swimmers alike, with activities like the Scuba Doo underwater scooter and scenic helicopter flights.
- Educational Opportunities: Learn about the reef’s ecosystem through marine biologist presentations and eco reef talks.
- Family-Friendly: Activities suitable for all ages, making it an ideal choice for families seeking adventure and education.
- Flexible Options: Choose from various tour packages to fit your schedule and interests, with optional add-ons for a personalised experience.
- Stunning Locations: Visit some of the most vibrant and diverse sections of the Great Barrier Reef, teeming with marine life and coral formations.
Experience the Best of Reef and Rainforest
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Great Adventures Cairns, a premier tour operator offering exceptional experiences to the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island. Departing daily from Cairns aboard high-speed, air-conditioned catamarans, Great Adventures provides a range of activities suitable for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re an avid diver, a first-time snorkeler, or prefer to stay dry while exploring, there’s something for everyone
Tour Highlights
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Green Island Discovery: Spend up to 7 hours on Green Island, a unique coral cay with lush rainforest. Enjoy snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, and access to island day facilities.
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Outer Reef Adventure: Experience 3 hours at the Outer Reef Activity Platform, with options to snorkel, dive, or explore the reef via a semi-submersible tour and underwater observatory.
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Island & Reef Combo: Combine the best of both worlds with 2 hours on Green Island and 3 hours at the Outer Reef, including all activities and a buffet lunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know how to swim to enjoy the tour?
What should I bring on the tour?
Are meals included in the tour?
Can I book optional activities on the day of the tour?
Is the tour suitable for children?
Ready for the Reef Adventure of a Lifetime?
Whether you’re snorkelling for the first time, diving into vibrant coral gardens, or simply soaking up the scenery from the comfort of the pontoon, Great Adventures Cairns delivers an unforgettable Great Barrier Reef experience. With expert guides, modern facilities, and a strong commitment to eco-tourism, it’s the perfect way to explore one of the world’s natural wonders. From families and first-timers to adventurers and ocean lovers, everyone is welcome aboard. Let Great Adventures be your gateway to the reef—where the magic of the underwater world is just a heartbeat away.
Highlights
The stable Reef activity platform is the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore to wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Itinerary
Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour itinerary
- 9.30 am First check-in at Great Adventures Reservations Counter inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
- 10:10 am Next, board the vessel.
- Complimentary morning tea/coffee served.
- 10:30 am Journey to the Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon.
- 11:20 am During the day, watch the Reef Presentation shown on the vessel’s monitors.
- Snorkelling demonstration by the crew.
- 12:30 pm Arrive at the Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon.
- 1:00-2:30 pm Time for hot and cold buffet lunch.
- Enjoy more reef activities or relax on the sundeck and take in the views!
- Tea and coffee are available while at the platform.
- 3:45 pm Departure to Cairns via Green Island.
- Complimentary cheese and biscuits served on the homeward journey.
- 5:30 pm Arrive at Marlin Marina, Cairns.
Included
Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
Tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
Cake selection served for morning tea
Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
Snorkelling equipment
Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
Reef education presentation
Hot and cold buffet lunch with fresh prawns
Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
Underwater Observatory
Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform
Cheese and crackers served on the return journey.
Optional Extras
- Coach transfers from your hotel to Cairns Marlin Marina
- Scuba Diving
- Scuba Doo
- Helicopter tour
What to bring
What to Bring:
– Hat and shirt for sun protection. We recommend marine-friendly sunscreen.
– Swimwear and towel.
– Camera.
– Professional photo service on board (additional cost).
– Cash or credit card for option activities or onboard purchases.
How to get there
Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Cairns check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns from 09:30 am.
Where Can I Park?
There are several parking stations throughout Cairns in walking distance of the Marina. Click here to see where
Important Information
Important Scuba Diving Information for Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour
It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
Queensland, Australia, has some of the world’s strictest scuba diving rules and the safest scuba diving record. We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.
Would you like to try scuba diving?
To avoid disappointment on your day of travel, we strongly recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking, as some medical conditions, age, and medications may prevent you from scuba diving.
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after diving. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive. If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after your dive. We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible