Award-winning Full Day Reef Tour from Cairns:
$215 Adults | $130 Child | $590 Family 2 Adults, 2 Children (additional child $50)

Cruise onboard Cairns' fastest, most luxurious super-yacht, Evolution, to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for an affordable and comfortable reef tour from Cairns.

The 35-metre superyacht, Evolution, departs Cairns for the outer reef, with 5 hours spent exploring 2 spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations for an adventure-filled day. Experience the adventure of snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef. Dial-up the adventure and add a scuba dive for only $50.

Keen to see the reef, but want to stay dry? Add a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight over the reef or join one of our Semi-Submersible Tours (additional costs apply), the perfect reef activities for non-swimmers.

Join us for a personalised day on the Great Barrier Reef with our friendly and professional crew. As a locally owned and operated company for over 30 years, Down Under Cruise and Dive provides an unforgettable Cairns reef tour with the perfect mix of professionalism, service and fun!

Day Tour Itinerary:
7:15am - 7:45am: Check-in, Reef Fleet Terminal
8.00am: Evolution departs Cairns
9.45am: Arrive at reef location 1
11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard
1:00pm: Evolution arrives at reef location 2
3:00pm: Evolution departs for Cairns
4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns

Your day on the Great Barrier Reef:
Your Great Barrier Reef day tour begins by boarding award-winning superyacht Evolution and being met by our professional and expert dive crew who will make sure you are comfortable and ready for an adventure-filled day.

Relax onboard your 35-metre luxury superyacht for the day, as you cruise from Cairns to two exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef sites. Guests enjoy a total of five hours on the outer reef visiting two stunning and diverse reefs such as Norman, Saxon and Hastings. These locations are chosen for their exceptional coral density and prolific marine life.

Upon arrival at your first reef location, either Saxon or Norman Reef, it’s time to snorkel and dive (scuba dive additional cost). Hop in the water with your provided equipment and check out the underwater world full of multicoloured fish, coral, and other marine life. Instruction is provided for beginners, and your knowledgeable dive crew are on hand to encourage and help you if need.

During your time on the reef, you will enjoy a BBQ Lunch prepared on board with fresh fish, steak, a variety of salads, and prawns. We also cater for special dietary requirements.

At the second reef location, North Hastings Reef, you can snorkel or dive again. If you prefer to stay dry, you can still check out the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef from above with a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight or from below on our Semi-Submersible Tour (additional costs apply).

On the return cruise back to Cairns, sit back and relax with a glass of wine and afternoon tea to celebrate the end of your day tour on the Great Barrier Reef.

What's included?
Cruise onboard luxury 35-metre superyacht, Evolution
5 hours outer reef time
2 unique outer reef locations
Unlimited snorkelling with all equipment
Delicious BBQ Lunch including fresh fish, prawns, steak and a variety of salads (Vegan, Vegetarian, GF, DF)
Tea, coffee and mini muffins
FREE lycra/sun-suit hire
FREE glass of wine and snack on return
PADI qualified dive instructors and Master Reef Guide
Spacious air-conditioned lounges and upper deck to relax in comfort

Add optional extras:
Up to 3 Introductory or Certified Dives
Pre-booked first dive: $50
Intro: 2nd dive $35, 3rd dive $25
Cert: 2nd dive $30, 3rd dive $20
Scenic Heli Flight $199pp pre-booked
Marine Biologist Snorkel Tour $35pp
Semi-Submersible Tour $20 Adults, $10 Child
Return transfers - $18pp Cairns City, $27 Northern Beaches, $89pp (min 2) Port Douglas
Wetsuits $10pp onboard

What to bring
Sunscreen & Hat
Travel voucher
Change of Clothes
Swimmers and a towel
Cash or Credit Card for bar and souvenir purchases

Important information:
Helicopter: 130kg weight restrictions apply for helicopter rides.

Diving: All divers must complete a Queensland Medical Questionnaire onboard. Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card. Minimum age for Introductory divers and dive courses: 12+ years and Certified divers: 10+ years. Please read the important diving safety information prior to booking.

Semi-Sub: Please note that due to safety reasons, the Semi Submarine Tour is weather permitting.