Quicksilver Cruises & Great Adventures: The best way to tour the Great Barrier Reef

Have you decided you want to explore one of Australia’s most iconic scenes and natural assets, The Great Barrier Reef? It’s the only natural structure that can be seen from outer space and stretches more than 2,300km along the northeast of Queensland, Australia. With its clean and clear water, it surely is to be at the top of your to-do list while visiting Australia. Not sure whether you want to swim in it or stay dry? With Quicksilver Cruises and Great Adventures, you have the option to do what you want! Pick from Great Barrier Reef snorkelling, diving, semi-sub or just observations from aboard. Whether you choose to stay dry or get wet, you are sure to experience all that the Great Barrier Reef has to offer.

These following experiences are included in some of our My Queensland holiday packages. You can also speak to a My Queensland consultant about adding one to your Tropical North Queensland Package today!

QUICKSILVER CRUISES, PORT DOUGLAS

Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef to Agincourt Reef

For your experience of a lifetime, Quicksilver’s wave-piercing catamaran and friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia’s Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance.

Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience firsthand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef.

Departing Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877

Please contact Quicksilver Cruises at least 24 hours prior to departure on 07 4087 2100 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes Transfers: Transfers are included per your booking confirmation. Pick up is from your hotel location – please advise when booking.

Includes: Morning and afternoon teas on board, reef presentation by marine biologist, hot and cold tropical buffet lunch, and all snorkelling equipment provided, qualified snorkelling safety officers on hand, underwater observatory fish & coral viewing, coral viewing by semi-submersible vessels & fish feeding is conducted by crew. Includes Return Hotel Transfers.

Excludes: Introductory and Certified Scuba Diving, Ocean walker Helmet Diving, Guided Snorkel Tour with a marine biologist & Scenic helicopter flights.

Please note:

• An Environmental Management Charge (‘EMC’) of $6.50 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included your tour.
• A fuel surcharge may be applicable and in such cases is payable direct by passengers to Quicksilver on the day of travel.
• Vessels are subject to change at any time without notice.

Wavedancer Low Isles

A secluded tropical paradise set like a jewel in the Great Barrier Reef, Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island – a tropical island paradise. Combined with the romance of sailing aboard Quicksilver’s luxury 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, this is the perfect day for families and couples seeking island relaxation.

Departing Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877 

Please contact Quicksilver Cruises at least 24 hours prior to departure on 07 4087 2100 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes Transfers: Transfers are included per your booking confirmation. Pick up is from your hotel location – please advise when booking.

Includes: Return Wavedancer cruise from Port Douglas; Morning and afternoon teas on board; Reef presentation by marine biologist; Tropical smorgasbord lunch; Snorkelling mask, snorkel & fins provided; Qualified Lifeguard on hand; Glass bottom boat coral viewing; Guided snorkelling trips with Marine Biologist; Marine Biologist guided beach walk; Lycra swimming suits. An Environmental Management Charge of $6.50 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in your tour.

Poseidon

Designed for personalised dive and snorkel adventures, Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises departs daily from Port Douglas to visit 3 different and unique reef environments. Our range of over 30 spectacular and exclusive reef sites at the Agincourt ribbon reefs and Escape Reef, enables us to offer some of the very best day boat diving.

Departing Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877

Please contact Quicksilver Cruises at least 24 hours prior to departure on 07 4087 2100 to reconfirm your booking.

 Includes Transfers: Transfers are included per your booking confirmation. Pick up is from your hotel location – please advise when booking.

 Includes: Morning and afternoon teas on board, reef interpretation talk, tropical buffet lunch, and all snorkelling equipment provided (mask, snorkel & fins) as well as lycra suits and floatation devices.

 Optional Activities: Certified Dive & Cruise, please contact Quicksilver on (07) 4087 2100 to arrange this and make payment directly.

 Excludes: Introductory and Certified Scuba Diving, Ocean walker Helmet Diving, Guided Snorkel Tour with a marine biologist & Scenic helicopter flights

Please Note:

• This cruise does not disembark the vessel onto a Pontoon, passengers are either in the water or on the vessel. This may not be suitable for children/infants and is a slightly more advanced than our standard Quicksilver Reef Cruise.
• An Environmental Management Charge (‘EMC’) of $6.50 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in your tour.
• A fuel surcharge may be applicable and in such cases is payable direct by passengers to Quicksilver on the day of travel.
• Vessels are subject to change at any time without notice.

10 Minute Scenic Flight (from Quicksilver Pontoon)

See the expanse of the Great Barrier Reef from the air with a Nautilus Aviation Helicopter scenic flight. Departing from a heli-pad moored at Agincourt Reef, close to the Quicksilver platform, a 10 minute scenic helicopter flight is a must to see a different and spectacular perspective of the jewel-like ribbon reefs. Experience the scope and majesty of the Outer Reef.

Taking you up to 150 metres [500ft], see opal blue reef lagoons, vast coral formations, marine life and the fantastic patterns that are at the reef’s outer edge. Be sure to bring your camera along to capture your own postcard-perfect photos.

Please contact Quicksilver Cruises at least 24 hours prior to departure on 07 4087 2100 to reconfirm your booking.

Operates from the Quicksilver Pontoon on days the Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef to Agincourt Reef cruise is operating.

Terms & Conditions:

• Passenger Weight: Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload of 110kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight and balance, passengers exceeding 110kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of the ticket price and payable to Nautilus Aviation on the day of travel.
• A minimum of 2 passengers per aircraft required for Scenic Flights.
• Child Rate: One (1) infant under their 3rd birthday may travel free of charge if seated on a guardian’s lap. Maximum one infant per helicopter as per CASA regulations. Child 3 years and above pay full fare.

