Why choose this Cairns & the Tropical North tour ?

On this 8-hour tour from Cairns, cruise out to an activity platform on the outer Great Barrier Reef for a day of exploring this natural wonder in different ways.

Reef Magic’s location is selected for its water clarity, coral quality, and diversity of marine life, which you can see while snorkeling or taking a tour by glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible vessel.

Learn about the wildlife from on-board marine biologists, and choose to participate in more activities, if you wish, like scuba diving or a helicopter ride (additional expense). All ages and swimming abilities are welcome. Buffet lunch is included as well as morning and afternoon tea.



Make the most of your Cairns & the Tropical North adventure

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring a swimsuit, hat, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and cash or credit card for any on-board purchases
  • All diving is subject to the completion of an on-board medical questionnaire. Certain medical conditions (such as asthma, epilepsy, and high blood pressure) and medications may exclude individuals from diving. Minimum age to dive is 12 years with parent/guardian permission required for those under 18 years. Certified divers must produce their certification cards. After diving, intervals of 12-24 hours are recommended prior to flying in any type of aircraft dependent on depth of dives and total accrued dive time
  • Helicopter flights: Route flown and type of aircraft used are subject to weather, air traffic control, aircraft availability and, ultimately, the pilot’s discretion. Maximum of 1 infant allowed per flight. Maximum combined passenger weight limits apply


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Cruise & Snorkel Safari
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    Cruise & Snorkel Safari
  • Cruise & Scenic Heli
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    10 minute Scenic Heli Flight: Departing from the Reef Magic platform, view the reef from above in this 10 minute scenic helicopter flight.
  • Cruise & Certified Diving
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    1 Certified Dive: Explore the Great Barrier Reef with a certified dive from the Reef Magic pontoon
  • Cruise & Snorkelling
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  • Cruise & Introductory Diving
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    1 Introductory Dive: No experience necessary to go scuba diving from the Reef Magic pontoon
  • Cruise & Coral Gardens Snorkel
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    Coral Gardens Snorkel Tour

Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Hot/cold buffet lunch
  • Marine biologist presentation
  • All taxes and fees
  • Glass bottom boat tour & underwater reef viewing observatory
  • Morning and afternoon tea with tea, coffee, and filtered water throughout the day
  • Snorkeling equipment including mask & snorkel, fins and wetsuit/lycra suit rental.

Not Included

  • Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches are at an additional cost.
  • Optional activities: introductory scuba diving, helmet diving, certified scuba diving, guided snorkel tour with a marine biologist, SEABOB jet-powered snorkeling experience, and scenic reef helicopter flight
  • Prescription snorkel and dive masks are available for rental on board

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Special Instructions:

    Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Reef Magic.
  • 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 4.5 Stars based on 779 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.