Passions Of Paradise Reef Tour

Activities

• Scuba Diving
• Snorkelling
• Sailing
• Lunch

Features

• Sailing on a catamaran
• Two outer reef destinations
• Snorkeling equipment and instruction
• Guided snorkel tour
• Tropical buffet lunch
• Morning and afternoon tea
• Eco-accredited marine presentations
• Cheese platter for afternoon tea

The Tour

Sailing from Cairns

The journey begins at the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns, where guests board the modern catamaran. The vessel features spacious decks, including a stylish upper deck and a netted deck trampoline, perfect for enjoying the ocean views.

First Reef Location

The first stop is at a vibrant outer reef location. Here, guests can snorkel or dive among colorful coral and marine life, including turtles and a variety of fish. A guided snorkel tour is available for those who want to learn more about the reef's ecosystem.

Lunch on Board

A tropical buffet lunch is served on board, prepared by the onboard chef. The lunch includes a selection of hot and cold dishes, fresh tropical fruit, bread rolls, and prawns, offering a delightful culinary experience.

Second Reef Location

After lunch, the tour continues to a second reef site. Guests can further explore the underwater world or relax on the deck, taking in the stunning surroundings.

Return to Cairns

The day concludes with a sail back to Cairns, where guests can enjoy afternoon tea and a cheese platter while taking in the ocean views. The tour typically lasts around 9 hours, providing a full day of adventure and relaxation.

Additional Experiences

Throughout the tour, eco-accredited marine presentations provide insights into the reef's ecology. Optional diving experiences are available, including introductory dives with a full briefing and a "try before you dive" policy. Certified divers can enjoy guided dives with all equipment provided.

Tour options

• Reef Day Tour from $275 This option includes a full day trip on a catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef, with snorkeling, a guided marine tour, and a tropical buffet lunch. Ideal for those who want to explore the reef with the option of diving. Includes pickup from Cairns, Trinity Beach, or Palm Cove.

What to bring

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Camera

Meeting point

For the Reef Day Tour, you can choose to be picked up from accommodation or central points across the area. Pickup times are between 6:55am and 7:25am in Cairns, 6:55am in Trinity Beach, and 6:35am to 6:45am in Palm Cove. Alternatively, make your own way to Marlin Marina, Cairns City, for a 7:00am check-in. The tour departs at 8:00am and returns around 5:00pm.

Useful information

Snorkeling equipment

Snorkeling gear including masks, snorkels, fins, and flotation vests is included. Tuition is available for those who want to learn to snorkel.

Food and beverages

A tropical buffet lunch is prepared by the onboard chef, featuring hot and cold dishes, fresh tropical fruit, fresh bread rolls, and prawns. Morning and afternoon tea are also provided.

Weather considerations

Reef sites are selected daily based on weather conditions to ensure the best experience.

Diving options

Optional introductory diving is available with a full on-deck briefing and a 'try before you dive' policy. Certified divers can enjoy a fully guided dive with all equipment provided.

What to bring

Guests should bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera.

Customer reviews

• Anais I. (5.0/5), 12-12-2017: Amazing time and amazing team!
• Steve, 16-12-2016: Hi Kim, We had a terrific day. It was well organised, facilities were excellent, staff were great (particularly Alex who took us diving) and the weather was perfect. To top it off we swam with a turtle. How good does it get? Just the complete package for a top day!!! Keep up the great work!!
• Katherine L. (5.0/5), 18-08-2016: Wonderful trip. Friendly and efficient and locally owned too!
• Rhiane S. (5.0/5), 17-11-2015: Our whole group loved this tour and I would recommend this to anyone in the future.
• Glenn C. (5.0/5), 29-09-2015: Just an awesome day, we were so impressed with the overall experience and the flawless delivery by really impressive team. The food was spot on for the activities we were doing.