The
most comfortable day trip to the reef
This modern, advanced diving vessel transports you in air-conditioned
comfort to the Outer Barrier Reef in just 90 minutes. Seaquest takes
snorkellers, divers and intro divers to the reef. As one of 60 guests
(maximum) you can be assured of individual attention from the trained
crew. They offer state of the art diving and snorkelling equipment.
Dive Sites
The dive locations on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef
offer superb coral formations and abundant, colourful marine life
including "Wally", the friendly 1.5m Maori Wrasse at Norman Reef.
Other destinations are Hastings and Saxon Reef. The locations vary
with the conditions, however each site is chosen for visual impact,
ecological diversity and the challenge of discovery.
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here for general information about dive regions which are
visited by SeaQuest.
Itinerary
- Early pick up from your accommodation
- 8.30am. departure at Marlin Jetty
- Coffee, tea and snacks on the way to the reef
- After approx. 90 minutes arrival at the reef
- 5 hours for diving, snorkelling and relaxing
- Lunch after the first dive
- Usually a short ride to another dive site
- Snorkelling gear and wetsuit are included in the price
- Very well maintained dive equipment for hire
- Approximately 4.30pm arrival in Cairns
Features
SeaQuest ADV caters superbly for both certified and introductory
divers. The SeaQuest ADV Discover Scuba Diving program is your perfect
introduction to the reef with pre-dive tuition, close underwater
supervision, dive recognition card and certificate included. Certified
divers can explore two dive locations in one day
- Snorkelling: Visit spectacular Norman Reef at the very
edge of the Great Barrier Reef and spend a leisurely five hours
at play amongst the colourful coral and marine life. All your
snorkelling gear is provided. So there is nothing to hold you
back!
- Introductory Diving: Discover scuba diving. Diving is
for everyone... including those who have never dived before. While
snorkelling allows you to view fish and coral from above the reef,
diving allows you to experience the underwater world close up,
explore the coral and swimming with the fish. If this is your
only chance to see the Great Barrier Reef, make sure you experience
all you can by diving it. We have been taking people to the reef
for over 18 years and all Dive Instructors are professionally
qualified PADI Instructors. There is still plenty of time to enjoy
all other activities on board with family and friends. Please
note a medical form must be completed on board.
- Certified Diving: Certified divers can enjoy up to two
dives, from the large divedeck. Dives are usually organised in
buddy teams with a detailed briefing about the dive site. Guided
dives can be arranged at extra cost. Explore spectacular coral
formations and underwater gardens teeming with vibrantly coloured
marine creatures.