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Moore Reef Great Barrier Reef Day Tour

Cairns, Australia
Moore Reef Great Barrier Reef Day Tour
Cairns, Australia

Spend a day exploring the Great Barrier Reef with this cruise out to the Moore Reef pontoon, which includes snorkelling, a semi-sub, & lunch.

Moore Reef Great Barrier Reef Day Tour Highlights

  • Get up to 10% cashback when you book with us!
  • Return cruise transfers between Cairns Marina and Moore Reef Pontoon
  • Air-conditioned catamaran cruise
  • Snorkelling equipment including mask, fins, snorkel, lycra suit and buoyancy vest
  • Expert snorkelling instruction
  • Extra-large supervised snorkelling zone
  • Glass-bottom boat tour
  • Semi-submersible tour
  • Access to the Moore Reef waterslide and sun deck
  • Underwater observatory
  • Enclosed ocean wading pool
  • Freshwater showers and change rooms
  • Fish feeding presentations
  • Tropical buffet lunch with fresh prawns, hot dishes, salads and tropical fruits
  • Optional 10-minute scenic helicopter flight on selected package
  • Optional 25-minute scenic helicopter flights on selected fly/cruise packages

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Moore Reef Full Day Tour

Spend a full day at Moore Reef with return catamaran travel from Cairns, snorkelling, glass-bottom and semi-submersible tours, a tropical buffet lunch and pontoon activities.
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AUD $307.00
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Moore Reef Full Day Tour + 10 Min Scenic Helicopter

Enjoy the full Moore Reef day tour with return catamaran travel, plus a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight from the Moore Reef helipad.
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AUD $507.00
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Fly to Moore Reef + Cruise Back

Fly by helicopter from Cairns to Moore Reef, enjoy approximately 4 hours at the reef, then return to Cairns by catamaran. Includes a complimentary transfer from the Reef Fleet Terminal to the helicopter hangar.
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AUD $699.00
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Cruise to Moore Reef + Fly Back

Cruise from Cairns to Moore Reef, enjoy approximately 3.5 hours at the reef, then fly by helicopter back to Cairns with a complimentary transfer from the helicopter hangar to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
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AUD $699.00
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Fly to Moore Reef + Fly Back

Travel by helicopter from Cairns to Moore Reef, enjoy approximately 3 hours at the reef, then return to Cairns by helicopter. Includes complimentary transfers to and from the helicopter hangar.
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AUD $1,076.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Check in at the Sunlover desk inside Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns.

Yes. The standard Moore Reef tour accepts children aged 4-15 years and infants aged 0-3 years.

Helicopter variants accept children aged 2-15 years and infants aged 0-1 years. Children aged 2-3 years are charged the applicable helicopter fare.

Yes. An internationally recognised dive licence is required for certified diving activities.

Optional activities can be booked subject to availability, but pre-booking is recommended because capacity is limited.

Pack a bag as if you were heading to the beach for the day. You’ll be travelling by boat and spending the day on the Great Barrier Reef, so bring sun protection, swimwear and anything you may personally need while away from Cairns.

Suggested items include:

  • Swimming costume and beach towel

  • Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ or higher sunscreen

  • Sun protective clothing, such as a t-shirt, rash vest, hat and sunglasses

  • A change of clothes for the return trip

  • Cash or card for onboard purchases, snacks, drinks and optional activities

  • Any personal medication you may need during the day

  • Motion sickness medication if you are prone to seasickness

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Camera or phone for photos

  • Booking confirmation, either printed or on your phone

Lycra suits and snorkelling equipment are provided on the Moore Reef tour, so you do not need to bring your own snorkelling gear unless you prefer to use personal equipment. Lycra suits offer UPF 50+ protection.

Sunlover accepts AUD cash, Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay, RoyalPay and WeChat Pay for onboard purchases. American Express is not accepted.

Optional activities and onboard purchases are available at an additional cost, subject to availability and conditions on the day.

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Sunlover Reef Cruises
Reef Fleet Terminal 1 Spence St, Cairns Queensland 4870
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AUD $307.00
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