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Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises
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About the business
Welcome to Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises
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Great Barrier Reef Scuba & Snorkel Adventures
Experience the Great Barrier Reef with Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises — personalised dive and snorkel adventures ideally suited for experienced divers and confident snorkellers. Departing from Port Douglas, this tour takes you to three unique reef environments in one day, from an exclusive selection of sites at the renowned Agincourt ribbon reefs and Escape Reef.
With small groups and a focus on marine interpretation, enjoy a tailored experience with knowledgeable marine biologists, gaining a fascinating insight into the reef’s diverse ecology. Whether snorkelling or diving, you’ll explore vibrant coral formations and marine life, with opportunities for introductory dives or up to three certified dives. During the season, you may even have the chance to swim with Dwarf Minke Whales, creating unforgettable moments on your journey through the reef.
Your Poseidon Day
Departing daily from Port Douglas, Poseidon is a 24 metre catamaran designed for personalised dive and snorkel adventures as you visit 3 different reef sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef at the stunning Agincourt ribbon reefs.
Enjoy adventure snorkelling or choose to scuba dive (additional cost) in this marine wilderness. Certified divers can enjoy up to 3 dives. With freshwater showers, a licensed bar, air-conditioned saloon and open deck areas, Poseidon makes a perfect setting to enjoy a day on the reef. Poseidon also has a special permit allowing guests to swim with the dwarf minke whales.
Itinerary
(Times may vary subject to sites visited)
08:00am → Check-in at Quicksilver’s office
08:15am → Board vessel at Port Douglas Marina
08:30am → Depart for Outer Barrier Reef
10:20am → Arrive at 1st Agincourt Reef site
11:20am → Transit to 2nd site
11:30am → Arrive at 2nd site
12:00pm → Buffet lunch served
01:20pm → Transit to 3rd site
01:30pm → Arrive at 3rd site, afternoon tea
02:30pm → Final passenger boarding
02:40pm → Return journey
04:15pm → Arrive at Port Douglas Marina.
Features
- Family Friendly Tours and Activities
- Agincourt Reef Tours
- Learn to Dive
- Outer Reef Tours
- Scuba Diving Tours
- Snorkel Tours
Inclusions
- Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- Return cruise from Port Douglas marina
- Morning tea, coffee with fresh muffins and focaccia on boarding; afternoon tea with cake and tropical fruit platter
- Tropical buffet lunch with prawns
- Reef Biosearch marine biologist site brief and interpretation at each reef site
- Premium snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and instruction provided
- Premium dive equipment including wetsuits
- Lycra suits and flotation devices
- Prescription masks available at no extra cost
- Hot freshwater showers
- Citizen science! Opportunity to participate in a monitoring survey
What to bring
- Your camera
- Swimming costume and beach towel
- Hat, sunscreen and shirt for sun protection
- Cash for drinks at the bar, credit card for shopping and additional dives
- Underwater digital cameras available for hire
- Certification card for certified divers
Address
44 Wharf Street Port Douglas, QLD 4877 Australia
Host(s)
The Poseidon Team
