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Explore | Great Barrier Reef Scuba Diving Tour from Hamilton Island

FROM: $499
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Departure Times

Departs: 8:00 am - Tues, Thurs, Sat, Sun
Returns: 4:00 pm

Pricing Options

$300 AUD / Person - Child - Certified Diver (12-14 Years) (Between: 12 Jun 2025 and 31 May 2026)
$499 AUD / Person - Adult - Certified Diver (Between: 12 Jun 2025 and 31 May 2026)

Scuba dive in the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef on this incredible day trip from Hamilton Island!

  • Venture from Hamilton Island to Bait Reef on the Outer Reef
  • Visit 2 different reef sites for some world-class diving
  • Spacious, purpose-built catamaran for a stable and smooth ride 
  • Perfect for excited certified divers
  • Spot marine life and diverse, flourishing corals

Explore's Full Day to the Outer Great Barrier Reef from Hamilton Island is the best way to explore the underwater wonders of this World Heritage Site! Cruise on a sturdy and spacious catamaran to the Outer Reef, where you'll spend the day soaking in the tropical views. Explore's boat is specifically built for diving, so it has all the best-quality gear and amenities. With professional divemasters on board plus delicious catering, you're in for a treat on this Great Barrier Reef diving tour!

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Features

  • Visit dive sites such as Stepping Stone, Paradise Lagoon and Mantaray drop-off
  • Visit two different locations within Bait Reef
  • Spend 3.5 hours exploring the Outer Reef
  • Educational commentary en route
  • Brand new custom-designed dive vessel
  • Air-conditioning and comfy seating areas onboard
  • Onboard showers
  • Healthy buffet-style lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • High-quality diving gear, including stinger suits
  • 5-star PADI rating
  • All divers are personally guided by our experienced divemasters

This tour is for certified divers only. If you prefer to snorkel, you can book the Explore: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour From Hamilton Island

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Depart Hamilton Island

Cruise out of the Hamilton Island Marina on the spacious and stable dive vessel with Explore. Relax on the decks, enjoy morning tea and coffee, and admire the tropical views around you as you head for the Outer Reef. The vessel also serves a hot buffet lunch around midday, and has onboard showers and a dive platform. On this impressive vessel you will have everything you ...

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Important Information

  • All certified divers must produce their certification card or logbook at the time of booking. 
  • All dietary requirements must be advised at least 72 hours prior to departure.
  • To ensure an enjoyable experience and maximum activity time on windy or inclement weather days, days, the operator may alter the tour to the following: A full day cruise visiting up to three locations within the shelter of the Whitsunday Islands, which may include a stopover at Whitehaven Beach and up to two snorkel and dive locations situated in the northern section of the islands.
  • If your last dive was more than 12 months prior (and depending on the total number of dives) the operator may require you to complete either a PADI ReActivate Programme or a refresher programme in the pool prior to diving. 

What To Bring

Please take a small bag only with: 

  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Bathers
  • Change of clothes
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Money for onboard purchases
  • Dive certification card

What's Included

  • Buffet lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea 
  • Certified Divers - 2 dives
  • On board toilets and showers
  • Two site visits
  • Quality scuba diving gear
  • All divers are personally guided by our experienced divemasters or instructors
  • Price per person includes GST and $6.50 Reef Levy.

What's Extra

  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks & snacks.
  • Second dive can be purchased for $59pp (at discretion of dive instructor)

As some of our locations at Bait Reef are advanced dives, it is a requirement that all passengers have dived within the last 12 months. If you require a refresher/reactivation course, this must be completed prior to the day of your tour. 

Your safety in the water is our primary concern. To ensure your comfort and safety diver will require a Divers Medical Certificate for certain medical conditions or if over the age of 45 years.


Your safety in the water is our primary concern. To ensure your comfort and safety diver will require a Divers Medical Certificate for certain medical conditions or if over the age of 45 years.

Please read the following questions carefully:

  • Do you currently have an ear infection?
  • Do you have a history of ear disease, hearing loss or problems with balance?
  • Do you have a history of ear or sinus surgery?
  • Are you currently suffering from a cold, congestion, sinusitis or bronchitis?
  • Do you have a history of respiratory problems, severe attack of hayfever or allergies, or lung disease?
  • Have you had a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or history of chest surgery?
  • Do you have active asthma or history of asthma, emphysema or tuberculosis?
  • Are you currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of your physical or mental abilities?
  • Do you have behavioural health problems or a nervous system disorder?
  • Are you or could you be pregnant?
  • Do you have a history of colostomy?
  • Do you have a history of heart disease or heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery?
  • Do you have a history of high blood pressure, angina, or take medication to control blood pressure?
  • Are you over 45 and do you have a family history of heart attack or stroke?
  • Do you have a history of bleeding or other blood disorders?
  • Do you have a history of diabetes?
  • Do you have a history of seizures, blackouts or fainting, convulsions or epilepsy or take medications to prevent them?
  • Do you have a history of back, arm or leg problems following an injury, fracture or surgery?
  • Do you have a history of fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks (claustrophobia or agoraphobia)
  • Are you over 45?

If any of these conditions apply to you, you will require a Divers Medical Certificate before you can scuba dive.

Please click here for a list of doctors who can provide this service.

Cancellations

Cancellations made more than 48 hours prior to departure will not incur a cancellation fee.

Cancellations made between 48 and 24 hours prior to departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee.

Cancellations on the day of the tour or no shows will result in a 100% charge.

A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.

Terms and Conditions

Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.

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