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Cairns Great Barrier Reef: Cruise/Fly Moore Reef Full Day Tour, with Cairns Hotel Return Transfers

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Cairns Great Barrier Reef: Cruise/Fly Moore Reef Full Day Tour, with Cairns Hotel Return Transfers

Sunlover Reef Cruises

Great Barrier Reef
English
6 hours (approx.)
Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
24 Working Hours Confirmation

Standard Inclusions

1. Transport from/to selected Cairns City hotels
2. Travel on air-conditioned catamaran to Moore Reef Marine base
3. Helicopter fly back to Cairns
4. Complimentary tea & coffee on boarding & while moored at the reef
5. Around 3.5 hours reef time
6. Lunch
7. Freshwater showers and change rooms
8. Free WIFI on board vessel
9. Upper level sun deck
10. Full access to the Sunlover Sunslide - the only theme park waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef!

11. Snorkelling enclosures with rest stations
12. Ocean enclosed pool for children
13. Glass bottom boat tours (unlimited rides)
14. Semi-submersible tours (unlimited rides)
15. Marine naturalist presentations
16. All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction
17. Marine life touch tank
18. Underwater observatory
19. Fish feeding presentations

From AUD
$711.00

Adult

Child 3-15yr

Infant 0-2yr

Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) child 3-15yr

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ENQUIRIES

1 Key Facts

Included

1. Transport from/to selected Cairns City hotels
2. Travel on air-conditioned catamaran to Moore Reef Marine base
3. Helicopter fly back to Cairns
4. Complimentary tea & coffee on boarding & while moored at the reef
5. Around 3.5 hours reef time
6. Lunch
7. Freshwater showers and change rooms
8. Free WIFI on board vessel
9. Upper level sun deck
10. Full access to the Sunlover Sunslide - the only theme park waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef!

11. Snorkelling enclosures with rest stations
12. Ocean enclosed pool for children
13. Glass bottom boat tours (unlimited rides)
14. Semi-submersible tours (unlimited rides)
15. Marine naturalist presentations
16. All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction
17. Marine life touch tank
18. Underwater observatory
19. Fish feeding presentations

Not included

1. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
2. Souvenirs

3. Travel Insurance
4. Any optional extra items (including but not limited to optional activities / Certified and Introductory Diving / Seawalker Platform Helmet Diving / Guided Snorkel Tours / photo packages) that are not included in the standard admission. All optional extra items are at own expense.

Destination

Great Barrier Reef

Depature point

● Departs: daily
Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December)
Seasonal Departure Times (08:00 and 11:30 departures) apply between 26 December 2020 - 01 January 2021. Please reconfirm your booking departure time with the Service Provider.
Until Further Notice
● Departure Point: Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (Address: 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870)
● Cruise Departure Time: 09:30
Complementary transfer from/to selected hotels included before departure time. Must be pre-booked.
Departure times are reference only and subject to availability.
● Helicopter arrives back to Cairns at approximately 15:30

Address

Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia

How to get there

Complimentary transfer from/to selected hotels included. Please indicate the name of your hotel at the point of booking - the most convenient pick-up location and time will be advised in your booking confirmation.

Operating hours

Daily	09:30 - 15:30	Check in time: 08:30 - 09:00
Christmas Day (25 December)	Closed

Check-in requirements

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the pick-up time at your booked pick up location. There might be 5-10 minutes delay depends on the traffic on the day. If you think the pick is late or you are not being picked up, please call The Service Provider and quote your confirmation number to double check.

What to bring/wear

● Motion-sickness medicine (if required)
● Swimwear, towel
● Change of clothes
● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses
● Comfortable shoes
● Light jacket / sweater for windy or cool days
● Camera (waterproof)
● Money / credit card for optional purchases

Other info

【Important Post-Covid Service Information】
- Semi-submersible Tours operation is subject to covid19 restrictions. (Semi-submersible is not operating from 24 Dec 2020 to 01 Jan 2021).
- Lunch will be served as Lunch Box
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Child Policy:
● Children under 3 years travel free, without lunch.
● Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult carer.

Helicopter Flight:
● In the interests of safety, recommend no flying within 24 hours of last dive.
● 110kg Helicopter flight weight restrictions apply.
● Individual passenger weights and accompanying carry on luggage MUST be advised at time of booking.

General:
● Family fare is valid for two adults and two children (3-15 years inclusive).

● Accepts no responsibility or liability for any director indirect loss or damage of any kind. This disclaimer of liability applies irrespective of the cause, including whether or not such damage or loss is due to negligence on the part of Sunlover Reef Cruises or the withdrawal,cancellation or failure to provide a service, delay or any variation in services provided or the provision of substitute services.

● On occasion the tropical weather conditions can cause cancellations and or changes to schedules and activities. Service Provider reserves the right to vary prices, schedules, vessels and any activities without notification. Any tickets issued are non-refundable.

