Top 3 Dive Trips

1.Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,714 reviews · from $190Our pick

Spend about eight and a half hours aboard Evolution, traveling from Cairns to two Outer Great Barrier Reef sites. Snorkel with provided gear, enjoy a barbecue lunch, and add an introductory scuba session or 10-minute helicopter flight. Marine guides such as Indy and Phil may add useful reef insight.

“Fantastic experience. The staff onboard the ship were extremely nice, helpful and encouraged all to snorkel and see the coral and sea life. Kudos to each one of the staff for their support. Additionally, we took the helicopter ride to see the reef and it was a sight to behold.”

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2.Great Barrier Reef Premium Diving Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 792 reviews · 9 hours · from $127Best value

From Cairns Marlin Marina, Reef Magic & Dreamtime Dive takes you to two outer reef sites for five hours of snorkeling and optional scuba. Expect Indigenous stories and music, marine science talks, watchful water safety, tea, and a buffet lunch. Guides such as Jed, Kevin, and Rachel help make the day personal and clear.

“the trip was full of information, very well organised, and helpful, food was really nice and the people looking after you was really great”

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3.Gansbaai Eco-Friendly Shark Cage Diving Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 326 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $237

Travel from Cape Town to Gansbaai for a guided shark cage encounter with Marine Dynamics. Expect a marine biologist briefing, bronze whaler sharks, possible seals, stingrays, whales, dolphins, and seabirds, plus meals and a visit to the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary.

“This trip was very well organized- they’ve really thought of everything and strived to make the participants as prepared and comfortable as possible. I had a GREAT time and very adventurous yet comfortable experience. The boat was very well stocked, the shark cage was very safe and well designed, and the guides and crew were knowledgeable, informative, and helpful. Highly recommend.”

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