Down Under Cruise from Cairns
$275 Adult|Child $170 4-16 yrs|
Family 2A+2C $800
Departs daily 8.00am – 4.30pm
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Cairns Great Barrier Reef tour aboard the spacious and modern yacht, Evolution. This 35-meter vessel departs from Cairns and takes you to two exclusive, breathtaking locations on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Perfect for families with children aged 4-16, this tour offers an action-packed day of snorkelling or diving in one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders. Optional extras are available to enhance your experience. Join us for a day filled with excitement and wonder!
Departing from Cairns, enjoy around 5 hours at two exclusive Outer Great Barrier Reef sites for a full day of reef adventure. This experience is ideal for first-time snorkellers, introductory divers and certified divers alike.
All scuba diving options include a comprehensive safety and dive briefing and quality dive equipment. Introductory divers are guided by a fully qualified instructor, with a maximum ratio of 4 divers per instructor for a relaxed and personalised experience. Certified divers can choose to add a guided dive if desired.
To enhance your day, join a Semi-Submersible Coral Viewing Tour with commentary from an onboard marine biologist, or upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight for an unforgettable aerial view of the reef.
A BBQ buffet lunch is served onboard, and on the return cruise to Cairns, unwind with a complimentary glass of wine and light snack as you take in the final ocean views.
Want to fly to or from the Great Barrier Reef?
Explore our helicopter flight options for a truly memorable upgrade. Check here for helicopter options
Inclusions
7-15am -7.30am Check in at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St Cairns for 8am departure.
- Snorkel at 2 unique outer reef locations
- Snorkelling equipment & floatation devices
- Free use of lycra/sun-suit
- Hot BBQ lunch
- Tea & coffee provided
- Glass of wine and a light snack on return
Optional extras
Semi-Submersible Tour at the second reef location, Hastings Reef, with Marine Biologist live commentary. $20 Adults, $10 Child
Introductory Dive $90.00 per person
Certified Dive $90.00 2nd Dive $60.00
Certified dives are not guided – you can pay on board to add a Dive Guide-: 1st dive $20/2nd dive $10
Marine Biology Snorkel tour $35 per person
Scenic 10-minute Reef Helicopter flight $210 –
Underwater Camera Hire $65.00
Underwater Phone Case $35.00
Please read dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel.View Dive Medical
What to bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Reefsmart sunscreen
- Camera
- Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
- Change of clothes
- Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases
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🗓️ Flexible Cancellations
Enjoy peace of mind with our flexible booking policy. Most Cairns Tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours before departure with a full refund. (Helicopter tours are 48 hours) We make exploring Cairns stress free, so you can book with confidence.
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Reserve your place on our popular Cairns day tours with Klarna’s Book Now, Pay Later option, or just give us a call or send us an email to secure your booking. We will be in touch to arrange payment 7 days before your departure. Perfect for planning your Cairns holiday without upfront costs.
🌴 Local Since 1995
For over 30 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Far North Queensland travellers from around the world. Based in Cairns, we offer authentic tour experiences backed by genuine local knowledge and long standing connections to the region.
👩🏫 Expert Local Guides
Our passionate Cairns tour guides are storytellers, historians, and nature enthusiasts. With deep local knowledge, they bring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns’ tropical heritage to life, ensuring an unforgettable and educational experience.






















