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Reef Magic Pontoon

Great Barrier Reef Fly-Cruise

$729.00 per adult
$569.00 per child 3-14 yrs
Family 2A+2C 3-14yrs $2408.00
Infant under 3 - seated on adult lap - Free of Charge.
Departs daily 10.30am - 5.00pm
Enjoy a 25-minute scenic flight to Moore Reef with stunning reef views, rainforest coastline, and the chance to spot turtles, dolphins, and manta rays. Your experienced pilot will provide informative commentary, pointing out marine life such as turtles, dolphins, manta rays, and large schools of fish.

The all-weather Reef Magic Pontoon is the latest and most technologically advanced structure on the Great Barrier Reef, designed and built with sustainability in mind. Spanning over 1,003 square meters and accommodating up to 450 guests, it limits the number to a maximum of 250 to ensure lots of space and a more intimate experience.

Highlights of Your Day: Click here to see a virtual -video of your day out on Reef Magic

Scenic Helicopter Flight - The 25 minute scenic flight from Cairns takes you to a reef activity platform located at Moore Reef.  Enjoy stunning panoramic views extending from the tropical rainforest clad coastline, across the azure waters of the Coral Sea and into the very heart of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.  Your highly skilled pilot will share their local knowledge of the region while on the lookout for Turtles, Dolphins, Manta Rays, large schools of pelagic fish and even majestic Humpback whales (Jul – Sep).

Stay Dry Activities: Relax on the spacious sundeck, or marvel at the marine life from our underwater observatory, glass-bottom boat, or semi-submersible tours.

Snorkelling: Dive into the vibrant coral gardens and explore the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

Scuba Diving: Whether you're a certified diver or a beginner, discover the reef's depths with our guided scuba diving experiences.

Sea Trek Helmet Diving: A unique underwater adventure exploring to a depth of 3 metres without getting your hair wet. Reef Magic has the longest helmet diving circuit on the Great Barrier Reef. Perfect for non-swimmers or nervous divers. Minimum child age is 12 yrs

 

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4.5 hours at the Outer Great Barrier Reef and less than 90 minutes travel time directly from Cairns

  • 25 minute scenic flight transfer to the Great Barrier Reef .
  • Unlimited snorkelling with all equipment and instruction
  • FREE wetsuits (winter) and lycra suits (summer)
  • FREE Semi Submersible tours with interactive commentary
  • FREE Glass Bottom Boat tours with interactive commentary
  • Underwater reef viewing observatory
  • Fish feeding & identification
  • Great Barrier Reef presentation conducted by Marine Biologist/ Master Reef Guide
  • The Reef Magic Pontoon Reef Activity Platform offers shelter and shade, including a sundeck, fresh water showers and change rooms
  • Chef prepared lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and drinking water all-day
  • Children’s swimming enclosure
  • Personal flotation devices included - swim vests & noodles

  • Introductory Dive $134 - 2nd dive $92
  • Certified Dive $123.00 - 2nd dive $82
  • Sea Trek Helmet Diving $134.00

Please note - certain medical conditions (i.e. asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure or certain medications may exclude individuals from diving.

PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel. View Dive Medical.pdf

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - You should not fly at high altitude within 12 hours of a single dive or 18 hours when doing multiple dives (where possible wait 24 hours)

 


  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

Maximum individual seat weight limit of 130kg applies

Checkin required 45 minutes prior to departure. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time.

All tours are confirmed subject to availability, weather and achieved booking minimums.  Solo traveller bookings welcome.

One (1) infant (under 3 years of age) is permitted per flight and may travel free of charge when seated on a parent’s/guardians lap with a company provided infant seat belt restraint.

Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund
Any flight amendments made inside 48 hours with incur a 50% penalty.
Cancellation within 24 hours is non refundable
No amendments accepted inside 24 hours prior to departure

Flights are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.

The decision of the pilot in command is final with regards to cancelling a flight due to inclement weather and/or the refusal of the passenger/s if the passenger/s are deemed unfit for flight.

 


4.5 hours at the Outer Great Barrier Reef and less than 90 minutes travel time directly from Cairns

  • 25 minute scenic flight transfer to the Great Barrier Reef .
  • Unlimited snorkelling with all equipment and instruction
  • FREE wetsuits (winter) and lycra suits (summer)
  • FREE Semi Submersible tours with interactive commentary
  • FREE Glass Bottom Boat tours with interactive commentary
  • Underwater reef viewing observatory
  • Fish feeding & identification
  • Great Barrier Reef presentation conducted by Marine Biologist/ Master Reef Guide
  • The Reef Magic Pontoon Reef Activity Platform offers shelter and shade, including a sundeck, fresh water showers and change rooms
  • Chef prepared lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and drinking water all-day
  • Children’s swimming enclosure
  • Personal flotation devices included - swim vests & noodles
  • Introductory Dive $134 - 2nd dive $92
  • Certified Dive $123.00 - 2nd dive $82
  • Sea Trek Helmet Diving $134.00

Please note - certain medical conditions (i.e. asthma, epilepsy, high blood pressure or certain medications may exclude individuals from diving.

PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel. View Dive Medical.pdf

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - You should not fly at high altitude within 12 hours of a single dive or 18 hours when doing multiple dives (where possible wait 24 hours)

 

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

Maximum individual seat weight limit of 130kg applies

Checkin required 45 minutes prior to departure. Check-in will close 30 minutes before departure and you will not be able to check in after this time.

All tours are confirmed subject to availability, weather and achieved booking minimums.  Solo traveller bookings welcome.

One (1) infant (under 3 years of age) is permitted per flight and may travel free of charge when seated on a parent’s/guardians lap with a company provided infant seat belt restraint.

Cancellation notice of 48 hours is required for a full refund
Any flight amendments made inside 48 hours with incur a 50% penalty.
Cancellation within 24 hours is non refundable
No amendments accepted inside 24 hours prior to departure

Flights are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air-traffic control and availability.

The decision of the pilot in command is final with regards to cancelling a flight due to inclement weather and/or the refusal of the passenger/s if the passenger/s are deemed unfit for flight.

 

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