Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Tours in Port Douglas: A Dive and Snorkel Adventure of a Lifetime!
Prepare for an exhilarating day of exploration and discovery as you embark on a journey with Silversonic in Port Douglas. Dive and snorkel the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the planet's most extraordinary natural wonders.
Price: $302.00 (additional cost for certified and introductory scuba diving).
Departing daily from Port Douglas, Silversonic promises an exhilarating day filled with fun, discovery, and adventure as you explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Our unique experience takes you to three different reef environments daily, making it the perfect choice for those seeking adventure and excitement.
What’s Included
3 Sites in One Day
Imagine entering a vibrant underwater kingdom teeming with tropical marine life. Silversonic visits a rich tapestry of remote and exclusive World Heritage Great Barrier Reef sites at the renowned Agincourt Ribbon Reefs. With incredible coral formations and extreme biodiversity, this is quality diving and snorkelling.
Swim with Dwarf Minke Whales: Silversonic holds an exclusive permit to swim with dwarf minke whales if encountered—a truly unforgettable experience!
5 Hours on the Reef: You’ll have ample time to explore the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.
Returns to Port Douglas at 4.30 p.m.
Snorkellers
Unlimited Adventure: Enjoy unlimited adventure snorkelling with a guided snorkel tour included.
Safety First: Snorkel briefings at each reef site and lifeguard snorkel officers supervising ensure your safety.
Explore with Confidence: You’ll have a fantastic time if you’re a beginner or an experienced snorkeler. Flotation devices and buoyancy vests are available if needed.
Marine Interpretation: Join the guided snorkel tour to learn more about the marine life around you. Our marine interpreters guide you over shallow coral gardens, pointing out fish and marine life, corals, and areas of interest.
Certified Divers
Up to Three Spectacular Dives: As a certified diver, you can enjoy up to three spectacular dives and experience three different Great Barrier Reef environments.
Dive Variety: From drift and wall dives to bommies and pinnacles, coral gardens, and swim-throughs, our magnificent sites offer diverse experiences for divers of all levels.
Safety and Enjoyment: Professional instructors accompany all dives at no extra charge, ensuring maximum safety and enjoyment. They have intimate local knowledge of the reef systems we visit and are passionate about sharing this.
Rich Marine Life: The Great Barrier Reef’s ecosystem supports a wide variety of life, including 1,500 species of fish, 400 types of corals, 4,000 species of molluscs, and 10,000 species of sponges.
This day tour visits one of the seven natural wonders of the World.
3 Outer Agincourt Ribbon Reefs.
Spectacular marine life and coral.
Up to five hours at the Great Barrier Reef.
Great Barrier Reef Itinerary
07:30 – First Check-in at Quicksilver Reservations Counter inside the Crystalbrook Marina.
08:15 – Next, guests board the vessel
08:20 Then sit back and relax with complimentary tea and coffee.
08:30 – Depart Port Douglas Marina.
Along the way, a thorough certified and introductory dive briefing.
10:15 – Then arrive at the first Reef location.
Divers gear up while snorkellers’ site briefing begins.
Then get ready to see the beauty of this natural wonder!
11:30 – Next, Silversonic departs for the second Reef location.
Introductory and certified dives
Snorkelers site briefing.
Noon – Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch
13:40 – Next, cruise to the third Reef location.
Snorkelling briefs on the best areas to snorkel.
Guided Snorkel tour.
Option for certified divers to do a third dive and a second introductory dive.
15:00 – Next, depart the Great Barrier Reef.
16:30 – Arrival time at Port Douglas Marina.
16:55 – Coaches leave for accommodation.
This Reef cruise includes
Return coach transfer from Port Douglas accommodation
Return Silversonic cruise from Port Douglas to Outer Great Barrier Reef
Up to 5 hours at Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Visit three different Reef sites
Morning and Afternoon teas
Hot and cold tropical smorgasbord lunch.
Reef Interpretation.
Snorkelling equipment, including mask, snorkel and fins.
Guided Snorkel Tour.
Snorkel briefing at each site.
Qualified lifeguard supervision.
Equipment for divers and snorkelers.
Hot freshwater showers and change rooms.
Prescription masks.
Lycra suits.
Scuba diving (certified diving or introductory diving)
Coach transfers
Underwater digital cameras are available for hire onboard
Professional underwater photo and video service
Camera
Swimwear, towel, and sunglasses
Hat, sunscreen and also a shirt
Certification Card for Certified Divers
Cash for drinks at the bar and credit card for additional dives
Please check in at the Silversonic/Quicksilver reservations counter inside the Port Douglas Marina (44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877) between 7:30 am and 8:00 am. Silversonic departs the marina at 8:30 am.
Diving Safety
It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
Queensland, Australia has some of the strictest scuba diving rules in the world but also the safest scuba diving record. We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and we comply with all regulations.
We strongly recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking.
Can I go Diving?
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive. If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning you must wait 24 hours after your dive. We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible
A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any date and/or name change will incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during our standard business hours (9 am-5 pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
20% cancellation fee 24 hours or more before departure
100% cancellation fee within 24 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather, etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein. Although we endeavor to provide accurate information, we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
Children: 4-14 years, prices as shown, 3 years and under cruise free of charge.
Family Fare is 2 adults and 2 children of the same family. Normal fare applies for additional children.
We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing, or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
Neither this site nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of personal belongings, property damage, delay, or personal injury.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical or other expenses are the financial responsibility of that passenger. Please be aware that scuba diving and other in-water activities are not covered by all travel insurance companies.
Please inform us of any special requirements before your date of travel; such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
