Ocean Freedom : Luxe snorkel- en duikcruise bij het Great Barrier Reef
Beschrijving
Geniet van de meest gastgerichte Great Barrier Reef tour aan boord van een snel reizende stijlvolle en comfortabele catamaran vanuit Cairns! Een "barefoot luxury" snorkel- en duikervaring, waarbij je 2 zeer verschillende en unieke Great Barrier Reef Sites bezoekt. "Wonder Wall" aan de buitenrand Upolu Reef en Upolu Cay rif gebied - een aquarium stijl koraaltuin met de mooiste helderblauwe azuurblauwe wateren. Breng zes uur (meer dan elke andere riftour) door om te snorkelen of te duiken (zie opties hieronder) in deze zeer beschermde gebieden van Green Zone Marine Park. Absoluut geen haast op de dag. Geniet van gratis Glass - Bottom Boat-tour (afhankelijk van de zeeomstandigheden) en Adventure Drift Snorkel-tours met uw mariene natuuronderzoeker aan boord. Deze cruise is beperkt tot 75 gasten, wat zorgt voor een hoogwaardige klantenservice en passagierscomfort.
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Na het inchecken aan boord van het schip, pak je een kopje koffie, een Deens gebak, vers fruit en installeer je je. Na iets meer dan een uur komen we aan bij onze eerste Great Barrier Reef bestemming - de prachtige "Wonder Wall" aan de buitenrand van Upolu rif. Snorkel, SCUBA (extra) deze prachtige Great Barrier Reef site samen met vissen en zeeleven. Ervaar een informatieve gratis Glass Bottom Boat & Adventure Drift Snorkel tour met onze zeer attente gidsen. Na een ochtend vol activiteiten genieten we van een grote heerlijke lunch terwijl we naar Upolu Cay varen. Snorkel deze "koraaltuin" tropische oase - kijk uit voor schildpadden en pijlstaartroggen! Als de omstandigheden het toelaten kun je zelfs landen op deze glinsterende witte koraal Cay! Geniet van zes uur snorkelen, ontspannen tussen deze 2 unieke verschillende riflocaties. Na een magische dag keren we terug naar Cairns met vers fruit, kaas en crackers en cake die rond 16.15 uur weer in Cairns aankomen. We zijn blij dat u nu deel uitmaakt van onze steeds groeiende Ocean Freedom-familie!
Onze zeegidsen zullen u boeien op een rif en het ontdekken van het onderwaterleven tijdens een zeer informatieve en boeiende Adventure Snorkel Tour en Glass Bottom Boat Tour op onze twee unieke Upolu Reef-locaties - "Wonder Wall" aan de Outer Edge Upolu Reef en ons "Aquarium " Coral Garden Reef-site tussen de prachtige ondiepe, azuurblauwe wateren van Upolu Cay Reef. Deze locaties bevinden zich in zeer beschermde zones van Marine Park waar vissen niet is toegestaan, vandaar de overvloed aan vis en zeeleven. Kom en vind je favoriete Hollywood Nemo-personage! Met 6 uur echte ongehaaste riftijd heb je genoeg tijd om beide gratis activiteiten te doen en jezelf verder te verkennen onder begeleiding van onze attente bemanning!
Ocean Freedom reist naar twee Great Barrier Reef-locaties - "Wonder Wall" aan de buitenrand van het Upolu-rif (een werkelijk prachtige snorkel- en duiklocatie) en Upolu Cay Reef - een prachtige ondiepe turquoise koraaltuin. De site van Upolu Cay is werkelijk schitterend - stel je een koraaltuinrif voor met veel kleurrijke rifvissen die in en uit het staghornkoraal schieten terwijl je snorkelt in deze kristalheldere ondiepe wateren rond Upolu Cay. Kijk uit voor schildpadden die naar de oppervlakte komen voor een frisse neus, pijlstaartroggen die gretig de bodem afspeuren naar voedsel. Soms kun je dij diep op de Cay in het midden van de oceaan staan, andere dagen kunnen we landen op deze glinsterende witte prachtige koraalcay - elke dag een klein mysterie van de natuur, maar altijd hebben we de prachtige turquoise wateren om in en rond deze te snorkelen prachtig gebied van het Great Barrier Reef. Zorg ervoor dat je je camera bij de hand hebt voor deze werkelijk pittoreske plek!
