Cairns Outer Reef Cultural Cruise – Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel
Pair two outer reef snorkel stops with cultural storytelling and demonstrations. This Cairns day tour includes snorkel equipment, refreshments and buffet lunch.
Add cultural context to a day at the Great Barrier Reef with Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel. This Cairns cruise combines two outer reef locations with storytelling and demonstrations that introduce First Nations connections to the reef.
Stories above water, discovery below
Cultural presentations are part of the journey, with the programme potentially including dance and didgeridoo demonstrations. At the reef, use the included snorkel equipment and site briefings to get into the water, with up to five hours at the reef across the day.
A hot and cold buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and a Lycra suit are included. Lifeguards supervise the snorkel areas, and buoyancy aids are available.
Choose this trip for the combination of reef time and cultural interpretation. Snorkelling is in open ocean and suits confident swimmers. Introductory scuba diving is a paid extra, subject to eligibility; there is no glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible.
- Cultural reef storytelling and demonstrations.
- Two outer reef sites.
- Up to five hours at the reef.
- Snorkel equipment and Lycra suit provided.
- Buffet lunch and refreshments included.
- Return cruise from Cairns to 2 reef sites
- Snorkelling equipment, instruction and site briefings
- Lycra suit
- Lifeguard supervision at snorkel sites
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Tea, coffee and cold water
- Cultural storytelling and demonstrations
- Boarding begins at Cairns Marlin Marina at 8:15 am, with final boarding at 8:45 am. Departure is at 9:00 am and return is around 5:00 pm.
- Snorkelling is in open ocean and is recommended for confident swimmers with reasonable fitness. Waves or current may be present.
- Flotation devices and buoyancy vests are available on board.
- Introductory diving has a minimum age of 12. Certain medical conditions may prevent participation.
- Snorkel and dive guests must complete safety paperwork.
- Bring a towel, sunglasses, hat, change of clothes and sun protection. Additional drinks can be purchased on board.
- There is no glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible.
- Follow your booking confirmation for final meeting arrangements and timings. Advise any participation or dietary requirements before travel.