Australia · BOAT TOURS IN CAIRNS
Consider this the list you would text a friend who lands next week: 15 boat tours in Cairns that hold up on the day, each with what it costs and the thing worth knowing first.
Snorkel two outer Great Barrier Reef sites from Cairns on the Evolution, with BBQ lunch, safety training, and optional scuba or helicopter.
“Very cool experience, very much recommend it to anyone who is looking to do the Great Barrier Reef. The helicopter ride was absolutely incredible, with a brilliant captain of Jos!”
Cairns catamaran cruise to two outer Great Barrier Reef spots with snorkeling support, chef lunch, and marine talks, about $190.
“Extremely well organized. Clear that safety was number one priority but at same time ensuring high levels of customer service. Lunch was excellent and well prepared and snacks were provided. Locally owned company and very green focused.”
Full-day outer Great Barrier Reef catamaran from Cairns with two reef stops, snorkel or scuba instruction, and a chef-prepared buffet lunch.
“It was a wonderful day spent on the GBR with an enthusiastic, professional and organised crew. The reef snorkelling and scuba diving was so spectacular. Highly recommend this tour!”
Ocean Freedom from Cairns takes you to two protected Great Barrier Reef snorkel spots, with a glass-bottom tour, reef-guided drift, and a big seafood lunch.
“The trip was amazing! All staff were informative, friendly and educational. We had some fun trips with staff and by ourselves. I would recommend and return!”
Fast luxury cruise from Cairns to Wonder Wall and Upolu Coral Cay, with guided drift snorkel, glass-bottom views, optional scuba, and a big lunch.
“The staff were all amazing. You can tell they really enjoy their job. The nibbles they provided throughout the day and the lunch was really good. I expected it to be alot busier given it was peak season but was fortunate to book onto a tour that only had just over 30 people compared to the max 75 capacity”
Cairns full-day Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise on Evolution, with 2 reef swims and an included 10-minute helicopter flight.
“Nothing can be improved everything is excellent and worth every penny”
Cairns catamaran dinner cruise with sparkling drink, hot and cold buffet, and twilight views of Trinity Inlet. 3 hours.
“Would definitely recommend this as a great night out food was nice people were super friendly and helpful. I would definitely go again soon”
Full-day Silverswift reef cruise from Cairns with snorkeling or scuba, three reef sites, included meals, and pro guides on a 29m catamaran.
“Comfortable boat. Attentive and helpful scuba diving instructor for introductory dive. Wonderful to have him trust us to follow him on our own. The dive was a decent amount of time, over a half hour at least.”
Thrill-seekers, meet Cairns: a 35-minute high-speed jet boat on Trinity Inlet with splashy spins, live commentary, and crocodile-spotting chances.
“Amazing. Staff were wonderful. Had the best time. Lots of fun. Make sure you’re ready to get wet!!!!”
Half-day catamaran from Cairns to Green Island for snorkeling or a glass-bottom reef view, beach time, and island facilities. 4 hrs.
“You better book for the full-day, in order to enjoy the most!”
Sail the outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns on a small-group yacht with guided snorkeling, gear, and included meals plus suits for kids.
“The places in the reef that were chosen were absolutely breathtaking! It was like swimming in an aquarium there were so many fish. The coral Was stunning and diverse. A very competent crew and skipper Makayla!! Recommend this small group tour over the larger groups for sure!!!”
Half-day catamaran cruise from Cairns to Green Island, with rainforest time and reef viewing via snorkeling or glass-bottom boat.
“I enjoyed the cruise, even though a bit bumpy, it was fun. We saw lots of fish, sea cucumbers, a couple of class, a turtle from the pier, Commentary explained what we saw, with scientific information. I had expected to see a lot of colour in the corals. Best of all for me was walking on the island, so peaceful. The beach was lovely, and there were people swimming between the flags of the patrolled beach, and of course, snorkelling.”
Sail out from Cairns on a small-group reef boat for guided snorkeling, optional scuba, then relax on Green Island beaches.
“Fantastic and the crew was excellent Mat, Marie & Paul”
Reef snorkeling plus a glass bottom boat and rainforest time on Green Island, just 45 minutes from Cairns by fast catamaran.
“Green island is so beautiful and the activities are great whether you are solo traveling , with family or friends its great either way. The boat crew and island staff are amazing and make the whole experience so much easier and enjoyable. would 100% recommend this and would do it again!!”
Great Barrier Reef by super-yacht plus a 10-minute helicopter flight from Cairns, with BBQ lunch, snorkeling, and optional scuba.
“A friendly, meticulous staff guide you through a perfectly paced day of relaxation and recreation out to and around the Great Barrier Reef. They have so many different options for comfort, ability and interest level that leaves no one behind and excluded from the fun. DEFINITELY do the helicopter option if possible — it’s a highlight of our entire trip to Australia.”
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