Silversonic Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas

Experience the vibrant coral and marine life of the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day dive and snorkel cruise from Port Douglas. Explore three different dive sites and enjoy a tropical buffet lunch onboard. Perfect for both experienced divers and beginners.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Silversonic Dive & Snorkel - Your day begins with pickup from your Port Douglas hotel. The fastest ride out to the reef from Port Douglas, the ultra modern 29 meter catamaran will be your base for the day. Throughout the day you’ll visit three locations on Agincourt Reef, each showcasing a different aspect of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef. The cruise has exclusive access to 22 premier internationally recognised reef sites and you have the choice to snorkel, dive or a combination of both.

The friendly crew will be happy to answer any questions you have throughout the day. The boat features full bar facilities, fresh water showers and expansive sundecks overlooking the Coral Sea. A tropical buffet lunch will be served between sites, along with morning and afternoon tea.

  • Agincourt Reef - Agincourt Reef sits at the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef, a ribbon reef running parallel to the Continental Shelf. There is a multitude of marine life at Agincourt Reef, from tiny iridescent fish seeking shelter in their coral homes to massive giant clams weighing up to 200 kilograms (440 pounds).
  • Great Barrier Reef - If you have never tried scuba diving you can choose to do one or two introductory dives, or you may prefer to stick to snorkeling and explore all three sites from the surface. A crew member will take those interested on a guided snorkel tour at one of the reef locations. Certified divers can choose to partake in up to three certified dives. Whatever you choose, your Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise includes up to five hours in the water.

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
  • Lunch included for a delightful midday treat.
  • Lycra suits and prescription masks available.
  • Enjoy afternoon tea and coffee or tea.
  • Quality snorkeling equipment provided.
  • Covered by Environmental Management Charge.
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Port Douglas area.
  • Guided snorkel tour with an experienced reef guide.
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Wetsuit hire for snorkellers (approximately AUD $15)
  • Optional activities (if options not selected)
Additional Information

Embark on a full-day journey from Port Douglas to experience the vibrant coral and sea creatures of the Great Barrier Reef. This snorkel and dive cruise is ideal for individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned divers, offering the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience. During the trip, you’ll explore three distinct dive locations, each showcasing the Reef’s globally renowned diverse marine life and coral formations.

A welcoming team will be on hand to satisfy any queries you might have during the trip. The vessel comes equipped with a full-service bar, fresh water showers, and spacious sun decks that provide panoramic views of the Coral Sea. The provisions for the day include a tropical buffet lunch served between dive spots, complemented with morning and afternoon tea.

  • Minimum age for introductory scuba diving is 12 years. All diving participants will be required to complete a health questionaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • After a single dive, a wait of 12 hours is recommended before flying. If doing multiple dives, an interval of 24 hours is recommended.
Location
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
Wharf Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Travelingmermaid69
Jul 28, 2024
Incredible experience...immense beauty on the reef! - It was a very rough day out on the reef with huge waves but the scenery below the surface was magnificent! The crew were fun and helpful, with especially hard conditions....each site was beautiful and we had an incredible day!
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Johnmm8360mm
Jul 27, 2024
Epic dives with Gordon! - Spent a day on Agincourt Reef diving with SilverSonic crew…and was randomly assigned to Gordon’s group. Gordon was a fantastic Divemaster: totally professional without being pedantic. He led us on three great dives, spotted hard to find reef life, filling my Great Barrier Reef bingo card: sharks, rays, octopus…and a stunning array of coral and reef fish. All good…and all thanks to Gordon.
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Moira_and_phil
Jul 25, 2024
Gordon was great - Great facilities, organisation and staff. Gordon the dive master was fantastic. GBR once again superb. Managed three excellent dives
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Emak941
Jul 22, 2024
See life beauty - Seeing a Great Barrier Reef is definetely must be if you visit Queensland. The Quicksiver Tour offered us some amazing places to explore. We went snorrkeling and had the most amazing time. We were feeling a little sick because of the high waves but the crew took a really nice care of us. We enjoyed the guidence from marine biologist who told us some interesting facts about corals and other coral reefs animals. We saw a lot of see life and some amazing corals that really made the tour marvellous. Sending love from Slovenia.
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Rob
Jul 17, 2024
Great experience - We had a fantastic time on the reef. We did the introductory dive which was great fun and very safe/controlled. Our instructor Gordon was excellent and allowed us to really enjoy the experience. The snorkelling was fun too. The food was very generous and yummy. Strongly recommended!
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Marte_l
Jul 14, 2024
Fun diving with sharks - The most momorablr part was seeing sharks and the beautiful and colorful schools of fish swimming by.
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885natashah
Jul 13, 2024
Loved it! If in doubt book! - So so good! Well organised and great staff, I was pretty nervous about A) vommin, B) What was in the water. But the team were great from start to finish, the dive was awesome as I was pretty nervous about that - Lu was a legend and literally held my hand! No complaints :)
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James_f
Jul 10, 2024
Great tour! - Well organized and amazing snorkel spots! The crew was excellent! I would book this tour again and would highly recommend.
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Viviannem86
Jul 18, 2024
Great family adventure - The snorkel equipment was great and it felt safe to take our whole family out on the reef. I was told to lengthen this comment.
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Kiddocdmc
Jul 11, 2024
Decent way to see the Great Barrier Reef - Kind of a cattle-call of snorkelers and divers mixed on a large boat. The sites were decent for their corals and fish. The equipment was basic, at best. The crew were friendly and helpful.
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