ABC Reef Safaris – Port Douglas
Experience the reef scuba diving and snorkelling off Port Douglas
About your day with ABC Snorkel Charters
The Snorkelling (No Diving Offered)
If you are looking for a very personalised service, and an extremely small grouped scuba diving and snorkel tour to many of the best Port Douglas’ Outer Great Barrier Reef sites then this is the trip for you. This is the ultimate blend of ocean adventure, luxury, nature, and award winning experience to explore the outer great barrier reef. A team of professional and knowledgable will accompany you on your underwater journey, providing insightful knowledge on marine life and ecosystem conservation. Experience the extraordinary beauty of marine life, all while enjoying the comforts of our modern vessel and distinguished service.
Trip Overview – Scuba Diving
Join this highly acclaimed, immersive, and eco-certified fully guided scuba diving and snorkelling adventure on the Great Barrier Reef, with a maximum of 12 passengers on board. You will taken to 2 secluded reef locations with highly experienced marine biologists, in groups of no more than six guests. Enjoy a tranquil and crowd-free day with up to four hours snorkelling at the reef. Independence is ABC Reef Safaris’ premium dive vessel, purpose-built for small groups and serious reef adventures. Spacious dive and snorkel deck. The dive boat combines functionality with comfort, featuring freshwater showers, bathrooms and ample room to unwind between dives.
Highlights
- Maximum – 12 Guests
- 1 Guide per 6 guests – Guided snorkelling all-day
- 2 certified dives, all dive gear and dive guide (ratio 1:5)
- Deli style lunch. Tea,Coffee and snacks between locations
- Eco-certified tour focused on conservation and
sustainability. - Unique locations away from any operators
What to Bring
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water Bottle
- Change of clothes
- Swimmers and towel
- Cash or Credit Card for bar and reef tax
Inclusions
- Private snorkelling on 2 exclusive reef locations away from any crowds
- A fun and passionate marine biologist crew
- Interpretative marine presentation and informal marine chats
- Instructions on snorkeling techniques and use of equipment
- Marine biologist guided snorkeling in small groups
- Quality Snorkel equipment and floatation devices
- Prescription masks
- Lycra suits (summer) and wetsuits (winter)
- Deli style lunch – Vegan/Vegetarian options
- Morning and afternoon tea, cakes, and cookies
Optional Extras
- GoPro Camera Hire – $75.00
- Reef Safe sunscreen
- Drinks from the bar (beer, wine, soft drinks)
A$590 Private Guide – Your own private guide for you and your group for the day. Great for divers really wanting that one on one experience and snorkelers that maybe hesitant swimmers.
Private Transfers Can Be Arranged
- Return within Port Douglas $12 Per Person
- Return Silky Oaks Port Douglas $75 Per Person
- Return Silky Oaks Port Douglas – Private $330 Up to 6 passengers
- Return Thala Beach Port Douglas $20 Per Person
- Return Thala Beach Port Douglas – Private $240 Up to 6 passengers
- Return Palm Cove Port Douglas $95 Per Person
- Return Palm Cove Port Douglas – Private $400 Up to 6 passengers
- Return Cairns Port Douglas – Private $550 Up to 12 passengers
Full Itinerary
- 7.45am: Check in at our Vessel Independence 1, Wharf.
Meet the captain and our marine biologists. Enjoy morning
tea/coffee and cookies. - 8.00am: Departure to the Great Barrier Reef locations of
the day; Morning and safety briefings while underway.
Participate in interpretive marine talks. Receive snorkeling
instructions. Get changed and ready for the snorkeling
adventure. - 10.00am: Explore the first reef location until 11.30pm.
Guided exploration with our marine biologists; Option to
explore independently. Learn about these pristine
environments in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. - 11.30am: Enjoy morning tea/coffee, fruit cake, and fruit
platter while moving to the next reef location. - 12.00pm: Explore the second reef location. Guided
exploration with our marine biologists; Option to explore
independently. Learn about these pristine environments in a
sustainable and eco-friendly manner. - 1.30pm: Departure to Port Douglas.
- 1.30pm: Enjoy a Deli style lunch roll and cake at your own
leisure. Alcoholic drinks (beer/wine) service made available
on return journey. Summary of the day’s wildlife encounters. - 3.00pm: Arrive at Port Douglas
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