Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour
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8 giờ
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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.
Thông tin khác
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
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Depart Cairns on a fast catamaran, which provides a smooth 1.5-hour to the outer Great Barrier Reef. When you arrive at the pontoon, begin your exploration of the reef, a complex and diverse ecosystem home to more than 1,500 species of fish, 400 types of coral, 200 types of birds, and 20 types of reptiles. Snorkel in the sheltered coral lagoon, go scuba diving with a certified dive or introductory session (no experience necessary), or join the on-board marine biologist for a guided snorkeling safari (diving and guided snorkeling at your own expense). Our marine biologists conduct a presentation in the only science lab on the reef. You can also enjoy a session with our marine biologist, who points out resident fish like "Wally," the Maori wrasse. You can even stay dry and view the marine life from the semi-submersible reef viewer, glass-bottom boat, or underwater observatory. Other optional activities (own expense) include a helmet dive for a scuba-style experience up to 3 m deep, or a scenic helicopter flight for an aerial adventure over the reef. Or, simply relax and enjoy the tropical weather on the sundeck.
Bao gồm
Hot/cold buffet lunch
Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, wetsuit/lycra)
Marine biologist presentations
Morning and afternoon tea (coffee, tea, filtered water)
Taxes and fees
Glass-bottom boat and underwater observatory access
Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches
Optional scuba diving, helmet diving, and helicopter flights
Prescription snorkel/dive masks available for rental
Helicopter fuel levy - payable directly to the helicopter operator (if scenic heli option selecte)
Tùy chọn
Cruise & Snorkelling
Cruise & Scenic Heli
10 minute Scenic Heli Flight: Departing from the Reef Magic platform, view the reef from above in this 10 minute scenic helicopter flight.
Cruise & Coral Gardens Snorkel
Coral Gardens Snorkel Tour: No snorkel experience required - great for beginners
Cruise & Snorkel Safari
Cruise & Snorkel Safari: Snorkel experience required for this option
Cruise & Certified Diving
1 Certified Dive: Explore the Great Barrier Reef with a certified dive from the Reef Magic pontoon Min age 12yrs
Cruise & Introductory Diving
1 Introductory Dive: No experience necessary to go scuba diving from the Reef Magic pontoon Min age 12yrs
Đánh giá
851 đánh giá
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Excellent
manuelh343,30 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent organization, service and treatment of staff.
Wonderful day out on the...
Trish H,26 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Wonderful day out on the reef, staff, food and boat excellent. Really lovely staff, so helpful and friendly, very enjoyable experience, highly recommend.
Visitors from Canada
Lorraine A,22 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. I appreciated having the cultural staff on board to teach about the aboriginal history. Snorkeling was well organized and equipment was in good repair. Would love to return again.
Fantastic Crew and Great Reef Platform
Maria C,16 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly staff and a very well organised operation. The crew were knowledgeable and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The pontoon has good facilities and plenty of space to relax between activities. The weather was not the best on the day, but the team did a great job making the most of it and keeping everyone informed. Unfortunately the helicopter flight could not operate due to the weather, but the staff handled it very professionally, offering a prompt refund and keeping me updated so I did not miss out on other activities. Overall a great experience and a very well run reef trip. I would definitely recommend Reef Magic.
Caution
Traveler622925,26 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
3.00Unfortunately TripAdvisor did not forward our email to Reef Magic so we had a panic scramble in the morning. Otherwise, the tour was fine. Be very careful if booking via TripAdvisor.
Excellent day
burnett781,3 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day which was very well organised and informative. Great snorkelling as well as the glass bottom boat and semi submersible.
Fabulous trip
DJSHVT,30 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00A really good trip. Lovely boat to take us out to the pontoon. Loved the snorkelling, semi submersible and glass bottom boat excursions. Lunch was delicious. The staff were so good, we especially liked the guys doing the indigenous info talks. We recommend it!
Incredible experience!
scotthX3639GO,23 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding! The support from the staff, the trip out, and the experience was amazing. The food was great and plentiful as well.
Outstanding marine biologists!
Mary M,23 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00I would highly recommend this tour with Magic Reef. I signed up for the escorted snorkel experience and Ella and Ethan were outstanding! Ella was very informative and Ethan went the extra mile and took underwater videos and pics with the camera I rented on the boat. I can’t thank them enough. They are a very credible, safety oriented company, with a focus on an educational, customer-focused experience. Thanks for a day I’ll always remember!
Tour of a lifetime ! Visit the Great Barrier Reef !
805rosemariec,25 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience visiting the Great Barrier Reef . The crew was superb! Great glass bottom boat and submarine ride . Truly beautiful to see the reef and Angelina was a sweetheart . I was afraid of getting in the water and she helped and stayed with me ! Must go on this tour if you are in Australia !
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