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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef. …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.9 (2,577)

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef....

9 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,577)
from
$197
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.5 (801)

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (801)
from
$219
Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout

"THE ORIGINAL AND MOST AWARDED TOUR IN THE WHITSUNDAYS" Visit three top destinations whilst having the ride of your life! Each Ocean Rafting day includes …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Airlie Beach, Australia
4.9 (4,841)

Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout

"THE ORIGINAL AND MOST AWARDED TOUR IN THE WHITSUNDAYS" Visit three top destinations whilst having the ride of your life! Each Ocean Rafting day includes...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (4,841)
from
$178
Silversonic 3 Outer Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Port Douglas

See the Great Barrier Reef's coral and marine life on this full-day trip from Port Douglas. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, …More

Port Douglas, Australia
4.8 (528)

Silversonic 3 Outer Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Port Douglas

See the Great Barrier Reef's coral and marine life on this full-day trip from Port Douglas. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (528)
from
$234
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef from Port Douglas. You can watch fish feeding, go on …More

Port Douglas, Australia
4.7 (817)

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef from Port Douglas. You can watch fish feeding, go on...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (817)
from
$242
Seafood Lunch Cruise

Jump aboard this 1.5 hour relaxing seafood lunch cruise through the beautiful river and canals of Mooloolaba. Fresh seafood is included in the ticket price with …More

Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia
4.9 (950)

Seafood Lunch Cruise

Jump aboard this 1.5 hour relaxing seafood lunch cruise through the beautiful river and canals of Mooloolaba. Fresh seafood is included in the ticket price with...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (950)
from
$54
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Enjoy the most guest-oriented Great Barrier Reef tour aboard a fast travelling stylish and comfortable catamaran from Cairns! A "barefoot luxury" and stylish snorkel and …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.9 (1,926)

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Enjoy the most guest-oriented Great Barrier Reef tour aboard a fast travelling stylish and comfortable catamaran from Cairns! A "barefoot luxury" and stylish snorkel and...

9 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,926)
from
$159
Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

Experience a peaceful, tranquil sunset during a sailing cruise from Port Douglas. After being welcomed aboard a luxury catamaran with a complimentary drink of your …More

Port Douglas, Australia
4.6 (552)

Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

Experience a peaceful, tranquil sunset during a sailing cruise from Port Douglas. After being welcomed aboard a luxury catamaran with a complimentary drink of your...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (552)
from
$75
Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such …More

Brisbane, Australia
4.7 (970)

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (970)
from
$37
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the …More

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Likely to Sell Out
Surfers Paradise, Australia
4.8 (285)

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Set sail on the stunning waters of the Gold Coast on this exclusive, two-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise, departing from a convenient spot in the...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (285)
from
$64
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

A maximum of 36 people. Guided Snorkel Tours. Glass Bottom Boat. Optical Masks Included. Free Facebook Photos (Posted daily). …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.9 (1,002)

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

A maximum of 36 people. Guided Snorkel Tours. Glass Bottom Boat. Optical Masks Included. Free Facebook Photos (Posted daily)....

7 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,002)
from
$200
River Cruise

Lady Douglas is iconic to Port Douglas and has been cruising the Inlet for over 30 years. We have amazing success at spotting crocodiles in …More

Port Douglas, Australia
4.8 (2,022)

River Cruise

Lady Douglas is iconic to Port Douglas and has been cruising the Inlet for over 30 years. We have amazing success at spotting crocodiles in...

1 hour 30 minutes
4.8 (2,022)
from
$38
Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a …More

Surfers Paradise, Australia
4.6 (371)

Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour

1 hour Aquaduck city and river tour. Departing from the heart of Surfers Paradise, tours aboard the amphibious ‘Aquaduck’ combine an informative city-tour with a...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.6 (371)
from
$46
Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia
4.9 (310)

Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (310)
from
$39
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of …More

Brisbane, Australia
4.8 (1,633)

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,633)
from
$99
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board …More

Brisbane, Australia
4.7 (521)

Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (521)
from
$69
Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.8 (414)

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...

10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (414)
from
$220
Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

Port Douglas, Australia
4.7 (254)

Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

7 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (254)
from
$168
Lady Enid Sunset Sail Airlie Beach - Adults Only

A sail on board Lady Enid is like no other in Airlie Beach. A cut above, Lady Enid is the only premium Adults Only tour …More

Airlie Beach, Australia
4.7 (47)

Lady Enid Sunset Sail Airlie Beach - Adults Only

A sail on board Lady Enid is like no other in Airlie Beach. A cut above, Lady Enid is the only premium Adults Only tour...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (47)
from
$75
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
4.8 (357)

Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local...

