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Moore Reef from Cairns

Reef Fleet Terminal

overview :

Moore Reef is a stunning outer reef destination known for its bright coral gardens, tropical fish, and excellent visibility. Visitors can snorkel, dive, or join glass-bottom boat and semi-submarine tours to explore the underwater world. With a floating pontoon as the base, guests enjoy easy access to the reef along with comfortable facilities, guided activities, and plenty of time to relax between adventures. Moore Reef is an ideal choice for travellers seeking a lively, diverse, and family-friendly Great Barrier Reef experience.

SCHEDULE

Daily/10:15am

LOCATION

Reef Fleet Terminal

Ends:

5:30pm – Arrive back at Cairns Marina

PRICE FROM

$259.00

Per person
CODE

MR-FC

HOURS

4

Ticket Options & Prices

  • Adult → AU$295.00

  • Child (4–14 yrs) → AU$169.00

  • Infant (0-3 yrs) → AU$00.00

• Travel on air-conditioned catamaran

• All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction

• Sunlover waterslide & upper level sun deck

• Kids ocean pool

• Glass bottom boat tour

• Semi-submersible Tour


(Subject to conditions)

• Marine naturalist presentation

• Underwater observatory

• Buffet Lunch

N.B. No refund if semi-sub or glass boat cancelled due to weather or other issues.



Moore Reef Optional Activities: (Additional Cost):

• Guided Snorkel Tour

• Seawalker Helmet Dive

• Introductory Dive

• Certified Dive

•10 Min Heli Scenic


With a huge range of included activities and awesome add-on optional activities, you can choose to explore a lot, or a little! Enjoy the comfort and convenience of the pontoon at Moore Reef - a renowned reef site teeming with healthy, vibrant coral and marine life!


The facilities at the pontoon include our Glass bottom boat and semi-submersible tours, and the underwater observatory. Spend time taking in the panoramic views from the sundeck and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.

Our marine biologists, dive instructors, qualified lifeguards and cruise attendants have only one goal: to share their passion for the Great Barrier Reef and ensure you make memories that will last a lifetime.


EX CAIRNS Reef Fleet Terminal

• 8:45am – Check in starts

• 9:45am – Check in closes

• 10:00am – Boarding closes

• 10:15am – Depart Cairns


4 HOURS OF REEF TIME

• 4:00pm – Depart Moore Reef

• 5:30pm – Arrive back at Cairns Marina

Check-in Requirements:


• Check-in & collection of boarding passes required 08:45 -09:45 at the Sunlover Cruises desk inside the Reef Terminal at Cairns Marina.

• Boarding shall be denied without presentation of Sunlover Cruises issued pass.

• Passengers failing to check-in by 09:45 may miss final boarding.



Credit Card Payments / ID:


• Please bring the credit card used & Photo ID of cardholder for verification at check-in.


Cancellations:


• Amendments or cancellations must be requested a minimum of 24 hours prior departure. (48 hours for tours including helicopter flights)

• Cancellation on the day of travel including no show or late presentation for check-in 100% cancellation fee shall apply.


Optional Activities:


• Pre-booking recommended, sales onboard subject to availability

• Medical conditions apply for diving activities, please ensure you read the medical checklist of requirements for participation on our website.


Conditions of Travel:


• As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy environment, Sunlover Cruises has a non-smoking and non-vaping policy aboard our vessels and pontoon.


For further information please check FAQ's

Moore Reef “Suggested Items”


• Simply pack a bag as if you were going to the beach for the day.

• Swimming costume

• Beach towel

• Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

• Sun protective clothing such as T-shirt or rash vest, hat and sunglasses

• Cash or credit card for on-board purchases, snacks and optional activities. (we accept AUD$, VISA, MasterCard & Amex)

• Camera

  • Guided snorkel tour

  • Seawalker helmet dive

  • SCUBA dive

  • Scenic helicopter flight


FAQs

You will need your ID, which should match the credit card you booked with, and proof of local residency if you've booked a local's rate. Residency can be proven through an ID with an address, or a utility bill matching the name on the reservation.

This varies every day. The maximum is approximately 300 people but most often is fewer. We have the largest boats in the fleet so we have plenty of space onboard.

A 100% cancellation fee will be charged for independent passengers cancelling within 24 hours of departure. A 100% cancellation fee will be charged for groups* cancelling within 72 hours of departure.

Outside this period bookings can be amended or cancelled without penalty.

No cancellation charges will apply for passengers failing to travel due to:a) Ill health (medical certificate may be required);b) Minor changes to group numbers;c) Group or FIT passengers re-scheduling.

Should a cruise or package tour not operate for any reason, then an alternative date will be offered to the passenger. If an alternative date cannot be arranged then a full refund of monies paid to Sunlover Reef Cruises will be authorised. On the rare occasion where inclement weather prohibits a tour from operating the scheduled itinerary, an alternate itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the passenger accepts this alternate itinerary then no further refunds will be authorised.

Seawalker and SCUBA Diving are subject to medical checklist. If medical is failed on-board no refund will be given for Seawalker or SCUBA dive options. Guests are advised to review medical checklists/requirements with their booking agent prior to booking. Minimum age for Seawalker and SCUBA diving is 12 years. Divers under 18 years of age must have a consenting parent or legal guardian with them in order to complete a Certified or Introductory SCUBA dive or a Seawalker Helmet dive.

Some package tours operate in conjunction with other tour operators and Sunlover acts as an agent for these companies. Conditions and cancellation policies for these tours are subject to operating conditions of these companies.

* A group means 10 or more passengers in one booking.


48 HOURS ALL TOURS INCLUDING HELICOPTER FLIGHT AS PER OPERATOR'S TERMS & CONDITIONS

CANCELLATION CUT OFF FOR HELICOPTER BOOKINGS

Sea conditions vary every day. The pontoon and catamaran are very stable and safe. If the rare occasion occurs and it is deemed that it isn't safe to operate due to sea conditions, passengers will be offered travel on an alternate day or will receive a refund.

Passengers who are prone to motion sickness are advised to take necessary precautions such as motion sickness medication prior to travel.


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