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Reef Magic Cruise & Fly Adventure

$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 9am - 3.30pm
Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure with our Reef Magic Cruise & Fly tour. Begin your journey with a scenic cruise to the outer reef, where you’ll explore coral gardens, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and witness incredible marine life. After your reef experience, enjoy a thrilling return 25 minute flight, offering breathtaking aerial views of the reef’s stunning beauty. This unforgettable full-day tour combines the best of both worlds – sea and sky – for an unmatched exploration of Australia’s most iconic natural wonder.

This tour also operates in reverse - Fly out & Cruise return - 10.30am - 5.00pm

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

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.

Snorkeling: 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

Scenic Helicopter Flight to Cairns 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).

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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 over 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
  • 25 minute scenic Helicopter flight to Cairns

  • 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.

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 over 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
  • 25 minute scenic Helicopter flight to Cairns
  • 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.

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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