Mission Beach
Travelling the East Coast of North Queensland and planning a stop in Mission Beach located in the Cassowary Coast? You should! Mission Beach is one of the closest mainland departure points to the Outer Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Regular day trips depart from Clump Point Marina taking scuba divers and snorkellers to the pristine outer reef sites of Beaver Reef and Taylor Reef are just 60–90 minutes by boat.
Experience the Great Barrier Reef from Mission Beach booking a day trip designed around small groups, personalised service and rigorous safety standards. With a maximum of 12 guests, every diver or snorkeller receives genuine, hands-on guidance.
Day trip options suit all levels, from first-time snorkellers and Discover Scuba participants to full PADI courses. Certified divers and snorkellers can experience two-dive reef trips to protected Marine Park Green Zones rich in marine life. Expert instructors combine global experience with deep local knowledge and a genuine passion for this world-class reef.
Seasonal highlights include whale watching, coral spawning and night dives, plus private charters—ensuring something remarkable year-round, truly.
Highlights
Divers
Snorkellers
Departure Times – Exact departure time confirmed at booking — departures vary by trip and conditions.
Check In: Boat departs early morning from Clump Point Marina — before the shop opens.
Returns mid-afternoon – Back by 5.00pm
Reef Locations (Suitable for all levels of dive certifications and snorkelling)
Experience your first dive on the day reef trip AUD$379.00
Course is run over 3 -4 days (Small groups) AUD$849.00
eLearning for the theory (to be completed prior to starting your dive course)
2 x day trips to complete your required 4 Ocean Dives – Certification to 18 metres
Course is run over 2 -3 days (Small groups) AUD$849.00
Here you will complete five PADI speciality dives which will include (Deep Dive; Navigation Dive; Peak Performance Buoyancy; Boat Dive; Fish ID)
Certified to 30 Metres
Everything below is included in your price
We provide all diving and snorkelling equipment. Just bring your swimsuit, towel, reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, and a sense of adventure! If you have prescription lenses, let us know in advance and we can arrange suitable masks. If you have your own gear, you’re welcome to bring it.
There is no charge for passenger cancellations outside 48 hours or more notice. We offer free cancellation up to 48 hours before your scheduled trip. Cancellations within 48 hours may incur a fee. Weather‑related cancellations are always fully refundable — safety comes first.
A typical reef day trip runs approximately 6‑8 hours including travel time, briefings, and time on the reef. You’ll generally get two reef site visits with time for snorkelling and/or diving at each. We depart in the morning and return in the afternoon.
For snorkelling, there is no minimum age — it’s suitable for the whole family. For Discover Scuba Diving, participants must be at least 10 years old. For PADI Open Water certification, the minimum age is 10 for Junior Open Water and 15 for the full Open Water certification. All minors require parental or guardian consent. Medical Questionnaire is required to be completed by all participants to ensure you are fit to participate in scuba diving activities. If you are aware you are taking prescribed medications and have a medical condition then a dive certificate is required stating you are fit to perform scuba diving activities.
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