Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise with 10-Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight
by Down Under Cruise and Dive
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$880Overview
This full-day cruise departs from Cairns aboard the 35-meter super-yacht Evolution. The journey lasts about 8.5 hours and includes visits to two outer reef locations with approximately five hours spent on the reef. Passengers check in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7:15 and 7:45 am before boarding. After departure at 8 am, the boat travels about 1.5 hours to the first reef site, either Saxon Reef or Norman Reef depending on weather and water clarity. A barbecue lunch is served onboard, featuring fresh fish, steak, prawns, salads, and breads. The cruise then moves to Hastings Reef for the second stop where guests can take an included 10-minute helicopter flight to see the reef from above. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and guests may snorkel or relax on one of the three deck areas. The return trip includes afternoon tea with cheese, biscuits, and a glass of wine. Evolution arrives back in Cairns around 4:30 pm. Diving is only included with dive packages and requires certification or introductory dive participation. All equipment and lycra suits are provided. Special dietary needs can be accommodated if arranged in advance.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal
Guests check in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am and 7.45am. After check-in, they proceed to the boat Evolution. The crew provides masks and snorkels, and arrival tea, coffee, and muffins are served before departure.
60 min
First Outer Reef Stop
Evolution departs Cairns at 8 am with a safety briefing during the 1 hour and 30 minute trip to the first reef location, either Saxon Reef or Norman Reef. The choice depends on weather and water clarity to provide optimal conditions.
180 min
Great Barrier Reef
Guests enjoy a barbecue lunch onboard lasting about one hour. The menu includes fresh fish, steak, prawns, salads, and breads. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated if notified in advance.
60 min
Second Reef Stop and Helicopter Flight
After lunch, Evolution travels to Hastings Reef for about one hour. Here guests take the included 10-minute helicopter flight over the reef for aerial views. Snorkeling is available, and guests may also relax on the three deck spaces.
60 min
Return to Cairns
On the return to the mainland after a full day, guests are served complimentary afternoon tea of cheese, biscuits, and a glass of wine. Evolution arrives back in Cairns at approximately 4.30pm.
90 min
Meeting point
Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
End point
Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise with 10-Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight
by Down Under Cruise and Dive
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$880Overview
This full-day cruise departs from Cairns aboard the 35-meter super-yacht Evolution. The journey lasts about 8.5 hours and includes visits to two outer reef locations with approximately five hours spent on the reef. Passengers check in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7:15 and 7:45 am before boarding. After departure at 8 am, the boat travels about 1.5 hours to the first reef site, either Saxon Reef or Norman Reef depending on weather and water clarity. A barbecue lunch is served onboard, featuring fresh fish, steak, prawns, salads, and breads. The cruise then moves to Hastings Reef for the second stop where guests can take an included 10-minute helicopter flight to see the reef from above. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and guests may snorkel or relax on one of the three deck areas. The return trip includes afternoon tea with cheese, biscuits, and a glass of wine. Evolution arrives back in Cairns around 4:30 pm. Diving is only included with dive packages and requires certification or introductory dive participation. All equipment and lycra suits are provided. Special dietary needs can be accommodated if arranged in advance.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal
Guests check in at Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am and 7.45am. After check-in, they proceed to the boat Evolution. The crew provides masks and snorkels, and arrival tea, coffee, and muffins are served before departure.
60 min
First Outer Reef Stop
Evolution departs Cairns at 8 am with a safety briefing during the 1 hour and 30 minute trip to the first reef location, either Saxon Reef or Norman Reef. The choice depends on weather and water clarity to provide optimal conditions.
180 min
Great Barrier Reef
Guests enjoy a barbecue lunch onboard lasting about one hour. The menu includes fresh fish, steak, prawns, salads, and breads. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated if notified in advance.
60 min
Second Reef Stop and Helicopter Flight
After lunch, Evolution travels to Hastings Reef for about one hour. Here guests take the included 10-minute helicopter flight over the reef for aerial views. Snorkeling is available, and guests may also relax on the three deck spaces.
60 min
Return to Cairns
On the return to the mainland after a full day, guests are served complimentary afternoon tea of cheese, biscuits, and a glass of wine. Evolution arrives back in Cairns at approximately 4.30pm.
90 min
Meeting point
Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
End point
Check-in is from 7.15am to 7.45am at Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs 8.00am sharp. Return transfers are available for an additional cost. You must contact Down Under Dive to book.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.