Great Barrier Reef: Snorkel and Dive Adventure

Experience the luxury of diving and snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef aboard the AquaQuest. Swim with vibrant marine life and create unforgettable memories!

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 5RM857J9+92V - Embark on a day trip from Cairns with Divers Den to experience the marvels of the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re snorkelling, a novice diver, or certified, an unforgettable day awaits.
    Explore the outer Great Barrier Reef, just a 90-minute boat ride from Cairns. Spend up to five hours discovering two breathtaking dive sites,…
What's Included
  • Use of Wetsuits/Lycra Suits
  • Fresh hot showers
  • Lunch
  • All snorkel/dive equipment
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Digital camera hire & professional photo purchase (subject to availability)
  • Bar facilities including snacks
  • Guided Diving
Additional Information

Join Divers Den for an unforgettable day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, just 90 minutes from Cairns. Discover two exclusive reef sites on the Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs, where vibrant corals and frequent sightings of turtles, stingrays, and more await. Whether you’re snorkeling, trying an introductory dive, or enjoying certified dives, AquaQuest,…

Location
B Finger Cairns Marina
Marlin Parade
Please make your way to Cairns Marlin Marina - B Finger for boarding from 8:00am and departure at 8:30am
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tebbs59
Jan 29, 2026
What disability !!..... awsome, brilliant experience - Wow, I'm a novice diver and a stroke survivor, that means my left arm and leg dont communicate with my brain very well and this creates challenges. My dive guide Sarah from Canada was the perfect host. Despite some difficulties she gave me the confidence to dive and we were rewarded by a spectacular interaction with a turtle. All I had to do was breathe and fin. She effortlessly dragged me round with her and I experienced an amazing dive. The dive crew suited me up helped me in and out of the water and made my day complete. As a registered disabled person, my trip could not have gone better. Great team great crew , highly recommended.
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Sabrina_p
Jan 5, 2026
Awesome day trip! A total must! - It was a beautiful day out on the ocean! Saw a ton of beautiful fish, a reef shark, and gorgeous coral. Met a great French couple who I've stayed in touch with! The staff was great! Really informative, helpful, and fun! Lunch was great too! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND! Thanks to the staff for everything on 12/27/25!
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Inspire45062700036
Jan 5, 2026
Wonderful experience - Excellent experience all around. Wonderful and knowledgeable crew with good emphasis on safety. The two locations they took us to were very nice. Highly recommend.
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Paul_e
Jan 3, 2026
A fantastic experience - A fantastic experience. Staff was very professional and prioritized safety. Well organized, staff made sure everyone had a good experience on the reef area. Lunch was good. Fantastic photos.
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Himanshu_g
Jan 2, 2026
The snorkeling experience... - The snorkeling experience was amazing. The crew was very professional and gave us enough time in the reefs to explore at marine life. Special shoutout to Miwa who was our guide. We were non swimmers and neverous about getting into the ocean. But Miwa was with us the whole time guiding us through the reefs and made sure we feel safe and comfortable. Thanks Diver's Den team and Miwa
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Stacey_g
Jan 2, 2026
Excellent tour - Excellent tour, all the crew were helpful and lovely whilst keeping everyone safe. Food was good too with morning and afternoon snacks. The two different spots at the reef were fantastic and crew were quick to point out cool things to see like reef sharks!
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Theresa_a
Jan 1, 2026
No music - They should have music!!! Food was ok. The snorkeling was good. It would also be better if they had more covered outdoor seating so you’re protected from the sun.
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Denisecj6646yi
Jan 6, 2026
Recent trip - Trip was fine. The crew was attentive and the equipment was good - clean and in good condition. We went on a completely full trip (80 people) which was just a few too many. Tough to get a seat and too many people circling a small snorkeling area. The first place we stopped was underwhelming at best with very little coral or fish to see. The second stop was better but, unfortunately, the bleaching and other eco effects are very evident. Lunch was pretty good - even the fussy eaters were able to find something but pack your own drinks as they are not provided and are quite expensive.
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19zoranr
Jan 31, 2026
Feedback Regarding One‑Day Dive Trip on Aqua Quest – 12 January 2026 - We joined the Aqua Quest one‑day dive trip on 12 January 2026. The crew were friendly and worked hard throughout the day, but the overall experience felt rushed and not up to the safety standards we expected for certified divers. The boat was very full, with snorkelers, intro divers, and certified divers all sharing the same space, which made the dive deck crowded. The trip out to the reef was rough, and many passengers became seasick early on. Seasickness medication was only mentioned during the briefing, by which time most people stayed seated to listen rather than leave to get tablets. Once we reached the first site, divers were moved into the water quickly. There was no proper buddy check, and no site‑specific briefing about currents, direction, or the plan for the dive. Visibility was extremely poor, and at one point extra weight was added to my BCD without my knowledge, which affected trim and comfort. Surface intervals between dives were very short, leaving little time to recover or adjust equipment. The second and third dives followed a similar pattern, with limited preparation time and a generally rushed pace. On the final dive, my buddy pair was unexpectedly split at the end of the dive without explanation, which added to the confusion. The crew were doing their best under challenging conditions, and we appreciate their effort. However, the combination of rough seas, overcrowding, short intervals, and limited briefings made the day feel disorganized and below the level of structure and safety we’ve experienced on other dive trips. I hope the operator reviews some of these procedures to improve comfort and safety for future divers.
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Roving54441902870
Jan 20, 2026
Great Barrier Reef liveaboard - There were too many divers. 45 divers dropping in one dive site at a time. Very difficult getting in the water. You have to climb up and down a set of steps with your gear on to enter and exit the water from the swim platform. We are 75 years old and experienced divers. To have a guide was an additional $20.00 per person per dive. Probably the worst experience of our diving careers.
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