the great barrier reef - down under cruise and dive...site at 8am, before classroom & training...
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THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
Cairns • Australia
Locally owned & operated
The most luxurious reef vessel in AustraliaTOURIST/DIVE BOAT
INTRODUCTORY AND CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVINGScuba dive without any previous experience, or use your
Scuba certification to explore the Great Barrier Reef!
MARINE BIOLOGY TOURSLearn the secrets of the reef from our marine biologist and
then explore the coral gardens on a guided snorkel tour.
SEMI-SUBMERSIBLE TOUREnjoy the spectacular coral formations without getting wet on our semi-submersible tour with commentary and marine life identification cards
provided (weather permitting).
Prebooked
$50save
$20
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$10
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$25
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
2 DAY REEF + RAINFOREST
2 DAY REEF + SKYRAIL/SCENIC RAIL
• 2 STUNNING OUTER REEF SITES• LESS TRAVEL TIME (APPROX 80 MINUTES)• 5 HOURS REEF TIME• SNORKELING EQUIPMENT & FLOATATION DEVICES PROVIDED• HOT BBQ LUNCH (HOT MEATS, FISH, PRAWNS & A VARIETY OF
SALADS. VEGETARIAN OPTION AVAILABLE)• FREE STINGER SUIT HIRE
• FRUIT PLATTER, CHEESE AND A GLASS OF WINE ON RETURN JOURNEY
• EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL DIVE INSTRUCTORS• LARGE AIR-CONDITIONED MODERN LOUNGES TO RELAX
IN COMFORT • SPACIOUS SUNDECKS FOR SUNBATHING• HIGH CREW TO GUEST RATIO
DAY 1: Full day Outer Reef - Evolution (Snorkel Only)DAY 2: Full day Cape Tribulation Starter Pak with the Adventure Company. Cape Tribulation Beach; Mossman Gorge; Daintree River Wildlife Cruise; Cable Ferry across the Daintree River; Experienced naturalist guides; Free accommodation transfers.Optional pre-booked dive discount $50Starter Pak excludes lunch (add $27) and Wildlife Habitat (add $27)
DAY 1: Full day Outer Reef - Evolution (Snorkel Only)DAY 2: Full day Skyrail/Scenic Rail & Kuranda. This adventure includes: Historical train journey to Kuranda’s famous markets and village, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience in a comfortable six person gondola over World Heritage listed rainforest; Skyrail ranger guided boardwalk tour; entry to Interpretation Centre, views from three lookouts over Barron Falls. Includes return transfers (excluding Yorkeys Knob, Machans Beach & Holloways Beach).
DAY 1: Full day Outer Reef - Evolution (Snorkel Only)
DAY 2: Full day Skyrail/Scenic Rail & Kuranda.
DAY 3: Full day Cape Tribulation Starter Pak with the Adventure Company.
Optional pre-booked dive discount $50Starter Pak excludes lunch (add $27) and Wildlife Habitat (add $27)
2 DAY REEF + RAINFOREST
2 DAY REEF + SKYRAIL/SCENIC RAIL
3 DAY REEF + SKYRAIL/SCENIC RAIL + RAINFOREST
Save $30(adult)
LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILADULT: $280 $260LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILCHILD (4-12yrs): $190 $170
LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILADULT: $394 $374LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILCHILD (4-12yrs): $253 $233
Save $42(adult)
DISCOUNTED PACKAGES
LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILADULT: $280 $260LEVY INCLUSIVE RETAILCHILD (4-12yrs): $157 $137
Save $31(adult)
FULL DAY TOURINCLUDES:
Adult: $165(+ $20 Levy)
Child: $75(+ $20 Levy)
Family: $4052A + 2C (+ $20pp Levy)
Snorkel Rate: $295($275 + $20 Levy)
Child Snorkel: $248($228 + $20 Levy)
Includes:• Fast cruise to 2 Outer Reef Sites • 5 hours at the Reef• Snorkelling equipment • BBQ lunch • Introductory or Certified dive• 10 min Scenic Helicopter flight
over Hastings Reef
• Return cruise with complimentary glass of wine, cheese, fruit platter & live entertainment
Departs Cairns: 8.15am Arrive in Cairns: 4.30pm
HELICOPTER TOURS
“GET HIGH PACKAGE”
See the reef from above & below!
Package Rate: $345.00($325 Adult + $20 Levy)
#1 Seller!
