FAQS – Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can bring your own equipment if you prefer. All operators provide high-quality, sanitised gear, but many experienced snorkellers…
Read MoreSnorkelling is generally open to all ages, with parental supervision for children. Introductory diving usually requires participants to be at…
Read MoreWe recommend bringing a towel, swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a reusable water bottle. If you’re prone to…
Read MoreNo, you don’t need to be a strong swimmer to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef. Many tours cater for non-swimmers…
Read MoreYes. Many boats have limited passenger numbers and can book out quickly—especially during public holidays, school breaks, and peak travel…
Read MoreOnly in extreme conditions such as cyclonic activity. Most operators will still run in rain or moderate wind, adjusting reef…
Read MoreDon’t let a little rain put you off—Great Barrier Reef tours operate in most weather conditions. Cairns often experiences showers…
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Please note that is fantastic you are planning to spend a few days in Cairns to dive on the Great…
Read MoreNo you can’t.? Unfortunately all of Cairns’ dive schools will be closed on Christmas Day.? You can start your course…
Read MoreThis is a tricky question, to which there is no right or wrong answer. Basically, it all depends on the…
Read MoreYes he does.? Santa visits most reef sites and boats; however he is not able to make it to all…
Read MoreIt’s summer and Cairns is hot.? Day temperatures can reach maximums of 32 degrees Celsius and humidity can be anywhere…
Read MoreYes they do.? Not all of the reef tours are running Christmas Day, but there are a selection of great…
Read MoreNo, the transfer drops off and picks up from the Marina Mirage. You may get to drive through Port Douglas…
Read MoreThis is a very popular choice for some divers who may not want to do a liveaboard trip and would…
Read MoreIf you are wanting to dive from Port Douglas and are staying in Cairns, all companies offer transfers from Cairns.…
Read MoreMost of the dive trips departing Port Douglas have rates that inlcude just tanks and weights, you should expect to…
Read MoreNo, there are no day tours that offer scuba diving as an option at Low Isles. This sand cay is…
Read MoreAll Cairns Reef Tours leave from Marlin Marina, which is located only a 5 to 15 minute walk from most…
Read MoreYes, but please note that this needs to be arranged in advance and will be an additional cost to your…
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Not available for any tours to the Islands as fine white sand damages the seals on the cameras and makes them leak!
You need to come into our shop located on the Cairns Esplanade the day before departure to pick up the camera before 5:30 pm. You also need to supply your own SD Camera Card and drop the camera off back at our shop before 5:30pm.
Please Remember there is no other way to collect our cameras! All passengers must come into our shop the day before departure day before 5:30 pm.