Cairns Three-Site Reef Cruise – Silverswift
Visit three reef sites from Cairns with up to five hours at the reef. Snorkelling, a guided Reef Discovery tour and buffet lunch are included; diving costs extra.
Silverswift is built around an active day in the water, visiting three reef locations from Cairns. With up to five hours at the reef, the itinerary offers variety as well as time for repeated snorkelling sessions.
Three locations with time between swims
Sites at the outer reef are selected for conditions on the day. The crew provides snorkelling equipment, briefings and instruction, with an included Reef Discovery guided snorkel tour. Between water sessions, use the sun decks or air-conditioned interior and enjoy a hot and cold buffet lunch and refreshments.
This is the Cairns departure; the similarly named Silversonic operates from Port Douglas. Choose the correct vessel for your accommodation and travel plans.
Confident open-water swimming and reasonable fitness are important. Scuba diving costs extra and all booked dives are guided. There is no glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible alternative.
- Three reef sites in a single day.
- Up to five hours at the reef.
- Reef Discovery guided snorkel tour.
- Buffet lunch and refreshments.
- Departs Cairns.
- Return cruise from Cairns
- Snorkelling equipment, including mask, snorkel, fins and lycra suit
- Snorkelling instruction and reef-site briefings
- Guided Reef Discovery snorkel tour
- Lifeguard supervision at the reef sites
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Morning and afternoon tea, plus tea, coffee and cold water
- Check in at 7:30 am at the Quicksilver Cruises office inside the Reef Fleet Terminal.
- Boarding begins at 8:15 am at Cairns Marlin Marina. Departure is at 8:30 am, with return to Cairns at 4:30 pm.
- Snorkelling takes place in the open ocean, where waves and current may be present. Guests should be confident swimmers with reasonable fitness.
- There is no glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible option.
- Introductory diving requires no previous experience; the minimum age is 12.
- Certified divers must provide proof of certification.
- Medical conditions may prevent scuba diving. Diving is not advised during pregnancy.
- Guests must complete a safety waiver before diving or snorkelling.
- Bring a towel, sunglasses, hat, change of clothes and sunblock. Additional drinks can be purchased on board.
- Follow your booking confirmation for final meeting arrangements and timings. Advise any participation or dietary requirements before travel.