Outer Reef Pontoon Experience from Cairns

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Highlights

  • Access to moored pontoon on the Great Barrier Reef via high-speed catamaran

  • Make a splash on the Sunlover Sunslide

  • Go snorkeling or stay dry on a glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tour

Summary

Step aboard a high-speed catamaran departing the Cairns shoreline, bound for the Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the way to the pontoon, listen to your naturalist guide talk about the sea creatures and plants of the Great Barrier Reef. On the pontoon, pick the activities you like best. Beginners on up can embark on a snorkeling adventure as equipment and instruction are included. Lycra sunsuits are provided, and wetsuits can be rented at additional cost. If you wish to stay dry, take a glass-bottom boat or a semi-submersible ride, and get hands-on with the onboard touch tank. Upgrades include Seawalker helmet diving, introductory scuba diving, or certified scuba diving. Included on the pontoon are lunch, use of freshwater showers, an onboard cash bar, and use of Wi-Fi to upload your photos to social media immediately. The tour ends at the departure point.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
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Why take this tour?

Choose your own adventure on this multi-activity Great Barrier Reef cruise from Cairns. Start with a scenic catamaran cruise out to the moored pontoon boat, equipped with a touch pool, snorkeling equipment, a glass-bottom boat, and semi-submersible, as well as several other experiences available as upgrades. Lunch and use of freshwater showers make for a comfortable day trip.

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What’s included?

  • Snorkeling equipment

  • Glass bottom boat and Semi-Submersible tours (unlimited)

  • Sunlover waterslide and spacious sun deck

  • Great Barrier Reef and fish feeding presentations by our marine experts

  • Underwater observatory and ocean enclosed pool

  • Served Buffet. Please advise of any dietary requirements

  • While the vessel is stationary

  • WiFi on board

  • Fresh water showers and change rooms

  • Environmental Management Charge (EMC)

  • Entry/Admission - Great Barrier Reef

  • Additional cost: Wetsuit and prescription snorkel mask

  • Additional cost: food & drink from the bar

  • Additional cost: Guided Snorkel Tour, Intro or Certified Diving, Seawalker Helmet Dive, Heli Filghts

  • Additional cost: professional photos or camera hire

  • Additional cost: Secure lockers

  • Additional Cost: Hotel Transfers can be added directly with Sunlover

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

From 17 December all passengers 16 years and above are required to show proof of full vaccination status.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Sunlover Reef Cruises

About operator:

Play in the world’s best natural playground, the Great Barrier Reef, with Sunlover Reef Cruises. Join our eco-certified tours to our state of the art pontoon at Moore Reef on the outer reef, which is custom designed & perfectly positioned & equipped so that any age or ability can fully experience the magic of the reef with its abundance of brilliantly coloured coral, masses of fascinating fish, turtles & more! Included activities include snorkeling, glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, underwater observatory, marine life touch tank, fish feeding, ocean enclosed kids pool & delicious packed lunch, as well as spacious sun deck to relax and take in the 360 degree views. Moore Reef pontoon also features the famous Sunlover waterslide– the only waterslide on the reef! Optional extras include SCUBA diving, Seawalker helmet diving, guided snorkel safaris, & scenic heli flights. Our friendly crew will ensure you depart with a smile on your face & memories to last a lifetime.

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