Great Adventures Cairns – Reef Pontoon
Great Adventures Cairns Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Cairns day tour takes you to an activity platform permanently stationed on the Outer Great Barrier Reef – an ideal base for any visitor to the GBR.
During three hours at the pontoon, you can enjoy snorkelling, scuba diving, scuba doo, an underwater observatory, a semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour, and a guided eco reef talk. This pontoon tour has heaps to do for those who don’t want to get their hair wet and still offers a range of underwater activities as well!
Great Adventures Cairns Itinerary
Our day begins at 9:30 when check-in commences at the Great Adventures Reservations Counter inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
At 10:30, our vessel departs. We enjoy a selection of cakes while heading for the Outer Great Barrier Reef via Green Island and watch a presentation of the Reef on the vessel’s monitors. A snorkelling demonstration by the crew gets our underwater explorers ready to jump in the water upon arrival.
At 12:30, we arrive at the activity platform, the pontoon! From here, our reef activities commence. Passengers can enjoy a range of underwater and above-water activities: snorkelling directly from the platform. This semi-submersible coral viewing tour departs every 30 minutes and visits the underwater observatory for coral and fish viewing. Optional, additional-cost activities also commence, such as introductory or certified scuba diving, guided snorkel tours, Scuba-Doo, or scenic helicopter flights.
From 13:00-14:30, a yummy hot and cold buffet lunch is available for passengers to fill up before returning to more Reef activities. Otherwise, relax on the sundeck and take in the views!
A blast of the ship’s horn at 16:30 signals it’s time to return to the vessel before departing to Cairns via Green Island. Enjoy complimentary cheese and biscuits before arriving at the Cairns Marina at 17:30.
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Highlights
Highlights
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- Outer Great Barrier Reef pontoon experience
- Optional visit to Green Island
- Snorkelling equipment included
- Semi-submersible and underwater viewing options
- Family-friendly facilities
- Optional scuba diving upgrades
- Comfortable catamaran transfer
Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Morning:
Depart Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal and cruise to the outer reef pontoon or Green Island.
Midday:
Enjoy snorkelling, marine viewing, optional diving, or relax onboard or on the island.
Afternoon:
Continue reef activities or unwind before returning to Cairns.
Included
Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
Tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
Cake selection served for morning tea
Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
Snorkelling equipment
Use of buoyancy vests & lycra/stinger suits
Reef education presentation
Hot and cold buffet lunch with fresh prawns
Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
Underwater Observatory
Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform
Cheese and crackers served on the return journey.
Optional Extras
Optional Extras
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- Introductory scuba diving
- Certified diving
- Guided snorkel tours
- Scenic helicopter flights
- Glass bottom boat tours
What to bring
What to Bring
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- Swimwear and towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Camera or phone
- Light clothing and change of clothes
- Cash or card for extras
How to get there
How to Get There
Departs from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, easily accessible from Cairns CBD hotels. Most accommodations are within walking distance or a short transfer.
Important Information
Important Information
• Weather conditions may affect reef locations
• All activities are subject to safety conditions
• Pre-booking recommended during peak seasons
• Some activities require medical clearance
