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Tour Code: 138

Departing: Cairns

Scuba dive at night
  • Sleep on the reef!  Liveaboard adventure to the Outer Barrier Reef 
  • Experience the magic of the reef at night with an exclusive night dive   
  • Extra Option to choose a ‘Go Flouro’ dive and see the reef transform into a fluorescent wonderland 
  • Take a selfie on the dive step at sunrise, just before jumping in for your dawn dive or snorkel or perhaps as you relax on one of the sun lounges on the deck in between dives. 
  • Playing "Shark in the Dark"

Included In Price

  • Daily departures
  • Spacious dive deck
  • Large open sundecks and hot freshwater showers
  • Double / Twin rooms available all with ensuite
  • Large bar and dining room
  • Wide variety of fresh hot & cold meals prepared daily by our onboard chef
  • Up to four dive and snorkel sessions per day on full ocean days
  • Snorkel equipment (mask, fins & snorkel)
  • Suitable for snorkelers, certified divers, and introductory divers
  • Unique encounters with marine wildlife
  • Up to four dive and snorkel sessions per day
  • Stunning dive and snorkel sites on Norman, Saxon, and Hastings Reef
  • Exclusive Sharks in the Dark and Fluoro dive experience
  • Special Minke Whale Expeditions
  • Spacious three-deck 35m catamaran built for stability and comfort
  • Airconditioned cabins and comfortable beds and private bathrooms
  • Passionate, well-trained crew
  • Delicious chef prepared meals
  • Snorkel, dive gear and stinger suits (seasonal)

Cairns dive tours, choose from 2 days to 6 days liveaboard dive tours on the Great Barrier Reef. Have you come all the way to Cairns to do some Great Barrier Reef diving? Are you after more than just a day tour? Do you want to learn to scuba dive or advance your scuba diving skills?

Cairns Liveaboard Dive Tours

Do you want to find a liveaboard dive boat that offers comfort and affordability AND a dive boat that takes you to some of the best spots to explore on the Great Barrier Reef north of Cairns, far far away from the day boats and crowds? Then take a look at our Cairns liveaboard dive boat.

From Cairns our daily dive boat transfer departures allow us to take new divers to the liveaboard dive boat that is based out on the reef permanently.

Whilst on our liveaboard dive trips you can upgrade your diving skills with one of our PADI dive courses.  

Our dive boats cabins are air conditioned, with en-suites and a television for when you just need to get away for some rest and privacy.

Join us on our Cairns liveaboard scuba diving tour and see why the movie finding Nemo and finding Dory created such excitement about the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

Joining our Cairns liveaboard dive boat is a perfect option for those who find that a one day reef trip is just not enough to really see the best and experience the full beauty of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

Your day starts around 7.30am with the pick-up from your holiday accommodation to take you to the fast and comfortable transfer vessel based at the Cairns Marlin Marina

The transfer boat departs at 8.30 am from Cairns Marlin Marina B-finger and it takes about 90 minutes until you reach to your first dive site for the day.

Your first 2 dives are done off the transfer vessel and the 3rd dive of the day and night dive will be on your liveaboard dive boat once you are settled into your cabins.

Dive with Sharks on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia

Sleeping on the Great Barrier Reef gives you an opportunity to do some awesome night dives and spot some of the most feared and admired predators-sharks.

We have an exclusive dive with sharks in the dark experience for scuba divers that are game to get in the water with these reef sharks.

Are you ready to go and dive with sharks on the Great Barrier Reef?

And have you seen our swim with Dwarf Minke Whale tours? 

Swim with Whales

Our boat has an exclusive licence to swim with Dwarf Minke Whales when they are sighted on the Great Barrier Reef. This means that the boat will stop and a long line is put in the water and 10 people at a time are allowed to enter the water and wait for the Dwarf Minke Whales to approach and swim around them.

Swimming with whales is one of the most pure animal interactions you will ever experience, as these little 8 meter whales are so inquisitive and friendly and happy to interact and come close to have a good look at you.

Please note: As whales are wild animals this interaction is just a bonus to the Great Barrier Reef tour if whales are sighted.

Cairns Dive Boat Accommodation - Great for Singles, Couples and Groups

You can choose between double, twin or quad share rooms depending if you are travelling alone, as a couple or in a group.

