Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day snorkel and dive cruise from Cairns. Discover the diverse marine life and stunning coral formations at three different dive sites. Perfect for confident water enthusiasts.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Silverswift Dive & Snorkel - Your day begins as you board the boat at Marlin Wharf. The ultra modern 29 meter catamaran will be your base for the day. Throughout the day you’ll visit three different locations which may include Thetford, Milln and Flynn Reef. Each stop showcases a different aspect of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef. At each site you have the choice to snorkel, dive or a combination of both.

We recommend you book this reef trip on your first full available day. You then have the opportunity to be flexible and change your travel date if you wish. Your booking can be changed at no additional cost directly with the operator once you are in Cairns. Prebook and secure your booking, but relax in knowing you can make amendments at no charge.

What's Included
  • Use of Prescription masks
  • Lunch included
  • Guidance from a professional guide
  • Environmental Management Charge (EMC) covered
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
  • Choice of water activities: snorkeling, introductory diving, or certified diving
  • Dive equipment provided (for diving options)
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Guided snorkel tour with reef expert
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Wet suit hire for snorkelers (approximately AUD $12.00)
  • Optional activities (if options not selected)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on an all-day excursion from Cairns to the vibrant underwater ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef. Regardless of whether you’re an expert or a newbie, a snorkeler or a scuba diver, this dive and snorkel journey from Cairns offers an exceptional glimpse into the rich marine biodiversity and unique coral varieties the Great Barrier Reef is renowned for. The trip encompasses visits to three distinct dive sites and is most enjoyable for individuals comfortable in aquatic environments.

  • Minimum age for all diving activities is 12 years. Medical conditions apply and some people may require a doctor’s certificate to participate in scuba diving..
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • After a single scuba dive a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. If doing multiple dives an interval of 24 hours is suggested.
  • Ceritified Diving: Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
  • Please confirm your booking at least 24 hours prior to travel.
  • All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire onboard prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor.
Location
1 Spence St
Spence Street
Important: Please check-in & collect your boarding pass at the Silverswift Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at 7:30am, boarding commences at 8:00am. Vessel departs 8:30am.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Suritia2021
Aug 1, 2024
Amazing experience despite high wind - Party of 3, 1 snorkeler , 2 divers who hadn’t dove for over 15 years. Went july 31, wind 15-25 knots and rough seas expected. We were nervous about the weather conditions. Silverswift boat ride was bumpy as expected but we took the travacalm as recommended and did fine. Went to Flynn reef. Actual reef conditions were good and fairly calm. Snorkeler had great time. Diving was excellent too. Staff were great food and snacks good. Highly recommend! Dont be turned away by the weather .
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Melissa_g
Jul 22, 2024
Three different dive... - Three different dive sites. I felt safe during the dives—friendly and helpful staff. The food was great, and even though there were probably 60 people onboard, it didn't seem crowded.
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Kelly_t
Jul 15, 2024
Fun and Memorable - Snorkelling was great, especially with a guided snorkel for 1 of the stops. The crew were friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable which made for a memorable day.
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Marekv481
Jul 13, 2024
Great experience overall - Really enjoyed the snorkeling trip. We were diving on three locations on the Flynn reef, about 1.5 hours from Cairns. The whole team was nice and professional, I had no problems with the snorkeling gear and the lunch was good. The only thing I didn't like was the high price of the images - there were two divers with professional cameras taking images of us underwater. I paid around 47 AUD for one image on a USB stick (though they included two photos), price for two is 76 AUD if I remember correctly and you can apparently get no more than 5 images. On the other hand, the photos were excellent.
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Geoffmac65
Jul 1, 2024
great dive trip - well run machine and very good dive spot makes diving easy but short dive times of 40 min max due to pressure to get onto the next dive staff excellent
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Lisa_s
Jun 22, 2024
Outstanding tour!! - This was our second time going out to the Great Barrier Reef with this company. 2017 and 2024. Outstanding crew, food and drinks snd 3 different snorkel stops. Recommend bring an extra dry towels to keep warm between stops
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92aoifem
Jun 20, 2024
Great experience - The crossing was terrible and I was so sick but the experience was second to none! The staff were extremely helpful handing out ice etc. We have been snorkelling since and it wasn’t as well executed as this trip! Lunch was very nice and there was an adequate amount of snorkelling and info provided! Would recommend
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Katie_murphy93
Jun 1, 2024
Just do it! - The experience was amazing and the staff were all really awesome! Fair warning - it was bumpy getting out to the reef and people were a bit sick. I am 27 weeks pregnant so couldn’t take any seasickness tablets but the staff were lovely and really accommodating. If you get seasick, sit at the back of the boat outside from the start of the trip as it was so much better than sitting inside. My husband did an introduction dive which he asked to do last minute which they accommodated easily and he loved it. The snorkeling was also amazing. The water was a bit rough and wavy but we still saw a lot of fish and a turtle! My husband saw a white tip shark while on the dive which he said was really great. The lunch looked really nice - I didn’t have any only because I didn’t want to push my luck and get too sick for the boat ride back but by all accounts it was tasty. The staff were really friendly and made me feel really comfortable even though I was feeling sick on the way there. The boat wasn’t as bad on the way back and a lot of people weren’t sick compared to on the way out. Definitely book this trip. It is worth it!! My husband took some seasickness tablets before we went and he felt fine the whole time so don’t let the reviews of the rough waves put you off but just mentally prepare for a bumpy trip out.
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Emmahe1087ye
May 30, 2024
AMAZING trip - AMAZING cruise. Staff were all helpful and very kind. Ride was pretty choppy on the way out, but staff provided sick bags and complimentary ginger tablets and were overall very helpful with anyone experiencing sea sickness. We only went to one reef, Flynn Reef, but went to three different sites on the reef, and all were completely different, so definitely didn't feel like we missed anything. We are certified divers and did the three dives. Our divemaster Marcos was absolutely incredible, he was very helpful in and out of the water and was funny and kind. He spent time with us out of the water and tried to make sure we saw what we wanted. We saw sharks, stingrays, beautiful fish and coral, and so much more! Lunch was delicious as well. Boat and associated facilities were great and we always felt safe in the water even when choppy. Back deck of boat got a little crowded, but nothing obnoxious, just a little tight at times. Other than that, everything was absolutely incredible and myself and my friends would absolutely go on this trip again.
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Tyler_h
May 28, 2024
Our guide for the... - Our guide for the adventure was Kevin was very fun and informative. The food was very good as well! Thank you for a great time exploring the reef
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