Cairns liveaboard dive trip. Spend 2 days and one night exploring the outer Great Barrier Reef with only a total of 12 guests onboard this intimate dive trip from Cairns.
***1 x FREE (10min) TRY dive offered to all first time divers***
Wake up on Australia's magnificent Great Barrier Reef aboard this sturdy, 15.85 metre (52') steel sailing motoe boat with a beautiful wooden interior specifically designed for overnight liveaboard dive and snorkel tours exploring the coral reefs off Cairns.
Our Cairns liveaboard dive trips cater for an exclusively small number of guests: maximum 12 passengers.
Enjoy 2 full days and 1 night of sailing, snorkelling and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
With over 25 exclusive mooring sites on nine different reefs you’ll be sure to experience the best coral and marine life locations.
Great Barrier Reef Scuba Diving - Only 12 guests on board
Cairns dive trip ideal for families, couples or singles wanting a unique Great Barrier Reef experience, with a high level of customer service with 3 crew members to 12 guests
We have access to the most dive & snorkel coral reef locations out of Cairns, with 25 exclusive moorings at 9 different reefs.
Our liveaboard dive boat departs Cairns every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Check-in at 7:45am at the boat location: Berth 3, Finger A, Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St Cairns.
Departure: 8am; Return: approx. 4pm the next day.
The Vessel
Our vessel is a sturdy, 15.85 metre (52') steel sailing boat with a beautiful wooden interior.
She has a tidy design with a variety of comfortable cosy sleeping areas.
There are two private cabins in the back (1 & 2).
In front of them is an area with two bunk beds (5).
Going forward through the hallway, we have one of the toilets and a shower on the left, before reaching the Saloon.
This is where we serve food and is also a place to hide in particularly bad weather. Next to it is the galley where the food is prepared.
Moving forward, we have the other toilet on the left side, and another private cabin on the right (3).
Finally, there is a 4-bunk, v-shaped shared cabin in the front (4).
Day One
7:45 - Board 'Coral Sea Dreaming' at Cairns Marlin Marina. Check-in, morning tea and safety and dive brief.
8:00 - The journey to the Great Barrier Reef starts
Travel time from Cairns to the Reef varies from 2.5 to 4 hours depending on the locations chosen for the voyage and wind. The sites will be chosen to suit the range of in-water experience of our passengers and their comfort.
11:00 - Arrival at the first site and first water session
Guests are given a reef brief at the arrival on each site identifying the features and key species to look out for. Our attentive staff will assist all guests into the water and back on deck upon return from their adventures.
There is a crew member stationed on watch at all times the guests are in the water with a safety tender deployed for immediate emergency assistance.
For first-time snorkelers we have plenty of flotation aids.
13:00 - Lunch
Lunch varies, but there is usually a hearty selection of salads, cured meats and cheese, bread and spreads, all prepared freshly onboard.
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know before the trip so we can accomodate to your needs.
14:00 - Second location
The boat moves to a second location for another dive and snorkelling.
15:00 - Free time
Enjoy another water session or relax in the sun.
Snacks and fruit are served in between the activities.
18:00 - Sunset
With the sunset starts the night dive and is an absolute must do on the trip.
Night time brings out a whole other world underwater from sharks and hunting red bass to sleeping turtles, dazzling luminescence and glowing corals under the UV torches.
20:00 - Dinner
Unwind after the night dive and enjoy a freshly cooked dinner.
Take in the untainted, mesmerising view of the galaxy and its countless stars - a real privilege to see.
Like lunch, dinner varies but you can expect a meal like meatballs with mashed potatoes, thai green curry, gnocchi with chicken in mushroom sauce, indian curry or chilli beans.
Day Two
6:00 - Wake up on the Reef
Awake to the dawn and watch the sun rise over the Coral Sea.
6:30 - Breakfast
Breakfast is served. Choose from a variety of toasts and spreads, yogurts and cereals.
7:00 - Morning dive
Jump in the water for a morning dive or snorkel to see the magical shards of light through the water.
See the change of shift between the night and day inhabitants of the reef.
9:30 - Second dive
For divers, now is the time for the last dive, at the final location for the trip.
The rest of the time is unstructured. You can enjoy some more snorkeling or just laze on the deck soaking up the morning sun.
11:00 - Lunch
A buffet selection of cold cuts, cheese, vegetables, breads and salads is prepared onboard and served.
12:00 - Journey back
Time to sail back to Cairns. This is usually a calmer transit with the prevailing winds filling our sails and smoothly guiding us home.
16:00 - Arrival in Cairns
Typically we return to Cairns between 3–4pm. Please let us know if you need a specific return time. The end of the trip is followed by a group photo - and often, drinks with the crew in the nearby bar for those interested.
Please note:
While we have tried to describe a typical trip, our itinerary is reflective of weather conditions at the time. As we have access to over 25 exclusive moorings at 9 reef systems, we will always seek the best option given the weather conditions to ensure guests enjoy the best possible locations on the day and are comfortable and safe. Therefore, times and locations visited may vary.
Itinerary allows for 4 certified day dives and 1 night dive, or 3 day intro dives with an optional night intro (conditions apply). Snorkeling is available at all times except at night.
We can accomodate most of the dietary requirements, however please let us know before the trip if you do have any.
Cairns
Board Coral Sea Dreaming at 7:45am, Berth 3, Finger A, Marlin Marina Cairns for morning tea and meet & greet - Departs 8.00am
January - December
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Please note we are closed for Christmas: Saturday 24th to Sunday 25th December; and also for New Year: Saturday 31st of December to Sunday 1st of January
2 days & 1 night
Low, Medium
Scuba Diving Restrictions
All cancellations must be in writing.
Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Additional Operator’s T&Cs:
Individual bookings
If you can't make the trip and wish to cancel for any reason, the following cancellation policy applies:
Cancellation more than 24h prior to departure - free
Cancellation less than 24h prior to departure & no-show - 100% cancellation fee
If we need to cancel the trip
While we aim to run all trips, sometimes we need to cancel for reasons out of our control, including:
Strong winds
Cyclone warnings
Mechanical issues with the boat or equipment
Staff unavailability
When this happens, we will offer to either move your booking to a different date depending on trip availability, or a full refund if the alternatives don't work for you.
Please note we are unable to cover your additional expenses such as accommodation, flights and others that might be affected by our trip cancellation.
***You are required to provide a medical certificate from a doctor declaring you are fit to dive. this is applicable for certified and intro divers***
Please ensure you are aware of the medical restrictions attached to underwater activities - Medical Conditions
Diving tickets are non-refundable – in whole or in part.
There are no refunds for dives not completed because of change of mind, sea sickness or similar.
We recommend all guests have travel insurance prior to travel.
au$629.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$629.00
Family: au$2,516.00
Tour Code: 228