Reef Adventures Cairns Snorkelling Half-Day Tour
Reef Adventures Cairns
- High-Speed Ride: Cruise out to Upolu Reef in style aboard Mad Max – a fast, fun vessel designed to get you there quickly.
- Snorkel Upolu Reef: Spend up to 2 hours exploring this beautiful outer reef site with vibrant coral, marine life, and crystal-clear water.
- Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more relaxed and personal adventure with a maximum of 25 guests onboard.
- Guided Snorkelling: Discover more with the help of your snorkel guide who’ll point out hidden marine life and reef features.
- Flexible Timings: Choose a morning or afternoon tour – perfect for cruise ship guests or half-day holidaymakers.
- Top-Quality Gear: Snorkel gear is provided, with optional extras like wetsuits, flotation vests, and prescription masks.
- Light Snacks & Refreshments: Stay energised with a light snack on board, plus drinks available for purchase.
Discover Reef Adventures Cairns
Short on time but big on adventure? Discover the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef in just a few hours on this high-speed, small-group snorkelling experience. The Reef Adventures Cairns Snorkelling Half-Day Tour is ideal for cruise passengers, families, and time-savvy travellers looking for the thrill of the reef without the full-day commitment.
Travel fast aboard the purpose-built vessel Mad Max, snorkel vibrant coral gardens at Upolu Reef, and enjoy personalised service with a maximum of just 25 guests. It’s the reef – made easy.
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Experience the Reef Without the Crowds
If you’re looking for a small group, fast, and fun reef trip, the Cairns Snorkelling Half-Day Tour delivers everything you need to experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef – without taking up your whole day.
Discover the Great Barrier Reef
Highlights
Half-day snorkeling tour on the Great Barrier Reef
Itinerary
This is a sample itinerary. This tour departs daily twice a day; once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Please check in 30 minutes prior to your selected departure time.
- 7:30: Check-in at the office at the Pier Shopping Centre
- 8:00: Depart on ‘Mad Max’, located on B Finger at Cairns Marlin Marina
- 9:00: Arrive at Upolu Cay for 2 hours of snorkeling
- 11:00: Depart Upolu Cay
- 12:00 Arrive back in Cairns
Included
- Visit to World Heritage Listed Upolu Reef
- Quality snorkelling equipment
- Snacks
- Snorkel Guide
- Floatation Devices
Optional Extras
- Wetsuit
- Drinks
- Prescription Mask
What to bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Card for onboard purchases
- Sense of Adventure!
Important Information
Minimum age 4 years.