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Belangrijke informatie
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Maximaal 75 personen zorgen voor een unieke en persoonlijke ervaring
- De volgorde waarin de snorkel- en duikplekken worden bezocht, kan veranderen omdat deze afhankelijk is van de omstandigheden op de dag
- Gasten komen uit vele landen en velen hebben slechts een kleine kans om het rif te bezoeken. Het schip zal onder alle weersomstandigheden opereren (behalve stormkracht en waarschuwingen voor zwaar weer) en heeft extra procedures om de dag zo goed mogelijk te maken. Als u zich zorgen maakt over het weer, bezoek dan www.bom.gov.au cairns kustbericht - het zal u een 4-daagse voorspelling geven.10 - 20 knopen is een normale goede dag. Datum van de reis kan worden gewijzigd onder voorbehoud van beschikbaarheid en ook volledige terugbetaling bij annulering met een minimum van 24 uur van tevoren. Onze schepen zijn open lucht met een goede beweging van de boot, dus minder kans op zeeziekte dan sommige andere gesloten schepen, maar als ze vatbaar zijn voor reisziekte raden we aan om 20 minuten voor het aan boord gaan van het schip reisziektetabletten in te nemen.
- De werking van de Glass-Bottom Boat Tour is afhankelijk van de weersomstandigheden en mag niet op ruwe zee opereren.
- Als u van plan bent om deel te nemen aan het duiken, zullen alle duikers (of het nu gecertificeerde of introducerende duikers zijn) een medische duikvragenlijst aan boord moeten invullen. Als duiken een belangrijke optie voor je is, informeer dan als je medische problemen hebt (in het verleden of heden) of medicijnen neemt, zodat we kunnen adviseren of een QLD-duikmedische verklaring vereist is voor de dag van reis . Sommige medische aandoeningen en medicatie kunnen je beletten om te duiken. Voor uw veiligheid is het noodzakelijk dat u de vragen op het formulier naar waarheid beantwoordt.
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Great enjoyed every minute of diving and thr hospiitality - look forward to come again thank you a lot
We had an awesome time out on the reef today. The crew were super friendly, knowledgeable and capable. The small number of people on the boat made the experience more enjoyable as there weren’t heaps of people tussling for space on the boat or whilst snorkeling. The food served for lunch and snacks was also wonderful. Overall this was an excellent experience and definitely the money.
Hi Brooke, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased you had an awesome day on the reef and enjoyed our friendly crew, smaller group experience, and the food onboard. It's fantastic to hear these all helped make your day so memorable. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back the next time you're in Cairns!
Such a wonderful day out on the reef! First and foremost, the boat is staffed with the kindest, friendliest, most knowledgeable team. They go above and beyond to make sure each person is having a great time. Check-in was simple and we boarded the ship according to the time in the instructions and then we set off for the Great Barrier Reef. When we got to the first stop, the weather was cooperating enough that we were able to board a small glass-bottom boat and see the reef while dry. Then we had plenty of time to snorkel at the first site. They have all of the equipment you need (wetsuits, masks, etc.) and the staff makes sure everything is working/fits/is cleaned/defogged. Then everyone enjoyed lunch while en route to the next site, which was a short distance away. We also had lots of time at this snorkel site and then headed back to the dock. In general, there are convenient cubbies for your belongings, two restrooms, and water/coffee available the entire trip. Helpful hint: some of the staff get in the water with you to point out fish and for the guests’ comfort and safety. Stay near their life rings to better hear the information they share about the fish, coral, and reef ecosystem. Overall, my family will go on this experience with this team again the next time we’re in Cairns. Loved it!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family had such an enjoyable day exploring the Great Barrier Reef with us. It means a lot to know that our crew made such a positive impression. We pride ourselves on providing friendly, knowledgeable service and creating a safe, memorable experience for every guest, so your kind words will be shared with the entire team. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we're honoured that you'd choose to join us again when you're next in Cairns. We can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable day on the reef!
The crew members were all very friendly and knowledgeable making you feel very safe and excited to enter their boat and to explore the waters with them. The scuba diving is beginner friendly and quite an extraordinary experience! We felt very welcomed on the ship and we highly recommend people use this company to explore the Great Barrier Reef
Hi Jason, thank you for the 5 star review! Our crew always make the effort to take good care of our guests. Regardless if its their 1st time swimming or their 1000th time, we take pride in knowing our you had a great day on the Great Barrier Reef with us! Thank you for sharing and we hope to have you travel with us again soon!
First time scuba diving. Did two introductory dive and saw turtles and sting rays. Great food on board as well. Crew were amazing in making us feel comfortable. Recommend to always take sea sick pills.
Hi Bahri, thank you for taking the time out of your day to write a positive review. We love hearing that you enjoyed your time with us and got to see some vibrant wildlife on your dive. Don't be a stranger, we would love to have you travel with us again soon!
Excellent experience. Had a great time snorkeling over the reefs. Saw a turtle, a Shark and many fishes. The glass bottom tour was good.
Hello Surya! Thank you so much for your generous review, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We are so happy to hear that you were able to experience some of the beautiful marine life within the Great Barrier Reef. We hope to have you on another adventure with us if you are ever back in Cairns!
