Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas | La Vacanza Travel

Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas

Duration: 8 hours
Destination: Australia, Queensland, Port Douglas
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  • 8 hours
  • Port Douglas
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Explore the very outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style with Calypso. The custom designed vessel will take you to Agincourt or Opal Reef, both regarded as some of the most significant sites on the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkeling is the easiest way to experience the reef or try an introductory dive, no experience required. For the advanced divers, certified diving is available. Let Calypso take you to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef and explore the rich and diverse coral gardens.

Itinerary

Experience the outer Great Barrier Reef by immersing yourself amongst the coral and marine life with snorkelling or introductory / certified scuba diving.
During the day you will visit 3 spectacular sites on the Great Barrier Reef to see the diversity of this natural wonder.
We want you to know we are taking the current health crisis very seriously and will always put your health and safety at the forefront of our operations. Calypso adheres to a COVID-19 Safe Plan.

Stop At:

• Calypso Reef Cruises, Port Douglas, Queensland Australia
• Agincourt Reef, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia
• Opal Reef, Port Douglas, Queensland Australia

Inclusions
  • Lunch - Buffet lunch
  • Afternoon Tea & Coffee/Tea
  • Professional Local guide
  • Guided snorkel tour (Use of Snorkelling equipment) and Interpretive reef talk

Exclusions
  • Environmental Management Charge (AUD$7.00). This is included in the fare from 1st July 2023
  • Soft drinks / chocolate bars
  • Transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
  • Transfers from Northern Beaches of Cairns
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Environmental Management Charge of $7.00 per person is included in the fare from 1st July 2023
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Additional dives may be booked and paid for on board (subject to availability). Maximum of three dives in a day.
  • Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted to dive.
  • Near public transportation
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • If its raining on your day of travel, the tour will still go ahead. If Calypso cancels due to poor weather, mainly high winds, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Cancellation fees may apply if less than 24 hours notice is given prior to departure
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 85 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia


Departure Time

08:20 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

8 hours


User's Reviews

Jessica_I

25 Apr, 2024

We had a great day on the outer reef. This is really where you want to experience the Great Barrier Reef. Here you see the huge corals and tropical fish. We took the beginner diving lesson, and our instructor Michael was helpful, confident in his ability to keep us safe, and also patient with the students who were nervous. Doing my first ever dive here was an unforgettable moment. The snorkeling was also great, you could see everything in detail from the surface as well. The only bummer on our tour was the staircase to the water malfunctioned and we couldn’t complete the 3rd snorkel site. But the company is offering a partial refund to make it right. Overall a great experience, and we’d come back again if given a chance!

814hayleyt

23 Apr, 2024

Our day trip to the outer reef with Calypso was fantastic. While the swell was up a bit and it was a bit rough heading out, the three reef sites we visited were great and the crew gave us easy access right off the back of the boat. All of the crew were super friendly and knowledgeable, every efficient in getting everyone their gear and stinger suits and kept an eye on everyone in the water offering help if needed. They provide pool noodles and lifejackets to give you some extra buoyancy (and comfort if you're not confident on the water). Lunch was good as was the fresh fruit and snacks. It wasn't a huge boat which is good for snorkelling when not lots of people. Recommended.

jennifer_s

22 Apr, 2024

The crew were amazing. The fish were fantastic. The trip out to the great barrier reef is pretty rough. Make sure you take anti-nausea medicine and that will not help everyone if it’s a rough day and you are on that water for eight hours no matter what so, be aware. Food was surprisingly really good and it was a bucket list that I am thrilled to have checked off.

denisecE6892FG

20 Apr, 2024

The crew were fantastic- knowledgeable, attentive and genuinely interested in the passengers. The marine biologist delivered a fabulous presentation on the reef that was perfectly targeted to the audience. A highly recommended day out in the reef!

timhB5695QI

19 Apr, 2024

We had the best time with Calypso. We did three dives at three different location on the Great Barrier Reef. They were all incredible. The boat was on the smaller side so there were only about 20 people on the boat which made our experience feel more intimate and personalized. Our dive instruction Acacia was incredible and so patient with us. There was only one other person in our dive group so it felt like a private dive. She was so knowledgeable about the reef and pointed out all of beautiful fish and marine life. They aren’t joking about the waters being rough. Definitely take some motion sickness pills, but they do provide them. Don’t let it deter you, though, it was still well worth it. They also take photos and sell them for a very reasonable price.

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Best diving experience ever, both for beginners and experienced divers!!

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