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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Adventure
Highlights
- Explore vibrant coral gardens and encounter diverse marine life at the Great Barrier Reef's acclaimed outer sites.
- Snorkel or dive year-round in sheltered waters, guided by experienced instructors for a safe, unforgettable adventure.
- Relax on a spacious sun deck while enjoying breathtaking views of the colourful reef and surrounding lagoon.
- Indulge in morning and afternoon tea, plus a delicious lunch, enhancing your full day of exploration.
The Great Barrier Reef is truly one of the great wonders of the natural world and a “must-see” for any visitor to the region. Formed millions of years ago, this colourful living reef continues to grow and flourish just off the coast from the Whitsundays. Hundreds of different types of fish and hard and soft coral thrive in the sheltered lagoon.
Discover the underwater wonderland at one of the regions most acclaimed outer Great Barrier Reef sites. The pontoon features an underwater viewing chamber, semi-submarine and a spacious sun deck to lounge on. The colourful corals and abundance of marine life will blow you away as you enjoy sheltered snorkelling and diving all year round.
Diving on the outer Great Barrier Reef is an experience not to be missed! Whether you are a first timer or an experienced diver, their fully certified, experienced instructors will ensure you have an unforgettable dive experience.
Morning tea, afternoon tea and a delicious lunch are included.
Tour details
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Available from 22 December 2025 to 31 December 2026
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Cruise Whitsundays
Cruise Whitsundays is the Whitsunday region’s largest marine operator, offering a range of day cruises, resort connections and overnight experiences on the Great Barrier Reef.
Day experiences offer the chance to snorkel the fringing reef of the Whitsunday Islands and the outer Great Barrier Reef, sink your toes into the soft, white silica sand of Whitehaven Beach, and experience the ultimate relaxation of the surrounding island resorts with Island Resort Connections.
Overnight experiences include the multi-award-winning Reefsleep and Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites – one of Australia’s most unique accommodation options, located on the only permanently moored pontoon within the Whitsunday region.
Resort Connections operates out of the Port of Airlie terminal, offering services between the five mainland locations, island resorts and the Whitsunday Coast, as well as facilitating connections between the region’s airports for arrivals and departures.
Join Cruise Whitsundays to experience the best of the Whitsundays and create lasting memories.
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Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Limited
- QLD – Tourism Whitsundays
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