Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas | La Vacanza Travel

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel 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

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef from Port Douglas. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition, try scuba diving, view the coral and marine life on a semi-submersible submarine, and enjoy a tasty buffet lunch.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Quicksilver Cruises, Wharf Street Marina Mirage, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia

Departing from Port Douglas, your 90-minute high speed catamaran takes you directly to Agincourt Reef. The permanent pontoon moored here provides a sheltered base. 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.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Agincourt Reef, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia

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 - no diving experience necessary.

We recommend you book this reef trip on your first full available day. You then have the opportunity to be flexible and change your travel date if you wish. Your booking can be changed at no additional cost directly with the operator once you are in Cairns.

Stop At: Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

The Agincourt reef is located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the most incredible places in the world full of diverse and beautiful marine life

Duration: 4 hours

Inclusions
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Lunch - Buffet lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Use of lycra suit and buoyancy vests
  • Semi-submarine reef discovery tour with commentary
  • Underwater observatory
  • Informative talk by marine biologist
  • Environmental Management Charge

Exclusions
  • Drinks (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Christmas Day (25th December) a $20 surcharge applies to each travelling passenger.
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum age for all diving activities is 12 years, the maximum age is 70 years
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Coach transfers are not wheelchair accessible
  • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia


Departure Time

10:00 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

43elyset

14 Apr, 2024

This excursion was very well organized and offered a variety of options for the day. We regretted not coming prepared to snorkel. A previous bad experience had made us wary, but Quicksilver had such complete arrangements that we could have been comfortable doing it. We took the glass-bottomed boat, which was remarkable. The staff on the boat were personable and knowledgeable and the lunch was delicious!

Sandman117

14 Apr, 2024

Our last trip was to Port Douglas, and we went out to the outer great barrier reef, it was such a perfect clear day., visibility was amazing and this is what I expect to see in the great barrier reef all the fish and reef itself was spectacular, since it takes a while to get there you arrive around 11:30 lunch starts at 12 you get about an hour to hour and a half of snorkeling and then you’re ready to head back but I did find it sufficient amount of time we were snorkeling all over the area, and was exhausted by then, we also did the submarine tour first then lunch which was really good, then finally we did all the snorkeling, it was a large boat that docked on a floating platform, it made it easier to get in and out of the water, I would highly recommend this trip, it was the best snorkeling we have ever done

rachelrX7937MJ

13 Apr, 2024

Visiting the reef is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Especially seeing the coral and fish from the semi-submersible. I did find a swimming with flippers(fins) quite clumsy but Matt was super helpful and encouraging

Karmen_K

12 Apr, 2024

Snorkling in a Great Barrier Reef is unforgatable. Organisation of this cruise is perfect. All staff is professional, helpful and nice. Thanks to all!

Trek44979128603

09 Apr, 2024

Booked as a cruise excursion. Tendering in from ship to harbor and catamaran to Activity Platform and back made for a long day but four hours on the reef were well worth it. Quicksilver catamaran was very comfortable and fast. Activity Platform had something for everyone with areas for relaxing, eating, equipment, scuba, snorkeling, submersible, and helicopter rides. The snorkel area was easy to enter and exit, fairly deep except at the far edges which limited viewing of coral and marine life. A turtle did pass right through the area. The submersible was better for exploring and viewing the reef and fish. Lunch was fine given the location and conditions. Four hours went by way too fast. I also need to thank the life guard who was able to find and retrieve my iPhone that had broken free when I exited the snorkel area. Offered him a reward but he declined. First class operation from start to finish. Bonzer.

User's Picture Gallery

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There may be 200 people with you at the same time

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Avoid at all costs. Book with a small private charter!

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Outer barrier reef

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Awesome Day!

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Not really worth it for snorklers. Scuba divers probably won't complain.

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Do the intro scuba diving - you won’t regret it!

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A great chance to try different activities

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Excellent trip by professional team

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Too many people!

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wonderful day at the reef

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Professional,educational, exceptional

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Excellent way to experience the GBR

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Fun at sea

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I did it!

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Excellent in all respects.

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A brilliant day out

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Outstanding

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Excellent snorkelling experience

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GREAT TIME on the Reef.

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Thoroughly enjoyable experience

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A great day at the outer reef

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The beautiful Great Barrier Reef & the vibrant & friendly crew will have you wanting to return!

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OH MY - AWESOME !

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ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC DAY CRUISE

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