Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas
Description
Explore the very outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style with Calypso. The custom designed vessel will take you to Agincourt or Opal Reef, both regarded as some of the most significant sites on the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkeling is the easiest way to experience the reef or try an introductory dive, no experience required. For the advanced divers, certified diving is available. Let Calypso take you to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef and explore the rich and diverse coral gardens.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Environmental Management Charge of $7.00 per person is included in the fare from 1st July 2023
- Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
- Additional dives may be booked and paid for on board (subject to availability). Maximum of three dives in a day.
- Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted to dive.
- Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If its raining on your day of travel, the tour will still go ahead. If Calypso cancels due to poor weather, mainly high winds, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Cancellation fees may apply if less than 24 hours notice is given prior to departure
Reviews(1,429)
Calypso Reef Cruises were fantastic! From the moment we stepped on board, the team were friendly, attentive and made sure everyone was properly fitted with the right gear before getting into the water. The atmosphere on board was relaxed and welcoming, which made the whole day feel easy and well looked after. The tour visits three different Outer Reef sites, giving you plenty of time to experience different parts of the reef throughout the day. Morning tea and a really great lunch are included. There’s also the option to purchase photos taken by the crew during your time in the water. It was a fantastic day out on the Great Barrier Reef and an experience we would highly recommend.
Irene, Pam, Miles as well as the and the entire group were outstanding. Pam and Miles did the instruction for the Introductory Dive, and lead our two groups for the actual Instructional Dive. One of the true highlights of our Australia trip.
Absolutely fantastic trip — I would 100% recommend it! We did a Discovery Dive with Pam, who was amazing. As first-time divers, she made us feel completely calm, safe, and at ease throughout the experience. Thanks to her guidance, we thoroughly enjoyed the dive and felt confident in the water. The trip was excellent value for money, and the crew worked incredibly hard to make sure everyone had a great experience. We had the best day and can't thank the team enough!
Me and my partner had an amazing snorkel trip with Calypso! We had 3 different snorkel sites with around an hour at each one. In between we were provided with drinks and snacks. The buffet style lunch was excellent. The tour was very informative and Kate- the marine biologist did and great job of explaining all about the Great Barrier Reef and its wildlife and was really helpful with the snorkelling aspects- even giving us a reef tour. The highlight was definitely seeing a Minke whale, it came right up to us as we were snorkelling! It was magnificent. What a day
Our experience with Calypso was absolutely incredible from start to finish. The entire boat crew was excellent, going above and beyond to look after everyone and constantly checking in to ensure we were comfortable and doing okay. We felt incredibly safe in the water the entire time, and they provided all the top-notch gear we needed for a seamless day. A huge highlight was having a dedicated marine biologist on board; it was fantastic to learn so much about the coral and the ecosystem, which added so much depth and context to what we were seeing underwater. It was a perfectly run, beautiful day on the water, and I cannot recommend this crew highly enough!
The tour was well-organized and we got to see 3 different areas of pristine coral reef during the day. Lots of fish and beautiful coral, even though it was a cloudy/windy day. The staff were friendly and helpful. The boat itself was a good setup - it had a wide back step for people to ready up their gear before gently immersing themselves in the water. I've done other tours where you're expected to jump off the boat, and this one is definitely not that, which is great! I loved the skipper that was on my boat on Monday, 5/25. She was a pleasant soul to chat with about anything and everything that was outdoors in the area.
A two-hour speedboat ride from Port Douglas. I went to Opal Court. I am very satisfied to have been taken to three very beautiful points in the open ocean. The weather on 5/1 was cloudy and it was cold just to wear a jellyfish-proof suit, so it might be best to have a thin, warm coat inside. By the way, there were no jellyfish!!! The tour staff were all very kind and we enjoyed snorkeling freely.
Snorkeling and Dive cruise - very helpful staff - stops were perfect. All equipment provided
Ideal experience on the outer reef, such a wonderful team on board. Can highly recommend. Not too crowded, and very relaxing.
Amazing experience with Calypso and the whole crew! We visited three different reef sites to see the corals, and we had a guided tour led by a marine biologist who was fantastic at explaining everything. She also helped me a lot when I felt a little nervous about swimming in the ocean. Thanks to her and the entire crew, I had an amazing experience. One of my friends did the scuba diving and had a great experience. He felt very safe and well supported by the guide, who explained everything clearly and made sure he was fully prepared before the dive. Definitely one of the best tours during my visit to Cairns! I would highly recommend it, especially if you’re someone who doesn’t feel very confident swimming in the ocean. The crew makes you feel safe and comfortable, so you can fully enjoy the experience without letting your fears hold you back.
