Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Adventure from Airlie Beach


Departure Times
Departure Point: Shute Harbour Terminal (with included bus transfers).
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Experience the best of the Outer Great Barrier Reef on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
- One of the few day trips departing Airlie Beach that visits the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Come face-to-face with world-class marine life including turtles, rays and more!
- Fully licensed onboard this air-conditioned comfortable boat!
- Ideal for families, couples or groups of friends who want to connect with the underwater natural world
The Outer Reef Snorkelling Eco-Adventure tour is one to add to the bucket-list! The Great Barrier Reef is listed as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World and is home to thousands of marine species. Zip through the stunning Whitsunday Islands at high speeds as you make your way out to the reef, all in absolute comfort!
Spend ample time brushing shoulders with tropical corals, come face-to-face with an array of colourful fish, and keep a look out for green sea turtles, manta rays and giant clams while you visit different reef locations. Enjoy a gourmet-style lunch, freshly prepared by a local catering company.
Highlights
- Visit multiple sites on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Rooftop deck offering panoramic views
- Air-conditioned vessel
- Snorkelling equipment provided including fins
- Delicious lunch, morning and afternoon tea
- Onboard fully licenced bar
- Free courtesy bus transfers included
- Steady vessel suitable for those who suffer from seasickness
- Accredited Climate Action Leaders
- Onboard toilet
- Experienced and friendly crew
- Australian owned and family operated
- Australia's only marine-accredited Savannah Guide Enterprise
- Stinger and wetsuits provided
- Speedy yet comfortable
Important Information:
- Please note that the recommended minimum age for this tour is 6 years old.
- Vegan and halal diets are unable to be catered for.
- Advised that you should only book this tour if you are a confident swimmer.
Sample Itinerary
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Cruise through the Whitsunday Islands
Check in at 8:15 am at the Shute Harbour Terminal. Settle in and get comfortable while you make way to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. The journey takes roughly 2 hours depending on the current weather conditions of the day. Get to know your crew and fellow passengers while taking in the natural surroundings. Enjoy a tasty morning tea of cheesecakes, coffee a...
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What To Bring
- Sunscreen, sun protective hat and sunglasses
- Towel
- Practical clothing
- Underwater camera
- Light jacket or jumper during cooler months
- Card for onboard purchased (no cash)
- Refillable water bottle (fresh water onboard)
What's Included
- Bus transfers to and from Shute Harbour
- Lunch prepared by gourmet caterers
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Tea and coffee
- Mask and snorkel
- Lycra suits and wetsuits
- Fins
- Onboard toilet
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is snorkelling gear provided?
Yes, you will be given a snorkelling mask, snorkel, fins and a lycra/wetsuit.
What is the minimum age?
The recommended minimum age for this tour is 6 years old. If you are travelling with children under 6, they need to be approved prior to departure. Please note that there are limitations to what water activities they can participate in, and you will need to supply their lifejackets.
Is the vessel licenced?
There is a fully licenced bar on board where you can purchase alcoholic bevarages.
How long does it take to get to the Outer Reef?
It depends on the weather and water conditions on the day. Typically, from Airlie Beach you will get to the reef in roughly 2 hours.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, there is a toilet located on board.
Can special dietary requirements be catered for?
The menu has been designed to cater to most dietary requirements including complimentary vegetarian options. Please note that vegan and halal diets are unable to be catered for.
Does this tour have wheelchair access?
The vessel does take wheelchairs. However, the wheelchair does need to be able to fold up. There is no ramp so the wheelchair would need to be carried onto the boat. There is also no disabled toilet so friends or family would need to assist with this.
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Important Information
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time.
A public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult and $10 per child will apply to holidays including Easter Monday, ANZAC Day, Labour Day, Kings Birthday, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Australia Day. The tour does not operate on Christmas Day.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Sailing Whitsundays are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period (24 hours). It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
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.