Reef Day Tripper | Sailing Reef Tour from Cairns
Avoid the crowds and set sail to the picturesque Upolu Reef on-board Reef Daytripper for a relaxing yet fun filled sailing trip. Reef Daytripper is a small sailing catamaran with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere offering sailing, snorkelling and diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
Key Features
- 2 different Reef destinations
- An enchanting Catamaran with plenty of room
- Professional, friendly and personalised service
- Small passenger numbers - maximum 20 guests
- Hands-on sailing or complete relaxation
- Relax on the Bownets
Daily Departures:
Reef Day Tripper is located at 'D' Finger, Marlin Marina (Near Reef Fleet Terminal)
Boarding is at 07:30am for an 07:45am departure
Returns between 4:30pm & 4:45pm
Please advise if you have a flight departing that evening
Your day includes:
- All snorkelling equipment & Safety tuition
- 4 Hours to visit two reef locations at Upolu Reef
- Reef Education Presentation
- Tropical buffet lunch
- Fruit & cheese platter with wine
- Guided snorkel tour
- PADI scuba demonstration (Introductory Divers)
- $15 EMC levy included in price
Additional Costs:
- Introductory OR Certified Diving
- Hotel Transfers
- Wetsuit / Stinger Suit Hire - $6:00 p/p
Sailing to Upolu Reef
Upolu Reef is a very beautiful location which lies at the very edge of the Outer Barrier Reef and is teeming with a large variety of interesting marine life and a beautiful array of corals. In the relatively sheltered lagoon you will see a multitude of giant clams, turtles, sea stars and reef fish. This offers a perfect snorkelling or diving experience in warm clear protected waters. A snorkel guide is available at the first site which offers a fun, informative and interactive introduction to the days exploration.
What to Bring:
- Hat & Sunglasses
- Sunscreen & a T shirt to snorkel in
- Towel
What to know before you go
All snorkellers aged 65+ are required to wear a snorkel vest during snorkelling sessions
All introductory divers aged 60+ must have an Australian Standards Medical, by a dive doctor prior to travelling.
Reviews
Big thank you to the whole crew. My two young children aged 7 and 10 were well taken care of. They loved the snorkelling but seemed to enjoy the splash of the waves on their faces on the return journey even more. Was an amazing experience we will never forget. Well worth the extra money to go with a limited number of people. The trip out is slightly longer but you see more fish etc as nobody else disturbs them and it feels more like a private / special experience. Highly rated. Good vibes music on the boat as well!!
Most enjoyable trip, crew were excellent and it was amazing to go snorkelling over the Reef.
Would highly recommend this particular boat as the numbers were small and the personal attention was superb
The boat was a relatively small and a bit crowded. Otherwise enjoyed the trip.
Great crew food very nice everyone onboard had a great time
Great day out. The crew are great people and the reef outstanding. Would highly recommend above the larger boats.
A fabulous day, the trip was excellent. The staff knowledgable and friendley, without being over the top, and I noticed they made sure they spent time with all of the day trippers individually, and answered any questions.
The food was excellent, and plenty to go round.
I am pleased we chose to go on a smaller craft, it was the right choice for us and I would highly recommend.
Check-in for Reef Day Tripper is at 'D' Finger, Marlin Marina (Near Reef Fleet Terminal)
Board at 07:30am for an 07:45am departure
Returns between 4:30pm & 4:45pm
