Great Barrier Reef: Intimate 2-Day Snorkel Tour
4.8
57 Ratings
Cairns City

Embark on a 2-day intimate adventure from Cairns, diving and snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef with expert guides. No experience needed.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 6 days
Highlights

The tour leaves Cairns at 8am for a 2-day, 1-night Great Barrier Reef Adventure - featuring 2 day dives and a night dive

Great Barrier Reef - With a limit of 12 passengers aboard the “Coral Sea Dreaming,” this exclusive 2-day tour from Cairns offers a unique experience. Enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing with expert instructors; no…

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What's Included
  • Snorkeling gear and instruction
  • Lunch
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Morning and Afternoon tea and snacks available always. Alcohol available for purchase on board.
What's Not Included
  • Certified and Introductory Diving - Optional extra - charges apply
Additional Information

The “Coral Sea Dreaming” offers an exclusive 2-day tour from Cairns, accommodating up to 12 passengers. This intimate experience includes scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing, all guided by expert instructors, making it perfect for beginners. Both certified and introductory diving options are available, providing access to breathtaking snorkeling locations on the Great Barrier Reef.

Location
Cairns Marlin Marina
Spence Street
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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(57 Ratings)
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Davidecz8853ou
Apr 10, 2026
Epic 2-Day Adventure with Oceanomad on Coral Sea Dreaming! - Epic 2-Day Adventure with Oceanomad on Coral Sea Dreaming! I just finished an absolute ball of a trip—2 days and 1 night on the Coral Sea Dreaming for an Oceanomad dive adventure. Even with the wind howling, the experience was top-tier from start to finish. The Crew & Sailing: A massive shoutout to our skipper, Shan. She is an absolute legend behind the wheel. Despite the super windy conditions, she still managed to get the sails up for part of the journey and navigated us perfectly to the epic Michaelmas Cay. We were tucked away and sheltered by the Great Barrier Reef, and being the only boat diving and snorkeling right in front of that bird sanctuary was a dream. The Diving & Experience: The trip is a small group only tour, which made it feel so intimate and fun. There was absolutely no rush—the crew adjusted everything to exactly what our group wanted. Chad and Robbe were incredible. Not only did they keep the vibes high and the food awesome, but they were also our dive instructors and guides. They took us down to see some truly insane stuff—their knowledge of the reef is next level. Back on Land: The legendary service didn't stop at the water's edge. Jan was ready at the marina to welcome us back to land. We had some great stories and a solid hang-out session before heading off. If you want a real adventure with a crew that treats you like mates and shows you the best of the reef without the crowds, I can’t recommend this Oceanomad trip on Coral Sea Dreaming enough. Looking forward to the next one!
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Astepforever
Apr 2, 2026
our first live aboard experience - This is the first ever live aboard experience for me and my husband. It is a small boat for a max capacity of 12 guests, facility wise cant compare to those big ships that could have 50+ people on board, but you could get the ultimate level of personal attention and flexibility. Lesser number of passengers means less rush when getting ready for a dive and more flexibility for each dive group. Special call out for Robbe, who really know his job and has taken excellent care of us in all aspects!
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Dirkgn2488jg
Feb 20, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unforgettable Overnight Dive Trip – Coral Sea Dreaming - I joined the Coral Sea Dreaming overnight trip and it was truly one of the best diving experiences I’ve ever had. If you’re looking for an intimate, relaxed, and genuinely memorable way to explore the Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect choice. What made it outstanding: • Small group, personal atmosphere The limited number of guests makes the entire experience feel exclusive. No crowds, no rush—just pure enjoyment on the reef. • Incredible dive sites We explored several beautifully locations with corals, countless reef fish, and turtles on nearly every dive. The night dive was absolutely magical. • Outstanding crew Chad, Darrin and Justin were friendly, professional, and very attentive. They struck the perfect balance between safety and enjoyment. • Sleeping under the stars Spending the night on the ocean with a sky full of stars was a highlight all on its own. Peaceful, unique, unforgettable. Overall: A fantastic and authentic way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. I would 100% recommend it to divers and snorkelers looking for something special. After returning to the harbor, I immediately booked another tour on the Coral Sea Dreaming.
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568lilya
Feb 11, 2026
JUST BOOK IT - Decided to book this tour as a solo female traveler (23)! Couldn’t recommend this trip more! Justin, Chad, and Celine were amazing, very friendly and knowledgeable about the reef! I did all 5 dives (including a night dive) and had the absolute time of my life!! Do yourself a favor and book!
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Ryanca9282ov
Feb 11, 2026
The Best Experience Across the Great Barrier Reef - First and foremost, the experience was unbeatable especially given the price. Everything from the snorkeling, food and atmosphere surpassed my expectations. Justin, Chad, and Celine were the most joyous and helpful crew. The personalized interactions and cordial environment blessed my group of kids.
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O4804oqtheoh
Feb 11, 2026
Adventure of a lifetime!!! - Absolutely amazing experience!! Justin, Chad, and Selene were extremely helpful, patient, and charming, making our two days on the water a priceless adventure. Couldn’t be any happier with Coral Sea Dreaming!!!
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Owenmy1467sp
Feb 11, 2026
Unreal. Do it. - Unreal. Incredible care, service, and knowledge from the whole crew to make for an unforgettable experience at the best part of the reef.
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Carolwdart
Jan 23, 2026
Great small boat experience! - Great experience! Darrin and Justin were great! Very personalized experience going on a small boat which is great for diving. Arrived as strangers and left as friends with staff and other guests.
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Dianee296
Jan 3, 2026
Loved it!! - What a fantastic entry liveaboard for our family! As we had a very tight schedule, the 2 days and 1 night was perfect for us. Jan was our skipper and handle the sailboat and the managed the ship beautifully. Chad was an exceptional dive master to take two of us on intro dives with patience and clarity of explanation as well as a good knowledge of marine life. We felt very safe! Pete and Chad were very hard working with making and cleaning up after meals and getting the four of us kitted out for snorkeling. As other reviewers have mentioned, the boat is a bit older but it met our needs well.
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Amy_k
Apr 5, 2026
Great barrier reef - Go in good weather. Our crew was great, skipper Shar, dive instructors Chad and Peter. It had been stormy so visibility was only okay, and the sail out and back was pretty rough. Not the fault of the crew or company, but I wish I'd been available at a better time of year. October maybe.
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