excurgo
DestinationsToursBlog
Excurgo earns a commission when you book through our links to Viator, at no extra cost to you.
Powered byViator
excurgo

Tours and experiences worldwide from Viator. Compare them here and book on Viator — no extra fees.

Company
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Partner With Us
Travellers
  • Support
  • Cancellation
  • FAQ
Explore
  • All Tours
  • Best Tours
  • Destinations
  • Things to Do
  • Tour Deals
  • Tour Price Index
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Partner With Us
  • Support
  • Cancellation
  • FAQ
  • All Tours
  • Best Tours
  • Destinations
  • Things to Do
  • Tour Deals
  • Tour Price Index
© 2026 Excurgo. Tour aggregator powered by Viator.
PrivacyTermsCookies
Tours/Cairns and the Tropical North/Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure

Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure

4.9(98)Cairns and the Tropical North7 hours
VIATOR5.0(31)TRIPADVISOR4.9(67)
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
+7 photos
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure

At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Price from
$184 / person
Location
Cairns and the Tropical North
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 98 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 27
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Reef Adventures
Meeting point
Look for the Reef Adventures flags at Cairns Marlin Marina on Finger B and staff will be waiting to greet you.

Description

Meet your crew at the Cairns Marlin Marina on Finger B and check in for your adventure. Once you are all checked in, board a fast vessel for an exhilarating trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the World heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef with a guided snorkel at 2 stunning locations chosen by our skipper for the best experience. Enjoy a small-group experience with quality snorkelling equipment, a snorkel guide, and flotation devices. Stay fuelled with lunch and snacks, and purchase drinks on board. Snorkel gear, a stinger suit, and flotation devices are included, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. - Snorkel at two locations on the Great Barrier Reef - All essential snorkelling equipment provided - Lunch and snacks included, with drinks available for purchase - Small group setting for a personalised experience

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 15–65)
$184
Child (ages 6–14)
$141

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.

Tour Options

Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure

What's included

Included
Guided Snorkel
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Please advise of any dietary requirements by 2pm the day prior to departure
Free GoPro Photos
Not included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Wetsuit (available to hire)
Prescription Mask (available to hire)
Hotel Transfers

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.9
98 reviews
5
94
4
3
3
0
2
0
1
1

How it compares in Cairns & the Tropical North

  • Rated higher than 83% of 141 reviewed tours in Cairns & the Tropical North
  • Starting price $184 is close to the typical $188 for tours of similar length in Cairns & the Tropical North

Excurgo comparison of 241 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Can you swim?
  • Have you snorkelled before?
  • Please let us know of any dietary requirements.
  • Not recommended for non swimmers
  • Not recommended for travellers with lung problems
  • Not suitable for guests under 6 or over 65 years.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure take?

Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure lasts about 7 hours.

How much does Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure cost?

Prices start at $184 per person for this Cairns and the Tropical North experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.

How much does Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure cost for children?

Children aged 6–14 pay from $141, adults from $184.

Can I cancel Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Look for the Reef Adventures flags at Cairns Marlin Marina on Finger B and staff will be waiting to greet you. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 27 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 98 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Reef Adventures.

Reviews(98)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

3
349lennil
September 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
National geography with own eyes

Was very enjoyable trip with great guides

B
blondeadventurer1
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Bucket list experience and great crew

A great experience with beautiful corals, fish and turtles! I liked that the tour had educational components as well as snorkelling. The crew were outgoing, fun but also professional and attentive to everyone. Music helped make the ride out to the reef and back go faster and the lunch was the best I ever had on any boat trip. Eleanor, Joelle and Lincoln were all great and all kind when I had a random unexpected wobble getting off the boat, and Eleanor had some great problem solving skills so I could still go in the second site, even when I offered to stay in the boat. Everything was relaxed so although it’s a lot of snorkelling, some people opted to stay in the boat on the second stint and you could go back on whenever you wanted, so everyone was catered for and felt safe. Recommend using the wet suit as it can get chilly, plus fantastic extra sun protection! And the photos are all included and you can get from a qr code within an hour, so super efficient and means I could leave the GoPro at home and just pay attention to the reef.

J
joeltR9791LO
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent snorkelling experience

Such a great experience, got to see many of the reef wildlife, including tropical fish, corals, and some turtles! Guides, Nadia, Dan, and Eleanor were very helpful and knowledgable. Despite the sea being a bit rough, we still had a great time, and a smaller crowd made it much better.

K
Kylie_B
September 15, 2026 · via Viator
Best day on the reef

Fantastic day on the reef, Matt, Jo and Joelle all looked after us so well. So knowledgeable, felt completely safe in the water. Saw the most amazing fish, coral and even a sea turtle. Well worth the trip, thank you so much.

7
769hannahn
September 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience with a superb crew - highly recommend!

An amazing trip! Highly recommend. The snorkelling was for over three hours and was great. The guides and staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. A special shout out and thank you to our guides Elenor, Joelle and Matt who led the day with such enthusiasm and energy. I would recommend getting wet suits when you check in as it can get chilly when in the water for a while and remember towels! The food and snacks were great and the fact that it was a smaller group really helped and added to the experience. Another added bonus was the underwater camera pictures that are taken and shared with you for free after the day. Thanks again so much all!

R
Rachelag2013
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome small group snorkel trip to the Great Barrier Reef

Such a great trip to the Great Barrier Reef today with a small group and great crew who were super professional, friendly and knowledgable. This is the best snorkel trip I have done to the reef over the years of coming to Auz and we saw so many beautiful fish. Magical. Thanks guys!

D
dawnhig
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The Best Day, cannot recommend highly enough 😊

The Great Barrier Reef is always going to be amazing, but this trip with Reef Adventures and our team of Joelle, Nadia and Lincoln was absolutely superb! The booking experience was great with good comms prior to the trip. We were greeted by Joelle (one of our snorkelling guides), to check in and sort wet suits; this was all really efficient and friendly. The boat, captained by Lincoln was comfortable and the snacks/lunch were excellent. The team of Joelle, Nadia and Lincoln were superb throughout, amazingly knowledgeable about the reef and imparted their knowledge with fun and enthusiasm, and Lincoln’s driving (of the boat) was brilliant. Having a small group (<27) made this experience personal, but especially with Lincoln’s tunes on the way out and guests’ choices on the way back 😂 was immense fun and we cannot recommend these guys enough! Thank you for the best day, Dawn & Mike (UK)

R
Robin_F
September 7, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent Company

This snorkel trip was by far the best of 3 I did. Small group. Special care to be sure we saw everything there was to see. Icing on the cake were the professional photos sent to me, as part of the package.

Q
Q2627BVcamillef
September 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Incredible experience

An absolutely incredible small-group snorkeling experience on the Great Barrier Reef! Joelle, Nadia, and Lincoln looked after us perfectly from start to finish, ensuring everyone felt safe and included during the swim. The smaller group size made the trip feel incredibly personal and special. Our guides were not only highly professional but also deeply knowledgeable and passionate about reef conservation. I cannot recommend this tour enough

T
Tutonehuff
September 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Snorkelling fun in the sun

A very fun experience. The crew: Matt, Joelle, and Ellanor, were lively and great fun playing good music and providing entertainment as well as a great snorkeling experience. The reef was fantastic, saw plenty of coral, fish and a sea turtle. Great day!

$184/ person
4.9(98)
Duration7 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
Check availability on Viator →
Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

No booking fees from Excurgo
Payment and confirmation are handled by Viator
Excurgo support

Excurgo earns a commission from Viator when you book through this link, at no extra cost to you.

Compare similar tours in Cairns and the Tropical North

  • Lowest price: Magaliesberg Canopy Tour — $55
  • Best rated: Magaliesberg Canopy Tour — 4.9 (1,179 reviews)
  • Shortest: Magaliesberg Canopy Tour — 2 hours
TourDurationRatingPrice
Great Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling AdventureGreat Barrier Reef Small Group Snorkelling Adventure7 hours 4.9 (98)$184
Magaliesberg Canopy TourMagaliesberg Canopy Tour2 hours 4.9 (1,179)$55View
Full Day Pilanesberg Safari AdventureFull Day Pilanesberg Safari Adventure6 hours 4.9 (173)$131View
3-Hour Scheduled Safari Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park3-Hour Scheduled Safari Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park3 hours 4.9 (136)$59View
3-Hour Private Game Drive of Pilanesberg National Park3-Hour Private Game Drive of Pilanesberg National Park3 hours 4.5 (75)$1,001View
3-Hour Private Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park3-Hour Private Game Drive in Pilanesberg National Park3 hours 5.0 (48)$408View
Half Day Lion and Safari Park TourHalf Day Lion and Safari Park Tour4 hours 4.7 (38)$120View
from$184
4.9(98) Free cancellation
Check availability