Sunlover Reef Cruises
Sunlover Reef Cruises Moore Reef pontoon is the perfect destination to experience all the outer Reef offers. Visitors of all ages and abilities can view and interact with the Reef in many ways.
They are snorkelling the naturally coral-fringed lagoon while trained lifeguards keep watch. There are two snorkel platforms on the Pontoon with water access via stairs, providing easy entry to explore Moore Reef. An enclosed ocean pool is excellent for kids to swim in the saltwater at wading height, while a slide down the 30-metre spiral waterslide is a great way to enter the tropical ocean.
If you prefer to stay dry during your visit to the Pontoon, there are still plenty of options to explore. A semi-submersible tour is a great way to tour Moore Reef without jumping in the water, while a glass-bottom boat tour provides views from above.
Visit the underwater observatory to view the impressive natural fish tank with views of Moore Reef from the Pontoon. You will see plenty of coral and marine life and a scuba dive! A visit to the touch tank gets you up close to marine life while learning about this unique ecosystem.
In addition to the included activities, the Moore Reef Pontoon also has optional upgrades to explore Cairns Great Barrier Reef. Add a guided-snorkel tour to learn from the experts, while a Seawalker helmet dive is a unique way to see Moore Reef from below.
If you are interested in scuba diving, there are options for both introductory and certified scuba divers. A scenic helicopter flight takes you further to view the entire Moore Reef coral system from above.
Highlights
Spend the day on a floating pontoon at Moore Reef, where you can snorkel vibrant coral gardens, zoom down a 30-metre waterslide, and explore the reef from glass-bottom boats, semi-subs, or the underwater observatory—all in one unforgettable Great Barrier Reef experience.
Itinerary
8.45 Check-in opens at Reef Fleet Terminal
9.30 Boarding starts
10.15 Depart Cairns Marina
12.00 Arrive at Moore Reef
4.00 Depart Moore Reef
5.30 Arrive at Cairns Marina
Included
- Return transfer in an air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marlin Marina to Moore Reef
- Snorkelling equipment and instruction
- 30-metre spiral water slide into the ocean
- Glass bottom boat tour and semi-submersible tour
- Lunch along with tea and coffee while stationary
- Kids ocean pool enclosure
- Underwater observatory
- Fish feeding presentations
- Marine naturalist presentations
- Lycra suit and buoyancy vest
Optional Extras
- Coach Transfers
- Guided snorkel tour
- Seawalker helmet dive
- Introductory scuba dive
- Certified scuba dive
- Helicopter flight
- Helicopter transfer to/from the pontoon to/from Cairns
What to bring
- swimming costume and beach towel
- sunscreen (SPF 30+) reef friendly is recommended
- sun protective clothing such as t-shirt or rash vest, hat and sunglasses
- cash or credit card for purchases, snacks and optional activities while onboard
- camera (you can also hire an underwater digital camera onboard)
How to get there
8.45 am Check-in opens at the Sunlover Reef Cruises Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns
Important Information
All tours including helicopter flight has a strict 48 hour no cancellation policy.