45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (357)
from
$21

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Faultless experience, 10/10!!
New York City
Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran
constanceedwards, Sep 2026
Faultless experience, 10/10!!
The Passion of Paradise crew under Captain Darcy are consummate professionals. Our day trip to the GBR was faultless from start to finish. Check in, directions and entrance to the boat were so warm and clear. Coffee & fruit upon boarding was such a nice welcome. The snorkelling equipment was clean and instructions great condition and instructions to be safe in the water were very clear, with the team watching out to keep us safe. The team got straight in with us to help guide any unsure swimmers and point out marine life we may have otherwise missed! Their commitment to customer service was evident when the swimming team got straight out and straight onto serving lunch, we were super grateful. The food at lunch time was impeccable and of super high restaurant standard- a stunning range of salads and hot food. On the journey back to land we had a 30 minute marine talk from one of the team, which was so so educational, concise and beautifully presented. The captains, skippers, chefs and stews have such an evident passion for hospitality and genuine care for their passengers. We have had an incredible day on board Paradise III, thank you to the incredible crew for such an unforgettable day! I cannot recommend this company, crew and day enough.
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Great day out
New York City
Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout
sarahtK61EC, Sep 2026
Great day out
Had a lovely day out, despite the warning for 1.5-2mtr swell the ride was still quite smooth so dont let the big swell deter you. Our guides Chris & Georgie were great, kept the vibes up all day and were just lovely people. The price is up there but you do get the whole day out with lunch & afternoon snack included so worth it. We had a full boat the day we went but it wasn't over crowded. My daughters 9 & 14 had a ball and were amazed at how beautiful everything is. Highly recommend 👌🏻
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Had a Ball
New York City
Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout
brettlQ9076CI, Sep 2026
Had a Ball
Absolute great experience - from the staff picking us up, check in and our skipper for Thunderstruck (name of boat) Josh and helper Ally were just the best! Had a ball and would highly recomend.
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GREAT EXPERIENCE
New York City
Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran
candelab122, Sep 2026
GREAT EXPERIENCE
Everything was great. Experience, crew, food
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Very enjoyable
New York City
Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas
F4681LKcarolyns, Sep 2026
Very enjoyable
Very good experience, great food and the complimentary drink was fantastic.
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Lunchtime cruise
New York City
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
285ianj, Sep 2026
Lunchtime cruise
Excellent trip, buffet was superb.
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Fantastic snorkeling trip
New York City
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
robcastledine, Sep 2026
Fantastic snorkeling trip
Wow...what a day. All staff on board were super helpful and so nice. A very full day from 0730 boarding through to 1630 hrs arrival. G reat lunch and plenty of drinks available. Snorkeling was amazing. Not rushed and guides accompany groups in the water. Loads of reef and habitat seen very close up. Defo must do.
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A very pleasant experience
New York City
Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)
Andrew_R, Sep 2026
A very pleasant experience
A very pleasant cruise on the Brisbane River with great views of the city and lots of historical information. If weather permits, the top deck gives the best views.
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Great friend staff who know there stuff
New York City
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
K7126JQjohnl, Sep 2026
Great friend staff who know there stuff
Fantastic staff, very friendly and made sure you where well taken care of without any judgement. Highly recommend
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The Koala Sanctuary had...
New York City
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Scott_M, Sep 2026
The Koala Sanctuary had...
The Koala Sanctuary had lots more to see than just the Koalas but they certainly are the highlight of the visit. The cruise was enjoyable as well. A great and reasonably priced tour!
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Fab experience with a fab team
New York City
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
Patricia_O, Sep 2026
Fab experience with a fab team
We were looked after really well. Crew were super friendly and accommodating. Food and snacks a plenty which was needed after all the snorkeling. Thankyou to the team who did such a fab job in looking after us today. Definitely recommend
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Discovering Brisbane
New York City
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)
U3653DDmariej, Sep 2026
Discovering Brisbane
This was the second time on this trip. I had such a great time the first time I went, I took 2 friends for a surprise birthday celebration. Another great day!WOW
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Excellent experience on the Lady Douglas
New York City
River Cruise
C3837TWnicholasw, Sep 2026
Excellent experience on the Lady Douglas
Easy to find as the Lady Douglas is the only one of its kind in the marine. Great welcome from the skipper and his helper. I didn’t spot the complimentary drink or the lovely snack on booking making it great value. The trip is at a lovely pace not too fast and not too slow. We found a crocodile. Huge monster just resting. My wife then spotted another one on the return leg and was rewarded with a free drink. Great experience and would gladly do again.
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River cruise
New York City
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
Meander09163190832, Sep 2026
River cruise
The lunch cruise was an amazing 2hrs food was beyond what was expected, highly recommended. The crew where all fantastic
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling
New York City
Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns
Suzy_F, Sep 2026
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling
Well organized and once in a lifetime experience! Friendly staff and good equipment provided. Highly recommend.
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See a lot of Brisbane from the Water
New York City
Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)
myxoplx, Sep 2026
See a lot of Brisbane from the Water
This was a very pleasant river cruise on the Brisbane River. The narration was very informative, and the crew was good humored. The dock is very well located in a great area of activities and restaurants.
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