Enjoy a day aboard our catamaran and discover the spectacular Great Barrier Reef from a new perspective. Our Great Barrier Reef snorkeling trip takes you to the clear, warm waters of Upolu Reef where you have the chance to discover the bustling marine life of a sheltered lagoon. During your snorkeling trip departing from Cairns, get ready to meet turtles, starfish, colourful reef fish as well as many other interesting sea dwellers.
A maximum of 20 passengers aboard our vessel allows you to escape the crowds and enjoy personal service during your Great Barrier Reef snorkeling trip. You have the opportunity to join our guided snorkel tour with our dive professionals, explore the pristine waters and relax on the boat. As we use less than 60 litres of fuel per day, we are proud to offer you one of the most eco-friendly Great Barrier Reef boat tours.
Departure & ReturnCheck-in and boarding for our Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Trip from Cairns start at
7:30 am on the Marlin Marina D-Finger in Cairns. By 7:45 am, we set sails and head towards Upolu Reef. The journey there takes about 2 hours and on the way, you are provided with a detailed safety briefing and information about snorkeling and the spots we visit. We will have lunch around noon and arrive back in Cairns around 4:30 pm.
Highlights- Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Trip with two locations at the beautiful Upolu Reef
- Small group sailing with max. 20 passengers
- Charming catamaran with bow nets to relax on
- Reef introduction & education by experienced professionals
Included services- Coffee or tea on arrival
- Snorkeling & equipment rental (fins, mask & snorkel)
- Guided snorkel tour (extra assistance & instruction for beginners)
- Tropical style buffet lunch
- Complimentary fruit platter selection of cheeses, crackers & a glass of wine
Not included- $15 per person reef tax & levy (to be paid on board)
- Exposure suits (available on board for $6 extra)
Requirements- Minimum age: 4 years
- Physical health
If you or one of your friends or family members would like to try scuba diving, check out our Great Barrier Reef Diving Trip from Cairns. You will be on the same boat, as it's the same trip, just with an added dive.