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Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour
Travel to the Great Barrier Reef on a magnificent 25 metre custom designed sailing catamaran. Includes a visit to 2 unique destinations and a buffet lunch.
What to expect
See the best of the Great Barrier Reef in style and comfort with this sailing cruise from Cairns aboard a purpose-built sailing and brand new catamaran! Live the life of luxury aboard a wonderful vessel while surrounded by the spectacular azure blues and emerald greens of Australia's most famous natural icon as we head out to two stunning outer reef locations where you'll have the opportunity to snorkel with all the marine life, take part in scuba diving or simply relax on the spacious foredeck and soak up the sunshine - the choice is yours.
We ensure you get to experience the least crowded areas so you can maximise your enjoyment of the reef, with a great, friendly crew who will provide you with all scuba and snorkelling tuition plus give you a guided snorkelling tour pointing out all the best marine highlights. With morning and afternoon tea as well as a tropical buffet lunch and all equipment included, this is the comprehensive reef day trip for those who want to get a full day of Outer Reef enjoyment while "taking it easy" amongst these unforgettably picturesque surrounds. For the ultimate one-day Great Barrier Reef adventure, book this sailing cruise from Cairns online today.
What's included
- Full day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise
- Snorkelling tuition
- Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch
- Guided snorkel tour
- Morning with freshly brewed coffee and muffins
- Afternoon Tea with a cheese platter
- Scuba diving demonstration
- Wetsuits in Winter and stinger suits in Summer
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Note
- Passions III underwent a 5-week major refit through April and May 2026. Our refit included new engines, mechanical updates, fully replace upholstery, new internal and external flooring plus a full repaint.
Exclusions
- Hotel pick ups - These are available at an extra cost of $30pp from Cairns City & $45pp from Northern Beaches Hotels and are payable on board the day of travel.
Extras
- Hotel transfers
- Introductory and Certified Scuba diving
- All optional extras are available for purchase on the day of the tour
- Onboard upgrades at subject to availability
Time
- Cruise departs Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal daily at 8am and returns at 5pm. Check in commences from 7.15am
What To Bring
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Swimming gear
- Sunglasses
- Money for any extras on board
Terms and Conditions
- CBC operates private charter experiences without a fixed or guaranteed itinerary. All itineraries are subject to change and will be determined by weather conditions, sea conditions, safety considerations, the duration of the charter and the overall guest experience, at the sole discretion of the Master and/or CBC.
- CBC operates private charter experiences within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Charter destinations may include, but are not limited to, outer reef sites, island reef sites, fringing reefs, coral cays, sand cays, and other suitable locations within the operating area.
- Rain and wind are not, by themselves, considered adverse weather conditions. Due to the tropical climate in which CBC operates, rainfall, changing wind conditions and variable weather are common and should be expected.
- Scuba diving in Queensland has strict medical requirements. Certain medical conditions (including but not limited to asthma, heart conditions, diabetes, or the use of prescription medication) may prevent participation in diving activities. Some passengers may be required to obtain medical clearance from a doctor prior to diving. Please note that medical clearance must meet recognised diving medical standards and may be declined if it is deemed insufficient or not appropriate for scuba diving. Participation in diving activities is subject to approval by our qualified dive instructors, and final decisions are made with safety as the highest priority.
