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Marine World, the newly established Outer Reef platform, has been recently installed on the Eastern end of Moore Reef.
Marine World is a purpose-built two storey platform 45 metres x 12 metres featuring Spacious Lower Deck with Ample Undercover Seating, Upper Sundeck with Sun Lounges, Underwater Observatory, Marine World-Reef Magics Children's Safety Swimming Enclosure, easy access to the water for snorkellers, Moon Pool for ease of access for divers and Fresh Water Showers.
Travelling time (to and from) Marine World is approximately one and a half hours each way. We offer our guests 5 full hours at Marine World to experience unlimited snorkelling - all your snorkelling equipment and instruction is provided, Interactive Coral Viewing Vessel Tours and all the facilities of Marine World.
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Food & Beverages |
On board Features |
| After your morning activities a hot/cold sumptuous tropical seafood smorgasbord lunch is served. Complimentary morning & afternoon tea , coffee and cakes are also included. Our fully licensed bar will keep you refreshed at all times and also sells soft drinks, snacks and a selection of souvenirs. |
Spacious Platform with Upper Sun Deck and Sheltered Lower Deck TV, Video, PA and sound systems Ladies & Gentlemen / Toilet Facilities Easy access to the water Freshwater Rinse Shower Children's safety swimming enclosure Underwater cameras (hire only) Fully licensed Bar facilities |
| Onboard Purchases | Standard Inclusions |
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Waterproof (snorkelling) cameras Sun Screen A variety of Merchandise & Souvenirs |
5 Hours at 'Marine World' on the Outer Great Barrier Reef Free Semi Submersible Tours Great Barrier Reef presentation on board All snorkelling equipment with instructions Underwater Observatory Complimentary Tea/Coffee on boarding Full Morning and Afternoon Tea Hot/Cold Tropical Seafood Smorgasbord Lunch |
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General information |
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Passenger Levy-All Fares are inclusive of taxes and levies. This includes EMC of $4.50, Port Charges, Fuel Levy, other Government Charges and an Administration Fee. Departures:Daily (excluding New Years Day) at 9.00am from Marlin Jetty - Cairns Esplanade.
Transfers Cairns: From City hotels from 7.55am and drop-offs at approx | |
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Rates Valid To |
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Child (4-14) |
Family |
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Ex Northern Beaches |
$179.00 |
$99.00 |
$471.00 |
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Ex |
$174.00 |
$94.00 |
$451.00 |
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Ex Marlin Jetty |
$85.00 |
$415.00 |
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Certified Divers (2 Dives + Dive Guide) |
Adult |
Child (4-14) |
Family |
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Equipment Supplied - Ex Northern Beaches |
$259.00 |
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Equipment Supplied - Ex |
$254.00 |
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Equipment Supplied - Ex Marlin Jetty |
$245.00 |
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Tanks & Weights Only - Ex Nthn Beaches |
$249.00 |
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Tanks & Weights Only - Ex |
$244.00 |
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Tanks & Weights Only - Ex Marlin Jetty |
$235.00 |
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Optional Extra Activities |
Adult |
Child (4-14) |
Family |
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Introductory Diving: |
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1st Dive |
$80.00 |
See below |
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2nd Dive |
$50.00 |
See below |
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Guided Marine Snorkel Tour with Marine Naturalist |
$30.00 |
$20.00 |
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Adventure Marine Snorkel Safari |
$35.00 |
$25.00 |
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Diving-Minimum age restriction 12 years. |
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Adult |
Child |
Family |
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HeliMagic - Introductory Scenic Flight |
$69.00 |
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HeliMagic - Vertical Magic |
$125.00 |
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HeliMagic - Fly / Cruise |
$345.00 |
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Passions of Paradise, the funkiest cat on the reef, is a brand new, custom-built 25 metre maxi cat with awesome sailing capabilities, and the only vessel that travels to both the Outer Barrier Reef and the Inner Barrier Reef. This ambiant motor-sailing catamaran provides guests with plenty of room to lay out a towel and bask in the tropical sunshine.
