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Ultimate 3 Day Reef Pass
Cairns & Port Douglas
Ultimate Reef Pass
The award winning Quicksilver and Great Adventures offer the widest range of reef cruises on the Great Barrier Reef.
Choose 3 reef cruises from either Quicksilver or Great Adventures on this pass.
SAVE UP TO $212!
Departs from Cairns and Port Douglas
Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Coral Sea Dreaming
Cairns
Coral Sea Dreaming
offers 2 Day/1 Night Sailing Trip with Maximum 12 passengers. Dive, snorkel or simply relax.
INTRO DIVE SPECIAL!
Private Double cabin
from
$460
per person
Share Cabin
from
 
$440 per person
Includes FREE city transfers!
Cert diver specials also available!
Travel between now and 29/February/2012

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OceanQuest
Cairns
Ocean Quest is a luxury liveaboard vessel with daily departures to the Outer Reef from Cairns. They offer certified dives, introductory dives and snorkelling.
FEBRUARY SPECIAL
2 DAY 1 NIGHT LIVEABOARD
Certified Dive - Twin Share
Quality Dive Equipment 
Excellent Outer Reef Dive sites
All Meals
Daily Departures
FROM $350 per person (including EMC levies)
SAVE $100!
Travel between now and 29/February/2012

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Spirit of Freedom
Cairns
Spirit of Freedom is the perfect way to experience the Great Barrier Reef in comfort.
25% OFF
2ND PERSON
For every booking of 2 people, the 2nd person receive a 25% discount off the trip!
*Blockout dates: departures on 5-April-2012
*Offer applies to retail price only. Reef tax, equipment, courses etc. do not apply
ENQUIRE NOW!
Travel between 20/February/2012 and 31/May/2012

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Reef Quest
Cairns
ReefQuest 
offers unlimited snorkelling and the chance to do up to three dives per day, all on two fantastic reef locations!
FEBRUARY DIVE OFFER!
Intro or Cert Dive $139 + $20 EMC levy
$159 per person!
Travel between now and 29/February/2012

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Tusa T6
Cairns
Tusa 6
 holds a roving permit where the skipper chooses the BEST Outer Reef location on the day.  Experience awesome Reefs teaming with an abundance of corals and marine life!
BRAND NEW TUSA T6!
3RD CERT DIVE FREE!
3x Cert Dives w. gear $225 + $10 EMC levy
$235 per person!
Snorkel and intro dives also available
Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Osprey V
Cairns
The Osprey V offers a truly memorable experience by visiting two Outer Edge locations on the Great Barrier Reef.
SNORKEL SPECIAL!
$119 + $20 EMC Levy
$139 per person!
Includes Glass Bottom Boat tour!
Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Reef Quest - Great Barrier Reef

Reef Quest

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Great Value Snorkelling, Intro & Cert Diving
  • Opportunity to take up to 3 dives
  • Snorkel, Intro & Cert Diving
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REEFQUEST

Welcome aboard ReefQuest which is a purpose built, high-speed snorkel and dive vessel departing Cairns daily at 8:30am to visit the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. ReefQuest offers fantastic value for money with unlimited snorkelling and the chance to do up to three dives per day, all on two different reef locations. 

What makes it Great?

  • Purpose built vessel
  • Great dive locations
  • Under 90 mins travel time
  • Opportunity for up to 3 scuba dives

Included in your day:

  • Quality snorkel equipment
  • Guided snorkel tours
  • Delicious tropical lunch
  • Morning/Afternoon tea and coffee
  • 2 reef locations
  • Hot powerful showers
  • Large sun deck
  • Comfortable airconditioned saloon and dining area

Not Included:

  • Reef & Port Authority Charge
  • Bar purchases (drinks, snacks, alcohol)
  • Digital camera hire/photo purchase
  • Prescription mask hire
  • Souveniers
  • Camera Hire
  • Private dive guide
  • Intro/Certified Diving

Catering for snorkellers, certified and introductory divers, ReefQuest is aimed more toward the budget traveller or those who want to maximise their time at the reef. ReefQuest travels to the Outer Great Barrier Reef in less than 90 minutes - less time travelling, more time at the reef.