Most rooms have amazing ocean views.

The on-board chef is preparing 3 delicious meals a day so you will not go hungry and can focus on your in-water activities.

Tea, coffee and water is available at all times thru the day.

Spending a couple of nights on the liveaboard dive boat creates a perfect opportunity to meet some new like-minded people and relax by playing an old fashioned deck of cards or good old board games.

Our library also has a variety of movies for every taste to choose from if you just feel like lying around and zoning out.

Take Your Scuba Diving Skills to Another Level in Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef

If you are interested in learning how to dive or would like to further your diving skills PADI learn-to-dive and advanced diver courses are offered on board.

PADI learn to dive courses vary from a four day open water course that includes two days theory in a pool in Cairns followed by two day-trips to the Outer Barrier Reef to apply your skills.

You may also do a four day liveaboard open water course that includes the two days theory in Cairns followed by a two day/one night liveaboard.

There is also a five day PADI course that includes two days of theory in Cairns and then a three day/two night liveaboard trip or finally a six day course that includes the two days of theory and a four day/three night trip to the Great Barrier Reef.

The Learn to Dive option includes 2 days of training in a state of the art, air-conditioned facility with a purpose built heated pool for dive training.

Certification and manuals, transfers to and from your Cairns City accommodation are included.

All training dives and use of equipment, wetsuits and torches are included as well as all meals while out at sea.

If you are already PADI certified you may want to try for your advanced dive certificate, your rescue diver certification or your Dive Master.

Lucky for you, these advanced classes don’t contain any classroom sessions; it is all just practical fun.

Your advanced course can be done via a liveaboard boat over one or two nights (11 dives during 2 night trip, 7 dives during 1 night.)

If you would like to get your rescue diver certificate you can choose from either a four or five day liveaboard course. PADI professional courses such as the Dive Master and Instructor Development course are also available.

Again, all equipment, meal while at sea, certification and manuals and Cairns City transfers are included.

All courses depart from Cairns daily and are taught by friendly knowledgeable instructors and are offered in English, Korean and Japanese.

Talk to our Cairns dive boat experts about your scuba diving requirements and let them advise you on the best Great Barrier Reef dive trip to suit you. 

2 Day, 1 Night Itinerary

Day 1

7.30-8.00am: Pick up from your city accommodation (if booked) and check in at our dive centre at 319 Draper Street before transferring to the marina

8.30am: Set off from Cairns Marina and cruise out to the reef, either on our day trip vessel AquaQuest with two dive/snorkel sessions before you transfer onto OceanQuest (Thursday – Saturday departures), or directly on board OceanQuest (Wednesday departures only).

2.30pm: During the afternoon you’ll have the opportunity for more snorkel and dive sessions, and to relax on board.

6.00pm: Dinner is served

6.30pm: Sharks in the Dark

8.00pm: Dessert

10.00pm: Bar closes

Day 2

7.30am: Breakfast time! Sit down to a full cooked breakfast to fuel you for the day ahead.

8.30am: Dive or snorkel session

10.30am: Dive or snorkel session

12.00pm: Check out of your cabin

12.30pm: Lunch

2.30pm: Our transfer vessel arrives to return you to Cairns

3.00pm: Depart Outer Barrier Reef

5.00pm (approx): Return to your Cairns accommodation

3 Day/2 Night Liveaboard - Up to 10 dives/snorkel opportunities

Day One - 5 Dives

  • 7.45am pick up from your city accommodation
  • 8.00am Board our fast modern transfer boat for 90 minute transfer to Outer Barrier Reef
  • Equipment selection
  • 3 dives before transferring to our Liveaboard at 2.30pm
  • 2.30pm transfer to our Liveaboard
  • 2 more dives opportunity
  • Afternoon dive and night dive
  • Lunch, dinner and accommodation included

Day Two - 4 Dives

  • Three day dives
  • One night dive
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation included

Day Three - 2 Dives

  • Breakfast and lunch is included
  • 3.00pm Depart Outer Barrier Reef
  • Return to your accommodation approx. 5pm

This itinerary is meant as a guide only. All times and sequences are subject to change, indicated number of dives is a maximum (may be subject to weather/safety conditions)

