Why choose this Cairns & the Tropical North tour ?

Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef. The 80-foot catamaran sails from Cairns to two unique locations where you can choose to dive or snorkel with colorful fish, turtles and an amazing array of coral. With a choice of 27 outer Great Barrier Reef destinations your friendly crew can select the location best suited to the weather offering you the best possible Great Barrier Reef experience on a luxury purpose built catamaran!



Make the most of your Cairns & the Tropical North adventure

What makes Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran a unique experience ?

Passions of Paradise have access to over 26 destinations on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Each day you will visit 2 of these locations chosen for their suitability to the weather conditions. Snorkel or dive with our experienced crew and view an underwater world teeming with marine life and spectacular coral reefs.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please bring swim wear, towels, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat!
  • Check in will commence at 7.00am at the Reef Fleet Terminal and closes at 7:45am for an 8am departure
  • Please note: prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression. Please contact us directly to discuss your suitability for diving.
  • The minimum age for scuba diving in Queensland is 12 years
  • Scuba Diving in Queensland; prescription medication and certain medical conditions, both past and present, will preclude you from scuba diving in Queensland without a Queensland Dive Medical. These conditions include, but are not limited to, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, heart problems, lung problems, ear problems, high or low blood pressure, current cough, cold or flu, chronic sinus conditions, fainting or seizures, plus the use of prescription medication including those used for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
  • Scuba divers must allow 18 hours between their last dive and a flight. You cannot participate in scuba diving if you plan to travel by air within 24 hours of your trip. This includes participating in sky diving activities.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Be a Marine Biologist!
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    Private Marine Biologist Host
  • One Introductory Dive
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    One Introductory Dive (12yrs+): One introductory dive – minimum age 12.
    ​​​​​​​MEDICAL RESTRICTIONS: Prescription medication & certain medical conditions will preclude you from scuba diving without a Queensland Dive Medical.
  • One Certified Dive
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    One Certified Dive: Includes one certified dive
    Certification Required : Proof of scuba diving certification is required prior to undertaking the experience
  • Cruise and Snorkel
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    Snorkel: Includes all snorkeling equipment and guided snorkel tour. No experience Required!

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • A marine naturalist presentation
  • Winter Wet Suits or Summer Sun Suits
  • A stylish fast modern catamaran visiting two exclusive outer reef locations
  • Prescription Masks
  • Complimentary Snorkel tour and tuition
  • All marine park fees and levies

Not Included

  • Underwater Camera hire: AU$80 with an 8GB micro SD card or AU$60 with your own card
  • Soft drinks and alcohol available at the bar (cash and credit cards accepted)
  • Return transfers; Cairns City $20p/p. Cairns Northern Beaches $30p/p – Must be booked in advance
  • Carbon offset – Offset your carbon foot print for only $1p/p

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Special Instructions:

    Check in at the Reef Fleet Terminal from 7:00 am prior to boarding the vessel. departure is at 8:00am sharp.

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Passions of Paradise.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Brisbane.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 2207 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.