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Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour

Sail to the outer reef on a 25m catamaran, nap on the bow trampoline after.

A high-performance 25-metre sailing catamaran runs daily from Cairns to two outer reef sites: snorkel with turtles over coral gardens, eat a chef-prepared tropical buffet, and ride home on the netted bow trampoline.

⭑ 4.9 1,233 Google reviews 📍 Great Barrier Reef ⏱ 9 Hours 👥 Small group 🔥 Active

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Overview

There's something correct about arriving at the Great Barrier Reef under sail, and this 25-metre high-performance catamaran does it daily from Cairns, splitting the day across two distinct outer reef locations where turtles graze over the coral gardens.

The water time comes fully equipped: brand-new snorkelling gear for everyone, plus a free guided snorkel tour led by the crew, with an Eco-accredited marine naturalist running presentations on the coral and marine life so the reef makes sense rather than just sparkling. Scuba diving is available as an add-on for those who want to get under it.

Between swims, the boat is the destination: a chef-prepared tropical buffet lunch of hot and cold dishes with fresh fruit, morning and afternoon tea, a stylish upper deck for the loungers, and the netted trampoline at the bow, the single best napping surface in North Queensland. Note hotel transfers are an extra, payable at check-in.

Why you'll love it

  1. 1

    Sail a 25m performance catamaran

  2. 2

    Two outer reef locations

  3. 3

    Free guided snorkel tour

  4. 4

    Chef-prepared tropical buffet

  5. 5

    Bow trampoline for the cruise

  6. 6

    Marine naturalist aboard

What's included

✓ What's included

  • Snorkel and Scuba Diving Equipment (Wetsuits in the Winter and Lycra suits in the Summer)
  • Morning and Afternoon Tea
  • Tea, Coffee and Water
  • Hot and Cold freshly prepared buffet lunch
  • Marine Naturalist Talk
  • Prescription Masks (Limited availability)
  • Snorkel Guides

✕ Not included

  • ✕Photography services onboard
  • ✕Snacks/drinks from the bar
  • ✕Scuba diving
  • ✕Return hotel transfers are an additional cost, payable at check-in.

Common questions about this trip

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Bookings can be cancelled or amended up to 24 hours before departure. Within 24 hours the fee is 100%. If the operator cancels for weather or mechanical problems, guests get a full refund. No refunds are given for itinerary changes such as fewer reef sites. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 (including if the operator cancels) and we chase it on your behalf.

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What travellers say

Reviews from real travellers

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The operator's track record

4.9 on Google · 1,233 reviews

Review excerpts below are from Tripadvisor.

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"The snorkelling site was beautiful. The coral looked colourful, and the whole experience was very enjoyable. The food was also great, with fruit, snacks, tea, coffee, and a warm lunch provided on board."
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A J

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"Food and beverages on board were plentiful and delicious. There was plenty of space to find a comfy spot for sailing and to move around. All equipment was in good condition."
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Rachel

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"Wow what an amazing day! The experience was fantastic start to finish. Check in and being allocated equipment was a breeze… pre-snorkel briefings were clear… the snorkel itself was amazing, with the crew watching over us both in the water and from the boat - felt safe and looked after at all times. The boat was at full capacity but at no point felt a squeeze."
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Matt W

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