Reef Experience

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Reef Experience in Cairns offers a full-day Great Barrier Reef adventure perfectly suited to families, international travellers, adventure-seekers and active explorers. This locally owned and operated company takes guests to two vibrant outer-reef sites for a day of snorkelling, marine life encounters and reef exploration, with all essential equipment provided.

What truly sets Reef Experience apart is its remarkable list of inclusions. Every guest receives one scuba dive, making it ideal for beginners eager to try diving or for confident swimmers wanting more excitement. Reef Experience is the only operator in Cairns to include a complimentary hot breakfast on the way out, a free city-centre pickup and a scuba dive in every booking. A generous buffet lunch, afternoon wine and cheese service and attentive crew support ensure a comfortable and activity-packed day for all ages.

The vessel's layout supports smooth mobility around the decks, and its environmentally conscious practices help protect the reef for future generations. With a long local history and a reputation for friendly, knowledgeable service, Reef Experience offers an engaging way to explore one of the world's most iconic natural wonders—inviting travellers to learn more and plan a memorable day on the reef.

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All Inclusive Outer Great Barrier Reef Day Tour

The best way to see the Reef is with Reef Experience!

A 90-minute catamaran ride from Cairns will transport you to the vivid underwater world that is the Great Barrier Reef.

This all-inclusive day trip gives you the chance to snorkel, scuba dive, relax, eat, drink, and see the reef from a glass-bottom boat all for one price of $205 per adult and $125 per child.

Over the course of the day, you'll visit two different Great Barrier Reef locations and show off the breathtaking beauty of this World Heritage-listed wonder to swimmers and non-swimmers alike.

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Location

  • Start location: 1 Wharf Street,Berth 8, Lower 'A' Finger, Marlin Marina,Cairns City,4870
  • End location: Same as start location

Price

  • From $260, To $410
  • Comments: Standard - $260 per person Top Deck Club - $410 per person (minimum of 2 adults) *prices valid till 31st March 2026

More information

  • Accessibility: Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
  • Online booking: Click here
Reef Experience Vessel

Reef Experience

100 Abbott Street, Cairns City, Cairns Area, Queensland, 4870

+61 74037 2700

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