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*Great Barrier Reef Encounter - Stay overnight or longer on the reef for scuba diving or snorkelling (#338)
Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Tours » *Great Barrier Reef Encounter - Stay overnight or longer on the reef for scuba diving or snorkelling (#338)
Type: Tours in Cairns - Scuba Diving and Snorkelling Overnight Trips
Have you thought about sleeping a night or two at the Great Barrier Reef instead of just going for the day? Who knows what you might encounter? Reef Encounter is a 35 metre luxury catamaran designed for the utmost stability and comfort at sea. The perfect base to experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. The vessel is air-conditioned throughout and features spacious decks as well as roomy dining and recreation areas. They even have an onboard spa. The large easy access water platform allows hassle free diving and snorkelling. The vessel features comfortable cabins all with private bathrooms. All of these features, combined with friendly, experienced crew makes Reef Encounter the ultimate diving and snorkelling adventure vessel.
Departure Dates: You can start this tour any day of the year however advance bookings are highly recommended. It departs Cairns at around 7.30am and returns to Cairns at around 4.30pm on the day of return.
How to book: You can book online via the rates table's "Book Now" button. Just click on it and follow the prompts. Or, you call to book 1800 681 685. A 25% deposit payment is required at time of booking. Government reef tax, fuel levy & port charges of $15 per person per day at sea are included in the prices in the rates table below. Once your booking is confirmed and deposit payment received, a booking confirmation will be emailed to you shortly after.
Example Itinerary:
2 Day / 1 Night Trip - 5 x Certified Dives & 1 Night Dive
3 Day / 2 Night - 8 x Certified Dives & 2 Night Dives
4 Day / 3 Night - 11 Certified/Intro Dives + 3 Night Dives (Cert. onl
Departure Day
7.30am Board the transfer vessel ‘Reef Experience’ at Cairns Marlin Marina for breakfast, check-in and your journey to Reef Encounter
9.30am Arrive onboard Reef Encounter for your ‘Welcome & Safety Talk’ before being shown to your room to settle in and relax
10.30am Water Session: Time to snorkel for all guests before lunch
12.00 Lunch is served in the dining saloon
13.00 Water Briefings: Certified Diver Briefings / Try Scuba Diving Briefings / Snorkel Adventure Briefings
13.30 Water Session: Scuba dive or snorkel time
15:30 Water Session: Scuba dive or snorkel time. Glass bottom boat tour available upon request
18:00 Dinner is served in the dining saloon
19:00 Night Dive Briefings
19:30 Night dive commences for all those scuba diving
20:00 Desert is served in the dining saloon
Return Day
6.00am Wake-up call for the early morning dive and snorkel session
6:30am Water Session: Sunrise scuba dive or snorkel time. Glass bottom boat tour available upon request
7:30am Breakfast is served in the dining saloon
8:30am Water Session: Scuba Dive or Snorkel Time
10:30am Water Session: Scuba Dive or Snorkel Time
12:00 Lunch is served in the dining saloon
13:30 Water Session: Snorkel only session available to all passengers before departure
14:45 Departing passengers board the transfer vessel ‘Reef Experience’ for the journey back to Cairns. Complimentary wine, cheese and biscuits served before the return journey.
16:30 Approximate arrival time to the Cairns Marlin Marina
Room Types:
Multishare Cabins: 4 bunk beds per cabin, with own ensuite. Ideal for people travelling alone.
Staterooms: 1 double or 2 single beds per cabin with ensuite. Double beds can only be booked by couples.
"Top Deck Club" Staterooms: 1 double or 2 single beds per cabin with private bathroom, located on the Top Deck. Top deck service includes: Champagne on arrival, Sunset Cocktails with our Skipper, Fresh fruit platter, Dinner under the stars, Turn Down service, and other nice surpises.. we don't want to reveal them all.
Features & Inclusions
- Chef prepared meals
- Snorkelling equipment
- Glass bottom boat
- Bed Linen
- Fresh water / Tea & Coffee
- Heated Spa
- Sundeck
- All Diving equipment in included in Dive packages
- 2 Day / 1 Night Trip - 5 x Certified Dives & 1 Night Dive
- 3 Day / 2 Night - 8 x Certified Dives & 2 Night Dives
Rates and Tariffs
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| 2 Day 1 Night Snorkeller/ Mutli-Share Cabin (including all taxes & levies) | $370.00 per person |
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| 2 Day 1 Night Snorkeller/ Stateroom (including all taxes & levies) | $450.00 per person |
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| 2 Day 1 Night Cert Diver / Mutli-Share Cabin (including all taxes & levies) | $465.00 per person |
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| 2 Day 1 Night Cert Diver / Stateroom (including all taxes & levies) | $545.00 per person |
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| 3 Day 2 Night Snorkeller/ Mutli-Share Cabin (including all taxes & levies) | $565.00 per person |
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| 3 Day 2 Night Snorkeller/ Stateroom (including all taxes & levies) | $675.00 per person |
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| 3 Day 2 Night Cert Diver/ Mutli-Share Cabin (including all taxes & levies) | $685.00 per person |
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| 3 Day 2 Night Cert Diver/ Stateroom (including all taxes & levies) | $820.00 per person |
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| Top Deck Club: 2 Day 1 Night: Snorkeller: Twin Share (including all taxes & levies) | $795.00 per person |
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| Top Deck Club: 3 Days 2 Nights: Snorkeller: Twin Share (including all taxes & levies) | $1195.00 per person |
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| Top Deck Club: 2 Day 1 Night: Cert Diver: Twin Share (including all taxes & levies) | $885.00 per person |
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| Top Deck Club: 3 Days 2 Nights: Cert Diver: Twin Share (including all taxes & levies) | $1365.00 per person |
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| * Booking terms and conditions may apply, please details below. | ||||
Booking Information
Departure Dates: You can start this tour any day of the year however advance bookings are highly recommended. It departs Cairns at around 7.30am and returns to Cairns at around 4.30pm on the day of return.
How to book: You can book online via the rates table's "Book Now" button. Just click on it and follow the prompts. Or, you call to book on + 61 7 4044 9792 from outside Australia or 1800 681 685 (free call) from within Australia. A 25% deposit payment is required at time of booking. The balance is payable on the day of travel. Government reef tax, fuel levy & port charges of $15 per person per day at sea are included in the prices in the rates table above. Once your booking is confirmed and deposit payment received, a booking confirmation will be emailed to you shortly after.
Optional extras:
Night Intro Dive = $80.00.
Regarding Scuba Diving:
Some medical conditions will prevent you from diving. Some of the more common conditions are Asthma, Diabetes, Pregnancy, Epilepsy and heart or lung conditions. Some other medical conditions may also be a problem. If you are unsure about any specific condition please contact us.
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