FLY/CRUISE - HALF DAY TRIP CRUISE/FLY - FULL DAY TRIP
$389.00 Total($369 Adult + $20 levy)
$419.00 Total($399 Adult + $20 levy)
Departs Cairns: 12.00pm Arrive in Cairns: 4.30pm
Departs Cairns: 8.15am Arrive in Cairns: 3.30pm
Includes:• 25 min flight over the Reef to join Down Under Cruise and Dive at
lunch time• Up to 2 hours at Reef • Snorkelling equipment • BBQ Lunch • Return cruise with complimentary glass of wine, cheese, fruit
platter & live entertainment• Standard transfer fees apply
Down Under Cruise and Dive offer a range of exciting half day and full day tours incorporating scenic flights over the Great Barrier Reef.
Includes:• Fast cruise to 2 Reef Sites with Down Under Cruise and Dive• 5 hours at Reef• Snorkelling equipment • BBQ Lunch • 25 min flight over the Reef and Sand Cays back into Cairns• Standard transfer fees apply
Snorkel Rate: $295($275 + $20 Levy)
Features Include:• A marine Concierge with personal snorkelling
tuition and tips for how to best enjoy your day - specifically dedicated to be on call to you for the day
• Personalised Pick Up & Drop Off*• Personalised Marine Biologist Experience• Delicious BBQ Lunch Buffet served inside the
GOLD CLASS lounge• Cupboards for storage• Large TV screen & saloon sound quality audio
• Comfortable lounge seating• Mini bar / Wine fridge • Nespresso coffee machine• Semi Sub Tours• Prescription Masks• Lycra Suits & Wetsuits
Evolution GOLD CLASS is the perfect option for a group of friends, a large family or for incentive and corporate groups travelling to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for your snorkelling or diving adventure.
The exclusive GOLD CLASS will give you the private sanctuary away from others making your experience a more memorable way to be on the Great Barrier Reef. As a GOLD CLASS member for the day, you will receive exclusive use of the personal lounge accommodating up to 8 guests.
Exclusive Reef Experience
Private Yacht Experience
5 - 8 Passengers: $1800 (includes levy)
Gold Class Experience: Up to 4 Passengers:
$1400 (includes levy)
‘GOLD CLASS’
Outbound
Inbound
Oyster Reef
Vlasoff Cay
Pixie Reef
Green Island
Fitzroy IslandCAIRNS
Saxon Reef
Arlington Reef
PORT DOUGLAS
Moore Reef
Batt Reef
Tongue Reef
Opal ReefRudder Reef
Undine ReefSt Crispin Reef
Agincourt Reef
Continental Shelf
Michaelmas Cay
Skyrail
KURANDA
Kuranda Scenic Rail
DoubleIsland
PALM COVE
MAP NOT TO SCALE
Upolo Cay
Hastings ReefBreaking Patches
Norman Reef
LOCATIONS SELECTED FOR CLARITY OF THE
WATER & ABUNDANCE OF MARINE LIFE
Outbound
Inbound
Oyster Reef
Vlasoff Cay
Pixie Reef
Green Island
Fitzroy IslandCAIRNS
Saxon Reef
Arlington Reef
PORT DOUGLAS
Moore Reef
Batt Reef
Tongue Reef
Opal ReefRudder Reef
Undine ReefSt Crispin Reef
Agincourt Reef
Continental Shelf
Michaelmas Cay
Skyrail
KURANDA
Kuranda Scenic Rail
DoubleIsland
PALM COVE
MAP NOT TO SCALE
Upolo Cay
Hastings ReefBreaking Patches
Norman Reef
Outer Great Barrier Reef
2 REEF SITES
Our professional and friendly instructors will provide attentive expert tuition on all Open Water dive courses. Once you have successfully completed your chosen course you will be competent and internationally recognised as a PADI Open Water Diver.
Inclusions - BBQ lunch provided onboard vessel for Days 3 & 4. All equipment is included. Free city transfers provided.
Learn to Dive
Learn to Dive + PADI Advanced Course (6 Days) $980.00 incl levies
(1 Day) $310.00 ($290 + $20 Levy) (2 Days) $570.00
($530 + $40 Levy)
PADI Refresher Course 1/2 Day $80.00 Full Day $160.00Perfect for those wanting to refresh their scuba diving skills in a safe pool environment with one of our professional dive instructors.Commencing Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
PADI Adventure Course (1 Day) $370.00 OR PADI Advanced Course (2 Days) $620.00
Catering for Open Water students who would like to further develop their scuba diving skills and knowledge. Training dives include - 30m deep dive, navigation dive, 3 elective dives, plus one fun dive.
