Cairns: Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day

Name: Cairns: Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day
Brand: GetYourGuide
Price: 221.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.74 (641 reviews)

4.7 (641 verified reviews)

Snorkellers following a green turtle over the reef shallows

Aerial view of snorkellers exploring a shallow coral garden

Snorkellers above a giant clam and coral on the reef floor

Silverswift moored over a broad shallow reef flat

Aerial view of the Silverswift catamaran at anchor beside deep water

About This Experience

Silverswift is the dive-focused boat in the Great Adventures fleet and the only day trip from Cairns that reaches three outer reef sites in one day - Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and Thetford are the usual rotation, chosen on the morning for conditions.

It is built for people who want to be in the water repeatedly: five hours of reef time, unlimited snorkelling across the three sites, a snorkel brief at each one, and a guided snorkel tour included in the fare. Certified divers can do up to three dives; introductory divers go in with an instructor and need no experience.

Mask, snorkel, fins and lycra suit are included, as are prescription masks at no extra cost, a hot and cold tropical buffet lunch, and lifeguard supervision at every site. Note a fuel surcharge is collected at check-in on the day (A$10 adult, A$5 child), which is not in the online price.

Highlights

Dive in pristine coral gardens at 3 different dive sites of the Great Barrier Reef
Explore spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens
Take a guided snorkel tour with expert guides and learn more about the reef and its inhabitants
Feast on a hot and cold tropical buffet lunch
Visit the outer reef sites of Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs

What's Included

✓ Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns
✓ Morning and afternoon tea
✓ Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch
✓ Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins & lycra suit
✓ Snorkel brief at each site
✓ Qualified lifeguard supervision
✓ Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit
✓ Guided snorkel tour
✓ Prescription masks available at no additional cost

Not Included

Introductory and certified scuba diving is optional at an additional cost
Surcharge: Due to significant volatility in fuel supply and operational costs, a surcharge will apply and be collected at check-in on the day of travel (Adult - $10 AUD, Child - $5 AUD)

What to Bring

Sunglasses
Sun hat
Swimwear
Towel
Camera

Good to Know & Caveats

Coach transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodations at an additional cost
Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving. For advice, contact Great Adventures office
The minimum age for scuba diving in Queensland Australia is 12 years
Certified divers must show proof of diving certification
Silverswift departs daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 08:30, returning at 16:30. Coach transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodations
During scheduled maintenance, Silverswift services may be operated by a different vessel than the one shown on this site
Surcharge: Due to significant volatility in fuel supply and operational costs, a surcharge will apply and be collected at check-in on the day of travel (Adult - $10 AUD, Child - $5 AUD)

Meeting Point

Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Silverswift departs at 08:30 and returns at 16:30.

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.7/5 by 641 verified GetYourGuide travelers.

It was amazing. I went snorkeling three times, and each time there were different things to see. The tour guide service is very considerate. If you are snorkeling for the first time and want to see corals and various kinds of fish, you can choose their company. They have tour guides in Chinese, English, and Japanese. Don't worry.
— Yi, Septemb

Everything was very well organized. The boat is very fast, we stopped at 3 different locations, we saw a big diversity of fish, however the corals I was expecting more (not blaming the tour company rather global warming). The equipment was is good condition and the lunch was pretty good too.
— Tiago, August

These guys are really well prepared. A wonderful snorkeling experience and certainly one to recommend. Fast and well-equipped boat. Obviously, you go out into the open ocean, so if you suffer from seasickness, take an anti-nausea medication.
— Lorenzo, August

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Silverswift different from the other Cairns boats?

It is the only day trip from Cairns that visits three outer reef sites in one day, and the fastest of the dive boats out to the reef - which is where the extra site comes from.

Which reefs does it visit?

Three of Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and Thetford, chosen on the morning for conditions. There is a snorkel brief at each site and a guided snorkel tour included.

How many dives can a certified diver do?

Up to three across the day. Introductory divers go in with an instructor and need no experience; the minimum age for scuba in Queensland is 12, and certified divers must show proof of certification.

Is there a surcharge?

Yes. A fuel surcharge is collected at check-in on the day - A$10 per adult and A$5 per child - which is not included in the online price.

Are transfers available?

Coach transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation can be added at extra cost. Silverswift itself departs the Reef Fleet Terminal at 08:30 and returns at 16:30.