1 Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Sail, snorkel and Dive the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. On this trip we sail to an exclusive mooring points on the Great Barrier Reef. Sheltered calm waters allow you to snorkel or dive (optional) and see the rich variety of corals and fish life.
trip code
POP1
meals
Lunch
starts from
Cairns
end at
Cairns
trip days
1

Looking for an affordable tour to explore the stunning Great Barrier Reef? Our great value Great Barrier Reef tour offers a budget-friendly way to experience a world-renowned natural wonder.

Book now and immerse yourself in the beauty of the coral reefs, marine life, and crystal-clear waters of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure!

Dive, Snorkel and Sail the Great Barrier Reef with Budget Reef day trip Passions of Paradise, an award-winning, eco-accredited experience. Make your Cairns reef adventure a unique day exploring two pristine locations without the crowds. We will choose 2 destinations from our catalogue of over 24 superior destinations.

Experience the adventure of snorkelling, diving and sailing on our Great Barrier Reef Tours. The 25-metre high-performance catamaran sails daily from Cairns to two unique outer reef locations, where you can dive and snorkel with turtles, colourful fish and see an amazing variety of corals.

Enjoy a personalised day on the Great Barrier Reef with a friendly crew dedicated to making your trip memorable and a local operator whose environmental credentials.

Come and join us on a fun and unforgettable day on our Great Barrier Reef.

 

Real Aussie Says

Passions provides an unforgettable, highly customer focused tour of the Great Barrier Reef. The boat has only small groups of like minded guests who are looking for a unique personal Reef tour experience. The vessel is a modern, comfortable and efficient Sailing Catamaran, they put the sail up to Sail back from the Reef Passions of Paradise are passionate about Eco Tourism, and they practice what they preach. At the the forefront of sustainable Reef Tourism. They are passionate about Reef education and we assist in real Scientific studies and surveys to help the Marine park authorities.

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Adult( 15 - 99 ) From $269.00
Child( 4 - 14 ) From $169.00
Can I scuba dive with no experience?

Yes you can. Anybody with general good health can enjoy the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Please note, all scuba divers must complete a dive medical questionnaire aboard the boat. Some illnesses such as asthma may preclude you from scuba diving. Please check with your doctor or our office if you have any queries.

Trip includes

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Snorkelling and scuba diving equipment
  • Morning and afternoon tea, lunch

Essential things to pack

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimming gear
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel

Important Booking Info

  • We offer a two destination itinerary. We will visit two outer reef locations chosen from our brand new selection of 24 spectacular destinations.

Price Info
Child rate applies to passengers 4-14 years. FOC 0-3 years. Second dive available $45 per person pay direct. Minimum age to dive 12 years.
Vehicle Description
Boat
Highlights
  • Experience the adventure of snorkelling, diving and sailing on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Sailing on a stylish and fast catamaran to two unique outer reef destinations
  • Meet with our Eco accredited marine naturalist who provide presentations on coral fish and life
Departure Info
Daily from Cairns except 1 January. Check in at Reef Fleet Terminal, Marlin Marina at around 7:30 am for 8.00am departure Daile except for 25 Dec and 1 Jan Finishes Cairns – Reef Fleet Terminal at 5pm
Optional Activities
  • Optional pick up from Cairns ($10) and the Northern Beaches ($22)
  • On Board ExtrasIntroductory Dive: $702nd Introductory Dive: $45Guided Certified Dive: $702nd Guided Certified Dive: $45Wetsuit (seasonal) $8

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