GREAT ADVENTURES, CAIRNS:

Great Adventures – Outer Reef Cruise

The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise to our multi-level reef activity platform. Situated on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, our spacious platform features undercover seating and tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers, sundeck, and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform. Children 4-14 years, prices as shown, 3 years and under free of charge.

Departing Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes: Morning & afternoon teas, 3 hours at Outer Barrier Reef platform, snorkelling equipment, hot & cold buffet lunch, eco reef talk, semi-submersible coral viewing, underwater observatory. An Environmental Management Charge of $6.50 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in your tour.

Excludes: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

Green Island Discovery

The Green Island Discovery Tour offers the best value package for exploring this unique Great Barrier Reef destination. With snorkel equipment, glass bottom boat tour and up to 7 hours on the island, a day of exploring is instore for you.

Departing Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes: Return boat transfers on board Great Adventures; Up to 7 hours on Green Island; Self-Guided Eco Island Walk; Use of day facilities (toilets, showers, pool etc); Morning tea and coffee; Snorkel equipment hire; Glass bottom boat tour; Great Adventures beach bag.

Excludes: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

Travel time to the island is approximately 45 minutes.

Green Island Eco Tour

The Green Island Eco Adventure provides ferry travel to and from the island, and your choice of snorkel hire or a glass bottom boat tour. With up to 7 hours to explore the island’s rainforest and surrounding reef, it’s a great way to experience one of the most unique locations of the Great Barrier Reef.

Departing Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

 Includes: Return boat transfers on board Great Adventures; Up to 7 hours on Green Island; Self-Guided Eco Island Walk; Use of day facilities (toilets, showers, pool etc); Morning tea and coffee; Snorkel equipment hire OR Glass Bottom Boat tour

Optional extras include: Introductory scuba diving, Certified scuba diving, Boat snorkel trip, Scenic helicopter flights, Wetsuit, optical mask and lycra suit hire, beach hire (Parasailing, canoes, windsurfers, beach chairs), Marineland Melanesia, Oiled Massage Salon at Green Island Resort.

Lunch & Refreshment Choices: Choose from a range of affordable meal and snack options from the Island’s restaurant and food outlets, Enjoy a burger from the Canopy Grill or buffet at Green’s Buffet, ice-cream and snacks from lite bites or even dine at Green Island resort’s Emeralds Restaurant. Emeralds and reflections pool bar are fully licenced.

Excludes: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

Travel time to the island is approximately 45 minutes.

Island & Reef Adventure

The complete reef and island experience awaits with this exciting day tour as you cruise in air-conditioned comfort to tropical Green Island and the spectacular outer reaches of the Great Barrier Reef.

A fast 45minute catamaran ride will take you to beautiful Green Island, a 6000 year old coral cay, to enjoy two hours on this unique reef and rainforest destination. The adventure continues onto Great Adventures’ spacious multi-level reef activity platform moored on the majestic Outer Great Barrier Reef.

Departing Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870 

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes: Return fast catamaran cruise to Green Island and Great Barrier Reef; Morning & afternoon tea; Two (2) hours on Green Island including use of island swimming pool; Three (3) hours at Outer Reef platform; Snorkelling equipment provided at Green Island and Great Barrier Reef platform (fins, mask & snorkel); Hot and cold buffet lunch, including prawns; Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour with commentary; Underwater Observatory at the platform and Eco Reef Talk; Use of buoyancy vests and lycra suits at the platform;

What to Bring: Hat, towel, sun block, camera, swimming costume and cash or credit card for souvenirs or optional activities.

Excludes: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

Silverswift

Silverswift is ready to whisk you away to three spectacular Outer Great Barrier Reef sites at Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs. Custom-built for snorkelling and diving adventures, enjoy 5 hours of aquatic fun for unlimited snorkelling, up to 3 certified dives and introductory diving (at an additional cost). With a state-of-the-art ride control system, change rooms, hot freshwater shower, air conditioned lounges and a licensed bar, you’ll be travelling in comfort and style.

Departing Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

Includes: Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns; Morning and afternoon teas; Hot and cold tropical smorgasbord lunch; Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and instruction provided. Snorkel brief at each site; Guided Snorkel Tour; Qualified lifeguards on hand; Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuits. All dives are guided; Lycra suits provided; Prescription masks available at no extra cost.

What to bring: Camera, Swimming costume and towel, hat, sunscreen, cash for drink at the bar, credit card for shopping and additional dives. Wetsuits and underwater camera are available for hire onboard.

Excludes: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

One-Way 25-minute Scenic Helicopter Flight to or from the Outer Reef

Enjoy spectacular views of the Great Barrier Reef. Sit back, relax and enjoy this safe and exhilarating bird’s eye view of the reef. Nautilus Aviation are one of the leaders in heli-tourism with an exceptional track record of customer satisfaction and safety.

The scenic flight is a great way to discover the sheer magnitude and beauty of one of the world’s most fascinating natural wonders.

Please contact Great Adventures at least 24 hours prior to departure on (07) 4044 9944 to reconfirm your booking.

Operates on days the Outer Barrier Reef cruise is operating.

Passenger Weights: Individual passenger body weights MUST be advised at time of booking, as well as the weights of any accompanying carryon luggage. Wight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee. Maximum single seat payload is 130kg. For passenger comfort and aircraft weight balance, passengers exceeding 130kg are required to purchase an additional seat at 50% of the ticket price – payable direct to Nautilus Aviation on the day of travel.

Minimum Passengers: A minimum of 2 passengers per aircraft are required for Scenic Flights to operate.

Child Rate: Infants UNDER the age of three (3) years old may travel free of charge if seated on a guardian’s lap. Maximum one (1) infant per helicopter as per CASA regulations.

EMC: $7.00 per person Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is included.