Ideal for those that have completed part of their Open Water course previously and would now like to complete their open water diving.Coincides with open water diving on learn to dive courses (Days 3 & 4)
Commences Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Day 1 - Medical checks and paperwork completed on site at 8am, before classroom & training pool sessions completed.
Day 2 - Classroom sessions re-commence & small exam completed and finalising your skills in the training pool.
Day 3 - Onboard Evolution we travel to 2 fantastic dive sites on the Great Barrier Reef to conduct a series of training skills in the open water environment. 2 dives are completed.
Day 4 - Onboard Evolution we again travel to our dive sites for completion of your course. When 2 dives are completed your Instructor will present you with your Scuba Diving Licence!!
Adventure Course includes: 3 dives, PADI manual and tuition
LOCATIONS SELECTED FOR CLARITY OF THE
WATER & ABUNDANCE OF MARINE LIFE
Advanced Course includes: 6 dives, PADI manual and tuitionCommencing Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays
($350 + $20 Levy) ($580 + $40 Levy)
PADI Referral Course
OPEN WATER COURSE
$660 Includes Levies
Save $300
*CONDITIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:Pricing: Adult age: 17yrs+; Child age: 4-16yrs; Infants up to 3yrs. Children up to 15yrs must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers under 18yrs will require parental guardian signature.Safety: Divers 65yrs+ must provide a current ‘AS4005.1’ dive medical prior to travel. Please consider weather and wind strength before booking. Semi-submersible tours are weather permitting.Cancellations/Alterations/Refunds: No refunds for cancellations within 18 hours of departure time; 24 hours for dive courses and packaged products. Rebooking fees apply for alterations made within these times. The operator reserves the right to cancel the tour, change vessel type or arrange an alternative carrier in the event of bad weather or mechanical problems. No refunds for voluntary uncompleted dives.ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARSVALID FROM 1/4/2018 - 31/3/2019*Levies are per person and include environmental management charge $3.50, port charges $1.25, administration fee $5.25 and fuel levy $10 inclusive of GST
BOOKINGS PH 07 4052 8300287 Draper St, Cairns QLD 4870 Australia
E: [email protected]: 1300 CAIRNS (1300 224 767)
www.downundercruiseanddive.com.au
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ADVICE FOR WATER ACTIVITIES Certain medical conditions and medications may exclude some people from introductory and certified diving. For advice please contact our office. Minimum age for diving is 12 years old. Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity, please use caution and inform our crew of any medical conditions. Certified divers must have proof of certification. After a single dive, a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to altitude or if multiple dives are completed, an interval of 24 hours is suggested.
PRICES - EVOLUTION REEF CRUISE
EVOLUTION FARES Trip *Levies payable on board Total
Adult $165 $20 $185
Adult diving package (Includes 1 intro/cert dive) $215 $20 $235
Child (4 to 16 years) $75 $20 $95
Family (2 adults + 2 children) $405 $20pp $485
Infant (0 to 3 years) N/A N/A N/A
INTRODUCTORY DIVES
1st Dive $70
2nd Dive $45
3rd Dive $25
Wetsuits not included.
CHECK IN
7:30amCheck-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal and commence boarding
8:15am Depart Cairns
4:30pm Return
CERTIFIED DIVES
1st Dive $70
2nd Dive $30
3rd Dive $20
Wetsuits and equipment included.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS - Pay On Board
Semi-Submersible Tour (weather permitting) $10
Marine Biology Snorkel Lesson/Tour $25
City Transfers $16
Beaches / Outer City Transfers $23
Guided Dive (certified divers) $10 per dive
Scenic Helicopter Reef Flight (10 min) $179
Wetsuit Hire $10
Digital Underwater Camera Hire (SD Card Included) $55
Available on board: refreshments, snacks, bar facility, souvenirs, professional photography packages to capture amazing memories, above and below the water.
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Things to bring:• Sunscreen, hat, change of clothes• Swimmers and a towel• Cash or Credit Card for onboard payment/purchases (fares, soft drink, chocolates, underwater camera, t-shirts)
(Dive Course Students Only)NOTE: All students must complete a medical declaration on day 1 of Open Water Course. If required, a Dive Medical is available with Dive Doctor at an extra charge. Medical Form can be found at: http://downundercruiseanddive.com.au/pdf/ow-medical.pdf A current AS4005.1 dive medical is required if 45 years+. Minimum Requirements: Students must be able to complete a basic swimming and floating test to complete this course. Students must be deemed fit by Dive Doctor/Instructor before course commences. Students with Asthma cannot dive. Students must be over the age of 12 years.