Sleep on the Great Barrier Reef onboard Reef Encounter’s floating luxury boutique hotel. With large, easy access snorkel and dive platforms offering direct hassle-free access into the water right off the boat. This tour will allow you to see the reef by day and night, and allow you to view the superb sunsets and stunning sunrises. After exploring the reefs during the day relax in the hot tub, read a book on the comfy sofas or grab a night time drink from the saloon bar. Your spacious air-conditioned cabin has its own ensuite bathroom.
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4 Day/3 Night Outer Barrier Reef Encounter from Cairns
Perfect for certified divers, introductory divers and adventure snorkellers wanting to spend three luxury nights on the Great Barrier Reef.
Schedule
Departures: Daily
| Start | Finish | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Barrier Reef Encounter Tour | 8:00am | 4:30pm | 4 Days |
Pricing
| Ticket | Room Type | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults |
Sole Use – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Snorkelling Only – 18+ Only | $2355 |
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Sole Use – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Certified Diver: Includes 14 Dives (11 Day, 3 Night) | $2650 | |
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Sole Use – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
SSI Open Water Dive Course – 18+ Only | $2894 | |
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Sole Use – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Introductory Diver: Includes 11 Daytime Dives – 18+ Only | $2935 | |
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Multi Share (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 3) |
Snorkelling Only – 18+ Only | $745 | |
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Multi Share (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 3) |
Certified Diver: Includes 14 Dives (11 Day, 3 Night) – 18+ Only + $140 if you would like a dive guide | $890 | |
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Multi Share (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 3) |
SSI Open Water Dive Course – 18+ Only | $1090 | |
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Multi Share (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 3) |
Introductory Diver: Includes 11 Daytime Dives | $1160 | |
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Sole Use (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Snorkelling Only | $1660 | |
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Sole Use (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Certified Diver: Includes 14 Dives (11 Day, 3 Night) – 18+ Only | $2005 | |
|
Sole Use (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
SSI Open Water Dive Course – 18+ Only | $2066 | |
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Sole Use (Min booking: 1, Sleeps: 1) |
Introductory Diver: Includes 11 Daytime Dives – 18+ Only | $2190 | |
| Adults/Children |
Twin Share – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Snorkelling Only – 12+ Only | $1580 |
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Twin Share – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Certified Diver: Includes 14 Dives (11 Day, 3 Night) – 12+ Only | $1830 | |
|
Twin Share – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Introductory Diver: Includes 11 Daytime Dives – 12+ Only | $2160 | |
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Twin Share – Top Deck Club (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
SSI Open Water Dive Course | $2285 | |
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Twin Share (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Snorkelling Only | $885 | |
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Twin Share (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Certified Diver: Includes 14 Dives (11 Day, 3 Night) – 12+ Only +$150 for Guided Dives | $1080 | |
|
Twin Share (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
SSI Open Water Dive Course – 12+ Only | $1291 | |
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Twin Share (Min booking: 2, Sleeps: 2) |
Introductory Diver: Includes 11 Daytime Dives | $1415 |
Extras
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| Hotel Transfers | Cairns City Area Hotels to Marina Return Transfers | $12pp |
| Hotel Transfers | Cairns Northern Beaches Hotels to Marina Return Transfers | $22pp |
| Scenic Helicopter Flight | Port Douglas one way (Min. 2 Guests required) | $35pp |
| Hotel Transfers | Port Douglas Hotels to Marina Return Transfers (Min. 2 Guests required) | $70pp |
| Scenic Helicopter Flight | One Way Helicopter Transfers from Cairns | $560pp |
| Scenic Helicopter Flight | Return Helicopter Transfers from Cairns | $1120pp |
| Scuba Dive | Introductory Diver: Add a Night Dive (must have successfully completed at least 1 daytime dive) | $80pp |
| Underwater Camera Hire | 4 Days of Underwater Camera Hire | $59 per day |
| Wet-suit/Stinger-suit Hire | Wetsuit Hire for 4 Days | $20pp |
| Gear Hire | Dive Torch Hire | $15 per torch |
| Scuba Dive | SSI Advanced Adventurer Course for Certified Divers | $150pp |
Transport
Boat
Group Size: 42ppl max
- 115ft Catamaran
Inclusions
- National Park Fees
- Snorkeling Gear
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- 4 x Breakfast
- 4 x Lunch
- 3 x Dinner
- Fresh Fruit Available All Day!
- Free 10 Minute Scuba Lesson for Snorkellers
- Onboard Heated Spa
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Itinerary
The below itinerary can change due to tides and weather.
Day 1
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Board the Reef Experience for your transfer to the Reef Encounter
7:30am
Breakfast
Depart the Marlin Marina
8:00am
Marine Biologist Presentation
Arrive at your first Reef Location – Transfer to the Reef Encounter at 10:30
9:30am
Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Snorkelling
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax
Scuba Dive
Opportunity to enjoy a Scuba Dive!
Lunch
12:00pm
Take a break and enjoy lunch.
Scenic Helicopter Flight
Opportunity to enjoy a Scenic Helicopter Flight!
Cruise to Reef Location 2
3:00pm
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Dinner and Dessert
6:00pm
Relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Evening Activities
7:30pm
Night Scuba Dive, Relax, Stargaze, Play Boardgames or Watch a Movie
Glass Bottom Boat
Want to see the Reef and not get wet? Glass Bottom Boats are awesome fun for all ages!
Day 2
+
Breakfast
6:30am
followed by Morning Dive and Snorkel
Cruise to Reef Location 3
10:30am
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Lunch
12:00pm
Take a break and enjoy lunch.
Cruise to Reef Location 4
1:30pm
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Dinner and Dessert
6:00pm
Relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Evening Activities
7:30pm
Night Scuba Dive, Relax, Stargaze, Play Boardgames or Watch a Movie
Day 3
+
Breakfast
6:30am
followed by Morning Dive and Snorkel
Cruise to Reef Location 5
10:30am
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Lunch
12:00pm
Take a break and enjoy lunch.
Cruise to Reef Location 6
1:30pm
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Dinner and Dessert
6:00pm
Relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Evening Activities
7:30pm
Night Scuba Dive, Relax, Stargaze, Play Boardgames or Watch a Movie
Day 4
+
Breakfast
6:30am
followed by Morning Dive and Snorkel
Cruise to Reef Location 7
7:30am
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Lunch
12:00pm
Take a break and enjoy lunch.
Transfer to the Reef Experience and Cruise to Reef Location 8
1:30pm
Swim, Snorkel, Scuba and Relax – Reef visited may be Norman, Saxon, Hastings, Breaking Patches or Michaelmas Cay
Complementary Wine and Cheese
3:30pm
Arrive in Cairns
4:30pm
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