● Acts as a private carrier and reserves the right to refuse passage to any person and/or baggage.
- Bringing alcohol on the vessel is prohibited at all times.
- All bags and luggage may be subject to a search.

● By accepting these "Conditions of Passage" and travelling with Service Provider, the purchaser accepts and acknowledges that embarking on this cruise vessel is at his or her own risk, and that visitors accept these terms and conditions.

● On occasion the tropical weather conditions can cause cancellations or changes to schedules and activities.

● Departure times, length of stay on the Outer Reef and prices may vary during peak seasonal periods, including Christmas and Chinese New Year.

2 Overview

Cruise from Cairns on the Sunlover air conditioned catamaran to the Moore Reef Marine Base. Enjoy a spectacular 20 minute flight over the Great Barrier Reef back to Cairns. Or, do it in reverse with the Fly Out/ Cruise Return option.

Cairns Great Barrier Reef: Cruise/Fly Moore Reef Full Day Tour, with Cairns Hotel Transfers

Cruise/Fly Moore Reef Full Day Tour

Discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a helicopter scenic flight and Sunlover Reef Cruises! With cruises departing daily from Cairns, the state-of-the art Moore Reef Marine Base is perfectly positioned and fully equipped so that any age or ability can fully experience the magic of the reef with its abundance of colourful coral, fascinating fish, turtles & more.

Enjoy a day onboard a new multi-level pontoon at Moore Reef, complete with sundeck and the only theme-park style water slide on the reef. During 3.5 hours at the pontoon, enjoy a number of free inclusions: snorkelling equipment, guided glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, fish feeding, fully enclosed children's pool, an underwater observatory and touch tank presentation to get up close with marine life.

Scenic Helicopter Flight

Travelling from Cairns on the Sunlover air conditioned catamaran to the Moore Reef Marine Base. And enjoy a spectacular 20 minute flight over the Great Barrier Reef on your way back to Cairns .

Moore Reef Marine Base

The double-storey Moore Reef Marine Base is anchored at Moore Reef, 54km off Cairns. The base has been custom designed so all ages and abilities can explore and enjoy the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

The base is 50 metres long with a capacity of up to 400 people, and was recently refurbished and enhanced to now feature a large upper-level sundeck, which is the perfect spot to relax in the tropical sunshine, and prime position to look out over the turquoise waters and mosiac of the reef. The sundeck is also where the Sunlover Sunslide starts on its 30 metre spiral descent into the tropical waters.

On the lower level, there is plentiful seating in the shade. The boat docks alongside the base and gangplanks provide seamless access between base and air-conditioned boat.

Sample Itinerary

Reference Only. Subject to change without notice. Itineraries may operate in reverse order, in a different sequence, be swapped around, or in rare circumstances be replaced by other best suited items to suit tides, times & conditions.

Time	Itinerary
07:00-08:30	Pick-up from Cairns city hotels
08:30	Check in starts
09:00	Check in closes
09:15	Boarding Closes
09:30	Cruise departs Cairns
10:15	Arrive Fitzroy Island
10:30	Depart Fitzroy Island
11:30	Arrive Moore Reef Marine Base - Enjoy 3.5 hours of reef time. So much to explore and experience!
12:00 - 13:30	Lunch
15:10	Helicopter departs Marine base
15:30	Flight arrives back at Cairns
15:30-17:00	Courtesy bus drop-off to Cairns city hotels

TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE

Enjoy a spectacular flight over the Great Barrier Reef back to Cairns.

Discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a helicopter scenic flight and Sunlover Reef Cruises!

The state-of-the art Moore Reef Marine Base is perfectly positioned and fully equipped so that any age or ability can fully experience the magic of the reef with its abundance of colourful coral, fascinating fish, turtles & more.

Cruise from Cairns on the Sunlover air conditioned catamaran to the Moore Reef Marine Base.

Enjoy a day onboard a new multi-level pontoon at Moore Reef, complete with sundeck and the only theme-park style water slide on the reef.

The base is 50 metres long with a capacity of up to 400 people, and was recently refurbished and enhanced to now feature a large upper-level sundeck.

Full access to the Sunlover Sunslide - the only theme park waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef!

The sundeck is also where the Sunlover Sunslide starts on its 30 metre spiral descent into the tropical waters.

Enjoy a number of free inclusions: snorkelling equipment, guided glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, fish feeding, fully enclosed children's pool, an underwater observatory and touch tank presentation to get up close with marine life.

Fish feeding presentations.

Marine life touch tank.

Underwater observatory.

Marine naturalist presentations.

Semi-submersible tours.

Glass bottom boat tours.

Get up close and personal with colourful coral gardens and marine life and fully indulge in one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Abundance of colourful coral.

