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Quicksilver
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.
FROM PORT DOUGLAS
$199
FROM CAIRNS
$219
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Get High Up Top & Dive Down Under
See the Great Barrier Reef from every possible angle! This tour combo includes an Outer Reef Cruise, Certified or Introductory Dive, followed by a Free semi submersible tour and exhilarating 10 minute outer reef scenic helicopter flight!
What More Do You Need!
INCLUDES
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight
Only $209 p/person
**SAVE $100**

$20 Reef levy not included
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Calypso Snorkel & Dive - Great Barrier Reef

Calypso Snorkel & Dive

Visiting 3 Reef Locations
  • Up to 70 passengers
  • Snorkel, Intro & Cert Diving
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CALYPSO 'PURE DIVE'

Calypso Reef Cruises has set itself a class above the rest. Family owned and run, Calypso is designed to hold 110 guests however only travels with approximately 70 to ensure maximum comfort.

Daily Itinerary:

  • 8.40am welcome aboard Calypso
  • Morning tea
  • Visit 3 Outer Barrier Reef sites
  • Interpretive reef chat
  • Guided snorkelling tours
  • Scrumptious buffet lunch
  • Introductory & Certified Diving
  • Afternoon tea
  • Return to Port Douglas 4:30pm approx

Trip Inclusions:

  • Transfers from Port accommodation
  • Morning & Afternoon tea
  • Interpretive reef talk
  • Guided snorkelling tour
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Wetsuits, Lycra suits
  • Prescription masks
  • Hot showers onbaord

Guests are in awe as they take time to relax on the top deck sunlounges that provide breathtaking 360 degree views of the Great Barrier Reef. The nine metre wide back deck provides plenty of room, comfort and ease as you enter the water, and the large, spacious upper and lower foredecks have been designed with comfortable day bed seating for relaxation.

Calypso caters for snorkellers, introductory divers and dive enthusiasts. Visiting three breathtaking sites daily from Port Douglas, Calypso will provide you with an experience of a lifetime. Learn about the marine life and eco-systems through our reef interpretive chat on board or take part in a guided snorkelling tour and surround yourself by the rainbow of brilliantly coloured fish and coral.

Crew will assist any nervous swimmers and swimmers who have never snorkelled before, to ensure that they are happy and comfortable in the water. Flotation devices and in water assistance are also provided.

The snorkel groups are small and personalised. The crew will take you on an informative guided snorkeling tour and explain, as well as, answer questions about the Great Barrier Reef and it's many inhabitants.

All diving is guided by qualified Dive Masters/Instructors and in small groups with a maximum of 8 divers for Certified Diving and 4 divers for Introductory Diving. Calypso caters for all levels of experience, the dive gear includes dive computers and large tanks.

Additonal Costs:

  • Environmental Management Charge
  • Introductory & Certified Diving
  • Underwater cameras
  • Caps and shirts
  • Fish cards and charts
  • Digital photos
  • Soft drinks, beer, wine and champagne

Return Cairns Hotel Accommodation transfers are availalble at a small additional cost.  Port Douglas accommodation return hotel transfers are included in your rate. 

 

GOOD NEWS! All payments made to Travstar do not incur a credit card surcharge.

 
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 30 June 2011
Snorkelling Adult Child Family
Day trip, snorkelling $190 $135 n/a
Certified Diving Adult Child Family
Day Trip,1 x Cert Dive, Weights & Tanks $210 $155 n/a
Day Trip, 3 x Cert Dives, Weights & tanks $240 $185 n/a
Day Trip, 3 x Cert. Dives $260 $205 n/a
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
Day Trip, 1 x Intro Dive $240 $185 n/a
Day Trip, 2 x Intro Dives $280 $225 n/a
EXTRAS
Prices valid from 01 July 2008 until 30 June 2011
EMC pp $5.00
TERMS
Adult = 15 + Years (May vary depending on company)
Child = 3 -14 Years (May vary depending on company)
Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES

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Silverswift

BRAND NEW TOUR!
Cairns Night Dive
is the only dedicated Night Dive tour from Cairns, departing at 5.30pm to the Outer Reef and returning at 11.15pm.
2 GUIDED DIVES
$240 PER PERSON

**NIGHT DIVE**

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Poseidon Cruises

Poseidon has been awarded one of the few permits to swim with Dwarf Minke Whales. These friendly mammals have arrived in North Queensland and are regularly encountered from May to September, while their larger cousins, the Humpback Whales appear from July to September, and are increasing in numbers.

Departs daily from Port Douglas
From $190/person including
snorkelling gear & lunch

Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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Spirit of Freedom

The ultimate 3 night, 3 day
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COD HOLE AND RIBBON REEFS 

Includes:
* Low level scenic flight from Lizard Island
* Chef prepared meals
* 10 world class dive sites
* 3 magical night dives
* Knowledgable staff
* Luxury ex -'white boat' vessel
From $1350/person quad share

Departs Cairns at Noon on Mondays

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Get High Up Top & Dive Down Under

See the Great Barrier Reef from every possible angle! This tour combo includes an Outer Reef Cruise, Certified or Introductory Dive, followed by a Free semi submersible tour and exhilarating 10 minute outer reef scenic helicopter flight!
What More Do You Need!

INCLUDES
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight
Only $209 p/person
**SAVE $100**

$20 Reef levy not included

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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From $99 per person

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Seastar

Great Barrier Reef daytrip including FREE Intro Dive
From $165! Save $75!
+ ($10 EMC)

* Only 30 passengers
*
Over 5 hours at reef
* Fast Catamaran
*
Morning & Afternoon Tea
* Hot & Cold Lunch
*
Guided Snorkel Tour
* Snorkel Equipment
*
Floatation Devices
Lycra Suits
*
Glass Bottom Boat tour
* FREE INTRO DIVE!

Departs Cairns daily!
Visiting beautiful Michaelmas Cay

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