Dive the stunning Agincourt Ribbon Reefs on a day trip from Port Douglas with Blue Dive. Experience vibrant coral gardens, drift dives, and swim with dwarf minke whales in the Great Barrier Reef.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health and comfortable swimming in open water for multiple dives.
Wildlife
History
The Great Barrier Reef, a World Heritage Site since 1981, supports marine life diversity found nowhere else on Earth.
Conservation
Environmental Management Charge fees contribute directly to maintaining reef protection programs that minimize human impact.
Blue Dive Port Douglas
Dive the stunning Agincourt Ribbon Reefs on a day trip from Port Douglas with Blue Dive. Experience vibrant coral gardens, drift dives, and swim with dwarf minke whales in the Great Barrier Reef.
Blue Dive Port Douglas is a Port Douglas, Queensland-based operator listed on The Adventure Collective that connects travelers with certified diving, snorkeling and wildlife experiences across the Great Barrier Reef and nearby rainforests. The company’s public listings include day-trip reef cruises, private guided dives, and a dedicated private wildlife and rainforest safari option. Blue Dive Port Douglas markets trips that operate from both Port Douglas and Cairns, with partner vessels and programs such as AquaQuest, SilverSonic, Calypso Reef Cruises, Silverswift, and others mentioned in the listing.
Trip options range from small-group private guiding — including an introductory certified diver private guiding option listed with a maximum group size of four — to full-day multi-site dive and snorkel cruises that visit the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs and Outer Great Barrier Reef. Specific experiences on the listings include up to three dives at ribbon reef sites, the possibility of encountering dwarf minke whales on select SilverSonic itineraries, extended five-hour reef excursions aboard AquaQuest, and guided snorkeling and scuba led by PADI instructors on Calypso cruises. The private wildlife and rainforest safari listing advertises encounters with kangaroos, wallabies, exotic birds and a koala experience at a nearby wildlife park.
All descriptions on this page reflect the trip summaries as published for Blue Dive Port Douglas. Prospective guests should review individual trip listings for schedule, operator partner details, age and certification requirements, and booking terms before reserving.
Locations Served
Port Douglas & Cairns
Reef departures from both towns
Trips Listed
9 experiences
Day trips, private guides, safari
Day Trip Lengths
Up to 9 hours
Includes full-day reef cruises
Private Options
Private guiding available
Small-group and luxury choices
Compare private guiding, multi-dive day trips, and rainforest charters — check availability and book directly through the listed tour pages.
Arrive Early for Boarding
Boarding begins at 7:45 AM, so plan to arrive early at the Port Douglas departure point to complete check-in and gear fitting smoothly.
Check Your Certification
Certified divers should bring their dive card and logbook; intro divers and snorkelers should inform guides of their comfort level in water.
Prepare for Variable Sea Conditions
Conditions can change quickly; be ready for moderate boat motion and occasional currents during drift dives around the reef.
Protect the Reef
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid touching coral to help safeguard this delicate ecosystem during your trip.
Certified Dive Card or ID
Required to participate in certified dives and confirm dive qualifications.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin without harming coral reefs during sunny days on deck.
summer
Light Rash Guard or Wetsuit
Provides thermal protection during cooler or lengthy water exposure.
spring|fall|winter
Waterproof Camera or GoPro
Capture vibrant reef scenes and marine life during your dives and snorkels.