Departing Daily from Cairns; Silverswift is ready to whisk you away for a day of fun and adventure on the Great Barrier Reef. This is an active day all about being in the water for your dive or snorkel adventure of a lifetime!
Snorkelling & Cruise
All equipment Included
Morning & Afternoon teas, Tropical buffet lunch
All taxes and levies are included in the total price. Prices valid to 31 March 2027.
EMC: A government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of $8.5 per person applies to all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This fee is included in the fare price.
Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns
Morning and afternoon teas
Hot & cold tropical buffet lunch
Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and instructions provided
Snorkel brief at each site
Guided snorkel tour
Qualified lifeguard supervision
Afternoon tea cakes, cheese & biscuits
Reef Discovery guided snorkel tour (3rd site)
Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuits. All dives are guided
Lycra suits provided
Prescription masks available (limited range, please enquire)
Scuba Diving Conditions
- Certain medical conditions (diabetes, asthma etc.) and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
- Please see our Dive Safety Page for more information.
- Minimum age for diving is 12 years.
- Flying after diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended by preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
- Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Introductory Scuba Diving
Certified Scuba Diving
Wetsuits available for hire on board for snorkellers
Scuba Diving Conditions
- Certain medical conditions (diabetes, asthma etc.) and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
- Please see our Dive Safety Page for more information.
- Minimum age for diving is 12 years.
- Flying after diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended by preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
- Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Swimming Costume & Beach Towel
Hat, sunscreen (marine friendly) & shirt for sun protection
Camera. Please note drones are not permitted. Underwater cameras are available to hire.
Cash for drinks at the bar
Credit card for shopping and additional dives
Proof of certification for certified divers
You will have the opportunity to explore spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens awash with vibrantly coloured marine creatures as you visit three different outer reef sites at Flynn, Pellow, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs. Locations vary with the day's diving and snorkelling conditions, however each site is chosen for visual impact, and ecological diversity.
5 Hours on the Reef
Returns to Cairns at 4:30pm
Experience more - Visit 3 different Outer Great Barrier Reef sites
A day with Silverswift is all about being in the water and experiencing the magical underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. It's exciting, exotic and breathtaking! With our exclusive permits and remote sites, you'll be able to dive and snorkel 3 uniquely different and ecologically diverse sites, each chosen to suit the day's conditions. In between water activities, relax on the sundecks, or in the air-conditioned lounges, and of course, enjoy a delicious lunch for hungry adventurers!
Enjoy unlimited adventure snorkelling with a guided snorkel tour included. Snorkel briefs at each reef site and lifeguard snorkel officers supervising, you’ll be able to explore the underwater delights in safety.
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As a certified diver, you can enjoy up to three spectacular dives, experiencing three different Great Barrier Reef environments. All dives are guided to maximise your experience.
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So you’d like to take the plunge! With an Introductory Dive, no previous experience is necessary and you’ll be able to experience the excitement of scuba diving whilst under very close supervision of an instructor.
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Sleek, smooth and sun-kissed, with Silverswift you'll travel in comfort and style - the perfect base for an inspirational day of exciting aqua-tivities.
As pioneers of Great Barrier Reef cruising, Quicksilver has infused over 40 years of experience into designing these exceptional sisterships producing the perfect balance of comfort, style and function. Silverswift and Silversonic are modern, spacious 29 metre high speed catamarans, custom-designed to help you get the best out of your day.
State-of-the-art computerised ride control systems mean a smoother ride to the reef.
Hydraulic platforms for easy water access.
Change rooms and hot freshwater showers.
Spacious sundecks, air conditioned lounge areas and a licensed bar.
The latest dive and snorkel equipment.
Cruising at speed, we spend less time getting there which means more time at the reef for you.
For the comfort of all, Silverswift and Silversonic are non-smoking vessels.
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