Reef Day Trips

Fitzroy Island is an idyllic 339 hectare island, with extensive rainforests and a big beautiful fringing coral reef. It is only a relaxing 45 minute ride from Cairns to the sheltered waters of Welcome Bay on Fitzroy Island.

Escape into a world of surprises to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. There’s an abundance of activities for swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. Snorkel and dive, visit the underwater observatory and cruise in a semi-sub, or just relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch.

Just 27km from the hub of Tropical North Queensland, Cairns, Green Island is a 45 minute journey across the Coral Sea with Great Adventures’ high speed catamarans. With its unique reef and rainforest environment, this beautiful island provides the one-stop tropical experience.

Looking for a reef trip to the outer Great Barrier Reef? Like to try snorkelling or scuba diving or both? How about 2 tours in the one day! Experience 5 star service with Seastar Cruises. With a daily maximum passenger limit of 35 passengers the cruise combines the outer Great Barrier Reef with a coral cay island.

Visit 3 sites at the Outer Barrier Reef and spend a leisurely 5 hours at play. Certified divers can enjoy up to 3 dives, with introductory divers able to do a second dive. Adventure snorkellers can explore spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens awash with vibrantly coloured marine creatures

What better way to start your evening than with a sunset cruise aboard the M.V. Crocodile Explorer, a modern, air-conditioned 14 metre catamaran providing the ultimate in cruising comfort. Choose from Sunset Cruise only or complete your evening with a delicious meal at Dundee's Restaurant on the Esplanade in Cairns

Green Island is part of a protected marine park, and is the perfect place to snorkel, scuba dive, swim all year round, view the coral and fish life from the comfort of a glass bottom boat or semi-submersible or just relax on the sandy beaches.

OCEAN SPIRIT CRUISES - offers cruises to Australia's magnificent marine park – the Great Barrier Reef for diving, snorkelling & sailing. Set sail aboard our spacious Sailing Catamarans & capture the spirit of the Great Barrier Reef.

Magic 2 - Cairns Outer Great Barrier Reef Day Tour

Experience the adventure of snorkelling, diving and sailing on the Great Barrier Reef with Passions of Paradise. The 25 metre high-performance catamaran sails daily from Cairns to two unique locations, world-famous Michaelmas Cay and exclusive Paradise Reef