OceanQuest 2-Night Liveaboard

When just one day at the reef isn’t enough, an overnight trip from Cairns gives you all the time you need. Visit our colourful dive and snorkel sites during the day, and at night everything from the air conditioned cabins with en suites, lounge and bar, are designed for your comfort. Our three-deck, 35m catamaran is purpose built for a top class dive holiday, with a spacious dive deck, large open sundecks and hot, fresh water showers. All delicious meals are prepared by our onboard chef, including hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Enjoy a well-deserved dessert treat after your day in the water! Overnight (liveaboard) Great Barrier Reef trips from Cairns are truly a remarkable adventure. With more than 14 permanent moorings at Saxon and Norman reefs, and selected sites at Hastings Reef, snorkellers and divers of all levels can explore the reef and its diverse marine life from early morning to night. At night, relax in the lounge and bar. Or if you’re keen for more undersea adventures, try a unique night dive experience like Sharks in the Dark or Fluoro Diving to make your time on board our floating reef hotel truly unforgettable. An overnight experience is also the perfect time to complete or enhance your practical dive training at the outer Great Barrier Reef. With our expert dive instructors, you’ll be in the best possible hands. DURATION 3 Days / 2 Nights ITINERARY Day 1 - 7.30-8am: Pick up from your city accommodation (if booked) and check in at our dive centre on Draper Street, before transferring to the marina - 8.30am: Set off from Cairns Marina for the 90-minute trip to the Outer Barrier Reef. If departing on Wednesday, you’ll set off on board OceanQuest and settle into your cabin on the way. If departing Thursday or Friday, you’ll be on our day boat AquaQuest and select your equipment and receive in depth safety briefings along the way. - 10am: Arrive at the reef for your first snorkel or dive (AquaQuest only) - 12pm: Enjoy lunch while we move to our second dive and snorkel site (AquaQuest only) - 12:30pm: Second dive or snorkel opportunity (AquaQuest only) - 2.30pm: Transfer to OceanQuest and settle into your cabin (AquaQuest only) - 3.30pm: Third dive or snorkel session (Or first session if departing on Wednesday) - 6pm: Dinner is served! - 6.30pm: Gear up for one of our unique liveaboard dive experiences, or simply chill out on board - 8pm: Dessert is served - 10pm: Bar closes Day 2 - 7.30am: Breakfast is served - 8.30am: First dive and snorkel session - 10.30am: Second dive and snorkel session - 12.30pm: Lunch is served - 3.30pm: Third dive and snorkel session - 6pm: Dinner - 6.30pm: Briefing and night dive/sharks in the dark/fluoro dive - 8pm: Dessert - 10pm: Bar closes Day 3 - 7.30am: Breakfast - 8.30am: Dive/snorkel session - 10.30am: Dive/snorkel session - 12pm: Check out - 12.30pm: One final lunch before you board the transfer vessel for the trip back to Cairns - 3pm: Depart Outer Barrier Reef - 5pm (approx): Return to your accommodation EXTRAS PAID LOCALLY - Digital camera hire - Professional photos for purchase - Guided dives ($15 per dive) - Extra dives (subject to availability) - Nitrox fills - Introductory dive package - Fluoro Diving - PADI Nitrox Dive Course - Soft drinks, alcohol and snacks - Quality souvenirs