Tour Information
Embark on a Port Douglas diving adventure and try an introductory dive with our professional PADI dive instructors to view the underwater world like never before.
For the experienced divers (certified), join our PADI dive masters as they show you sheer walls of corals, caves and possibly drift dive (if conditions permit).
For snorkellers, there is plenty to explore from the surface and guided tours are available.
What is the itinerary
Time TBC – Optional pick up from Port Douglas accommodation at additional fee
8:20am – Check-in & Boarding at the Calypso Vessel at the Crystalbrook Marina in Port Douglas
8:45am – Departure for 1.5 hour trip to the Outer Reef
10:20am – Arrival at first site for free snorkeling time and morning tea
11:50am – Arrival at second site for free snorkeling time and a tropical lunch
1:50pm – Arrival at third site for free snorkeling time and afternoon tea
3:10pm – Depart for the return trip to Port Douglas
4:30pm – Arrival back at the Crystalbrook Marina in Port Douglas
What is included in the tour price
- Explore up to 3 outer reef sites
- Luxury large catamaran
- Latest dive equipment
- Up to 3 dives daily
- Guided snorkel tours
- Intro & Certified Diving start from $75
- All snorkel gear including lycra suits included
- Morning & Afternoon Tea included
- Lunch included
- Interpretive Reef Talk
- Children under 12 not permitted to dive
- Diving is an additional cost from $75
Optional pick up from Port Douglas accommodation at an additional $10 per person
What we love about this tour
- Snorkel and Diving options
- Great fun for the whole family (infants welcome)
- You get to explore 3 different reef sites
- Large comforatble boat with lots of space for everyone
What to bring
- Swimmers and a towel
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and shirt for sun protection
- Change of clotes (there is a fresh water shower on board)
- Credit cards for purchases on board (no cash)
About the Operator
Calypso Reef Cruises is owned by Experience Co, an Australian owned company specialising in adventure and leisure tourism. Experience Co provides experiences across Australia and New Zealand.
Calypso Reef Cruises is dedicated to ensuring that it provides its customers with the best value, most enjoyable Great Barrier Reef tours in Australia. To achieve this, management and staff are dedicated to excellence in operational management, safety standards and customer service.
We pride ourselves on the levels of professionalism and friendliness that our staff delivers on a continual basis. For our visitors to the Great Barrier Reef, we create an unforgettable experience that has minimal impact to the reef environment, is educational and relaxing whilst in a safe and friendly environment.
Pricing
- Adult $299 (Off-Peak) $310 (Peak)
- Child (4-14) $189 (Off-Peak) $199 (Peak)
- Infant (0-3) FREE
- Family (2 adults & 2 kids) $787 (Off-Peak) $819 (Peak)
Intro Dives (additional fee)
- 1 Dive Adult & Child (12-14) $99
- 2 Dives Adult & Child (12-14) $178
- 3 Dives Adult & Child (12-14) $237
Certified Dives (additional fee)
- 1 Dive Adult & Child (12-14) $79
- 2 Dives Adult & Child (12-14) $100
- 3 Dives Adult & Child (12-14) $120
Peak season 1st Apr – 26th Apr 24 | 22nd Jun – 11th Oct 24 | 21st Dec 24 – 17th Jan 25
Off peak 27th Apr – 21st Jun 24 | 12th Oct – 20th Dec 24| 18th Jan – 31st Mar 25
Please note On days with low passenger numbers or unsuitable weather conditions, it may be necessary to move people between Snorkel Only and Snorkel & Dive. On the rare occasions that this occurs they will pick the tour and locations that will provide the best possible outer reef experience. It may not be possible to provide notice prior to travelling.
Pre booked activity Introductory diving is $99 per person only if pre booked, if booked on the day of travel the price is $119.
Important information for diving If you have booked diving or are thinking of diving you MUST visit https://calypsoreefcruises.com/medical to read the medical advice before you travel with us.
Some medical conditions and medications may prevent you from diving without a Queensland Dive Medical.
