Silverswift to the Outer Barrier Reef from Cairns
Itinerary
(Ttimes may vary subject to sites visited)
From 7:30am Check-in at the Silverswift count inside the Reef Fleet terminal for your boarding passes.
8:00am Vessel boarding. Complimentary morning tea/breakfast served.
8:30am Depart Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal for the Outer Reef. On the outward journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin.
9:50am Arrive at first reef location. Divers gear up, while snorkellers’ site briefing begins. Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder!
11:15am Silverswift departs for second reef location. Option for introductory divers and certified divers to do a second dive. Snorkellers site briefing.
12:30pm Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air conditioned cabin.
1:40pm Silverswift departs for third reef location. Snorkellers are once again briefed as to the best areas to snorkel and Guided Snorkel Tour. Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive.
2:15pm Afternoon tea served
3:00pm All passengers board vessel for final passenger count
3:15pm Silverswift commences return journey to Cairns.
4:30pm Silverswift arrives at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
4:55pm Coaches depart for accommodation
included with
• Return Silverswift cruise
• Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit
• Lycra suits included
• Snorkel brief at each site
• Reef Discovery guided snorkel tour (3rd site)
• Reef Interpretation
• Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
• Morning tea including focaccias and muffin cakes on boarding
• Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch
• Afternoon tea cakes, cheese & biscuits
• Qualified lifeguard supervision
• Prescription masks available at no additional cost
• Hot freshwater showers
excluded by
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: Introductory Scuba Diving., Certified Scuba Diving., Wetsuits available for hire onboard for snorkelers
Essential
Information
What to bring
A sense of adventure!
Swimwear and towel, sunglasses.
Hat and shirt for sun protection. We recommend marine friendly sunscreen.
Certification card for certified divers.
Camera. *Drones are not permitted.
Cash or credit card for additional dives or drinks at the bar.
Drink container for the onboard water fountain.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Introductory Scuba Diving.
Certified Scuba Diving.
Wetsuits available for hire onboard for snorkellers
Detailed Description
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 or snorkel adventure of a lifetime!
Dive 3 Sites In One Day
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, Pellowe, 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.
Dive and Snorkel Adventure of a Lifetime!
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!
Snorkellers
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 complete safety.
Certified Divers
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.
Introductory Divers
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