Divers Den have 14 of the best permanent moorings within the Cairns section of the Marine Park. Norman, Saxon, Hastings and Michaelmas Reefs provide excellent diving and snorkelling for all experience levels.

Besides the colourful array of reef life, 'Wally' a 1.5m diver friendly Maori Wrasse always provides great entertainment to all divers and snorkellers and is fun to photograph at Norman Reef.

There is plenty of time during the day to snorkel or conduct up to 3 scuba dives. All snorkelling equipment and floatation devices are included in your trip. A crew member will also be on hand conducting snorkel tours and guiding those who are less comfortable in the water, ensuring fun and safety for everyone.

If you have never dived before, you can experience the wonders of the reef by joining a qualified and experienced dive instructor on an introductory dive. Simply complete and pass a short medical questionnaire, listen to a short briefing and you are off to blow bubbles underwater!

Please Note: A history of asthma, heart, ear and other medical conditions may preclude a passenger from Intro diving. 18 hours surface interval is recommended before flying.

Departure:
ReefQuest departs from Cairns Marlin Jetty - B Finger at 8:30am (check in 8:00am at the boat). The cruise returns to Cairns at approximately 4:30pm. 

Child rate applies to 3 - 11 year olds. Maximum 80 passengers

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

 

REEF QUEST
|FEBRUARY SPECIAL!
|INTRO & CERT DIVE SPECIAL
|$139 PER PERSON + $20 EMC
|SAVE $36/PERSON

FEBRUARY DIVE OFFER!
Intro or Cert Dive $139 + $20 EMC levy
$159 per person!

*** SPECIAL RATES - All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 29 February 2012
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $139 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 2x Intro Dives $175 n/a n/a
Certified Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Cert Dive $139 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 2x Cert Dives $150 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 3x Cert Dives $175 n/a n/a
*** SPECIAL RATES - All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 March 2012 until 31 March 2012
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $175 n/a n/a
*** SPECIAL RATES - All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 April 2012 until 31 March 2013
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $190 n/a n/a
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 29 February 2012
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $139 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 2x Intro Dives $175 n/a n/a
Certified Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Cert Dive $139 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 2x Cert Dives $150 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 3x Cert Dives $175 n/a n/a
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2012
Snorkelling Adult Child Family
Snorkelling $110 $70 $340
Certified Diving Adult Child Family
Reef Trip + 2 Cert Dives,Tanks & Weights $150 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 3 Cert Dives,Tanks & Weights $170 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 2 Cert Dives, Full Gear $175 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 3 Cert Dives, Full Gear $195 n/a n/a
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
Reef Trip + 1 Intro Dive $175 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 2 Intro Dives $220 n/a n/a
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 March 2012 until 31 March 2012
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $175 n/a n/a
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 April 2012 until 31 March 2013
Snorkelling Adult Child Family
Snorkelling $125 $80 n/a
Certified Diving Adult Child Family
Reef Trip + 2 Cert Dives,Tanks & Weights $165 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 3 Cert Dives,Tanks & Weights $185 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 2 Cert Dives, Full Gear $190 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 3 Cert Dives, Full Gear $210 n/a n/a
Introductory Diving Adult Child Family
Reef Trip + 1 Intro Dive $190 n/a n/a
SPECIAL! Trip + 1x Intro Dive $190 n/a n/a
Reef Trip + 2 Intro Dives $235 n/a n/a
EXTRAS
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013
EMC, Fuel Levy $20.00
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013
Dive Guide per dive $15.00
TERMS
Child Age = 4-14 years
Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES

Great Barrier Reef Holiday Packages that include Reef Quest

2 Day Package - Option 1

VISIT 2 REEF LOCATIONS
SNORKEL THE REEF
LUNCHES INCLUDED BOTH DAYS
DAINTREE RIVER CRUISE
MOSSMAN GORGE
$209
Save $10
/person + $20 EMC payable on day. Valid to 31st March 2012
 

Whats Hot!

