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Due to the current historic fuel costs, there is currently a fuel surcharge in place (temporarily) of $10 per person
Silverswift – Three Outer Reef Sites, One Epic Day
If you’re going to the reef, you may as well do it properly. That’s exactly what Silverswift delivers. Departing daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, this sleek 29m luxury catamaran takes up to 80 guests out to the Outer Great Barrier Reef—and gives you a full five hours to enjoy it.
Better yet, you won’t just visit one spot. Instead, during your 5 hours at the Outer Reef, you’ll explore three different reef sites, carefully chosen on the day for the best conditions, colour, and marine life. As a result, every trip feels fresh, varied, and packed with discovery.
Once you arrive, the day is yours.
So, whether you’re chasing adventure or simply floating above it all, there’s something here for every pace.
Common reef locations include:
Getting there is half the fun. Silverswift is built for speed, comfort, and space—so you can sit back and enjoy the ride.
Onboard, you’ll find:
Meanwhile, the crew keeps things easy with everything included—all snorkel and dive gear, plus morning tea, afternoon tea, and a generous buffet lunch. In other words, you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.
Your day starts with a simple check-in at 7:30 am at the Great Adventures desk, right at the Reef Fleet Terminal. From there, everything flows smoothly. Even better, coach transfers from Cairns and the Northern Beaches are available, making it easy to get there and back without the hassle.
From 7.30 am Check-in at the Silverswift Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal for your boarding passes.
8:15 am Vessel boarding. Complimentary morning tea/breakfast is served.
8:30 am Depart Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal for the Outer Reef.
On the outward journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin.
9:50 am Arrive at first Reef location
Divers gear up, while snorkellers’ site briefing begins.
Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder!
11:15 am Silverswift departs for the second reef location.
Option for introductory divers and certified divers to do a second dive.
Snorkellers site briefing.
12:30 am Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air-conditioned cabin.
1:40 pm Silverswift departs for the third reef location.
Snorkellers are once again briefed as to the best areas to snorkel.
Guided Snorkel Tour
Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive.
2:15 pm Afternoon tea served
3:00 pm All passengers board the vessel for the final passenger count
3:15 pm Silverswift commences return journey to Cairns
4:30 pm Silverswift arrives at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
4:55 pm Coaches depart for accommodation
Prices are valid until March 31st 2027
For guests staying in Cairns or the Northern Beaches, a coach transfer is available for $36 (City) and $46 (Northern Beaches). Please advise your accommodation details when booking and a transfer time will be provided.
Transfers:
For guests staying in Cairns, adult $36 (child $23)
For guests staying at the Northern Beaches $46 (child $25)
Fuel surcharge $10 per person