Port Douglas Outer Reef Snorkel & Dive Cruise – Calypso
Snorkel three outer reef sites from Port Douglas with nearly five hours at the reef. Equipment, a guided snorkel tour and buffet lunch are included.
See a variety of outer reef settings on Calypso’s three-site day trip from Port Douglas. With nearly five hours at the reef, there is time for repeated snorkelling sessions rather than a single short stop.
A day centred on the water
Sites are selected from areas including Opal and Agincourt Reefs according to conditions. The crew provides equipment, instruction and briefings, with a guided snorkel tour included. Steps from a lowered platform lead into the water, and flotation devices are available.
A cold buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and seasonal protective suits are included. Rest aboard between sites before getting back in for a different view of the reef.
This is an open-water snorkelling trip for guests with reasonable swimming ability and fitness. Scuba diving is optional and costs extra; all booked dives are guided. There is no glass-bottom boat alternative.
- Three outer reef locations in one day.
- Nearly five hours at the reef.
- Included guided snorkel tour.
- Cold buffet lunch and refreshments.
- Guided scuba options at extra cost.
- Return cruise from Port Douglas.
- Visits to 3 reef sites, selected according to conditions.
- Snorkelling equipment, instruction and briefings.
- Guided snorkel tour.
- Lycra suits in summer or wetsuits in winter.
- Flotation devices and lifeguard supervision.
- Morning and afternoon tea.
- Cold buffet lunch.
- Tea, coffee and cold water.
- Check in at the Calypso boat at Crystalbrook Marina, Port Douglas, from 8:20 am.
- Boarding runs from 8:20 am to 8:45 am; the boat departs at 8:45 am.
- Reef sites are selected according to weather and tides.
- Guests should have reasonable swimming ability and fitness for open-water conditions.
- Diving costs extra and is guided; choose the dive option you want when booking.
- Introductory divers must be at least 12 years old, and some medical conditions may prevent diving.
- Certified divers must show proof of certification.
- There is no glass-bottom boat.
- Bring a towel, hat, sunglasses, change of clothes and sunblock.
- Follow your booking confirmation for final meeting arrangements and timings. Advise any participation or dietary requirements before travel.