Great Barrier Reef Cruise Out & Return Helicopter Flight to Cairns
Highlights
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Snorkel coral gardens at Moore Reef
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Fly over the scenic reef in a helicopter
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Over three hours of reef and ocean fun
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Enjoy glass-bottom and semi-sub tours
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Relax in the ocean pool or on the sun deck
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Feast on a buffet lunch on the pontoon
Set off on a breathtaking journey from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Cruise across turquoise waters to Moore Reef, arriving at a floating pontoon surrounded by coral gardens and marine life. You'll spend three hours and 30 minutes exploring this underwater paradise by snorkelling, a glass-bottom boat tour, or a semi-submersible tour. You also get access to the underwater observatory, ocean pool, and waterslide, before refuelling with a delicious buffet lunch.
When itβs time to return, take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns. Fly above the reefβs coral cays and lagoons, capturing the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef from another perspective. With snorkelling gear, lunch, and reef activities included, this experience combines exploration and indulgence for the ultimate reef day out.
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Inclusions
- Cruise to Moore Great Barrier Reef
- Scenic helicopter flight back to Cairns
- Three hours and 30 minutes of reef time at the pontoon
- Glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tours
- Access to the ocean pool, waterslide, and sun deck
- Snorkelling gear and safety equipment
- Use of an underwater observatory
- Tropical buffet lunch
Exclusions
Itinerary
- 8.45-9.45am - Check in at Sunlover desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence St)
- 9.30-10am - Boarding
- 10.15am - Depart Cairns Marina
- 12pm - Arrive Moore Reef Pontoon
- 3.30pm - Depart Moore Reef on helicopter
- 3.55pm - Return to Zoom Hangar at General Aviation Cairns Airport
- 4.10pm - Transfer back to the Reef Fleet Terminal
- 4.30pm - Arrival at Reef Fleet Terminal
Time
- Please arrive for check-in between 8.45am and 9.45am
- Boarding concludes at 10am
Duration
- This experience is approximately seven hours in duration.
Departure Location
- This experience departs from Sunlover Reef Cruises, Reef Fleet Terminal, Bottom floor, 1 Spence St, Cairns City, QLD 4870.
Terms And Conditions
- In rare cases, certain included or optional activities may not be available due to unforeseen circumstances
- No refunds will be issued in such instances, though every effort will be made to provide the full product offering
- Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited on all vessels and facilities, including snorkelling platforms and activity zones
- Check-in and boarding pass collection must be completed between at the specified time, passengers who fail to check in may miss the final boarding
- Boarding will be denied without a valid boarding pass
Cancellation Policy
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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