What makes it great?
- Very entertaining and attentive crew
- The most comfortable boat
- Visit the best of both underwater worlds: outer reef and sandy cay
- A great sailing experience, no motor noise
- Learn more during the guided snorkel tour
- Easy snorkelling for 'first timers
You will snorkel over brilliant staghorn corals, huge plate corals of many different colours, and anemones that sway with the oceans currents. Within 5 metres snorkelling distance of the boat you can spot little clown fish (Nemo!) living within these anemones. After all the swimming and diving a huge tropical smorgasbord lunch is served. There's also plenty of time to relax. The water is warm around Upolu Cay, your second stop, and there are many different species of marine life that inhabit these waters. It is quite often what postcards are made of - Beautiful, turquoise water and golden white sand, your own little piece of paradise. On the way home relax, chill out, and soak up the atmosphere as you sail on into Cairns. Passions of Paradise arrives back into Cairns at around 5:00pm.
$109 per adult
$65 per child (4 - 12 years)
$295 family price (2 adults and 2 children)
Plus $10 per person reef levy
Return Transfers $10 - Cairns City
$15 - Northern Beaches and Outer Suburbs
Quicksilver takes you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can snorkel, dive or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-sub. Download Brochure
Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory, or fly in a helicopter over the reef.
The Platform at Agincourt Reef Site:
Floating like an island in a coral sea the platforms have tables for you to enjoy lunch, undercover seating, fresh water showers and change rooms to allow you to enjoy your day. There is also a water powered lift to allow easy access for all passengers.
Semi Submersible Coral Viewing: Semi Submersible and Underwater Observatory
If you would like to stay dry, then you can explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver sub. The semi submersibles cruise slowly through the colourful coral gardens giving passengers the opportunity to experience a snorkellers-eye view of the marine life without getting wet. The semi-sub experience takes approximately 20 minutes and includes an informed commentary on the marine life observed during the journey and an overview of the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Semi-subs depart every twenty minutes from the rear of the platform. Announcements are made to prompt you before departure.
Underwater Observatory:
You can also see the coral and watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique viewing platform and underwater observatory located directly in front of the platform. From here, you can also view "first time" divers taking part in introductory dives and snorkellers.
Snorkelling:
Snorkelling is one of the best ways to view the incredible underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef, and Quicksilver's friendly staff are on hand to show you how. On your way out to Agincourt Reef you can view an instructional video on how to snorkel to teach you the right techniques.
Upon reaching the outer reef, you can obtain your snorkelling equipment from the storage containers on the platform. Lycra stinger suits are also available to hire. Fish feeding takes place from the platform so you can view the marine life up close.
If you would like to learn a little more about the Great Barrier Reef whilst snorkelling, you may like to try one of the optional Snorkelling Expeditions with a qualified Marine Biologist. This is at an additional cost.
What makes it great?
