Back
See All
Back
Back
(07) 4028 3567
bookings@cairnsdiscoverytours.com
Sunlover pontoon and helicopter on the GBR

Sunlover Cruises from Cairns

Adult $295|Child 4-15 yrs $169
Family $759
Departs Daily 10.15am - 5.30pm
Join Sunlover Reef Cruises to discover and explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on their comfortable, fast, air-conditioned catamaran which travels to a large pontoon located at pristine Moore Reef on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. The recently refurbished pontoon caters to both swimmers and non swimmers, and now features an upper-level sun deck and the Sunlover Sunslide, a fun filled 30-metre spiral descent into the tropical waters.

Your day includes adventures for all ages and levels of experience - snorkel equipment, glass bottom boat, semi-submersible coral viewing vessel, an underwater observatory, a marine life touch tank,. Optional extras include scuba diving, scenic helicopter rides, Guided Snorkelling Safari and Seawalker Helmet Diving. Sunlover Reef Cruises will enhance your experience, regardless of age and ability, to discover the beauty and diversity of the Great Barrier Reef. Even if you cannot swim, you will still enjoy a complete experience with Sunlover Reef Cruises

Cruise Fly and Fly Cruise options available here
Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef tour with a 25 minute scenic flight to or from the Reef

More Info & Booking
  • Travel to the reef on-board our comfortable air-conditioned catamaran
  • Free tea and coffee on boarding the vessel
  • Informative presentation hosted by our marine naturalist
  • Delicious chef-prepared buffet luncheon featuring fresh seafood, hot & cold dishes, salads and sumptuous tropical fruits
  • Guided coral viewing from our semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentation
  • Touch tank to experience unique marine life up close
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Snorkelling enclosure with rest and view stations
  • Fully enclosed kids' pool
  • Theme Park Spiral Waterslide -The only one on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Afternoon tea

Facilities:

  • Freshwater showers and change rooms (on the pontoon)
  • Toilets (on the boat only)
  • Full bar facilities
  • FREE Wi-Fi

  • 10-minute Scenic Helicopter Flight $199.00 per person
  • Seawalker Helmet Dive $149.00 per person
  • Certified diving $149.00
  • Introductory diving $149.00
  • Introductory & Certified Dive special $114.00 valid to 31st March  2025
  • Guided snorkel tour - Adult  $56.00 |Child $35 | Family $147.00

PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel.

View Dive Medical.pdf


  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

  • Travel to the reef on-board our comfortable air-conditioned catamaran
  • Free tea and coffee on boarding the vessel
  • Informative presentation hosted by our marine naturalist
  • Delicious chef-prepared buffet luncheon featuring fresh seafood, hot & cold dishes, salads and sumptuous tropical fruits
  • Guided coral viewing from our semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentation
  • Touch tank to experience unique marine life up close
  • All snorkelling equipment
  • Snorkelling enclosure with rest and view stations
  • Fully enclosed kids' pool
  • Theme Park Spiral Waterslide -The only one on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Afternoon tea

Facilities:

  • Freshwater showers and change rooms (on the pontoon)
  • Toilets (on the boat only)
  • Full bar facilities
  • FREE Wi-Fi
  • 10-minute Scenic Helicopter Flight $199.00 per person
  • Seawalker Helmet Dive $149.00 per person
  • Certified diving $149.00
  • Introductory diving $149.00
  • Introductory & Certified Dive special $114.00 valid to 31st March  2025
  • Guided snorkel tour - Adult  $56.00 |Child $35 | Family $147.00

PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel.

View Dive Medical.pdf

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

Related Tours

Green Island & Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour from Cairns

Green Island & Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour from Cairns

Special save up to $30 per person
Adult $299.00| Child $164.00 (4-14yrs)
Family 2Ad+2Ch (4-14yrs $770.00
Adult $329|Ch $180| Family $846
Departs daily 8.30am - 5.30pm
Enjoy the best of both worlds with this complete Reef and Island tour. Fast 45-minute catamaran ride to Green Island to enjoy 2 hours on this iconic coral cay. Continue your day adventure to Great Adventures spacious activity platform. Spend 3 hours discovering the wonders of the reef, with plenty of time to snorkel, relax, and take in one of the world’s most extraordinary natural treasures.

More Info
Book Now
Silverswift Dive • Snorkel from Cairns

Silverswift Dive • Snorkel from Cairns

Adult $296 | Child $219
Departs daily Cairns 8:30 - 4.30 pm

Dive & Snorkel from Cairns with Silverswift, the only Cairns-based vessel to visit 3 sites in one day -It is also the fastest! You’ll be whisked away to visit 3 spectacular outer reef locations from a choice of 19 exclusive sites at Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs. Enjoy 5 hours of  fun with unlimited snorkelling.

More Info
Book Now
Passions of Paradise Cairns

Passions of Paradise Cairns

Adult $269.00| Child 4-14yrs $169
Family 2A+2C $776

Departs Cairns daily 8.00 am - 5.00 pm
This Great Barrier Reef Tour is another of my favourites as a local. Why? You will Sail in a 25-metre, high-performance catamaran that visits two stunning outer reef locations each day. Discover the vibrant underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef as you snorkel or dive among turtles, tropical fish, and an incredible variety of corals. It's the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, all in one unforgettable day on the reef. This is a popular Cairns reef tour and often books out in advance!

More Info
Book Now
Great Value Reef Day with Scenic Helicopter Flight

Great Value Reef Day with Scenic Helicopter Flight

Adult $395|Child $330 4-16 years
Great Value !! Save $69
Book Early to avoid disappointment
Departs daily 8.00am - 4.30pm
Experience the ultimate adventure value package on the Great Barrier Reef with views from above and below the Reef. Includes an awesome 10-minute scenic Helicopter flight to see the colours of the Great Barrier Reef from the air! Full day with two locations on the Outer Barrier Reef on board the luxury vessel "Evolution" including snorkelling, lunch and sunbathing.

More Info
Book Now
Reef and Island • Moore Reef & Fitzroy Island

Reef and Island • Moore Reef & Fitzroy Island

Adult $295.00| Child $169 (4-15yrs)  Family 2A+2C $759
Kids 50% OFF now only  $84.50
Not valid 22nd December 2025 - 4th January 2026

Departs Cairns 8.00am - 4.30pm
Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure combining 2.5 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon + 2.5 hours Fitzroy Island stop over in a day! Moore Reef Pontoon includes coral viewing with semi-submersible, glass bottom boat, underwater observatory, snorkelling & kids waterslide. Then a leisurely time at Fitzroy Island to relax & unwind including lunch.

More Info
Book Now
Great Barrier Reef Day Tour with Reef Experience from Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Day Tour with Reef Experience from Cairns

Adult $260 |Child 4-11 years $175
Family 2A+2C $695
Departs Daily 8.00am - 4.30 pm
Join us onboard the high-speed Catamaran 'Reef Experience' for a great value day on the Outer Barrier Reef. Your day includes Cairns CBD hotel transfers, breakfast, One FREE Scuba Dive, lunch, Snorkelling, and a light snack on the journey home. Great value! Cairns only all inclusive Great Barrier Reef day tour.

crosschevron-downchevron-right