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  •  Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas
  •  Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour to Agincourt Reef by Quicksilver Cruises with Coach Transfers from Port Douglas

Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour to Agincourt Reef by Quicksilver Cruises with Coach Transfers from Port Douglas

Quicksilver

  • Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas
  • English
  • 6.5 hours (approx.)
  • Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
  • 24 Working Hours Confirmation

Standard Inclusions

  • 1. Full day catamaran cruise
  • 2. Morning & afternoon tea
  • 3. Reef presentation by marine biologist.
  • 4. Tropical smorgasbord lunch
  • 5. Snorkel equipment provided
  • 6. Stinger/Lycra Suits & Bouyancy Aids provided
  • 7. Qualified lifeguard supervision
  • 8. Underwater observatory fish & coral viewing
  • 9. Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessels
  • 10. Fish feeding (conducted by crew)
  • 11. Transport from/to selected hotel
From AUD
$320.00

1 Key Facts

Included

  • 1. Full day catamaran cruise
  • 2. Morning & afternoon tea
  • 3. Reef presentation by marine biologist.
  • 4. Tropical smorgasbord lunch
  • 5. Snorkel equipment provided
  • 6. Stinger/Lycra Suits & Bouyancy Aids provided
  • 7. Qualified lifeguard supervision
  • 8. Underwater observatory fish & coral viewing
  • 9. Coral viewing by semi-submersible vessels
  • 10. Fish feeding (conducted by crew)
  • 11. Transport from/to selected hotel

Not included

  • 1. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
  • 2. Souvenirs
  • 3. Travel Insurance
Destination Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas
Depature point ● Departs: daily, all year round
   Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December)
● Departure Point: Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina (Address: 44 Wharf Street, Port Douglas QLD 4877)
● Departure Time: 10:00 (approx.)
   Departure time is reference only and subject to availability. Precise departure time will be advised in your booking confirmation email.
   Complementary transfer from/to selected hotels included before departure time. Must be pre-booked.
● Leaves outer reef at approximately 15:00
● Arrives back at approximately 16:30
Address Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina (Address: 44 Wharf Street, Port Douglas QLD 4877)
How to get there Complimentary transfer from/to selected hotels included. Please indicate the name of your hotel at the point of booking - the most convenient pick-up location and time will be advised in your booking confirmation.
Operating hours
Daily (except Christmas Day) 10:00 - 16:30 Boarding at 09:30
Christmas Day (25 December) Closed
Check-in requirements Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the pick-up time at your booked pick up location. There might be 5-10 minutes delay depends on the traffic on the day. If you think the coach is late or you are not being picked up, please call The Service Provider and quote your confirmation number to double check.
What to bring/wear ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Swimwear, towel
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Comfortable shoes
● Light jacket / sweater for windy or cool days
● Camera (waterproof)
● Money / credit card for optional purchases
Other info ● Fuel Surcharge
With fluctuations in world oil prices, it may be necessary to apply a fuel surcharge to your ticket price. In such cases any charge will be collected on departure.

● Child Policy
- Children 4-14 years.
- Children under 3 years free of charge.

● Levy Description
A Government Environmental Management Charge of $7.00 is payable by each adult and each child (4 years and over) entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. These charges are included in the total price shown.

● Diving & Snorkelling Terms & Conditions
- Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from diving, it is recommended to consult your doctor in advance.
- Minimum age for diving is 12 years.
- We recommend a wait of 12 hours but preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
- Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. Please use caution and inform the crew of any medical conditions.

2 Overview

Agincourt Reef is a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience first hand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-sub, just one metre underwater. Watch the fish feeding from the unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory. Whichever way you choose, you'll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder.

Outer Barrier Reef Full Day Tour to Agincourt Reef by Quicksilver Cruises with Coach Transfers from Port Douglas

Quicksilver takes you to Agincourt Reef, at the very outer edge of the Barrier Reef. Here, special reefs known as 'ribbons' run parallel to the Continental Shelf. Adjacent to the Coral Sea trench, these ribbon reefs are recognised as the most pristine eco-systems in the reef's environment. Clear water provides the best possible underwater visibility, encourages rich coral growth and supports spectacular marine life. As the region's outer reef pioneer, we chose the best location available to show you nature's finest.

Entering the dramatic beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is an extraordinary experience. It's a day that engages all your senses, lifts your spirit and takes you into another realm. Sharing the wonder of the world's largest living entity, realising its breathtaking colour and majesty, seeing nature at its most perfect is an awakening and, quite simply, the memory of a lifetime. Come and experience nature's finest with Australia's best. At Agincourt ribbon reef, you'll feel as if you've embraced paradise.

 

Sample Itinerary

Reference Only. Subject to change without notice. Itineraries may operate in reverse order, in a different sequence, be swapped around, or in rare circumstances be replaced by other best suited items to suit tides, times & conditions.

Time Itinerary
09:15 Check in Check-in to receive boarding pass
09:30 Boarding After checking in, board the vessel and enjoy the complimentary morning tea/coffee on boarding. For your safety, hot drinks are not served once the vessel is underway. Passengers are required to be onboard the vessel 15 minutes before departure (10am).
10:00 Departure Choose to sit in the air-conditioned cabins or on the outside decks as our Wavepiercer departs the Reef Marina for the Outer Barrier Reef.
10:30 Presentation A Marine biology presentation is shown on the vessel monitors 30 minutes after departure. A snorkelling demonstration will follow. If you’re participating in scuba diving or helmet diving, you’ll have a 30 minute briefing with the dive crew in readiness for your dive.
11:30 Outer Barrier Reef Swim and snorkel from the activity platform. Underwater observatory open for coral and fish viewing. Semi-subs depart every fifteen minutes from the rear of the platform. Pre-booked guided snorkel, scuba and helmet diving, and scenic helicopter flights commence as scheduled. Fish feed presentation conducted in the snorkel area.
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch served Lunch [included in the fare] is served. Enjoy a hot and cold tropical buffet, containing fresh prawns, pastas, meats, salads and fruit. There are full bar facilities available where you can purchase drinks.
After lunch Time for more reef activities or just relax and take in the view!
15:00 Return Depart Agincourt Reef for Port Douglas. Chat with the marine biologists, enjoy the reef video and even the photographers photos of the day on the homeward journey.
16:30 Arrival at Reef Marina Arrival at Reef Marina, Port Douglas.

 

Snorkelling at Agincourt Reef

Snorkelling is one of the many activities included in your day and is one of the best ways to view the incredible underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Our friendly crew are on hand to show you how. On your journey out to Agincourt Reef, you can view an instructional video on how to snorkel to teach you the right techniques.

 

Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour

Even without entering the water, you can stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver sub.  Seated just one metre underwater, experience a diver's view of the reef as you glide slowly through the reef lagoons and colourful coral gardens in air conditioned comfort. The semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour takes approximately 25 minutes and includes an informed commentary on the marine life observed during the journey and an overview of the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

 

Underwater Observatory

Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique viewing platform and underwater observatory located directly in front of the platform. From here, you can also view "first time" divers taking part in introductory dives. You can see the reef vibrate with the hues, stripes, and shimmering's of a myriad of fishes.

 

 

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

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