Reef Magic Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Day Tour From $360pp
Travel to Reef Magic’s state of the art pontoon, moored at an exclusive reef location on the Great Barrier Reef. Perfect for the entire family, you control your adventure with a range of activities to suit all interests.
Enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including intro and certified diving, guided snorkel tours, one of the largest helmet diving circuits on the Great Barrier Reef, and a massive sundeck with sun loungers. Beginner snorkelers can comfortably explore colourful coral gardens and incredible fish right from the platform, or meet ‘Wally,’ the world-famous maori wrasse. For those preferring to stay dry, enjoy semi-submarine, glass-bottom boats, and state-of-the-art underwater observatory offering breathtaking views of the reef, complete with fish feeding displays and interpretive commentary.
With an expert Cairns based crew including qualified Marine Biologists, Master Reef Guides, and Indigenous Guides with extensive local knowledge of the Great Barrier Reef, this day tour offers an unparalleled experience. Share a yarn with Reef Magic’s Indigenous Guides to hear the dreamtime creation stories of the reef. Relax at a licensed bar, enjoying cold beverages while overlooking the majestic reef scenery.
08:00 Check-in inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street
09:00 Depart Marlin Jetty Cairns Travel time is only 90 minutes direct from Cairns on a fast stable motor catamaran
10:30 Arrive at the Reef Magic pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, Reef duration: 5 hours
15:30 Depart Reef Magic pontoon
17:00 Arrive back in Cairns
Please note: all timings are approximate and can vary due to weather conditions and other factors out of our control.
Inclusions & Extras
Included
All snorkelling equipment including personal flotation devices in adult/child sizes
On board Marine Biology presentation/talk en-route to the reef
Semi-Submersible tours with interactive commentary
Glass Bottom Boat tours with interactive commentary
Fish feeding and identification session with our Marine Biologist
Underwater Observatory
Use of Sundeck, Fresh Water Showers and Changing Rooms
Morning/Afternoon Tea plus a full hot/cold buffet lunch with vegetarian options
Tea/Coffee and drinking water is available free of charge throughout the day
Access to reference materials on the reef
German & French speaking crew are available to assist international visitors
Not Included
Hotel transfers
Tour Type & Availability
Reef Magic Pontoon - Snorkelling Only
$360.00
Snorkelling - Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Day Tour
Reef Magic Pontoon - Guided Snorkel Tour
$435.00
Guided Snorkel Tour - Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Day Tour
Reef Magic Pontoon - Scuba Dive
$498.00
Scuba Dive (Intro, Certified, or Helmet) - Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Day Tour
Snorkelling & 10 Minute Helicopter Flight - Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Day Tour
What to bring
Swimwear
Towel
Hat & sunglasses
Sunscreen
Change of clothes
Credit card for extra purchases
Pick Ups & Departures
Reef Fleet Terminal, Pier Point Road, Cairns, Queensland
Supplier Terms & Conditions
Reef Magic Terms & Conditions
Refunds will be processed according to the following time frames:
Cancellations within 24 Hours of the start date incur a 100.00% fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if I need help with my tour booking?
If you need help with an existing booking please email us at [email protected], if your enquiry is urgent please follow up your email with a quick call on +61 2 5633 1149 so we can help you.
Do you offer payment plans?
Absolutely, we understand that paying off a big trip in one go isn’t always that easy. We offer flexible payment plans to suit all types of travellers with zero interest or fee’s (minimum $100AUD deposit required).
Do I need travel insurance?
We endorse the recommendation of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade that all travelers take out travel insurance. If you already have Travel Insurance please understand that it is your responsibility to ensure that your Travel Insurance covers you for all of the adventure style travel you have booked with us.
World Nomads travel insurance policies offer coverage for more than 150 activities. Get a quote, make a claim, or buy or extend your policy while on the road.
Can I book a package but travel in the reverse direction?
Absolutely, just let us know your preferred start and finish location and we’ll make it work.
What is the best way to travel Australia?
There is definitely no wrong way. We recommend either taking a WHIMIT or Hop on Hop off bus pass such as Greyhound or renting a campervan with some mates and hitting the open road. If you feel like getting pretty adventurous and want to get amongst the true Australian terrain, a 4WD may be better suited for you. Enquire now and we can help you find the most suitable transport option.
What if something comes up and I can't make my tour?
We get it. Life is all about the unexpected, especially when you are travelling. If you are unable to make your pre-arranged tour you will need to reach out to our support email so we can give you a helping hand. In all cases we strongly recommend having a valid travel insurance policy which covers you for unexpected cancellations.
Can I add additional tours or make changes to this package?
Yes. All of our packages are customisable so if you would like to make any changes please contact our team.
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