Great Barrier Reef: Snorkel and Dunk Island Tour

Embark on a deluxe seating experience with Dunk Island Adventures. Cruise on the Myroo Ferry-X and enjoy high back coach style seating, a licensed bar, and VIP Captains Lounge. Explore Dunk Island’s stunning walks on a mission beach day return tour.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - Pick up at selected hotels or meet coach at Reef Fleet Terminal Cairns.
    Enjoy a morning 1.75 hour drive south to Mission Beach. Views of Queensland’s two highest mountains with scenic banana and sugar cane fields.
    Arrival at vessel at Mission Beach for priority boarding and onboard light pastry breakfast served.
    We depart for…
What's Included
  • Hand Luggage - 1 piece, max 5kg per person
  • Breakfast
  • On-board restrooms
  • Reef Tax
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • beverages from the licensed bar or cocktails
  • Any other incidentals not listed
  • BYO Refillable water bottle - refills provided free of charge
  • Beginners Snorkel Assist with qualified expert
Additional Information

QuickCoast embarks on a journey to one of the most untouched reefs of The Great Barrier Reef. The adventure includes snorkeling in two distinct areas (east and west) during separate sessions. Participants will witness vibrant corals and clams, with the chance to encounter a diverse array of marine life such as turtles, stingrays, reef sharks, and a wide…

Location
Reef Fleet Terminal
Departs Reef Fleet Terminal 6.30am Bus Stop # 2 (Directly out the front entrance)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Road57736101419
Jul 12, 2025
Amazing snorkeling experience - My friends and I had a great day exploring the Great Barrier Reef with Bry and Louis (June 2025)! The boat ride was a little rough due to winds but sooo worth it to get to the reef snorkeling spot. It was so cool to swim with all the fish and we saw a turtle too! We were staying in Cairns so it was nice to see the Mission Beach area and Dunk Island. Highly recommend this experience! :)
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Elizabeth_b
Jul 5, 2025
Our trip out to the reef... - Our trip out to the reef (and to Dunk Island) was very comfortable. The captain and deck hands were great and very accommodating. This is a perfect day trip for both experienced and inexperienced snorkelers. Lunch was delicious and fresh.
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Samj178
Jul 2, 2025
worth it. - The reef was amazing. The boat and bus got us there. We went in 25 knot winds and some on board got sea sick, I was glad our family took tablets for it before boarding. I definitely appreciated getting out of the busy areas of cairns and having a reef and an island to ourselves.
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Hortenseg97
Jun 11, 2025
Very good experience - The experience was very good. The crew is very friendly and accompanied us very well throughout the day. We highly recommend!
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Navigator23945611599
Jun 9, 2025
We'll be back! - The crew was very friendly and you learned a lot both during the ride and while snorkeling. Food and drinks were plentiful and delicious (all included in the price). During the snorkeling sessions the weather was a bit cooler and very windy. Luckily the water was warm enough to enjoy the snorkeling and we had a sweater for in between and afterwards. Highly recommended!
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Benjaminkd246ib
May 26, 2025
Amazing Mission beach reef and Dunk Island tour - The entire tour was amazing! The guide was very informative. The crew were also super helpful. The views both on the journey and in the ocean were just stunning! We also appreciated the quick visit to Dunk island. 10/10 would recommend.
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628lilias
May 16, 2025
10/10 reef trip - Absolutely fantastic tour! Brian was an incredible guide—super friendly, full of knowledge, and had that laid-back honesty Aussies are known for. He went the extra mile to respectfully acknowledge Indigenous history throughout the trip, which was really meaningful. It also felt like a very inclusive experience—there were nonbinary options on the safety forms, which was great to see and made the whole thing feel welcoming. The tour itself was such a fun way to explore the rural side away from Cairns. The drive gave us beautiful views, and Coonanglebah (Dunk) Island was stunning with its peaceful beach vibes. The highlight, though, was definitely the visit to the Great Barrier Reef. Beaver Reef is absolutely gorgeous, so many vibrant fish and corals, super clear water, and so private! Our dive master, Louis, was wonderful. Super friendly, calm, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable in the water. There were also plenty of tasty snacks and good vibes on board. Overall, it was such a lovely and memorable experience. Can’t recommend it highly enough!
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Jana
May 13, 2025
The snorkeling was amazing! - Brian and Loui were great despite bad weather. The snorkeling was amazing even in the rain. We saw so many colorful fish, a turtle, white tip reef shark and a stingray. We highly recommend this tour for anyone who loves to snorkel.
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Dorene_k
Apr 27, 2025
Breathtaking - This is a great way to enjoy a day of snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef. I loved the area they were able to take us to on the reef.they. The 3 man crew were extremely impressive. Louie and Matt helped make everyone have an amazing day whether we were snorkeling or on the boat. The captain wore many hats that day but you could see his true passion was helping others enjoy the reef. I would highly recommend this small group tour for families, couples and solo explorers.
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T9291pgjanes
Apr 27, 2025
Fantastic, the best. - This a fantastic day out with an awesome team. BRIAN who runs the tour goes to great trouble to make sure you have a great day.The crew is attentive and totally safety conscious. The reef was amazing and our introduction to Dunk island was perfect. We had a fabulous day so worth it.
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From $166
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).