Cairns & Port Douglas

15 Best Great Barrier Reef Tours from Cairns

This list sorts the reef trips out of Cairns by how you want your day to run: snorkel boats, dive boats and pontoons that suit non-swimmers. The outer reef sits about 90 minutes offshore, so every option is a full day. From November to May you’ll snorkel in a stinger suit; crews hand them out and nobody argues.

1.Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise From Cairns

Discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with our thrilling snorkeling and diving cruise from Cairns. Dive into an underwater paradise like no other.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“The boats is the most newest boat available for the tour, it is very clean and tidy. Look out areas in front and rear the boat make it the best place for photos and viewing the ocean. The staffs at service desk and on the…”

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2.From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

Unforgettable adventures await! Embark on a premium catamaran cruise from Cairns and discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Click now for an unforgettable experience!

★ 4.9

“Incredible and an amazing experience with Passions of Paradise. If you ever have to do Scuba or Snorkelling, highly recommend Passions of Paradise. Everything starting from crew, to instructors, to diving sites, to food, to snacks, to washrooms, to space and to top it all…”

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3.Cairns: Outer Edges of The Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight

Experience stunning aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef on a 40-minute scenic flight from Cairns, with expert commentary and potential whale sightings.

★ 4.9

“I was a bit nervous before the flight but was determined to do this once in a lifetime trip. The owner Greg was very reassuring when I checked in for the flight and put me at ease. All the staff were very friendly ,I was…”

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4.Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise From Cairns by Luxury Catamaran

Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef like never before. Join us on a luxury catamaran for an unforgettable snorkel and dive cruise from Cairns.

★ 5.0

“The Passion Crew were accommodating, courteous and lots of fun to be around. Harry was very patient with me as inexperienced snorkler”

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6.Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

Experience the Great Barrier Reef with this full-day snorkeling and diving tour from Cairns, featuring expert guides, delicious food, and stunning marine sights.

★ 4.7

“The tour was amazing, we spent whole 3,5 hours snorkelling the great barrier. The crew was really supportive and was always taking care of the passengers. Besides, as we were a really small group of people, we had the pleasure of exploring the barrier without…”

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7.Full-Day Small-Group Guided Snorkeling Tour, Outer Reef – Port Douglas

Discover the wonders of the Outer Reef in Port Douglas on this unforgettable snorkeling tour. Join our small-group adventure in 2023 and dive into an underwater paradise like no other.

★ 5.0

“Excellent! Highly recommend this small group that caters to personalized experience! 5 Star Experience for me.”

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11.Cairns: Outer Great Barrier Reef Full-Day Tour With Lunch

Experience the beauty of the Outer Great Barrier Reef on a full-day tour from Cairns. Dive into adventure with lunch included. Book now and make memories!

★ 4.7

“I did the Outer Great Barrier Reef tour with Down Under Tours and it was a five-star experience. The boat was super clean and safe, and the crew were so friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing too, with morning tea and a big buffet…”

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13.Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour From Cairns

Discover the ultimate luxury island and reef tour from Cairns with Seastar. Dive into the breathtaking wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, a paradise like no other.

★ 5.0

“We had a fabulous day aboard this big, clean and well managed ship. The skipper and crew for very professional, attentive and efficient in helping us to see one of the most remarkable snorkel places we have ever seen. They have a snRead more”

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15.Great Barrier Reef Full-Day Snorkeling Cruise From Cairns – Cairns & the Tropical North

Explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on an unforgettable full-day snorkeling cruise from Cairns. Dive into an underwater paradise in 2024!

★ 4.5

“I loved that we were able to get off the boat and hang out on the platform. There was plenty of space to slowly get into the water and get our kids comfortable with snorkeling. The underwater observatory and the glass bottom boats were favorites…”

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4.5Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience$211.59 4.7From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience9 hours$127 4.5Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise From Port Douglas$233.10 4.9Port Douglas: Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Cruise8 hours$210 5.0Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise, Cairns 25 Guests$200.11 5.0Great Barrier Reef Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise From Port Douglas$243.86 4.7Cairns: Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day8 hours$209 5.0Silversonic Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise From Port Douglas$192.04 4.8Port Douglas: Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Full-Day Cruise7 - 9 hours$195 4.8From Cairns: 40-Min Scenic Reef Window Seat Airplane Flight40 min$190 4.7Port Douglas: Low Isles Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkeling Tour4 hours$135 4.9Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options7.5 hours$174 5.0Outer Barrier Reef Sailing and Snorkeling Adventure From Port Douglas$243.86 4.5Silverswift Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise From Cairns$212.30 4.5Full-Day Cruise Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef$179.31 5.0Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip$179.31 4.8Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour9 hours$183 5.0Half Day Low Isles Snorkelling Tour From Port Douglas$175.72 4.0Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island From Cairns$107.59 5.0Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience$128.39 4.9Cairns: All-Inclusive Great Barrier Reef Half-Day Snorkeling5 hours$140 5.0Afternoon Low Isles Snorkeling and Sailing Cruise From Port Douglas$243.86 4.8Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel8 hours$189 4.5Cairns: Outer Great Barrier Reef Pontoon With Activities7.5 hours$208