Great Barrier Reef  Family Tours

Great Barrier Reef family tours are all-inclusive departing Cairns daily.   Our tour starts boarding at 7:30 am for an 8:00 departure.

During the day, we will visit two outer barrier reefs, both located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Once onboard, enjoy our BBQ bacon and egg rolls along with some tropical fruits.  There are also options for vegetarians.

Along the way, don’t miss our interactive Marine Biologist Presentation.

Once we reach the reef, there will be a glass-bottom boat tour, scuba diving for certified divers and beginners and snorkelling.

During this tour, you will have several hours to explore the reef.

Great Barrier Reef Facts

  •  Over 1500 species of fish inhabit the Great Barrier Reef.
  • 400 types of coral
  • 200 types of birds
  • 20 types of reptiles
  • Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the World’s largest coral reef system
  • Composed of over 2,900 individual reefs
  • Stretching from Bundaberg to Papua New Guinea over 2,600 kilometres.
  • The Great Barrier Reef is visible from Space.
  • One of the seven Natural Wonders of the World

 

During the day, you may also see turtles and clownfish.  Pop on fins, mask and snorkel to see thousands of brightly coloured fish.

This day is packed with family-friendly activities so that the whole family can enjoy it.

Next, enjoy our delicious bbq lunch along with delicious fresh salads while we cruise to our following location.

Snorkelling and an optional extra to go on a guided marine biologist tour at our following location.  There is also an optional extra for scuba diving for introductory divers and certified divers at this location.

Also, you may add our Marine Biologist tour and learn about the marine life you see along the way.

After sit back and enjoy afternoon tea as we cruise back to Cairns.

Best Crew on the Reef

Our crew will assist you if you need help in the water, even for people who cannot swim.

A Great Family Outing at an Unbeatable Price!

Great Barrier Reef family tour package is for two adults and two children (age 4-11 years).

Reef Experience is a family-owned and operated company.

We have complimentary reef-friendly sunscreen on board for all guests.

Spoil your family with our Luxury Great Barrier Reef tour.

This Great Barrier Reef tour visits two outer barrier Reef locations.

  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Glass Bottom boat tour

Great Barrier Reef itinerary

  • 07:30 – Board Reef Experience boat at the Cairns Marina ‘A-Finger’ for check-in.
  • 08:00 – Approximate departure & Safety Talk with a snorkel briefing.
  • 08:30 –Next, enjoy our Marine Biology presentation,
  • 09:00 –  Followed by a detailed scuba dive briefing.
  • 09:30 – Arrive at our first spectacular reef site, snorkel and dive.
  • 10:30 – Glass Bottom Boat Tour (approximately 20 minutes).
  • 12:30 – Lunch
  • 13:00 – After lunch, Cruise to our second location.
  • 15:00 – Depart the Great Barrier Reef.
  • 15:30 – Glass of wine, tropical fruits, cheese and biscuits.
  • 16:30 – Arrive back in Cairns.

Included in our Great Barrier Reef family tours

  • Up to 6 hours at two pristine Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour locations
  • Unlimited snorkelling
  • All equipment, including wetsuit hire and flotation aids
  • FREE Scuba Dive (Certified Dive qualified OR Resort Dive
  • Glass Bottom Boat Tour
  • Return transfers from Cairns city accommodation
  • Marine Biology Presentation
  • Breakfast: BBQ bacon and egg roll,
  • Coffee, tea and fruit platters.
  • Delicious Buffet BBQ lunch with an assortment of fresh salads.
  • Cheese and fruit platter plus a complimentary wine on the return journey.
  • The crew are happy to help first-time snorkelers and non-swimmers.
  • Large sun deck with padded lounges and air-conditioned indoor areas.
  • Reef tax, fuel levy and National Marine Park fees.
  • Underwater Digital Camera Hire
  • Snack Bar Purchases: Soft drinks, chocolate, chips, alcohol etc.
  • Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour of the reef:
  • Great Barrier Reef souvenirs – T-shirts, hats etc
  • Dive Guides for certified scuba divers (instructors included for beginner divers)
  • Prescription mask hire
  • Bus transfers from accommodation outside of Cairns city.
  • Second scuba dive at the afternoon reef site
  • Cash and/or credit card for purchases
  • Swimming Clothes, Towel, Hat and Sunglasses,
  • Proof of qualification if you’re a certified diver

Reef Experience departs from
Cairns Marina: ‘A-Finger’ View map to Cairns Marlin Marina

Boarding commences at 7:30 am for check-in, directly on the vessel ‘Reef Experience.’

Arrive back to Cairns Marina at approximately 4:30 pm

Where Can I Park?

There are several parking stations throughout Cairns within walking distance of the Marina.  Click here to see where

 Important Information for Scuba Diving 

We have a passion for showing you Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

Queensland, Australia, has some of the world’s strictest scuba diving rules and the safest scuba diving record.

We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.

We recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire.  This questionnaire will tell you if you do need to obtain a dive medical.

Some medical conditions, age and/or medications may prevent you from scuba diving.

Please take the time to be prepared to avoid disappointment on the day.

It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.

Reef Experience Medical Questionnaire

We are happy to help you with any questions you may have.   Please get in touch with our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us.

Alternatively, you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms’ AS.4005.1

Flying after Scuba Diving

For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours.

For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after your scuba diving.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.

 

 

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Best value outer Great Barrier Reef tour! Snorkel, scuba dive & glass bottom boat the Barrier Reef with Cairns' only all inclusive reef tour! Visit two pristine locations and enjoy up to 6 hours in natures paradise - Reef Experience is our NUMBER 1 day trip in Cairns. An unbeatable outer reef tour...

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