John Brewer Reef: Snorkel with Marine Life and Sculptures

Dive into the Great Barrier Reef and explore MOUA’s underwater sculptures on an eco-certified snorkeling tour from Townsville. Book your adventure today!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • John Brewer Reef - Your journey to John Brewer Reef starts at the Breakwater SeaLink Ferry Terminal, where our crew will be there to meet you.

While cruising for one hour and forty-five minutes, you have the chance to learn about the local marine ecosystems and their cultural significance or simply sit back and relax while enjoying a delicious morning tea.

Upon arrival you have the opportunity to snorkel amongst John Brewer Reef’s pristine coral and MOUA’s underwater sculptures the “Ocean Sentinels”, you can relax while appreciating the stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef and it’s crystal clear blue waters.

Throughout the day, you can enjoy a wholesome buffet-style lunch, provided in the comfort of an air-conditioned vessel. As you sail back to Townsville, why not treat yourself to some delightful afternoon tea offerings? It’s the ideal way to conclude your day!

What's Included
  • Up to 4 hours on the Great Barrier Reef and MOUA (weather permitting)
  • Marine life, snorkelling tuition & briefings
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information

Embark on an aquatic adventure like no other! Immerse yourself into John Brewer Reef’s crystal-clear waters while being surrounded by pristine and healthy corals teeming with iconic marine life such as green turtles, giant clams, schools of tropical fish and clownfish Nemo.

Not only that… here, you will discover MOUA’s Ocean Sentinels, a series of underwater sculptures positioned in the shallows of the sandy ocean floor, perfect for your snorkelling adventures!

Enjoy a unique, all inclusive & Eco certified day tour, while on-board a fast, modern and spacious air-conditioned catamaran.

Maximum guest number capped to less than half capacity, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

  • You must be able to swim and be comfortable in the water to participate on this tour and see the Reef
  • Food included caters for the following dietary requirements: vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy free. For any further dietary preferences or food allergies, you’re welcome to bring your own food, in addition to what we can supply.
Location
SeaLink North Queensland
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive
Please make your way inside the ferry terminal to check-in, opened from 06.45am.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Fmckay
Aug 18, 2024
Beautiful snorkling on the reef and seeing MOUA. Friendly, fun trip - Excellent day of snorkling on the Great Barrier Reef. Easy to find meeting spot, 2.5 hour trip out to the reef including stops to see whales and dolphins en route. Snacks provided at appropriate times - fresh fruit and biscuits AM & PM teas, and lunch (dyi sandwiches- provided) between the two bouts of snorkling. Loved the MOUA installations. The day was so beautiful with still calm waters and high clarity. Knowledgeable and friendly staff on board. We were very lucky to get a cancellation at the last minute as we hadn’t booked ahead. Highly recommend
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Julialg9
Jul 27, 2024
Fun day - We had a fun day. The reef is beautiful. The crew were great, professional, competent and friendly. Lunch, morning and afternoon tea very good. Plenty of time to snorkel. It was pretty cold on 27 July and not everyone did the second snorkel.
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Katkilcoy
Jun 15, 2024
One of the best experiences ever! - Top ten experiences of my entire life. Our family went with the amazing SeaLink crew to the reef and got to experience MOUA! The crew were exceptional, the reef was spectacular and so close! We were lucky enough to go on World Ocean day, we were in the company of legends who were so passionate and willing to share their time and knowledge. Absolute highlight of our lives!
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74kayea
Jun 8, 2024
Great day out for all - A fabulous day out on the reef snorkelling . Crew keep you safe when in the water and a there is a stunning view of the reef from boat. If you want to see beautiful coral and fish this an excellent trip for all
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Moretra
Aug 11, 2024
Travel with 24 friends to Kanguros Island. - We travelled to Kanguros Island by ferry and there by bus around the island. We saw the Kanguros, Koalas, Crocodiles, and more animals in the park. Fantastic stay excellent bus. Here are my 4 photos today.
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Robinkg2113el
Jun 29, 2024
Disappointment Down Under - Disappointing, I travelled from overseas for this. Despite good weather conditions and visibility we could not see the the Museum of Underwater Art on this snorkel tour which our Sealink boat was apparently situated above - even at low tide. Came across 3 of the Sentinel statues on the reefs edge during the first snorkel which were haunting, even when viewed from above from a depth of 5m - but really not enough, for what is supposed to be the keystone part of this snorkel tour. No information was given about the artist or the artwork and the stories behind them. The one map they had onboard, I had to fetch after the first snorkel and ask them to orient me to where things were. It was out of date - only showing the Glasshouse with no info about the Sentinels, and didn't have the names or any information about any of it. The staff I approached were uninterested or uninformed enough to help me with such a simple query. I was left to my own devices for the second snorkel and though the sea life was vibrant in parts, before I knew it, it was over and we were heading back to Townsville. Fine if you live locally, and you're there for the corals and sea life of the great barrier reef will a little extra art on the side - but frankly I wouldn't recommend this if you're there for Jason Decaires Taylor's amazing undersea sculptures - arrange a guided experience and scuba it instead.
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