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Departure Times

Departs: 9:00am - Daily
Returns: 4:00pm - Daily

The Reef is your oyster on Cruise Whitsunday’s action-packed, flexible and wondrous Great Barrier Reef Express day tour!

  • Gain a magical insight into the Great Barrier Reef with an array of hands-on activities that will show you the Whitsundays like never before! 
  • Explore the Heart Pontoon at Hardy Reef for exclusive snorkelling access at one of the best, flourishing fringing reefs in the region!
  • Add-ons such as scuba-diving, snorkel safari and group underwater photos provide a flexible, personalised itinerary.
  • Learn about the deep blue on our semi-submarine guided tour and discover the ocean while keeping dry at our underwater observatory! 
  • Relaxed, scenic cruising will take you on a charming boat tour of the picturesque Whitsunday Islands.

Jump into a day of marine discovery with the unforgettable Great Barrier Reef Express tour! Take advantage of a flexible, guided and colourful array of underwater activities such as snorkelling, scuba-diving, observatory and semi-submarining. The perfect trip for families, small groups, couples and solo travellers, the experienced team at Cruise Whitsunday is bound to make your trip out to the Reef something of a dream!

Top it all off with some incredibly picturesque boat cruising amongst the enchanting Whitsundays, that will take you to world-famous snorkelling spots in style! Not to mention, your adventures will be fueled by a fresh, buffet-style lunch. Let the wonders of tropical bliss fill your senses and take you away on a day of discovery, adventure and fun that you truly can't find anywhere else.

With an impeccable mixture of relaxation and ocean exploring, you cannot miss the unique Great Barrier Reef Express experience!

Heart Reef, Whitsundays, Australia


Highlights & Features:

  • Snorkel the flourishing Hardy Reef
  • Explore the Great Barrier Reef
  • Perfect for families, couples, groups and solo travellers!
  • Relax on the stable Heart Pontoon
  • Delicious buffet-style lunch 
  • Semi-submersible submarine boat
  • Underwater viewing chamber
  • Friendly, knowledgeable crew
  • Scuba-diving available 
  • Snorkelling gear provided
  • Insightful facts about the reef's ecosystem
  • Scenic, spacious and comfortable cruising

Known for its flexibility and ability to please everyone and anyone, the Great Barrier Reef Express is the best way to tailor your day on the reef to your needs. Whether you're a hands-on snorkeller, an avid marine life learner or you prefer to lounge in the sun, this day of marine bliss is sure to impress! 


Important Information:

  • This tour is currently not operating. See all alternate Great Barrier Reef day tours here.

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Snorkelling at Hardy Reef

Dive in for the underwater adventure of a lifetime! Rub shoulders with marine critters big and small, such as turtles, tropical fish, hard and soft corals, manatees, starfish and more! The intricate, wondrous world below is bound to take your breath away as you venture through one of the world’s seven natural wonders - the Great Barrier Reef! Perfect for first-timers, ...

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Departs/Returns

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  • The Great Barrier Reef Express departs from Airlie Beach at 9:00am
  • Check-in - Please meet at the Port of Airlie Marina 30 minutes prior to departure
  • Return to Port of Airlie at 4:00pm

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What To Bring

Please bring only a small bag with:

  • Photo ID
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses etc)
  • Swimwear
  • Beach towel
  • Camera
  • Jumper or jacket (seasonal)
  • Cash or credit cards for onboard purchases

What's Included

  • Snorkelling equipment and instruction
  • Wet/stinger suit
  • Buffet lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea and coffees
  • Semi-submarine/glass bottom boat tour
  • Underwater observatory 
  • Pontoon access

What's Extra

  • Onboard purchases s...

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