ABC Reef Safaris

Prices

About the business

Welcome to ABC Reef Safaris

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Experience the Great Barrier Reef in ultimate style aboard our luxury vessels, Independence and the new Voyager catamaran. Designed for those who seek exclusivity, comfort, and a truly personal experience, ABC Reef Safaris offers unforgettable days on the reef, blending sophistication with adventure.

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The ABC difference:

• Maximum 12 passengers on Independence, and 24 on Voyager for small-group, private experiences.
• Highest-rated snorkel operator in Port Douglas.
• 6 guests per in-water marine biologist guide, ensuring a personal and informative experience.
• Access to all Outer Reefs from Port Douglas, enabling low-impact reef site rotation.
• Guided snorkelling, freediving, and diving experiences for all skill levels.
• Family-owned and operated, proudly Australian.

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Rates

Snorkelling Tours

• Standard Price: AU$547 per adult (7 years and older)
• Private Guide / Marine Biologist Option: AU$590 per extra guide — ideal for first-timers, improving freediving skills, or an exclusive one-on-one experience.

Certified Scuba Diving (2-Tank)

• AU$599 per adult/child (10+ years), 1 guide per 5 divers.

Introductory Scuba Diving

• 1 Dive: AU$699
• 2 Dives: AU$799

Private Charters (Independence / Voyager)

• Snorkel-only standard: AU$6,900 (12 guests)
• Snorkel-only luxury: AU$7,500 (12 guests)
• Dive & Snorkel standard: AU$7,900 (12 guests)
• Dive & Snorkel luxury: AU$8,500 (12 guests)

Environmental Management Charge (EMC)

• AU$8/person applies to direct bookings from 15 June 2025.

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Time & Days
Departure: 08:00am
Duration: 7 Hours

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Experience the Great Barrier Reef with just six snorkelers per instructor, ensuring a truly private and personal day. Our small operation accommodates a maximum of 12 guests on Independence and 24 on Voyager, allowing for an intimate and exclusive experience. Trips visit multiple Outer Reef locations, taking advantage of a special Great Barrier Reef marine park permit that lets us roam freely and avoid crowded sites. Frequent rotation of snorkel locations keeps wildlife behaving naturally, making big sightings common, while our guides are in the water with you to ensure you don’t miss a thing. We provide the latest snorkelling equipment, including lycra suits in summer or 5 mm wetsuits in winter, as well as prescription masks. Our safety-conscious, professional crew has extensive marine expertise, and true to our low-impact philosophy, the reefs remain pristine while marine life behaves naturally.

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Vessels

Independence

• 16 m dive and snorkel vessel, max 12 guests per day-trip.
• Ideal for small, intimate snorkelling and certified diving experiences.

Voyager (Launching October 2025)

• 20 m luxury catamaran, max 24 guests per trip.
• Air-conditioned lounge, queen daybeds on sundeck, bar, timber finishes, easy water access.
• Designed for comfort and exclusivity on outer reef snorkelling trips.

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Additional Information

Children: 7–12 years can use 5 mm wetsuits; minimum age for certified diving is 10 years.

Onboard Refreshments: Complimentary water, tea, coffee; premium drinks (beer, wine, sparkling) available at extra cost.

Safety: Swimming ability required for snorkelling; medical questionnaire required for scuba.

Cancellation Policy:

• Daily tours: 100% charge if cancelled within 48 hours.
• Private charters: 100% charge if cancelled within 5 days.

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Sustainability & Philosophy

• Low-impact, small-group philosophy ensures reefs remain pristine.
• Guided by marine biologists, tours are educational and environmentally conscious.
• Frequent site rotation minimizes human impact while maintaining natural marine behavior.