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This small-group snorkeling tour for up to 20 guests takes you by catamaran from Cairns to Upolu Reef on the edge of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. In the warm, clear waters of a lagoon that is a marine sanctuary, meet giant clams, turtles, starfish and reef fish. Snorkel at two different sites with a guide and look out for marine life such as reef sharks and rays. This eco-certified tour includes lunch on board plus tea and coffee.

Sail by catamaran
to Upolu Reef on the Outer Reef
Board a catamaran at Cairns Marlin Marina and sail for about 2.5 hours to Upolu Reef on the edge of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. On the way, enjoy tea and coffee, listen to the safety briefing and take in the ocean views. This is a small-group tour for up to 20 guests.
Snorkel in a marine sanctuary lagoon

Arriving at the lagoon, a marine sanctuary, snorkel in warm, clear and protected waters. It is home to many giant clams, turtles, starfish and a variety of reef fish.
Spot marine life with a guide at two sites

Snorkel for about 2 hours at each of two different sites, and with your guide's help look for marine life such as turtles, reef sharks and rays. Lunch is served on board between snorkeling sessions.
Return to Cairns with snacks

After snorkeling, enjoy local snacks as you sail back to Cairns for about 2.5 hours. As an eco-certified tour, it shares the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and the value of sustainability.
※ Wildlife such as sea turtles lives in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed.
※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.
Meeting point :
Reef Daytripper (Cairns Marlin Marina D-Finger)
1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Meeting point info:
Find the marlin statue on the boardwalk and enter through the gate with the Reef Daytripper sign. The boat is the last one on the right at the end of the jetty. The boat departs at 7:45 AM, so please check in at 7:30 AM. The tour returns to the same place.
Cairns Marlin Marina D-Finger, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia