Reef Adventures Cairns Half-Day Tour Snorkeling Tour
Reef Adventures Cairns Highlights
High-Speed Ride: Cruise out to Upolu Reef in style aboard Mad Max – a fast, fun vessel designed to get you there quickly.
Snorkel Upolu Reef: Spend up to 2 hours exploring this beautiful outer reef site with vibrant coral, marine life, and crystal-clear water.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more relaxed and personal adventure with a maximum of 25 guests onboard.
Guided Snorkelling: Discover more with the help of your snorkel guide who’ll point out hidden marine life and reef features.
Flexible Timings: Choose a morning or afternoon tour – perfect for cruise ship guests or half-day holidaymakers.
Top-Quality Gear: Snorkel gear is provided, with optional extras like wetsuits, flotation vests, and prescription masks.
Light Snacks & Refreshments: Stay energised with a light snack on board, plus drinks available for purchase.
Discover Reef Adventures Cairns
Short on time but big on adventure? Discover the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef in just a few hours on this high-speed, small-group snorkelling experience. The Reef Adventures Cairns Snorkelling Half-Day Tour is ideal for cruise passengers, families, and time-savvy travellers looking for the thrill of the reef without the full-day commitment.
Travel fast aboard the purpose-built vessel Mad Max, snorkel vibrant coral gardens at Upolu Reef, and enjoy personalised service with a maximum of just 25 guests. It’s the reef – made easy.
Yes! This half-day snorkelling tour is perfect for beginners, with guides available to assist in the water.
Can I hire a wetsuit or flotation device?
Yes – both are available to hire onboard for a small additional fee.
How long do we spend at the reef?
You’ll enjoy approximately 2 hours of in-water time at Upolu Reef.
Is this tour suitable for cruise ship passengers?
Yes! With morning and afternoon departures, it’s ideal for cruise ship schedules. The marina is just a short walk from the terminal.
Are drinks included?
A light snack is included. Additional drinks can be purchased onboard.
🌺 Experience the Reef Without the Crowds
If you’re looking for a small group, fast, and fun reef trip, the Cairns Snorkelling Half-Day Tour delivers everything you need to experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef – without taking up your whole day.
Half-day snorkeling tour on the Great Barrier Reef
This is a sample itinerary. This tour departs daily twice a day; once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Please check in 30 minutes prior to your selected departure time.
7:30: Check-in at the office at the Pier Shopping Centre
8:00: Depart on ‘Mad Max’, located on B Finger at Cairns Marlin Marina
9:00: Arrive at Upolu Cay for 2 hours of snorkeling
A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
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"
If you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time, you will not be refunded any part of your tour costs. 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. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities.
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Children’s prices are from 4 – 14 years of age. Families consist of 2 Adults and 2 Children aged 4 to 14 years of age. The minimum age for this tour is 4 years old.
Sites are weather and tide permitting. Please note departure times may sometimes be weather and tidal dependent.
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.
Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are heavily pregnant.
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.
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