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Half Day Great Barrier Reef Tour

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Tour
Adult $199.00 | Child 6-14yrs $159.00
February - March Special $179.00
Depart Cairns 12 noon - 5.00pm
Wednesday to Sunday
Cairns newest & fastest purpose built vessel to the Outer Barrier Reef.
Join our expert snorkel artisans, made up of Master Reef Guides and Marine naturalists, on a crowd-free adventure with over 2 hours of snorkeling time. Get ready to discover the reef like never before!

Get ready for an exhilarating journey as we whisk you away on our brand new purpose built vessel designed for speed and excitement with Cairns premier half day trip to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Our half-day adventure ensures you make the most of your time in Cairns while our fast boat means less travel and more time to explore the mesmerising underwater world.
Join our expert snorkel artisans, made up of Master Reef Guides and Marine Naturalists, on a crowd-free adventure with over 2 hours of snorkelling time at an outer reef location.
Pure Snorkelling has a "roving permit" to 15 destinations on the Great Barrier Reef . Your Captain will choose a site on the day dependent on the best weather and reef conditions, ensuring you get the very best experience available.
Get ready to discover the reef like never before!

More Info & Booking
  • All snorkelling equipment including seasonal wetsuits and stinger suits
  • Prescription masks
  • Marine life presentation with our Master Reef Guides and Marine Naturalists
  • High speed transfer to the reef –1 hour travel time -  less travel more fun!
  • Over 2 hours of snorkelling at an exclusive reef location chosen from our selection of 15 destinations
  • Fresh, locally sourced afternoon snacks

Please note this tour is NOT suitable if you are pregnant, have any musculoskeletal issues that could be aggravated by a potentially bumpy ride, have any cardiac or mobility issues, or for children or adults who cannot swim.


  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.
  • Credit Card for onboard purchases from the bar

  • All snorkelling equipment including seasonal wetsuits and stinger suits
  • Prescription masks
  • Marine life presentation with our Master Reef Guides and Marine Naturalists
  • High speed transfer to the reef –1 hour travel time -  less travel more fun!
  • Over 2 hours of snorkelling at an exclusive reef location chosen from our selection of 15 destinations
  • Fresh, locally sourced afternoon snacks

Please note this tour is NOT suitable if you are pregnant, have any musculoskeletal issues that could be aggravated by a potentially bumpy ride, have any cardiac or mobility issues, or for children or adults who cannot swim.

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.
  • Credit Card for onboard purchases from the bar

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