Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide, Equipment & Snacks
Dive into the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef on this half-day snorkel adventure from Cairns. Board a fast vessel to either Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches, where you’ll spend 1.5 hours exploring vibrant corals and marine life with an expert guide. With a maximum of 27 guests, enjoy a more intimate, crowd-free experience complete with snorkel equipment, stinger suits, snacks, and flotation devices.
Inclusions
- Valid for one adult (15+), one child (6–14) or one family (two adults + two children)
- Half-day snorkel tour to the Great Barrier Reef including expert snorkel guide, snorkel equipment, stinger suit (seasonal), flotation devices and snacks
- Visit to Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches with approximately 1.5 hours snorkel time
- Maximum 27 guests per tour
- Available every day: 8am, 10am or 1pm
- Check-in at The Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns, departure from Cairns Marlin Marina
- Bookings available from 25 November 2025
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
- Up to 1 day before your chosen date - 100%
- Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
- Cancellations made more than 24 hours before experience date: no cancellation fees apply
- Cancellations within 24 hours of experience date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to Booking
24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Card for any onboard purchases
Every day
Important:
- Exclusions: Drinks, additional food, transfers and optional gratuities are not included
- Please note: Bookings are not valid on public holidays
- Check-in location: The Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns
- Departure point: Cairns Marlin Marina
- Please ensure you arrive at the check-in location at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows void offer
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
- Please allow approximately four hours for this experience
- Reef location (Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches) is determined by weather and marine conditions on the day
- Maximum 27 guests per tour
- Children aged 5 and under are not permitted on this tour. Children under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a paying parent/adult guardian (18+)
Terms & Conditions:
- Participants must be competent swimmers
- Tour is weather dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled at the discretion of Reef Adventures for passenger and crew safety
- Itinerary and reef location are subject to change depending on weather and marine conditions
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Vessel is subject to change depending on availability
- Marine life sightings are likely but cannot be guaranteed
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Reef Adventures
Explore the Great Barrier Reef with Reef Adventures. Their vessels take guests to pristine reef locations, promising vibrant marine life and educational fun in natural settings. With a focus on small group experiences, Reef Adventures ensures a personalised and unforgettable journey.