Aerial view of a reef cruise boat moored beside outer reef patches near Cairns
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Evolution Outer Reef Cruise and Certified Dive

from A$365
8 hours 30 mins
Cairns
Free Cancellation (18 hours prior)

Join the 35 metre superyacht Evolution from Cairns for a certified dive and snorkelling at two outer Great Barrier Reef sites, usually Norman or Saxon Reef then North Hastings Reef. More than five hours at the reef, a barbecue lunch, afternoon tea and a glass of wine on the way home are included.

  • Aerial view of a reef cruise boat moored beside outer reef patches near Cairns
  • Woman watching butterflyfish through a semi submersible window
  • Certified divers holding a Cairns sign underwater on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Two snorkellers gliding over hard corals on the outer Great Barrier Reef
  • Guests relaxing on bean bags on the sun deck of a reef cruise boat
  • Two snorkellers waving in front of the Evolution reef cruise boat
  • Aerial view of a reef cruise boat moored beside outer reef patches near Cairns
  • Woman watching butterflyfish through a semi submersible window
  • Certified divers holding a Cairns sign underwater on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Two snorkellers gliding over hard corals on the outer Great Barrier Reef
  • Guests relaxing on bean bags on the sun deck of a reef cruise boat
  • Two snorkellers waving in front of the Evolution reef cruise boat

Quick read before you book.

  • Dive the outer reef from a 35 metre superyacht
  • Norman or Saxon Reef, then North Hastings Reef
  • Plenty of snorkelling time around your dive
  • Room on board for non diving partners to relax
  • Wine and afternoon tea as you cruise home

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Included in this tour.

  • Return cruise on the superyacht Evolution from Cairns
  • Certified scuba dive with dive equipment and 3mm wetsuit
  • Two outer Great Barrier Reef sites
  • More than five hours at the reef
  • Snorkel equipment and lycra sun suit
  • Barbecue lunch with prawns, fish, steak, salads and vegetarian and vegan options
  • Afternoon tea and a glass of wine on the return cruise

Commonly asked questions.

Check in between 7:15 and 7:45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs at 8:00am sharp and returns around 4:30pm. Our guide to getting around Cairns without a car covers how to get there.

Bring proof of your dive certification. You'll complete a Queensland medical questionnaire on board, and divers over 65 need a doctor's clearance confirming they're fit to dive.

The morning site is usually Norman Reef or Saxon Reef, and the afternoon site is North Hastings Reef. The crew chooses each day based on conditions.

Yes, dive equipment is supplied for your certified dive, along with a 3mm Scubapro wetsuit for divers. Snorkel gear and a lycra sun suit are also included.

Certified divers must be at least 10 years old, and anyone under 18 must dive with a parent or guardian.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 18 hours before travel, which is 2pm the day before. Cancellations after that aren't refunded, and a $50 fee applies to rebook.

Tours are rarely cancelled, and only for guest safety and comfort. If the operator cancels for weather or mechanical issues, you'll be rebooked on the next available departure at no extra charge.

No, pregnant guests can't scuba dive, though snorkelling is allowed. A partner who doesn't dive can book the Evolution Outer Reef Cruise and join you on board.

Yes. Lunch is an Aussie barbecue with prawns, fish, steak, salads and vegetarian and vegan options, with afternoon tea and a glass of wine on the way home. Give at least 48 hours notice for special dietary needs.

More about this tour.

Certified divers get the best of both worlds on this Evolution day: a 35 metre superyacht with room to relax between dives, and two outer reef sites, usually Norman or Saxon Reef in the morning and North Hastings Reef in the afternoon. With more than five hours at the reef, there's time for your certified dive plus plenty of snorkelling.Down Under Cruise and Dive's crew looks after the briefing and gear, with 3mm Scubapro wetsuits included for divers. Every diver completes a Queensland medical questionnaire on board, and divers over 65 need a doctor's clearance confirming they're fit to dive. Non diving partners can snorkel, join a semi submersible tour or take a scenic helicopter flight.Lunch is an Aussie barbecue with prawns, fish and steak, and you finish with a glass of wine and afternoon tea on the cruise back. Travelling with a snorkeller? They can book the Evolution Outer Reef Cruise on the same boat. Our guide to reef water temperatures helps you plan what to wear.Evolution departs the Reef Fleet Terminal at 8am and returns around 4:30pm. Check availability for your dates.

Additional info.

Certified divers: Bring proof of your certification. All divers complete a Queensland medical questionnaire, and divers over 65 need a doctor's clearance confirming they're fit to dive. Certified divers must be at least 10 years old and under 18s must dive with a parent or guardian.Check in: 7:15 to 7:45am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Evolution departs at 8:00am sharp and returns around 4:30pm.Dietary needs: Please give at least 48 hours notice.A fuel and administration charge of $20 per person applies.What to bring:
  • Dive certification and logbook
  • Swimwear, towel and a change of clothes
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • A card for optional extras