Cairns Reef Tours — Compare Snorkel & Reef Day Trips
You don't need to dive to see the Great Barrier Reef — snorkel trips from Cairns visit the outer reef with clear water and vibrant coral. Pontoon platforms, glass-bottom boats and guided snorkel tours are all options. Compare every reef tour below with live pricing.
9 Reef Tours — Compare & Book
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Daintree Discover: Rainforest & Reef (2 Day)
Cairns, QLD
2-day combo — Daintree Rainforest on day one, Great Barrier Reef snorkelling on day two. Experience both of Cairns' UNESCO World Heritage sites in one incredible overnight adventure.
Daintree Discover: Rainforest, Reef & Ziplining (2 Day)
Cairns, QLD
The ultimate 2-day Cairns adventure — Daintree rainforest walks, canopy ziplining, Cape Tribulation, croc spotting, and Great Barrier Reef snorkelling. Two UNESCO sites, one unforgettable trip.
Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour
Cairns, QLD
Full-day snorkelling adventure on the outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with Passions of Paradise. Visit two pristine reef sites, spot turtles and tropical fish, and enjoy lunch on the water.
Full Day Outer Reef Tour (Family 2A/2C)
Cairns, QLD
Family-friendly Great Barrier Reef day out from Cairns. 2 adults and 2 children explore the outer reef together — snorkelling, marine life spotting, and memories to last a lifetime.
Full Day Outer Reef + 1 Certified Dive
Cairns, QLD
Full-day outer reef tour with one certified dive included. Snorkel and dive the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns — see coral gardens, reef sharks, turtles, and colourful tropical fish up close.
Full Day Outer Reef + 2 Certified Dives
Cairns, QLD
Full-day reef tour with two certified dives for experienced divers. Explore two different dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef — maximum underwater time on the world's largest reef system.
Full Day Outer Reef + Intro Dive
Cairns, QLD
Full-day Great Barrier Reef tour with an introductory dive — no experience needed. Professional dive instructors guide you underwater for your first reef dive alongside world-class snorkelling.
AquaQuest — Great Barrier Reef Day Trip
Cairns, QLD
Full-day Great Barrier Reef trip aboard AquaQuest from Cairns. Visit two outer reef sites with snorkelling, optional intro and certified dives. Includes buffet lunch, morning/afternoon tea, and all equipment.
SeaQuest — Day Trip to Outer Barrier Reef
Cairns, QLD
Full-day trip to the outer Great Barrier Reef aboard SeaQuest from Cairns. Snorkel pristine coral gardens, optional diving, and enjoy a buffet lunch on the water. Visit two reef sites.