4 Day/3 Night Liveaboard - Up to 14 dives/snorkel opportunities

Day One - 5 Dives

  • 7.45am pick up from your city accommodation
  • 8.00am Board our fast modern transfer boat for 90 minute transfer to Outer Barrier Reef

Equipment selection

  • 3 dives before transferring to our Liveaboard at 2.30pm
  • 2.30pm transfer to our Liveaboard
  • 2 more dives opportunity
  • Afternoon dive and night dive
  • Lunch, dinner and accommodation included

Day Two - 4 Dives

Three day dives
One night dive
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation included

Day Three - 4 Dives

Three day dives
One night dive
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation included

Day Four - 2 Dives

Breakfast and lunch is included
3.00pm Depart Outer Barrier Reef
Return to your accommodation approx. 5.00pm


This itinerary is meant as a guide only. All times and sequences are subject to change, indicated number of dives is a maximum (may be subject to weather/safety conditions)

See more liveaboard scuba diving trips on the Great Barrier Reef.

Tour Languages Offered
  • French
  • German
  • Japanese
  • Spanish
Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time
  • 7.30-8am: Pick up from your city accommodation (if booked) and check in at our dive centre at 319 Draper Street before transferring to the marina
  • 8.30am: Set off from Cairns Marina and cruise out to the reef on our day trip vessel SeaQuest
  • 4.30pm returns to Cairns Marina on return date
  • 5.00pm return to your Cairns city accommodation (if booked)
Destinations
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Norman, Saxon and Hasting Reefs
Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Available for Purchase / Hire
  • Digital camera hire
  • Professional photos for purchase
  • Guided dives ($15 per dive)
  • Extra dives (subject to availability)
  • Nitrox fills
  • Introductory dive package
  • Fluoro Diving
  • PADI Nitrox Dive Course
  • Soft drinks, alcohol and snacks
  • Quality souvenirs
Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium

IN-WATER RESTRICTIONS

Scuba Diving Restrictions

  • Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
  • Participation is subject to a medical questionnaire completed on board with the tour operator
  • Minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years.
  • Flying after scuba diving: a wait of 12 hours is recommended after one dive, 18 hour after 2 dives and at least 24 hours after multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.

Advanced Dive Medical Intro Dive Medical

Read more about Diving Safety on the Great Barrier Reef.

Additional Information
  • Please note there are regulations about flying or going to altitude after diving.
  • Currently the rules state that for a single no decompression dive, you should not fly/go to altitude for at least 12 hours.
  • For multiple dives you should not fly/go to altitude for at least 18 hours.
  • Deep Sea Divers Den recommends waiting a minimum 24 hours whenever possible.
  • These are guidelines only, there is no guarantee that these recommendations will prevent decompression sickness.
  • Currently there are no guidelines regarding diving after flying.
  • *Altitude is 300m/1000ft above sea level.
  • This includes going to the Atherton Tablelands, so be careful when you are booking tours to follow your dive course/trip.
  • Under normal circumstances, you should be out of the water on your last dive at 12pm (midday), this should help with organising any travel plans you have after your dive trip with us.
  • Minimum age for diving 12.
  • All divers must complete dive medical. 
Eco Certifications
Advanced Ecotourism Certified
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Overnight bag with changes of clothing, including warm clothing and socks for overnight wear
  • Toiletries
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Bedding and bath towels are supplied on board. Excess baggage can be stored at our Draper Street office at check in.

  • Child price applies to children 4 to 14.
  • All children MUST remain supervised at all times
  • Minimum age for Introductory diving is 12
  • Certified diver age 10 to 14 MUST dive with a parent guardian or SHARED guide
  • Full adult rates apply to any child scuba diver

Cancellation Policy:

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.

Operator’s Cancellation Policy:

Cairns Outer Reef Liveaboard Trips

More than 24 hours before course/trip commencement date: No Charge
Within 24 hours of course/trip commencement: Full course/trip fee

Cairns Dive Tours | Liveaboard Dive Tours | Learn To Dive

Tour Code: 138

Departing: Cairns

Scuba dive at night

From

au$595.00

Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.

Child: au$595.00
Family: au$2,380.00

Tour Code: 138

From

au$595.00

15 yrs & over

4 - 14 yrs

Ages of Children
(Discounts May Apply)
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745
Phone
1300 761 612
WhatsApp
+61 427 074 745

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