Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Dive from Cairns

Head out from Cairns on a shared boat trip to snorkel the sheltered lagoon at Upolu Reef. Explore from the surface or go deeper with introductory or certified scuba diving, depending on your selected option.

• Ease into snorkeling with extra assistance and instruction for beginners
• Learn about the reef through an onboard introduction and education
• Enjoy tropical fruit, cheese and crackers on board, with the menu varying by season and availability

Itinerary

1. Depart at 07:45 aboard Reef Daytripper from Marlin Marina’s D-Finger, the last boat on the right at the end of the finger.
2. Travel by boat to Upolu Reef.
3. Explore Upolu Reef on a guided diving and snorkeling session lasting 1 hour 45 minutes.
4. Enjoy a tropical-style buffet lunch for 30 minutes.
5. Join a second guided diving and snorkeling session lasting 1 hour 30 minutes.
6. Travel back by boat.
7. Return to the Reef Daytripper departure point at 16:30.

What's Included

• English-speaking staff
• Snorkeling equipment: fins, mask, snorkel and exposure suit
• Prescription masks and flotation aids if required
• Tropical-style buffet lunch, snacks and refreshments
• Coffee or tea on arrival
• Scuba diving with equipment, onboard tuition, briefings and instructor guidance for scuba-inclusive options

Important details

• Children aged 0–14 require an accompanying paying adult. Adult rates apply from age 15
• Scuba diving is for ages 12+ only
• Divers aged 60+ require a physician-completed Australian Standards Dive Medical certificate (AS4005.1) confirming fitness to dive
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
• A snorkel vest is required during snorkeling for ages 65+
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure for check-in