Great Adventures Great Barrier Reef pontoon
This Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Cairns includes an activity platform that is perfect for both swimmers and non-swimmers.
Next cruise in comfort on board a fast and modern catamaran. Arrive at a magnificent outer reef location and then enjoy the marine biodiversity.
Something For Everyone
Next, take our semi-submersible coral viewing tour. With informative commentary, it departs every 30 minutes or as advised after snorkel directly from the platform.
View the spectacular coral garden that is home to an array of marine life. Turtles and colourful tropical fish are in abundance!
The underwater observatory is open throughout the day for coral and fish viewing.
Want to visit more than one outer reef location in a day? Click HERE!
Highlights
The stable Reef activity platform is the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore to wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Itinerary
Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour itinerary
- 9.30 am First check-in at Great Adventures Reservations Counter inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
- 10:10 am Next, board the vessel.
- Complimentary morning tea/coffee served.
- 10:30 am Journey to the Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon.
- 11:20 am During the day, watch the Reef Presentation shown on the vessel’s monitors.
- Snorkelling demonstration by the crew.
- 12:30 pm Arrive at the Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon.
- 1:00-2:30 pm Time for hot and cold buffet lunch.
- Enjoy more reef activities or relax on the sundeck and take in the views!
- Tea and coffee are available while at the platform.
- 3:45 pm Departure to Cairns via Green Island.
- Complimentary cheese and biscuits served on the homeward journey.
- 5:30 pm Arrive at Marlin Marina, Cairns.
Included
- Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
- Tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
- Cake selection served for morning tea
- Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
- Snorkelling equipment
- Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
- Reef education presentation
- Hot and cold buffet lunch with fresh prawns
- Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
- Underwater Observatory
- Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
- Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform
- Cheese and crackers served on the return journey
Optional Extras
- Coach transfers from your hotel to Cairns Marlin Marina
- Scuba Diving
- Scuba Doo
- Helicopter tour
What to bring
What to Bring:
– Hat and shirt for sun protection. We recommend marine-friendly sunscreen.
– Swimwear and towel.
– Camera.
– Professional photo service on board (additional cost).
– Cash or credit card for option activities or onboard purchases.
How to get there
Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Cairns check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns from 09:30 am.
Where Can I Park?
There are several parking stations throughout Cairns in walking distance of the Marina. Click here to see where
Important Information
Important Scuba Diving Information for Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour
It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
Queensland, Australia, has some of the world’s strictest scuba diving rules and the safest scuba diving record. We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.
Would you like to try scuba diving?
To avoid disappointment on your day of travel, we strongly recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking, as some medical conditions, age, and medications may prevent you from scuba diving.
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after diving. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive. If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after your dive. We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible
