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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour with Guided Snorkel Tour by Dreamtime Cruise Depart from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel
- Cairns, Great Barrier Reef
- English
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
- 24 Working Hours Confirmation
Standard Inclusions
- 1. Indigenous welcome to country and acknowledgment
- 2. Cultural guides and live entertainment
- 3. Five full hours on the outer reef
- 4. Two premium outer reef sites
- 5. Delicious breakfast as you board the vessel
- 6. Morning and afternoon tea, coffee & drinking water
- 7. Marine Biologist presentation
- 8. Snorkelling equipment including personal flotation devices
- 9. Wet and lycra suits
- 10. Freshly prepared lunch incorporating a Native Bush Tasting
- 11. One (1) Guided snorkel tour with Marine Biologist
- 12. Administration costs
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1 Key Facts
Included
- 1. Indigenous welcome to country and acknowledgment
- 2. Cultural guides and live entertainment
- 3. Five full hours on the outer reef
- 4. Two premium outer reef sites
- 5. Delicious breakfast as you board the vessel
- 6. Morning and afternoon tea, coffee & drinking water
- 7. Marine Biologist presentation
- 8. Snorkelling equipment including personal flotation devices
- 9. Wet and lycra suits
- 10. Freshly prepared lunch incorporating a Native Bush Tasting
- 11. One (1) Guided snorkel tour with Marine Biologist
- 12. Administration costs
Not included
- 1. Transport from/to hotels
- 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
- 3. Souvenirs
- 4. Travel Insurance
- 5. Any optional extra items (including but not limited to rides / shows / encounters / experiences / photo packages) that are not included in the standard admission. All optional extra items are at own expense.
| Destination | Cairns, Great Barrier Reef | |||
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| Depature point | ● Departs: Wednesdays and Saturdays Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December) Please note: operating dates and departures are subject to change ● Departure Point: Marlin Wharf, right next to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (Address: 1 Spence Street, Cairns QLD 4870) ● Departure Time: 09:00 Departure times are reference only and subject to availability. ● Leaves Outer Reef at: 15:30 ● Arrive back in Cairns at approximately: 17:00 |
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| How to get there | ● By Car - Parking is available at the nearby Pier Shopping Complex/Shangri-la hotel, located opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal, approximately 2 minutes walk. - All day parking is also available near Trinity Wharf, approximately 6 minutes walk. - Parking fees apply. ● By Public Transport - Please check the Transport QLD timetables (https://translink.com.au/) for more details to plan your trip. ● Alternatively you can choose to book this product with return hotel transfer services. |
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| Reconfirmation requirements | Please be advised you are required to contact The Service Provider 24 hours prior to the travel date during business hours to reconfirm your booking, pick up location and time, and boarding time with your confirmation number. Please adjust your travel plan according to the details given by The Service Provider at time of reconfirming. | |||
| Check-in requirements | Please arrive at the departure point 45 minutes prior to the departure time to exchange for ticket/boarding pass before proceeding to the boarding terminal. Regrettably, failure to arrive before this time will most likely be classified as no-show and result in forfeiting the booking and it cannot be refunded or transferred. If you are not familiar with the area or travelling on a weekend or local public holidays / school holidays, please make sure you've checked your timetable or driving route beforehand, and allow extra travelling time for unexpected delays to ensure you do not miss your check in |
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| What to bring/wear | ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required) ● Swimwear, towel ● 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 |
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| Other info | ● Guided Snorkel Experience is suitable for beginner snorkellers. ● All diving is subject to completion of an onboard medical questionnaire. Certain medical conditions, (Ie: asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure) or medications may exclude individuals from diving. ● The legal minimum age for diving is 12 years. ● After diving, intervals of 12‐24 hours are recommended prior to flying depending on depths of dives and accrued dive time. ● No refund given on diving. ************************************************************************************************************ 【Important Post-Covid Service Information】 - Please refer to the below webtist for the latest updates during the post-Covid period. https://dreamtimedive.com/our-covid-safe-plan/ |
2 Overview
Step back into the Great Barrier Reef's Dreamtime with Indigenous sea rangers on a day tour to two spectacular outer Great Barrier Reef sites. This is a unique reef educational Great Barrier Reef experience incorporating the world's oldest living culture and the stories Traditional Owners have passed down over tens of thousands of years.
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour with Guided Snorkel Tour by Dreamtime Cruise Depart from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Old Friends, New Stories
Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel is a unique Great Barrier Reef experience incorporating the world's oldest living culture and some of Australia's most amazing marine life. Traditional Owners have passed down their dream time stories over tens of thousands of years and now we can bring them to you.
Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel
Snorkellers and divers will experience two premium outer reef sites. Cruise directly to Moore Reef where you will have the opportunity to explore the underwater world with included snorkelling experiences.
After two hours at Moore Reef, cruise to Milln or Flynn Reef for a further three hours of in-water activities - snorkelling and diving, catering for beginners through to certified divers. A relaxing five hours to explore two premium outer reef sites and gain a deeper cultural understanding of this diverse ecosystem.
