Unforgettable Cairns GBR: Full-Day Reef Adventure!
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Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish. Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass bottom boat tours, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation, an enclosed ocean pool for kids and buffet lunch. The pontoon also features an upper sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. This is where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef! Dial up the adventure and add on optional extras like include Introductory or Certified diving, Seawalker Helmet dive, Guided Snorkel Tour or even a Scenic helicopter flight.
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aidenc787, 12/2/2025 9:22:04 AM
Did the Moore Reef tour today. The staff were attentive and professional. I learned a great deal about the reef in the glass bottom boat tour late in the day. Joelle and Toshi outdid themselves.
tamarial2025, 11/25/2025 9:48:59 PM
This was a wonderful day trip to the moore reef pontoon. The crew were friendly, attentive and knowledgeable The atmosphere if the tour was brilliant. One of the crew members, Sandy, helped out with our 3 year old daughter to have a snorkelling expierence. She went above and beyond to make the day special for our little girl. It was wonderful, I cant thank the crew enough for the amazing day we had.
Deepeka_S, 11/18/2025 4:22:58 PM
Great experience. Submersible activity was not available but we were informed when we went to collect tickets. They should have informed earlier when we were buying tickets I would have used a different provider.
Karen_H, 11/14/2025 3:37:44 AM
Great day on the pontoon, good food and fun. Snorkeling was great and all the equipment was perfect.
JuliaD1221, 11/12/2025 3:27:12 PM
Absolutely amazing trip from start to finish. The staff were friendly and informative. The food on the pontoon was delicious
Lorraine_M, 11/11/2025 4:08:13 AM
Very disappointed in the coral. Told the reef had recovered but it was very insipid compared to last time we saw it. Submersible was cancelled also
Pauline_H, 10/29/2025 10:59:07 PM
We had to wait too long in the hot sun with no shade to get on the boat. The journey was good and not too bumpy on the lowest deck. The snorkelling experience was very good but limited space to leave our things. The lunch was good. The glass bottom boat was excellent. Unfortunately the semi submersible was broken which was a shame.
Margaret_H, 10/24/2025 6:54:49 AM
Was very disappointed my niece was visiting from uk and I so wanted for her to see the the reef in the submarine. That wasn’t possible so never again.
Damian R, 10/12/2025 3:20:16 AM
Took my family on two full day tours with Sunlover . One to Fitzroy Island and one to Moore reef pontoon. Couldn't fault sunlover on either tours . Staff are fantastic. Lunch was plentiful and nice on both tours. Great snorkelling at both . The pontoon was fantastic. It has a water slide, semi submersible, and glass bottom boat. I recommend bringing reef shoes to Fitzroy Island as it's a coral beach.
Stay14085362368, 10/4/2025 5:22:15 PM
Simply brilliant day! The water on the reef was crystal clear and it’s perfect for a taste of what the GBR has to offer. We saw giant clams-amazing- a turtle, many fish and coral species. My older mum enjoyed the glass bottom boat and submersible tour. The staff and safety conservations are run superbly. Excellent lunch with salads, meat, fish, prawns, bread and fruit. Had fun walking to nudey beach on Fitzroy island.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12 years for SCUBA diving and Seawalker Helmet dive
- Please ensure you bring your dive certification for Certified SCUBA dives
- All dives are subject to an on board medical checklist, please contact us for more information.
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The Sunlover reservations desk is inside the Reef Fleet Terminal on the ground floor. All guests must check in and collect their boarding pass between 8:45 am and 9:45 am. (CHECK-IN CLOSES 09:45 - Late check-in may result in the tour being missed with no refund).Return details
Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to our Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish. Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass bottom boat tours, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, fish feeding presentation, an enclosed ocean pool for kids and buffet lunch. The pontoon also features an upper sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. This is where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef! Dial up the adventure and add on optional extras like include Introductory or Certified diving, Seawalker Helmet dive, Guided Snorkel Tour or even a Scenic helicopter flight.Redemption
Toll free number: 1800 810 512 or International number: (+61 7) 4050 1333 **PHOTO ID OF LEAD PASSENGER MUST BE PRESENTED AT CHECK-IN** CHECK IN Please reconfirm departure time and schedule 24 hrs prior with Sunlover (as seasonal departure times may apply) Check in opens 8:45am - 9.45am at the Sunlover Cruises counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal. **BOARDING PASS REQUIRED** prior heading to the vessel. Boarding commences 09:30 - non reserved seating. Passengers failing to present by close of check-in may miss the tour. (No refunds apply for missed tours). DIETARY REQUIREMENTS NUT ALLERGY - Please advise Sunlover at least 24 hours in advance for a separate meal to prepared by our caterer. Our standard buffet covers most other dietary requirements, a copy of menu can be found www.sunlover.com.au (FAQ Moore Reef) ADD ON AN EXTRA ACTIVITY? We are able to offer scuba diving (certified or introductory) plus guided snorkel tours and Seawalker helmet dives. We recommend booking early to avoid any disappointment of missing out! Contact our reservations team to see what we can do for you! *Medical conditions apply for participation in Seawalker & Diving activities. TRANSFERS Hotel pickup and drop-off is available at an additional cost from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels. If you require this service you must contact Sunlover Reef Cruises at least 24 Hours prior to your tour/activity date to verify your pick-up time and pick-up location & make payment for the service. An additional per person fee of AU$36 will be charged for pickup and drop-off at Cairns hotels or AU$51 from Northern Beaches hotels. *All transfers are conducted by Excellence Coaches independent of Sunlover Cruises.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund