Trip Overview
- Duration:8 hours 30 minutes
- Travelers:100 guests
Reef Experience is Cairns’ best-value all-inclusive Outer Reef trip — and the only one that includes a free introductory or certified scuba dive.
You’ll enjoy a relaxed, friendly day on the reef with breakfast, BBQ lunch, a marine biology presentation, guided snorkelling, and up to 5.5 hours exploring two Outer Reef sites. The crew is known for being fun, patient, and incredibly supportive — especially for first-time snorkellers and divers.
complimentary scuba dive, free Cairns hotel transfers, and wine with cheese on the way home make Reef Experience one of the most generous and hassle-free reef packages in Cairns. It’s ideal for travellers who want maximum value without compromising on reef time or quality.
Duration
08:00 AM – 4:30 PM (approx. 8.5 hours total)
~ 5 hours actual time on the reef
Reef Locations
Two outer reef sites selected for the best conditions of the day, typically:
Saxon Reef • Norman Reef • Hastings Reef
Pricing Options
•Adult (17+): $260
•Child (4–16): $175
•Family (2A + 2C): $780 total
Want to try for a better deal? Email us first, we might be able to arrange a discount!
Highlights
- Only boat with a free intro or certified dive included!
- Visit two Outer Reef locations
- Up to 5.5 hours on the reef
- Fun Marine Biologist presentation
- Guided snorkel tour included
- Fresh breakfast (bacon & egg roll, fruit, tea & coffee)
- BBQ lunch with salads
- Complimentary wine, cheese & fruit on return
- Free Cairns hotel transfers
- Snorkel equipment, wetsuits & flotation included
- Stinger suits included in season
Itinerary
7:30 AM - Board the Reef Experience vessel at Marlin Jetty
8:00 AM - Depart Cairns for the Outer Reef
8:30 AM - Breakfast served + Marine Biology talk + dive/snorkel briefing
9:30 AM - Arrive at first reef site for snorkelling & diving
12:30 PM - BBQ buffet lunch onboard
1:00 PM - Arrive at second reef site for more water time
3:00 PM - Depart reef, enjoy wine, cheese, fruit & biscuits
4:30 PM - Arrive back in Cairns
Includes/Excludes
- Two Outer Reef locations
- Free intro or certified scuba dive
- Guided snorkel tours
- Wetsuits, stinger suits & flotation gear
- Snorkel equipment + tuition
- Breakfast (bacon & egg roll, fruit, tea & coffee)
- BBQ lunch with salads
- Wine, cheese & fruit platter on return
- Marine Biology presentation
- Cairns city transfers
- Reef tax, fuel levy & national park fees
- Ginger tablets for seasickness
- Second dives (extra cost)
- Marine Biologist snorkel tour
- Underwater cameras & photos
- Drinks, snacks & souvenirs
- Transfers outside Cairns city
- Public holiday surcharge
- Wetsuit/prescription mask hire (outside inclusions)
Other Important Information
What to bring
- Change of clothes
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Camera
Dietary requirements
Special dietary requirements can be catered for, notify reservations.
Cancellation Policy
20% fee for cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure.
100% fee for cancellations made within 24 hours.
Refunds depend on both supplier terms and our policy.
100% fee for cancellations made within 24 hours.
Refunds depend on both supplier terms and our policy.
Terms & Conditions
**Travel and Dive Insurance** Reef Experience, operated by GBR Tours Pty Ltd, strongly recommends that all guests hold comprehensive travel and dive insurance. This ensures coverage for unforeseen circumstances, including cancellations, medical issues, or emergencies during your trip. **Bus Transfers** City transfers are included. If you haven't booked yet, please advise us where you will be staying atleast 48 hours prior travel so we can get back to you with the pickup time. Return transfers to the marina from locations outside the Cairns CBD and Northern Beaches are available for $40.00 per person ($45.00 per person from 1st April 2026 onwards). This fee is payable onboard. **Flying After Scuba Diving** Guests must allow a minimum surface interval of 18–24 hours between their last scuba dive and flying or travelling to altitude. **Certified Diver Verification** Certified divers must present valid proof of their scuba certification before participating in any certified dives. Guides are optional and payable onboard at $15 per dive. **Scuba Diving – Age and Medical Restrictions** - The minimum age for certified divers is 10 years. They need to book at Adult rates - The minimum age for introductory (resort) dives is 12 years. All passengers must complete a medical declaration form before participating in any in-water activity. This is a mandatory safety requirement for all boat tours. If you have any medical conditions or take prescribed medication, please get a letter from your GP in English, within 90 days from travel, stating that you are Fit to Scuba Dive. No refunds for failed medicals. **Peak Season Surcharges** These surcharges are non-commissionable and payable onboard on the day of travel: $100 per person – Christmas Day: 25 December 2025 and 25 December 2026 $50 per person – Easter and Boxing Day dates: - 26 December 2025 - 3, 4, 5 & 6 April 2026 - 26 December 2026 - 26, 27, 28 & 29 March 2027
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