Passions of Paradise Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour
About This Activity
Spend a full day exploring two Outer Great Barrier Reef locations aboard Passions of Paradise’s spacious sailing catamaran. Departing from Cairns, the experience includes snorkelling equipment, a guided snorkel tour, a freshly prepared buffet lunch and a presentation from an eco-accredited marine naturalist.
Highlights
- Visit two Outer Great Barrier Reef locations selected according to the day’s conditions.
- Snorkel among coral gardens and diverse marine life.
- Join a complimentary guided snorkel tour.
- Travel aboard a spacious, high-performance sailing catamaran.
- Enjoy a freshly prepared hot and cold tropical buffet lunch.
- Learn about the reef during a marine naturalist presentation.
- Relax on the upper deck or netted deck trampoline during the journey.
Full Description
Depart from Cairns aboard the Passions of Paradise catamaran for a full-day journey to two Outer Great Barrier Reef locations. The experienced crew selects the most suitable reef sites each day based on weather and sea conditions.
Snorkelling equipment and tuition are provided, making the experience suitable for both confident snorkellers and guests trying it for the first time. Guests can explore with a buddy or join the complimentary guided snorkel tour to learn more about the coral and marine life.
Between reef activities, relax in the indoor or outdoor areas of the catamaran and enjoy morning tea, a freshly prepared hot and cold tropical buffet lunch, and afternoon tea. During the return journey, an eco-accredited marine naturalist provides an informative presentation about the Great Barrier Reef and its ecosystem.
Optional introductory and certified scuba diving experiences may be available at an additional cost and are subject to availability and medical requirements.
Itinerary
| Starting location: | Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. |
| Sailing catamaran: | Depart Cairns and travel to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. |
| First reef location: | Snorkelling, guided snorkelling, optional diving or time to relax onboard. |
| Onboard lunch: | Freshly prepared hot and cold tropical buffet. |
| Second reef location: | More time for snorkelling, optional diving or relaxing onboard. |
| Return journey: | Afternoon tea and a marine naturalist presentation. |
| Drop-off location: | Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns. |
**For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Includes
- Full-day catamaran journey from Cairns.
- Visits to two Outer Great Barrier Reef locations, subject to conditions.
- All snorkelling equipment.
- Snorkelling tuition.
- Complimentary guided snorkel tour.
- Seasonal wetsuit or Lycra suit.
- Morning and afternoon tea.
- Tea, coffee and water.
- Freshly prepared hot and cold buffet lunch.
- Marine naturalist presentation.
- Prescription masks, subject to availability.
- Supervision and assistance from the experienced crew.
Not Included
- Introductory or certified scuba diving.
- Underwater photography and camera hire.
- Snacks, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages from the onboard bar.
- Hotel transfers.
- Personal purchases.
Not Suitable For
Optional scuba diving is subject to Queensland medical requirements. Certain medical conditions or prescription medications may prevent participation. Guests participating in water activities must complete the required medical questionnaire.
Meeting Point
Check in at the Passions of Paradise counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Check-in is available from 7:00 am, boarding begins at approximately 7:30 am, and the catamaran departs at 8:00 am. The tour generally returns to Cairns between 4:45 pm and 5:00 pm, depending on weather and operational conditions.
Important Information
Reef locations are selected each day according to weather and sea conditions. Although the tour generally visits two locations, operational or safety conditions may require the itinerary to change or only one location to be visited. Sailing is weather dependent. Optional diving should be arranged in advance where possible and remains subject to availability and medical clearance. Return transfers from Cairns City and the Northern Beaches may be available for an additional charge and are not included in the standard tour price.
What to Bring
- Swimwear.
- Towel.
- Hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Camera.
- Credit or debit card for optional purchases.
Not Allowed
- Guests cannot participate in in-water activities without completing the required medical questionnaire.
- All snorkellers must follow the crew’s safety instructions and use the buddy system.
Know Before You Go
Reef locations are selected each day according to weather and sea conditions. Although the tour generally visits two locations, operational or safety conditions may require the itinerary to change or only one location to be visited. Sailing is weather dependent.