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Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling with Blue Dive Port Douglas - Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling with Blue Dive Port Douglas

Port Douglasmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

8 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should be in moderate physical condition, comfortable swimming and capable of handling basic snorkeling or diving activities.

Overview

Dive into the Great Barrier Reef with Blue Dive Port Douglas’ Calypso Reef Cruises. Whether certified diver or snorkeler, discover incredible coral formations and iconic marine life on expertly guided day trips.

Port Douglas, Queensland

Calypso Dive and Snorkel Day Trips. Port Douglas

Ages 4+ • 8 hours • Stating at $199 • Enjoy variety of family cruises, reef tours, and dive trips

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About This Adventure

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with Calypso Reef Cruises. Enjoy guided dives and snorkeling at stunning sites, led by expert PADI instructors. Discover vibrant coral gardens and iconic marine life while indulging in delicious meals. This unforgettable adventure promises safety, fun, and awe-inspiring underwater exploration.

Explore the wondrous spectacle that is the Great Barrier Reef with Calypso Reef Cruises. Calypso Reef Cruises will ensure your Great Barrier Reef experience is safe, memorable & fun!

Pricing

Adult Certified Dive - $419 Adult Intro dive - $398 Adult Snorkel - $299 Child Certified Dive - $319 Child Intro dive - $298 Child Snorkel - $199

Duration

8 hours Tours depart from the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas at 8.45am and return at 4.30pm.

Boarding commences at 8.20am

About

Embark on a Port Douglas diving adventure and try an introductory dive with our professional PADI dive instructors to view the underwater world like never before. For the experienced divers (certified), join our PADI dive masters as they show you sheer walls of corals, caves and possibly drift dive (if conditions permit). For snorkellers, there is plenty to explore from the surface and guided tours are available.

Made up of four separate reefs that face out to the South Pacific Ocean, Agincourt Reef is regarded as one of the most significant sites of this natural wonder. Here you’ll find rich, diverse coral gardens that help form these protective ocean walls, filled with hard and soft corals as well as the reef’s most iconic species such as sharks, stingrays, turtles, whales*, groupers and cods, maori wrasse and parrotfish.

Itinerary

7:00am to 8:20am Checkin – Free parking is available if making your own way to Crystalbrook Marina Port Douglas. Upon arrival, checkin directly at the Calypso vessel at 8:20am

8:20am to 8:45am Boarding Commences – Arrive before 8:20am at the Crystalbrook Marina, Port Douglas. As the Calypso crew welcome you aboard you will be fitted out with your own snorkelling equipment before relaxing with light refreshments.

8.45am to 10:10am Cruise Time – It is time to sit back and relax while we travel to our first site. If you are participating in a dive your dive guide will take this opportunity to brief you on your dive.

10:20am to 11:15am First Snorkelling Site – Divers are briefed, enter water while snorkellers enjoy an informative talk on how to snorkel safely. After snorkelling/diving at the first site morning tea is served.

11:50am to 1:50pm Second Snorkelling Site – We travel to our second breathtaking site (for diving and snorkelling) where a guided snorkelling tour is available before a tropical buffet lunch is served. After all that scrumptious food you can partake in a reef interpretive chat by one of our friendly crew.

1:50pm to 3:10pm Third Snorkelling Site – A short trip to our final site for another snorkelling and diving opportunity before enjoying afternoon tea.

3:10pm to 4:30pm Cruise Home – Returning at approximately 4:30pm.

Inclusions

Experienced PADI dive masters Small groups All equipment provided Up to 3 dives Dive computers On board compressor Underwater photographers Transfers $10 extra

Price is per person and inclusive of GST and all fees, including the GBRMPA environmental management charge (EMC) which contributes directly to the management of the Marine Park.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early for Check-In

Plan to arrive by 8:20 AM at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina to complete check-in and gear fitting smoothly.

Stay Hydrated

Queensland’s tropical climate can be warm; drink plenty of water before and during your trip to avoid dehydration.

Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Protect your skin without harming coral — bring reef-safe sunscreen or use the provided shaded areas on board.

Listen Closely to Safety Briefings

Dive and snorkel briefings include crucial safety protocols—pay attention to ensure a secure experience underwater.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Green sea turtles
  • Reef manta rays

History

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park was established in 1975 as a protected marine area, one of the largest of its kind worldwide.

Conservation

Blue Dive’s operations include strict environmental practices, with ongoing contributions to reef health through GBRMPA fees included in every booking.

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Recommended Gear

Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Essential

Protects skin from sunburn while preserving delicate reef ecosystems.

summer specific

Swimsuit and Rash Vest

Essential

Provides sun protection and reduces chafing during snorkeling and diving.

summer specific

Lightweight Wetsuit

Keeps divers warm in cooler water temperatures during winter trips.

winter specific

Waterproof Camera

Capture vibrant reef life and underwater memories during your adventure.