Experience the magic of the reef with its abundance of colourful coral, fascinating fish, turtles & more.

Abundance of colourful coral.

3 Policy

Cancellation Policy

● If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.

4 FAQ

Do you have smoking facilities?

There is a designated smoking area at the top level of the boat. However, this can only be used when the boat is moored to the pontoon.

Can I take my prescription glasses / lenses snorkeling?

Sunlover Reef Cruises are pleased to offer prescription snorkel masks for those who are short sighted to make sure they don’t miss a thing when exploring the coral and marine life of the Great Barrier Reef.

Available from -1 to -6 strength levels, the masks are available in return for $5 with a $50 deposit, refundable on return. Please ask our friendly staff to assist you.

What languages are spoken on board other than English?

We have an international team working everyday on the Sunlover vessel and pontoon and can communicate to guests in Chinese every day. We also have a number of Japanese and Korean team. Important medical forms, health and safety messages, and our Sunlover brochures are also provided for in these languages for our guests.

Please inquire about other languages on the day of your departure should you require them as we reguarly have people who join our day team from all over the world.

Can you supervise my children while I dive?

Unfortunately, we don’t have a crèche system on the boat so we cannot cater for infants, or anyone needing close supervision. However, if your children are old enough to head off on the glass bottom boat or go snorkelling on their own, we do have lifeguards watching the snorkeling area so they are in good hands.

If you just let the lifeguards or any member of staff know that your children are entertaining themselves while you are heading off for a dive; they will be happy to keep a close eye out.

Can I park at the Terminal?

Metered outdoor car parking is available near the terminal on streets and in the Esplanade Lagoon carpark. The Pier shopping complex provides undercover car parking for around $10 per day.

Do I need to take cash or credit card?

We accept both on-board, however minimum purchase amounts are applicable for credit card transactions.

Do you have lockers on board?

Yes! Secure lockers are available fore hire on the boat for small personal belongings. We suggest leaving any unnecessary valuables at home or at your hotel.

Will I get seasick?

Even the most experienced sailor at times can fall victim to a little bit of sea sickness! Luckily, this is really easy to prevent.

We recommend taking ‘Travelcalm’ tablets prior to boarding the vessel. These can be purchased at the reception desk upon collecting your tickets or on-board the vessel

Do you go to the reef every day?

The marine life at the Great Barrier Reef never seem to have a day off, so neither do we! We travel 365 days a year (366 on a leap year!).

How long are we at the reef for?

Our aim at Sunlover is to give you as much time as possible to explore the magical Great Barrier Reef.

On the Moore Reef Tour you can expect to have approximately 4 hours to swim, snorkel and explore.

What is available for hire?

Prescription masks (prescription strength from -8 to +8) , Wetsuit, Secure Locker

Are there toilets, showers, and change rooms at the reef?

There are toilets located on board the boat which are accessible at all times. We also have fresh water rinse showers and change rooms on the Sunlover pontoon for your added comfort.

Are there allocated seats on the boat?

No the seats are not allocated, however there is plenty of room and seating on our large air-conditioned catamaran, with 3 levels including indoor and outdoor seating.

How long does it take to get to the reef?

Sunlover Reef Cruises visits Moore Reef on the Outer Barrier Reef and the trip takes approximately 90 minutes to get to Moore Reef as we also go via the beautiful Fitzroy Island. The Arlington Reef cruise takes approximately 1hr 15minutes from Cairns.

Can my child do Scuba Diving or Seawalker Helmet Dive?

As long as they are 12 years old or more, and they have successfully completed a basic medical questionnaire, then yes.

Do I need experience to Scuba Dive?

Our introductory scuba dives do not require any prior diving experience.

All we ask is that you complete a very basic medical questionnaire, make sure you are fit to dive and away we go!

What can I do if I can't swim

You can enjoy The Great Barrier Reef even if you can’t swim! Our Moore Reef full day tour includes a complimentary glass bottom boat tour and semi-sub tour. A glass bottom boat tour is also available at our Arlington Reef pontoon.

Seawalker Helmet Diving is also an option for those that don’t swim and is available on both our Moore and Arlington pontoons. A scenic helicopter flight is also a fantastic way to see The Great Barrier Reef without getting your feet wet.

Beyond that, you could try a Guided Snorkelling Tour with one of our experienced Marine Biologists or Reef Naturalists; they have a large floating life ring and can guide you amongst the coral reefs, while offering 100% safety, regardless of swimming ability.

Will the water be cold?

Cairns is located in the tropics of Far North Queensland so the water temperature is pleasant all year round. Average temperature throughout the year is:

December-February 29c, 83f

March-May 25c, 76f

June-August 22c, 72f

September-November 25c, 76f

How far away is the reef from the pontoon?

The reef is approximately 3m away from the pontoon.

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