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Reef Magic: Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise with Pontoon Activities and Lunch

Great Barrier Reef glass bottom boat tour showcasing vibrant coral and marine life near Cairns, Australia.
Tourists enjoying a full-day cruise from Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef, exploring marine life through a glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tours
Tourists enjoying a full-day cruise from Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef, exploring marine life through a glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours
Tourists snorkelling at the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
    • Experience a complete reef adventure on the all‑weather and newest all-weather pontoon at the Great Barrier Reef, offering spacious, luxurious, and less crowded conditions.
    • Benefit from a friendly, locally owned Cairns crew renowned for personalized service and superior equipment access.
    • Enjoy diverse water activities—a glass‑bottom boat tour, marine biologist sessions, and the option to include a 35-minute guided snorkeling tour or an introductory scuba diving session with expert instructors.
    • Full-day tour to Reef Magic Pontoon from Cairns
    • 5 hours at reef activity pontoon
    • Snorkelling equipment with safety instructions
    • Lycra suit and wetsuit
    • Buffet lunch (menu here)
    • Morning and afternoon tea
    • Tea, coffee, and drinking water
    • Guided snorkeling tour (if option selected)
    • Introductory dive (if option selected)
    • Glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tour with commentary
    • Fish feeding and Great Barrier Reef marine biology presentation
    • Sundeck, fresh water showers, and changing rooms
    • Underwater reef viewing observatory
    • Infants’ safety swimming enclosure
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Your journey starts from Cairns on a medium-sized catamaran. From there you'll cruise to Moore Reef and step onto a newly rebuilt pontoon, designed for smaller groups and a more personal experience. Here, certified guides provide detailed instructions before leading you on a guided snorkeling session if you’ve opted for it. With up to 5 hours available, you can explore the underwater world at a leisurely pace or opt for exciting semi‑sub rides that offer a unique perspective of the reef’s marine life.

    Relax with lunch and tea breaks and enjoy the surroundings while engaging with interactive eco-presentations. The smaller group size ensures that guests receive personalized attention and easy access to premium equipment. Optional upgrades such as a guided snorkeling tour or introductory scuba diving session are available too.

  • What to bring

    • Bring your swimsuits, towels, sun protection (SPF 30+ and water resistant), hat sunglasses, camera, and cash/credit card for onboard purchases.
    • Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.

    What's not allowed

    • Safety is a priority, so the diving experience is restricted for children under 12 years.

    Accessibility

    • Certain medical conditions like asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure, or specific medications may exclude individuals from diving.
    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • A medical questionnaire must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian for divers under 18 years.
    • After diving, intervals of 12-24 hours are recommended prior to flying depending on the depths of dives and accrued dive time.
    • Helicopters for scenic flights have maximum weight limits to ensure safety. Here’s a quick guide: 3-seat: 240 kg (529 lbs), 4-seat: 320 kg (705 lbs), and 6-seat: 490 kg (1,080 lbs).
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    Boarding point

    • Board your cruise at Reef Magic.

    • Address: Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

    Get directions to the boarding point

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