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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch

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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch
4.639535 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.639535 out of 5 stars
602 reviews
Likely to sell out

Explore the diverse ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef on a snorkeling trip from Cairns. Discover the colorful underwater world, enjoy lunch, and upgrade to include a scuba dive.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Emily – United States

Loved this tour!! I thought that the tour guides did an amazing job and I loved that they incorporated the indigenous culture into the experience. You got a lot of time in the water and good information about the area. Would recommend!

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Wei Siew – Singapore

Snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef was an absolutely unforgettable experience — the water was crystal clear, the coral was bursting with color, and the variety of marine life was incredible. The crew members were friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt safe and confident in the water. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cairns!

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Participants

Highlights

  • Experience an indigenous welcome and guidance along The Great Barrier Reef
  • Enjoy 5 hours of water time split between two unique reef sites
  • Learn about The Great Barrier Reef creation story from indigenous rangers

Full description

On Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel, enjoy a total of five hours of water activities split between two unique sites showcasing a variety of colourful corals and marine life on The Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel over stunning coral gardens where anemones, sea whips, clams and plate corals are home to clownfish, angelfish and batfish. Large schools of giant trevally, red bass and sweetlip congregate between the bommies, while turtles, cuttlefish, rays, and sharks are frequently seen.

Admire the beauty of the reef on a boat tour, where your experienced guide will explain the natural history of the reef, as well as its importance to the indigenous tribes of the region. Guides will recount the stories of the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji, Gunggandji, Mandingalbay, and Yirrganydji people to help you gain a deeper cultural understanding of this diverse ecosystem. Enjoy morning and afternoon tea, as well as a delicious buffet lunch to keep you fuelled throughout the day.

Includes

  • 2 premium outer reef sites
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Wet and lycra suits
  • Freshly prepared buffet lunch
  • Introductory dive (if option selected)
  • Certified dive (if option selected)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meet at Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • All trips and activities, prices and schedules are subject to change
  • Some services may be cancelled or modified as a result of weather/tidal conditions or other unforeseen circumstances
Likely to sell out

From $147 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 602 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Emily – United StatesJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Loved this tour!! I thought that the tour guides did an amazing job and I loved that they incorporated the indigenous culture into the experience. You got a lot of time in the water and good information about the area. Would recommend!
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Wei Siew – SingaporeJune 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef was an absolutely unforgettable experience — the water was crystal clear, the coral was bursting with color, and the variety of marine life was incredible. The crew members were friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt safe and confident in the water. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cairns!
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Sheryl – United StatesMay 30, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a great day. The guides were wonderful. They were friendly and knowledgeable and professional. It was nice to have a marine biologist on board! Could not have asked for a better day! Everything was perfect no change needed.

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Activity provider:Reef Magic & Dreamtime Dive
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