This was an outstanding day, full of amazing experiences. The crew were so skilled and knowledgeable and made everyone feel super comfortable. They were totally on top of all safety aspects, but in a very calm and relaxed way. And snorkelling the reef, seeing all the beautiful marine life, was better than I dreamed it would be. Couldn't have wished for a better experience. Thanks to the whole team.
Hello Kylie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your day aboard Ocean Freedom exceeded your expectations and that snorkelling the reef was everything you had hoped for and more. The Great Barrier Reef is an incredible place, and there's nothing better than seeing guests experience its beauty and amazing marine life for the first time. It's also fantastic to know that our crew helped you feel comfortable and well looked after throughout the day. Safety is always our top priority, so we're pleased that our team's professionalism and calm approach helped you relax and fully enjoy the experience. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to spend your day with us. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the crew, who will be thrilled to hear they helped create such a memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back on board again someday!
We had such an amazing day with Ocean Freedom. The staff were genuinely so friendly and made the whole experience even better. Nothing ever felt rushed, and they went out of their way to make sure everyone was having a great time. The views were absolutely beautiful and being out on the reef was unforgettable. You can really tell the crew love what they do and care about giving everyone the best experience possible. If you're visiting Cairns, I couldn't recommend Ocean Freedom enough. It ended up being one of the highlights of our trip and we'd happily do it all over again.
Hi Kaytlin, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Ocean Freedom during your visit to Cairns. We're delighted to hear that your day on the Great Barrier Reef was one of the highlights of your trip. Our crew takes great pride in creating a relaxed, enjoyable experience, so it's fantastic to know that their friendliness and genuine passion made such a positive impression. The reef is a truly special place, and we're thrilled you were able to enjoy its beauty while feeling well looked after throughout the day. Your kind words mean a lot to the entire team. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on board for another unforgettable reef adventure the next time you're in Cairns!
We had a fantastic day on Ocean Freedom. The crew were all really friendly and helpful and made sure that everyone was stocked up on anti-sickness tablets, as it was a choppy day. The snorkelling on the reef was fantastic and Tamara pointed out many interesting fish and sea-life to look at. It really felt like we had plenty of time to snorkel too, which was great. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Thank you for the kind review, Kirsty! We love to hear that our crew made your day so fantastic and will be sure to pass this onto Tamara especially as she will be ecstatic to hear that she could help you spot and experience the beautiful marine life. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to have you with us again if you are ever in Cairns.
I met Taryn at the end of 2023 at a travel event. I got in touch with her again in February 2024 regarding my trip. After a few emails back and forth, we've confirmed it in May. The service has been first class from the beginning to the actual experience in late August. We went to the service desk the day before to pay and the lovely Camille at the desk was so patient with my 100s of questions. I had another family booked on the same tour through Viator, and she made sure to put a note about their dietary requirement and prescription goggles for their son as well as for my daughter too. The check in and boarding was really easy and quick. Skipper Mike was fantastic. My special gratitude goes to the crew who looked after my daughter who was seasick, got her water, held her back and checked up on her. What I liked the most was that there was always someone keeping an eye on those who might need some extra support in the water. They made sure everyone who went into the water had a partner, regardless of their swimming ability. They also helped those who can't swim well to experience the Great Barrier Reef. My brother in law can't swim, but he went with a crew and spent so long in both locations and came back with a big smile on his face! However, I have to say, despite Molly's attempt to get me to see the reef failed massively. I was too scared and panicking to actually listen to her and follow her lead, and got back to the boat, which I regretted the minute I got back! I have to mention the food too. I was pleasantly surprised to see we had our vegetarian food kept in separate bowls with our names on them. Usually, places/tours like this, they would simply let us have whatever vegetarian options on the buffet and if we get to the buffet late, we may not have any left for us. But this way, they made sure we had something separate. I know this is a very late review, but the company & the team deserves this shout out even if it is this late.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind review! It is so lovely to hear your story on meeting Taryn and how you had a blast onboard Ocean Freedom! We love hearing these types of stories and it reminds us of how much we love the family and friends’ dynamic of our company. We are sorry to hear that your daughter got seasick on the day but glad to hear that you felt our crew cared for and supported your daughter and we hope she still had a good day on our vessel. It’s also so lovely to hear that our crew were able to get your brother-in-law into the water and make him feel comfortable enough to experience the reef and learn a little about the marine life! We understand that some people find the water more daunting than other and hope to have you onboard again with us in the near future where we can hopefully get past that fear! We are additionally thrilled to hear that you were pleased with the food offered through the day. We try and have our catering to offer a variety of different options so that there is always something for everyone as we understand that lots of swimming and the sun works up an appetite. Again, we really appreciate your thoughtful and detailed review as it really means a lot to us and hope that if you are ever in Cairns again, we will be able to have you onboard for another epic day!