- Professional crew and service
- Huge buffet lunch
- Large stable vessel
- Spacious pontoon
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Quicksilver-Agincourt Outer Reef Cruise |
Adult $AUD
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Child $AUD
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| Cruise only from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas |
$189 Aust
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$94.50 Aust
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| From Port Douglas with pick-up at accommodation |
$194 Aust
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$97 Aust
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| From Cairns & beaches with transferto Port Douglas |
$199 Aust
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$99.50 Aust
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| CHILD FARE: 4 - 14yrs inclusive. Children under 4yrs travel FREE | ||
| FAMILY FARE : 1 child travels FREE when accompanied by 2 paying adults and 1 paying child. | ||
| A Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of $4.50 is levied for all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This charge is INCLUDED in the cruise fare. Prices [Australian Dollars] are valid- 31 March 2007. | ||
| Optional Tours - Additional cost to Quicksilver Outer Reef Cruise | ||
| Guided Snorkelling Tour with Marine Biologist |
$58 Aust
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| Introductory Diving [All Equipment Provided] |
1 Dive = $134 Aust
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| Certified Diving [All Equipment Provided] |
1 Dive = $92 Aust
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2 Dives = $134 Aust
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| "Ocean Walker" |
$134 Aust
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| Helicopter Scenic Flights - 10 minutes |
$125 Aust
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Big Cat Green Island…
From its home base in Cairns, Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operates half and full day reef cruises to famous Green Island, an idyllic coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises is owned and managed by experienced cruise operators, the Wallace family. Since 1979 the Wallace's have been perfecting the art of day touring on the Great Barrier Reef when they launched the renowned Quicksilver cruises Reef Rocket (left) and-Big Catfrom Port Douglas. In 1990 the Wallace family purchased Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises and for 14 years have applied their winning formula of friendly and helpful service. In 2001 and 2004 the company was recognised in the Tropical North Queensland Tourism Awards as Best Major Tour and Transport Operator. "Reef Rocket" is a state of the art 24 metre vessel with a capacity for 120 passengers and operates two half day cruises from Cairns as well as a daily service directly from Palm Cove Jetty to Green Island. "Big Cat" is a modern 30 metre vessel with a capacity for 300 passengers and operates the full day cruise daily from Cairns. Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises specialises in discovering the Great Barrier Reef. Visitors are encouraged to view the wonderful underwater world of marine life and corals by participating in snorkelling, glass bottom boat or semi-submarine tours. The company also has a professional diving operator, "Scuba Green Island" on board the vessels offering passengers certified and introductory diving, helmet diving and supervised snorkelling trips to the outer edge of Green Island Reef.
Part of a protected Marine Park, Green Island is a beautiful coral cay that is readily identified from the air by its emerald rainforest surrounded by white sandy beaches and beautiful coral reefs.
A coral cay is a build up of rubble and sediments from thousands of years of wave action surrounding the reefs. Seeds and spores carried by the wind and birds have fertilised the island and enabled the growth of plant life.
Discover the fascinating underwater world among the coral reefs surrounding Green Island where you will see an endless variety of colourful fish, turtles, giant clams, starfish, shells, anemones, eels, sponges, sea urchins and many more incredible marine creatures
Reef Rocket Half Day with Semi-Sub
Cruise to Green Island aboard the 'Reef Rocket' with reef and snorkel presentation en route. You will have two and a half hours to enjoy Green Island with a semi-submarine tour included. You will have a free choice of the use of snorkelling gear for the day or a glass bottom boat tour. Free fish feeding display included.
| Tour Duration | 3 hours and 45 minutes |
| Minimum People | 1 |
| Maximum People | 120 |
| Pickup Available | Yes |
Tour Departures
| Days/Dates | Departs | Arrive Cairns | Tour Itinerary (Pack 1) |
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| Monday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | Cruise to Green Island aboard "Big Cat" |
| Tuesday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | 5 1/2 hours to enjoy Green Island |
| Wednesday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | FREE choice of the use of snorkelling gear for the day or a glass bottom boat tour |
| Thursday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | Reef & snorkel presentation on route |
| Friday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | Fish feeding display |
| Saturday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | Entry to the resort pool |
| Sunday | 9.00am | 5.00pm | Complimentary tea or coffee on boarding |
| Tour also operates every day from 1315 to 1700 | |||
Rates
| Adults | Children (4-14yrs) | Family (2Ad + 2Ch) | ||
| Pack 1 includes above | $62 | $35 | $165 | |
| Pack 2 includes above + Aussie Buffet Lunch | $76 | $45 | $213 | |
| Pack 3 includes above + Semi-Submarine Tour | $80 | $44 | $210 | |
| Pack 4 includes above + Aussie Buffet Lunch and Semi-Submarine Tour | $94 | $54 | $258 |