Highlights
- Five full hours on the Outer Reef
- Visit two premium outer reef sites
- Indigenous welcome to country and acknowledgment
- Indigenous sea rangers
- Marine biologist presentation
- Lunch
- Morning & afternoon tea, coffee & drinking water
- All snorkelling equipment
- Wet suits & lycra suits
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 |
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| 08:15 | Check-in directly at the vessels based at Marlin Wharf. |
| 09:00 |
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| 10:30 | Arrive at Outer Great Barrier Reef and enjoy two pristine coral reefs |
| 12:30 (apporx.) | Enjoy lunch |
| 15:30 |
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| 17:00 | Arrive back in Cairns |
The Dreamtime Sea Rangers are looking forward to welcoming you on board
Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel invites you to step back into the Great Barrier Reef’s Dreamtime with Indigenous sea rangers
The Dreamtime Sea Rangers are looking forward to welcoming you on board
At Moore Reef, you will have the opportunity to explore the underwater world
Have you ever seen teeny, tiny, baby clown fish like this before ?
At Moore Reef, you will have the opportunity to explore the underwater world
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
The fast, stable motor catamaran delivers you to the Outer Reef in only 90 minutes leaving more of your day to enjoy the reef.
Yes we do. You're going to get wet anyhow and it's more the wind and swell that determines the quality of your day not so much the rain. Even if it is raining in Cairns there is still a good chance conditions at reef (45km's from Cairns) will be fine.
In poor weather we are happy to move your booking without charge to the next most suitable day, subject to availability. In the rare event we deem the weather too bad to travel and you are unable to reschedule a full refund will be provided.
Hopefully not. This depends largely on the individual. If you are prone to other common forms of motion sickness such as travelling in a car or plane you may wish to take precautions. We have both natural Ginger Tablets as well as medicated Travel-Calm on board however these are preventative, not a cure, so should be taken approximately 30 minutes prior to departure for maximum benefit.
December-February 29c, 83f
March-May 25c, 76f
June-August 22c, 72f
September-November 25c, 76f
March-May 25c, 76f
June-August 22c, 72f
September-November 25c, 76f
The Marine World platform is located at a private Outer Reef Location on the pristine north eastern end of Moore Reef. Located approximately 45km’s offshore from Cairns this site is far enough from coastal rivers, streams and sandy beaches to ensure clear ocean waters and maximum underwater visibility in a range of weather conditions.
At Marine World yes, but not at other reefAt Marine World yes, many others places no. The Marine World main deck has a canopy cover and roll-down sides to protect from wind or rain and provides welcome relief from the tropical sun in summer. Marine World also has a spacious sundeck with shaded lounge areas. You may return to the air-conditioned vessel at any time throughout the day.
The minimum age to scuba dive is 12 years. A medical questionnaire must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian for divers under 18 years.
Absolutely! Our highly qualified instructors can have you in the water and enjoying the magic of scuba diving in no time. See our section on diving for more information.
Depending on the strength of your glasses a standard snorkel/dive mask may be sufficient as they magnify objects underwater by around 25%. Glasses cannot be worn under a mask however prescription masks are available for hire for an extra fee and suit short sighted individuals (trouble with far away objects). Masks rangae in magnification from -1.5 to -8.0. Deposit is required for prescription masks which is cheerfully refunded when the mask is returned in one piece. We do not carry positive (+) magnification masks.
We have snorkelling equipment in both adult and child sizes. Fins range from children's size 1-3 to Adults 11-13 and masks are in adult and child fittings. Wet suits and lycra suits are also available in sizes ranging from XS to XXL. Swim vests are also available in most sizes for those wanting some extra flotation while snorkelling.
Our check-in counter is located at 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Opposite us is the Pier Marketplace Shopping Centre and Shangri-La hotel. You can park outdoors behind the Pier Marketplace for approximately 80 cents/hr or under the Shangri-La in secure parking for around $10/day.
If you dont mind a short walk there is a $4 car park outside Trinity Wharf on Wharf street, a flat 5 minutes walk from our check-in.
Parking is free in the street after 12 noon on Saturday and all day on Sunday.
If you dont mind a short walk there is a $4 car park outside Trinity Wharf on Wharf street, a flat 5 minutes walk from our check-in.
Parking is free in the street after 12 noon on Saturday and all day on Sunday.
No. While theft is very rare on board we suggest valuables are better off left in your hotel room or with the concierge rather than brought to the reef.
There is ramp access from the wharf to the vessel and vessel to the Marine World platform. However, passengers are required to negotiate at least one set of stairs on the vessel depending on tides and loading position so the assistance of a carer is highly recommended.
The Reef Magic II catamaran has wide isles and a wheel chair accessible toilet & shower. Access to the water, coral viewing vessels, underwater observatory and sundeck all require stairs to be negotiated and would require a carer to be present if the customer can not walk unassisted.
The Reef Magic II catamaran has wide isles and a wheel chair accessible toilet & shower. Access to the water, coral viewing vessels, underwater observatory and sundeck all require stairs to be negotiated and would require a carer to be present if the customer can not walk unassisted.