Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island
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Join a professional crew aboard a custom-built vessel for snorkeling, an introductory diving with an experienced instructor, or two certified dives in the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This day trip takes you from Townsville or Magnetic Island to the Central Section of the Great Barrier Reef, where you get the chance to see reef fish, sea turtles, stingrays, reef sharks and more up close. Snorkel equipment is included.
What’s included
- Reef Ecology talks to enhance your experience
- Use of Floating Devices for Novice (pool noodles, life rings, vests with air)
- Demonstrations, instructions and use of Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel, fins and full-length suit)
- Lunch plus iced water, tea and coffee throughout the day
- Transport to the Central Section of the Great Barrier Reef
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snorkel Guide
- Dive Guide - compulsory for divers with less than 10 logged dives
- Fuel Levy
Meeting and pickup
Townsville: Fuel Wharf Breakwater Marina, located at the end of Mariners Drive off the Strand past G-Finger at 7:00AM OR Magnetic Island: Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal, Magnetic Island at 7:50AM.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 6 years for Snorkelling and 12 for Discover Scuba Diving
- Certified divers must present proof of certification to crew on board on the day
- Introductory divers MUST fill out a basic medical form prior to their dive. Some existing medical conditions may not allow you to dive
- Please wear your swimwear and bring a towel, hat, sunscreen and camera
- Heights, weights and shoe sizes MUST be advised at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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