Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution

Experience the ultimate luxury and adventure with a full day Great Barrier Reef cruise on a luxury super-yacht. Enjoy 5 hours of reef time and a scenic helicopter flight over the reef.

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am - 7.45am. Once checked in, you can make your way down to the boat, Evolution. Be greeted by your friendly crew, who will provide you with masks and snorkel, and then enjoy arrival tea, coffee and muffins before departure.
  • Norman Reef - Evolution departs Cairns at 8 am with a…
What's Included
  • Personal flotation aids - life jackets and noodles
  • Lunch
  • Glass of wine, cheese and crackers on return journey
  • All equipment and lycra/sun suit hire
  • Spectacular 10-minute Reef Scenic Helicopter Flight
  • Visit two exclusive outer reef locations with 5 hours reef time
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • ONLY DIVE PACKAGES: 1 x Introductory Dive (beginner) or Certified Dive (requires qualification)
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Dive not included in snorkel package
Additional Information

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two stunning reef locations, with 5 hours of reef time plus a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight over the reef. Dives are only included in dive package only (not snorkel package). You will experience the reef from…

Location
1 Spence St
Spence Street
Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Indianhotelier4865
Mar 14, 2025
Great experience..highly recommend !! - Excellent crew service ,esp marine biologists Phil ( loved his sense of himour!) and the lovely lady,sweet Brianna doling out the lifejackets and overseeing things so patiently. I was a newbie and didnt know swimming so very grateful to the crew taking me hanging on the lifesaver to enjoi the experience . Kids loved the second reef which had more colourful marine life ..saw a reef shark even !! Unfortunately bad weather led to cancellation.of helicopter and submersible boat experiences . Got to meet and make some good friends on the boat too . Ticked off my bucket list !! And yes i wud highly recommend and do it again
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Lelai_l
Mar 13, 2025
Best Day Ever - This was suuuuchhh a fun day!!! The views were amazing, the safety briefings were very thorough, the crew were all very nice, the food was some of the best excursion food I’ve ever had!! Shoutout to Nic for getting me in the water and Eddie for speaking Cantonese with my mom!! Everyone was very welcoming! My favorite was definitely the helicopter ride! I love how it was included with this package! One of the best ways to see The Great Barrier Reef. Make sure to take motion sickness pills beforehand though!
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Uberto_p
Mar 11, 2025
Number one - Wonderful experience. Tour operator very professional. All things were organised very well. Elicopter was fantastic.
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Buzgar
Mar 10, 2025
Amazing!! - The trip with Down Under Cruise & Dive to the Great Barrier Reef was the most spectacular thing that happened to us during our vacation in Australia. We saw corals and fish of all colors, we had two great snorkeling sessions, the staff was fantastic, made us feel safe, they were always in a good mood, they always offered us very useful information and advice. The helicopter flight was amazing, we had a different perspective on the reef. The lunch provided, snacks and wine were delicious and more than enough. Thank you very much for this experience and we recommend this company with all our hearts! 🙏🙏❤️❤️
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Stephen_c
Mar 9, 2025
Must See. Must Do. - Professional operation in every regard. Lovely air conditioned boat. Lots of time to dive. The two reef were mind blowing. The staff were friendly and attentive. The equipment was first rate. Safety was the primary concern. The food was good. And the chopper ride was amazing!
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Jodyjjolly
Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic day for the entire family - We (2 adults, 2 teens) had a fantastic time on this trip. The heli portion was cancelled unexpectedly due to a staffing issue. This was disappointing, but they provided a refund, so we rolled with it! We enjoyed the boat, snorkeling, and lunch. They are really good about safety while still keeping things light and fun. I would recommend this company to friends.
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Jody
Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic day for the entire family! - We had a fantastic time on this trip. The heli portion was cancelled unexpectedly due to a staffing issue. This was disappointing, but they provided a refund, so we rolled with it! We enjoyed the boat, snorkeling, and lunch. They are really good about safety while still keeping things light and fun. I would recommend this company to friends.
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243walterm
Mar 8, 2025
Great times, great crew! - The question posed ‘is it worth the hype?’ The answer is a profound YES!!! The team at Down Under are so kind, professional and proactive. They anticipate the needs of their travelers and will help to accommodate any way that they are able. The lunch is very good, the diving is wonderful and the helicopter ride is a don’t miss experience! A shout out to Sammy, the marine biologist, who helped me swim with just one fin, Phil (Junior) who helped me get out on the reef, and the entire crew, all of whom were awesome! Thanks again!
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Kathleen_h
Mar 8, 2025
Down Under reef tours is a class act! - This was quite possibly the best tour I have done on the water. From check-in to returning to the port, it was extremely well organized! Phil Jr. was very entertaining while providing detailed instructions. The lunch was much better than I what I expected for a tour. I also enjoyed talking with Lauri while waiting for the helicopter-tender. He indicated he had been with Down Under for about 5-months- what a great addition to your company! KUDOS for a job well done!
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Kevinms1714tr
Mar 3, 2025
Full day Reef and Heli ride - This was a bucket list for us and it did not disappoint! It was a little rough at the Norman reef but after a great Aussie BBQ lunch we went to Hastings reef. The Helicopter ride was worth every penny ! And the Snorkeling was great. Thanks for a great day !
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