Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Adventures
Additional Information
A Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of $5.50 is levied for all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This charge is payable directly to Silverswift on check-in.
Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from diving. For advice contact our office. Minimum age for diving is 12 years. A wait of 12 hours but preferably 24 hours is recommended if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. Please use caution and inform our crew of any medical conditions.
To experience the beauty of our "Northern" reef systems at the renowned Agincourt Reef, you can also choose to travel aboard Silverswift's Port Douglas-based identical sistership, Silversonic. Check out the Silver Series!
- Included in price:
- Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns, scrumptious morning and afternoon teas, hot & cold tropical smorgasbord lunch, all snorkelling equipment and instruction provided, qualified lifeguard on hand, equipment for divers provided (including wetsuits), guided snorkel tour, prescription masks available at no additional cost.
- Able to be purchased/hired:
- Underwater cameras available for purchase, underwater digital cameras available for hire. Souvenirs and drinks from the licenced bar. Souvenir photographs by professional photographers.
- What to bring:
- Hat and sunscreen - camera - swimming costume - credit cards for shopping and additional dives - shirt for sun protection - beach towel - cash for drinks at the bar.
- Fitness level required:
- Not specified
- Child policies:
- Children 4 - 14 inclusive.
- Departure points:
- Cairns, Queensland
Cairns Beaches, Queensland - Departure time:
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8:30 AM Daily
- Pickup/departure instructions:
- Departure from Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St Cairns. It is recommended to check-in fourty-five minutes prior to departure.
- Duration:
- Full Day: 8 hours
- Approximate Return Time:
- Silverswift arrives back into the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 4.30pm.
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Tour Details
- Operator
- Great Adventures
- Destination
- Great Barrier Reef
- Departs From
- Cairns and Cairns Beaches
Tour Description
Silverswift is 29 metres of luxury catamaran custom-designed for small groups of adventure minded people to revel in the thrill of diving and snorkelling.
Departing daily from Cairns, Silverswift is ready to whisk you away to visit three spectacular Outer Great Barrier Reef sites at Thetford, Milln, Flynn and/or Pellowe Reefs, each chosen for visual and ecological diversity.
You’ll be able to enjoy 5 hours of aquatic fun and experience up to 3 certified dives, introductory diving and adventure snorkelling. This is the fastest dive trip from Cairns taking just 60 minutes to reach the outer reef giving you more time to play!
The ultramodern Silverswift has everything you’ll need to experience an underwater world of colourful marine life in safety and comfort. Features include a state-of-the-art ride control system ensuring a super smooth journey, hydraulic dive and snorkel platform for easy water access, spacious deck areas, hot freshwater showers, change rooms and even a licensed bar to share tales of your adventure.
Your Silverswift adventure includes
• Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns
• Scrumptious morning tea on boarding including focaccias, muffins/cake selection. Afternoon tea cakes, cheese and biscuits.
• Hot and cold tropical smorgasbord lunch.
• All snorkelling equipment provided.
• Snorkel brief at each site.
• Reef interpretation.
• Qualified lifeguard on hand.
• Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit.
• FREE Snorkel Tour with a Reef Guide.
• Prescription masks available at no additional cost.
• Hot freshwater showers
To experience the beauty of our "Northern" reef systems, you can also choose to travel aboard Silverswift's Port Douglas-based identical sistership, Silversonic. Check out the Silver Series - the essence of Adventure!
Silverswift is accredited with Advanced Ecotourism and Climate Action Certification and is part of the Quicksilver Group, Australia's most awarded reef cruise company - Australian and Queensland Tourism Awards "Hall of Fame" Winner.
Prices & Availability
Prices for 25 May 2012.
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Tour
Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Adventures
Rates
| Adult | Child | Family | Pensioner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Now | $180.00 | $130.00 | $620.00 | $180.00 |
Optional Extras
Cairns City Coach Transfers (Return)
Please confirm Hotel to be picked up from prior to day of travel
Adults: $15.00 | Children: $15.00 | Family: $60.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 1 Dive - Including dive gear Adults: $45.00 | Children: $45.00 | Family: $180.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 1 Dive - Tanks & weights only Adults: $25.00 | Children: $25.00 | Family: $100.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 2 Dives - Including dive gear Adults: $65.00 | Children: $65.00 | Family: $260.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 2 Dives - Tanks & weights only Adults: $45.00 | Children: $45.00 | Family: $180.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 3 Dives - Including dive gear Adults: $77.00 | Children: $77.00 | Family: $308.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 3 Dives - Tanks & weights only Adults: $60.00 | Children: $60.00 | Family: $240.00 | Pensioners: –
Introductory Scuba Dive - 1 Dive Adults: $60.00 | Children: $60.00 | Family: $240.00 | Pensioners: –
Introductory Scuba Dive - 2 Dives Adults: $110.00 | Children: $110.00 | Family: $440.00 | Pensioners: –
Transfers from Northern Beaches Adults: $20.00 | Children: $20.00 | Family: $80.00 | Pensioners: –