Top Deck Club on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef

Liveaboard Vessel Information

  •  Vessel Type: Catamaran
  • Length: 34.92 metres (114.56 feet)
  • Width: 13.28 metres (43.56 feet)
  • Gross Tonnage: 929.77 t
  • Cabins: 21 twin/double staterooms, ensuite, large picture windows
  • Cabin Power: 240 Volt
  • Day Areas: Sun deck, Saloon, Heated Jacuzzi
  • Other Facilities onboard: helipad, Hydraulic snorkel and dive platform
  • Tanks: 65 cubic feet aluminium K valve

Welcome to Reef Encounter’s Top Deck Club—the ultimate way to experience the Great Barrier Reef in style! Designed to elevate your liveaboard adventure, the Top Deck Club offers a premium experience with exclusive amenities, personalized service, and stunning reef views, making every moment unforgettable. Perfect for couples, special occasions, or anyone who wants to enjoy the reef with added comfort, Top Deck Club is all about indulgence, relaxation, and adventure.

Personalized Service and Exclusive Perks

Top Deck Club guests are treated to a VIP experience from the moment they step aboard. With your valet, you’ll enjoy individualized attention, whether setting up dive and snorkel gear, serving your meals, or arranging special touches to make your stay memorable. From sunset cocktails to private guided snorkelling and diving tours, your valet is there to make sure everything runs smoothly and that you’re free to focus on enjoying the reef in complete comfort.

Spacious and Luxurious Accommodation

Top Deck Club cabins are beautifully appointed with spacious interiors, plush bedding, and private en-suites for the ultimate relaxation. Each cabin offers panoramic views of the reef so that you can wake up to the stunning sights of the Coral Sea each morning. With added touches like evening turndown service, fresh towels, and breakfast served in bed if you wish, your Top Deck cabin becomes a private sanctuary.

Private Reef Tours and Guided Diving

One of the highlights of the Top Deck Club experience is the personalized access to the reef. With a private guide, you’ll enjoy tailored snorkel and scuba tours that allow you to explore the reef at your own pace. Whether a beginner or an experienced diver, your guide will help you discover the reef’s hidden wonders, from vibrant coral gardens to encounters with colourful marine life like tropical fish, turtles, and rays. This exclusive experience allows you to connect with the reef in a relaxed, one-on-one setting.

Top Deck Club Dining with a View

Dining at the Top Deck Club is a treat for the senses! Enjoy gourmet meals prepared by Reef Encounter’s chef, served on the deck with ocean views or in the privacy of your cabin—whichever suits your mood. Each meal is designed to celebrate the region’s flavours, from fresh seafood to delicious Australian specialties. Top Deck Club also includes an evening cocktail hour, where you can unwind with a drink and watch the sunset over the reef.

Extra Special Touches

The Top Deck Club experience goes above and beyond to make every moment special. With added perks like complimentary champagne on arrival, sunset canapés, and priority boarding and disembarkation, Reef Encounter’s Top Deck Club makes every detail count. These thoughtful touches make your stay feel exclusive, setting the stage for a memorable experience on the Great Barrier Reef.

Perfect for Special Occasions

Whether celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary or just treating yourself to a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Reef Encounter’s Top Deck Club offers a unique way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. With its personalized service, comfortable accommodation, and unforgettable reef experiences, Top Deck Club makes creating memories that will last a lifetime easy. It’s the ultimate way to explore one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders in style!

 

Sample 2 Day Itinerary

Day One

  • 7:30 am Breakfast onboard Reef Experience, Cairns Marina Marlin Jetty “A” Finger, Cairns Meet your top deck club attendant.
  • 8:00 am Depart Marlin Jetty Marina Biologist Presentation Scuba Dive and Snorkel briefing
  • 9:30 am Arrive Outer Great Barrier Reef ~ Transfer to Reef Encounter
  • 10:30 am Water session – Sunbake and relax
  • Noon Buffet Lunch
  • 1:30 pm Scuba Dive and Snorkel Session – Relaxation time
  • 3:00 pm Cruise to our next Outer Great Barrier Reef Location
  • 3:30 pm Scuba Dive and Snorkel Session – Relaxation Time
  • 5:30 pm Sunset Cocktails
  • 6:30 pm Next Dinner under the stars (weather permitting)
  • 7:30 pm Night scuba dive, Relaxation time, Stargazing, board games or movie

Day Two

  • 6:30 am Early Morning Scuba Dive and Snorkel Session
  • 7:30 am Breakfast served in your Stateroom
  • 8:00 am Cruise to next Outer Great Barrier Reef Site
  • 8:30 am Water session
  • 10:30 am Water session
  • Noon Buffet Lunch
  • 1:30 pm Water Session, Sunbake and Relax
  • 2:30 pm Check out and get ready to transfer back to Cairns.
  • 3:00 pm Transfer from Reef Encounter to Reef Experience Wine, Cheese and Tropical Fruit Platters on Return Journey
  • 4:30 pm Arrive at Marlin Marina Cairns. Itineraries can change slightly due to different Seasons

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Amenities

Check-In: 10:00 am

Check-Out: 2:00 pm

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Top Deck Club Accommodations

Double Bed

1 x Double bed, en-suite cabin. Requires 2 guests or sole occupancy.

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Twin Share

2 x Single beds, en-suite cabin. Share with another guest.

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1 Review for “Top Deck Club”

  1. Grace

    Grace

    5

    The night dive was an unforgettable experience and absolutely exceeded expectations! The service of the crew was unreal! Especially the service our private guide provided was outstanding. The veggies were amazing as were the drinks, especially while having dinner at sunset on the deck! Can't wait to come back with friends!

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