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- Cairns, Great Barrier Reef
- Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour by Great Adventure Cruise Depart from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour by Great Adventure Cruise Depart from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Great Adventures
- Cairns, Great Barrier Reef
- English
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
- 24 Working Hours Confirmation
Standard Inclusions
- 1. Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
- 2. Morning tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
- 3. Morning tea cake selection
- 4. Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
- 5. Snorkelling equipment
- 6. Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
- 7. Reef education presentation
- 8. Hot and cold buffet lunch
- 9. Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
- 10. Underwater Observatory
- 11. Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
- 12. Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform, cheese and biscuits on return journey.
1 Key Facts
Included
- 1. Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
- 2. Morning tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
- 3. Morning tea cake selection
- 4. Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
- 5. Snorkelling equipment
- 6. Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
- 7. Reef education presentation
- 8. Hot and cold buffet lunch
- 9. Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
- 10. Underwater Observatory
- 11. Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
- 12. Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform, cheese and biscuits on return journey.
Not included
- 1. Transport from/to hotels
- 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
- 3. Souvenirs
- 4. Travel Insurance
- 5. Any optional extra items (including but not limited to snorkelling tours / scuba diving / experiences / photo packages) that are not included in the standard admission. All optional extra items are at own expense.
| Destination | Cairns, Great Barrier Reef |
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| Depature point | ● Departs: Till 26 June 2022: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays From 27 June 2022: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December) ● Departure Point: Reef Fleet Terminal (Address: 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870) ● Departure Time: 10:30 Departure time is reference only and subject to availability. ● Leaves at 15:45 ● Arrives back Reef Fleet Terminal at approximately 17:30 |
| Address | Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns, QLD 4870 |
| How to get there | ● By Car - Parking is available at the nearby Pier Shopping Complex/Shangri-la hotel, located opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal. Hourly cost is from AUD $1.20 for indoor and outdoor parking. All day parking is also available near Trinity Wharf at approximately $3 per day. (Parking costs subject to change without notice) ● By Public Transport - Please check the Transport QLD timetables (https://translink.com.au/) for more details to plan your trip. ● Alternatively you can choose to book this product with return hotel transfer services. |
| Operating hours |
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| Reconfirmation requirements | Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, departure location and time, and boarding time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming. |
| Check-in requirements | Please arrive at the ticket office 45 minutes prior to the departure time to exchange for ticket/boarding pass before proceeding to the boarding terminal. Regrettably, failure to arrive before this time will most likely be classified as no-show and result in forfeiting the booking and it cannot be refunded or transferred. If you are not familiar with the area or travelling on a weekend or local public holidays / school holidays, please make sure you've checked your timetable or driving route beforehand, and allow extra travelling time for unexpected delays to ensure you do not miss your check in |
| 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 | 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. |
2 Overview
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour by Great Adventure Cruise Depart from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
The Great Barrier Reef is not one continuous reef, but made up of over 2900 reefs and 900 islands. It is the largest reef structure and marine park in the world. So large in fact that it is visible from the moon!
The Great Barrier Reef first began to grow about 18 million years ago. Since this time, various geological events such as Ice Ages and low seawater levels have interrupted reef growth. The reefs we see today have grown on top of older reef platforms during the last 8000 years.
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 | ||||
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| 09:30 | Check-in at Great Adventures Reservations Counter inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal to obtain your boarding pass. | ||||
| 10:10 |
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| 10:30 | Depart Reef Fleet Terminal for the Outer Great Barrier Reef platform via Green Island. | ||||
| 11:20 |
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| 12:30 |
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| 13:00 - 14:30 |
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| 15:30 | A blast on the ship's horn will signal the time when all passengers should return to the vessel ready for departure. | ||||
| 15:40 | A passenger count is conducted before leaving the Reef. Crew will announce when this commences and we ask all passengers to co-operate during this very important procedure by not moving about the vessel. | ||||
| 15:45 |
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| 17:30 | Arrive Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal | ||||
Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling
Snorkelling is a great way to explore the reef and see the marine life situated around the Great Adventures activity platform. Snorkel, mask, fins and flotation devices are included with your tour. Our crew will help fit you with the gear, give tips to first time snorkelers and our safety officers (lifeguard) patrol the snorkel area to make sure everyone is staying safe.
Semi-Submarine
Explore the vibrant reef from the comfort of the air-conditioned semi-submersible coral viewing tour with informative commentary. Our friendly crew are ready to share their knowledge and passion for the Great Barrier Reef with you. As the spacious semi-sub with wide viewing windows meanders slowly through beautiful coral gardens, you’ll experience the remarkable life below the surface.
The semi-sub tour takes approximately 25 minutes and departs every 30 minutes, or as announced, from the rear of the platform.
Underwater Observatory
From the underwater observatory you will be able to view corals, giant clams and be mesmerised by a myriad of colourful fish and marine life before your eyes. Here you can explore at your own pace or join the Eco Reef talk with the Marine Naturalist. Be sure to check out the extensive interpretive posters in the underwater observatory too. You’ll be identifying Nemos and parrotfish in no time!
Snorkel, mask, fins and flotation devices are included with your tour.
Snorkel and dive, visit the underwater observatory and cruise in a semi-sub, or just relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch.
Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise to outer reef.
At the outer reef platform.
From the comfort of the stable reef activity platform, this is the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore.
Hot and cold buffet lunch.
Escape into a world of surprises to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Outer Great Barrier Reef.
Semi-submersible
Underwater Observatory.
Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour.
Snorkelling is a great way to explore the reef and see the marine life situated around the Great Adventures activity platform.
Snorkel directly from the platform. Collect your snorkel gear and buoyancy vests once on the platform.
The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef structure and marine park in the world.
The Great Barrier Reef is not one continuous reef, but made up of over 2900 reefs and 900 islands.
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.
4 FAQ
On Green Island the restaurant and food outlets provide a wide range of food options suitable for vegetarians. If you have special dietary needs, please contact us directly prior to travel.
At the Outer Reef, there are small lockers on board the vessels and are a single-use locker. These lockers are only small but big enough for most valuables and are quite suitable to use while you are in the water.
As a National Park, restrictions apply to smoking while on Green Island. Smoking is confined to the designated outdoor smoking area located near the Information Desk. This includes electronic cigarettes. Please note smoking is not allowed on the jetty, the patrolled beach or at picnic tables. Please ask crew for further information if required.