Cairns & Port Douglas
The reef days from Cairns and Port Douglas compared: outer-reef catamarans, small-boat snorkel charters capped at a dozen passengers and dive add-ons for the certified. The outer edge runs clearest; the longer steam out buys the visibility.
Experience the Great Barrier Reef with a full-day snorkeling and diving cruise from Cairns, including reef visits, a barbecue lunch, and optional helicopter flight.
Most Popular“I am an inexperienced snorkeler, so I was doubtful when I booked this cruise. My partner really wanted to do it though. I was pleasantly surprised. They had a guide in the water with a floater who took me around the great barrier reef so…”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef on a 9-hour premium catamaran trip from Cairns, with snorkeling, marine wildlife, and a chef-prepared lunch.
“Great experience, Staff were excellent! Highly recommended! Incredible trip! The”
Discover the full-day Passions of Paradise catamaran tour from Cairns, offering snorkeling, marine life, delicious food, and expert guides—all at great value.
“The Passion Crew were accommodating, courteous and lots of fun to be around. Harry was very patient with me as inexperienced snorkler”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef from the sky with a 40-minute scenic flight from Cairns, offering stunning views, expert commentary, and wildlife spotting.
“Absolutely incredible experience! From the moment you walk in, all the staff were lovely and helpful. The flight and views were breathtaking and everyone got a window seat! Would 100% recommend and do again and again”
Discover the vibrant coral reefs of the Great Barrier Reef on the Ocean Freedom luxury cruise from Cairns. Snorkel, learn, and enjoy top-tier service for a memorable day.
“The trip was amazing! All staff were informative, friendly and educational. We had some fun trips with staff and by ourselves. I would recommend and return!”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns on a luxurious boat cruise, snorkeling two vibrant reef sites, enjoying delicious food, and guided by passionate experts.
“I had a great diving time with ocean freedom. Ollie is a very nice diving instructor. He’s patient and attentive to detail. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the dives. The staff were also great! They made the whole experience so enjoyable.”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef with a small group snorkeling tour from Port Douglas, guided by marine biologists, focusing on remote sites and personalized service.
“Outstanding! Will and Zoe were so caring and attentive to our family's needs both in the water as well as on the boat. Totally worth it!”
Experience the vibrant coral reefs and marine life on a full-day snorkeling tour from Cairns, including quality equipment, guided tours, and a tropical buffet.
“It was a an amazing experience to snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef…although we don’t know how to swim we were taken care off…special mention for guide Raj who took us to all the beautiful spots with the safety ring….would definitely recommend doing this tour…”
Experience the stunning Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas with this full-day, all-inclusive cruise offering snorkeling, diving, and expert guides.
“Amazing! The staff was super friendly and helpful. The three diving sites were great and we got to see a lot of cool corals and fish.”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef on a half-day snorkeling tour from Cairns with small group guides, stunning marine life, and personalized experiences for $118.
“We had the best time! We had Bradley, Sophia and Lockie and they were all really lovely and kept the atmosphere exciting (especially considering they do this every day, they seemed to really love what they do which was lovely to be around). The boat…”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with this full-day tour offering snorkeling and diving at two reef locations. Enjoy meals, expert guides, and marine wildlife encounters.
“Great trip to the reef. All staff aboard were extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend Divers Den for your reef experience”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef with a full-day luxury tour from Cairns, including snorkeling at two sites, a gourmet BBQ, and complimentary wine.
“I did the Outer Great Barrier Reef tour with Down Under Tours and it was a five-star experience. The boat was super clean and safe, and the crew were so friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing too, with morning tea and a big buffet…”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef on a luxury catamaran, with snorkeling, guided tours, and delicious buffet lunch—perfect for an authentic Aussie adventure.
“If you are going to do it, this is the way to do it! Brilliant crew brilliant boat and the best of times. This is the way to make memories!”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with a full-day cruise, snorkeling, optional diving, and a scenic helicopter flight—all in one adventure.
“Fantastic excursion flying in a helicopter above the Great Barrier Reef, then diving below the water to see so many beautiful fishes and corals. Its a full day, and the crew was professional and helpful, and lunch was great! I just wish we had more…”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day tour from Cairns featuring snorkeling, marine biologist guides, and eco-friendly activities for all ages.
“Had an unforgettable day! The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable—they went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing and safe experience. I still can't believe we swam in the Great Barrier Reef and actually saw NRead more”
The reef out front, the oldest rainforest behind and a railway between.