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This half-day small-group tour from Cairns is dedicated purely to snorkeling on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Before departure, enjoy a free marine life presentation by a marine biologist, then board a new purpose-built boat with a 40-guest capacity to a private mooring chosen for the day's conditions. Snorkel for up to 2 hours with experienced guides, with gear, prescription masks, fruit and snacks included. The tour is run by an Advanced Ecotourism-certified operator.

Get to know the reef
with a marine biologist presentation
At 10:30 AM before departure, join a free marine life presentation by a marine biologist (no booking required) and learn about the species and ecosystems you are about to see. Check in from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the pontoon office on D Finger, Cairns Marlin Marina.
Speed to a private mooring on a new fast boat

Depart at noon on a new purpose-built boat designed for speed and travel for about 1 hour. Head to a reef chosen by experts from 15 private moorings to suit the day's weather, with no more than 40 guests so it never feels crowded.
Snorkel for up to 2 hours with a guide

Experienced snorkel guides help beginners enter the water with confidence and explain the marine life below. During free time, explore the coral at your own pace and recharge with seasonal fruit and snacks. Afterwards, rinse off in the freshwater shower on deck.
Cruise back to Cairns over the sea

Return to Cairns by boat in about 1 hour, arriving at the marina at around 5:00 PM. Soft drinks and alcohol are available for purchase at the onboard bar.
※ Marine life such as turtles live in the wild, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
※ The reef visited is chosen according to the day's weather conditions, and the itinerary may change.
Meeting point :
Pontoon office, D Finger, Cairns Marlin Marina
D Finger, Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Meeting point information:
Make your own way to the pontoon office on D Finger at Cairns Marlin Marina to check in. Check-in opens at 11:00 AM and closes at 11:30 AM. The boat departs at noon and returns at around 5:00 PM. The free marine biologist presentation starts at 10:30 AM.
D Finger, Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia