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Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove

4.5 (26)
Port Douglas, AU
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Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove

4.5 (26)
Port Douglas, AU
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Embark on a thrilling adventure to the Outer Great Barrier Reef with Quicksilver's snorkel cruise from Palm Cove. Perfect for beginners, non-swimmers, and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland, this tour offers a day of excitement and exploration. Cruise to Agincourt Reef on a high-speed catamaran, where a permanent pontoon serves as your base for the day. Discover the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life through snorkeling or join a guided tour with a marine biologist. If you prefer to stay dry, hop aboard a semi-submersible submarine for a leisurely cruise through the colorful coral gardens. For a more immersive experience, try an introductory scuba dive or an Ocean Walker Helmet Dive. With approximately 3.5 hours to explore the reef, this unforgettable experience is not to be missed. Book your adventure now and get ready to be amazed by the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 9 hours
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Guided Experience
  • Guided snorkeling tour with a marine biologist
  • Exploring the stunning reef from a semi-submersible submarine
  • Trying an introductory scuba dive
  • Breathing fresh air while walking underwater on a reef platform
  • Lunch
  • Cruise from Port Douglas to Agincourt Reef
  • Semi-submarine reef discovery tour with commentary
  • Morning and afternoon tea, coffee
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Underwater observatory
  • Environmental Management Charge
  • Lycra suits and buoyancy vests
  • Hotel pickup and drop off from Palm Cove
  • Drinks
  • Guided Snorkeling Tour (if option not selected)
  • Introductory Dive (if option not selected)
  • Ocean Walker Helmet Dive (if option not selected)

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Introduction

Discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with the Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove. This exciting tour is perfect for beginners, non-swimmers, and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland. Prepare yourself for a truly memorable experience as you embark on a journey to Agincourt Reef, a breathtaking location that offers an array of activities and opportunities.

What to expect?

During this 540-minute adventure, you can expect to immerse yourself in the beauty of the reef. With a total duration of 240 minutes dedicated to exploring the underwater world, you'll have plenty of time to snorkel and witness the vibrant marine life up close. If snorkeling isn't your preference, you can enjoy the view from a semi-submersible submarine, where you'll cruise through colorful coral gardens without getting wet. For those seeking a little more thrill, there's also the option to try scuba diving or participate in an Ocean Walker Helmet Dive.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed to cater to everyone's needs, making it ideal for individuals of all ages and experience levels. Whether you're a first-time snorkeler or an avid adventurer, this tour ensures a memorable and enjoyable experience for all. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will find something to love about exploring the stunning Great Barrier Reef.

Why book this?

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the world's largest coral reef system and unlock a world of breathtaking beauty. The Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise offers a unique opportunity to witness the colorful coral gardens and diverse marine life that call the reef home. With experienced guides and a focus on safety and sustainability, you can embark on this adventure with peace of mind. This tour also includes a tasty buffet lunch, ensuring you'll have the energy to fully enjoy your day.

Good to know

To make your experience even more convenient, transport between Palm Cove and Port Douglas is included. Don't worry if you're a beginner or non-swimmer – there are snorkeling demonstrations by the friendly staff to help you feel confident exploring the reef. Plus, with the option to engage in guided snorkeling tours and introductory dives led by marine biologists, you can learn more about the Great Barrier Reef while having an unforgettable adventure.

Reviews

Previous visitors have raved about the Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise. They praised the knowledgeable staff, stunning underwater views, and incredible snorkeling opportunities. Many mentioned the incredible diversity of marine life and the chance to see reef sharks, clown fish, and beautiful coral formations. This tour left guests with incredible memories and a deep appreciation for the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Don't miss your opportunity to experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Quicksilver Pontoon

Departing from Port Douglas, your 90-minute high speed catamaran cruise takes you directly to Agincourt Reef, located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef The permanent pontoon moored here provides a sheltered base for your day on the reef. During the trip a snorkeling demonstration will get you ready for your adventure, and the staff will take you through your options for the day.

Admission Included

Agincourt Reef

The clear water of the provides great underwater visibility and encourages rich coral growth which supports a wide variety of fish life, both large and small. Schools of damsel fish, solitary clown fish and small reef sharks are common visitors to this part of the reef, along with some brightly-colored parrotfish and elegant angel fish. You'll have around 3.5 hours to enjoy the reef at your leisure. Grab a snorkel and fins and hit the water on your own, or join an optional guided snorkeling tour with a qualified marine biologist. Snorkeling is a great way to explore the Great Barrier Reef, and there are friendly staff on hand to show you how. Prefer to stay dry? You can explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible submarine. You'll take a leisurely cruise through colorful coral gardens, giving you a snorkeler's view of the marine life without getting wet. For a little more adventure, why not try an introductory scuba dive. or a unique Ocean Walker Helmet Dive

Great Barrier Reef

Included Activities:Sorkeling at Agincourt Reef, Semi Submersible coral viewing: The semi submersibles cruise slowly through the colorful coral gardens giving passengers, the opportunity to experience a snorkelers-eye view of the marine life without getting wet. Underwater Observatory: Watch the fish feeding from the unique viewing platform and underwater observatory. From here, you can also see the "first time" divers taking part in introductory dives. Optional Activities (book and pay in advance): Introductory Snorkel Tour: Led by a marine biologist, this tour provides an introduction to the Great Barrier Reef. Designed for the novice or beginner snorkeler. Introductory Dive: If you've never dived before, and would like to experience the magic of SCUBA, try an introductory dive with a highly qualified dive instructor. Ocean Walker - Helmet Diving: Breathing fresh air delivered from the surface into your helmet, you'll walk underwater on a reef platform

Reviews

(26)

4.5 (26)

sueturnbull20042016

Amazing, everything went smoothly. Food was great and snorkeling was a lot easier than I imagined. I'd only been snorkeling once before some 20+ years ago. Wearing a 'stinger' suit was compulsory, but a lot safer to do so. Reef just looks like a patch of seaweed, and they do warn you that the travelogues showing incredibly bright coral colours are filmed at night, and under lights. Expect most of the things you see to have a blue tinge, but still incredibly worth doing.

danntravel

Incredible, schooling fish, reef corals, clear water. The food was plentiful, varied and good. The staff friendly and helpful. Would do it all again. Thank you.

K3357XTkeithd

Staff are fantastic. So glad we did this. My daughter enjoyed it as much as I did. Definitely doing this again and add a few extras on the trip. Lunch was alright not a huge salad fan or cold meat but can’t complain. Overall this was a highlight of our trip to port Douglas. It’s a must on your to do list

Brett_W

Swimming on the outer reef was an amazing experience. The Quicksilver Team were all great thanks for an exceptional day.

Max_R

Great day on the reef with my brother experiencing the humbling beauty and magic of the fish and coral. Wonderful day out

Voyager33145222598

The scuba diving was excellent and the staff seemed very experienced and knew what to do. The boat that took us that was very large but their bathroom on the boat did not have working taps and therefore I couldn't wash my hands. The water isn't that cold even though I visited in winter and was was pretty average but was still mildly enjoyable. Although some equipment could be upgraded such as the fins were either too big or too small or uncomfortable, the majority of the equipment was pretty good. Overall, you should visit this place if you ever visit Cairns.

Mandi H

After a 2 hour journey to get out to the pontoon we were able to view a small section of the reef via the underwater observatory which is a small walk through corridor. From here you can see some fish swimming around but that's about all. We then border the semi sub for a trip through another section of the reef. From here we were able to get a better view of the reef and sighted more fish and hubby saw a turtle. Unfortunately some of the windows are a bit clouded and vision is not very clear. Also missed some of the view as the windows are not very high. The snorkeling was great and a wonderful experience. Being able to get that close to everything below the surface is something to behold. I'm not sure I would rebook this one. I feel the length of time to get to the reef from Palm Cove took away from the entire day...4hrs spent traveling.

480terrencet

A perfect day out, from the luxurious catamaran, to the substantial feast, nothing was left to chance from the enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff. Special shoutout to the infectious Hayley. A rare talent indeed that captivated even my 9 year old in her 15 minutes pre dive briefing. Well done team, throughly recommended!

Justine_B

This experience was incredible. Quicksilver run a very smooth and organised operation regarding the transfers and logistics. Then there's snorkelling on the reef itself which felt safe and magical that first time you look under the water. I did the guided tour with Hayley who was amazing, extremely knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable as a first time snorkelling. If I could've went back again the next day I would've. Can't wait to go again in the future!

TonyBonnici

When Port Douglas is experiencing monsoonal weather, any company sending people into the water to snorkel should offer a refund or reschedule. We were booked on the Outer Reef tour on December 29. We originally booked the cruise-fly option where we would take a chopper flight back to Port Douglas. We were called that morning by Nautilus Aviation who told us that understandably, the choppers were grounded due to the weather. I called Quicksilver to ask what they were doing and to my surprise they said they weren't cancelling. They didn't offer a refund or a rescheduled date. They tried to spin it that the weather won't affect the reef but we weren't convinced. We were picked up and the driver told us that the bigger Cat was being used today with carried over 400 people. We checked in, headed to the Marina only to board the Catamaran with a few hundred people all having to cram indoors as it was teeming with rain. Despite the fact that we all showed proof of vaccine, hardly anyone wore a mask. It was a potential petrie dish for COVID as everyone was crammed in the cabin as we sailed out to the outer reef. Visibility out the wind was so bad, we couldn't even see the mountain ranges. The photo I posted was taken at the rear of the boat, It looked more like a trip on Port Phillip Bay in winter than a barrier reef cruise. Upon our arrival to the pontoon, it was every one for themselves in getting their snorkeling gear and queuing up to get lunch with people not social distancing and not wearing masks. The area set aside for snorkeling was so cram packed full of people that it made it near impossible to snorkel without getting belted in the face by someone's flipper. I booked to do the snorkeling tour with the two marine biologists who were really lovely. We set out on our snorkel tour away from the masses and they did a great job looking after us. However the water got pretty choppy and the current changed so it made it hard to really enjoy it as we were concentrating on making sure we didn't stray from the group. The two ladies did their best to give us the best experience possible. I should say that the staff we dealt with were all great and very pleasant and did what they could to make it enjoyable. The policy not to cancel obviously came from higher above. Upon our return, once again we were all crammed indoors as the weather got worse. It was very disappointing and we felt ripped off. We were only in Port Douglas two days and it had taken the gloss off the star of our visit. We booked a snorkeling tour with another company a few days later to make up for the disappointment on the 29 December. We learned from patrons and operators that on that very day, other snorkeling tour companies cancelled and offered refunds. Quicksilver should have done the same!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-23 06:16
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