Heron Island Resort

Gladstone
Heron Island Resort
4 nights from $796/person
Children 12 year and under stay and eat FREE!
All meals included!

Book a minimum 4 nights stay 
(*Black out dates apply)

Travel between now and 31/March/2013

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Rum Runner Cairns

Cairns
2 Day 1 Night Reef Sailing Liveaboard

- Certified Divers -
- 6 dives inc. night dive
- Snorkellers -
- One FREE Intro Dive
$280 inc. all meals, reef levy etc

Travel between now and 30/June/2012

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Travel Tools

Great Barrier Reef Maps

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Whats Hot!

Reef View Hotel

ULTIMATE BONUS OFFER

- 5 nights at Reef View
- FREE Night included
Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Use of Catamarans, Paddle Skis, Windsurfers & Snorkelling Equip.
- Use of Sceduled Shuttle
- Return airport transfers
- Use of Gym, Spa, Sauna, Tennis & Squash Court Hire
Only $280 per couple/night
STAY 5 PAY 4
Blackout:5-10 April & 17 Aug-27 Jan '13

Travel between 01/April/2012 and 31/March/2013

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Seastar

Cairns
Never dived on the Great Barrier Reef before? Here's your chance to try out an Intro Dive with Seastar, no experience necessary! Seastar is one of three vessels permitted to access Michaelmas Cay, renowned for its nesting birds and myriad of colourful corals!

DIVE SPECIAL!
INTRO DIVE + EMC
$200 per person
2x CERT DIVES + EMC
$200 per person

Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Reef & Island Fun

Cairns
New Fitzroy Island Package!
Fitzroy Island is fringed with pretty coral gardens in the ocean and a hiking trail up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer such as Sea Kayaking and snorkelling.

3 NIGHTS AT
FITZROY ISLAND
BARRIER REEF TOUR
RETURN TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS
from $672 per couple
SAVE $453!

Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Spirit of Freedom 7 Day

Cairns
Spirit of Freedom takes you on a luxurious adventure to Australia's amazing Coral Sea & Great Barrier Reef!

50% OFF 
2ND PERSON
For every booking for 2 passengers, the 2nd person receives 50% OFF the trip
*Blockout dates: departures on 5-April-2012
*Offer applies to retail price only. Reef tax, equipment, courses etc. do not apply

Travel between 20/February/2012 and 31/May/2012

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Budget Learn to Dive

Cairns
Budget PADI Learn to Dive Course
FEBRUARY SPECIAL!

SAVE $100!
2 Days Pool & Theory
2 Day trips on ReefQuest
PADI Open Water Certification
*Medical & EMC levies extra*

Travel between now and 29/February/2012

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Underwater Camera Hire

Cairns
Make your trip to the Great Barrier Reef a memorable one! Digital Underwater Camera Hire is easy with Wet Rez.

DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA HIRE
ONE-DAY HIRE
MULTI-DAY HIRE
UNDERWATER HOUSINGS
ALL AVAILABLE AT WET REZ!

Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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Passions Of Paradise

Cairns
Passions of Paradise
cruises to Michaelmas Cay and Paradise Reef daily. Here you can snorkel easily off the shores of a coral cay and see the prettiest, colourful clam gardens and coral as well as beautiful tropical fish.

From $149 per adult
Reef Tax included
Transfer rates apply

Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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3 Day Reef, Kuranda,CapeTrib

Cairns
3 DAY TOUR PACK
3 Full day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
Cape Trib 4WD Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Tour pack + EMC
Only $390 per adult

Family Rates Available! 

Travel between now and 31/March/2012

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