Silversonic Dive & Snorkel Adventures
Additional Information
A Government Environmental Management Charge of $5.50 is levied for all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This is payable direct on the day of travel.
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 "southern" reef systems, you can also choose to travel aboard Silversonic's Cairns-based sistership, Silverswift. Check out the Silver Series!
- Included in price:
- Coach pick up from Port Douglas Hotels, Return Silversonic Cruise, morning and afternoon teas, hot & cold tropical smorgasboard lunch, all snorkelling equipment and instruction provided, qualified snorkelling safety officers on hand, equipment for divers provided, guided snorkel tour, prescription masks available at no extra cost.
- Able to be purchased/hired:
- Wetsuits available for hire onboard (included for divers), Underwater cameras available for purchase, Underwater digital cameras available for hire.
- What to bring:
- Hat and Sunscreen, camera, swimming costume, credit cards for shopping and addditional dives, shirt for sun protection, beach towel, cash for drinks at bar.
- Fitness level required:
- Not specified
- Child policies:
- Children 4 - 14 inclusive
- Departure points:
- Cairns, Queensland
Port Douglas, Queensland
Palm Cove, Queensland
Cairns Beaches, Queensland - Departure time:
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8:30 AM Daily
- Pickup/departure instructions:
- Cruise departs Marina Mirage, Port Douglas at 8.30am. Transfers from Port Douglas Hotels included. Coach transfers from Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches available at an additional cost (pick-up times confirmed at time of booking) (See optional extras). Passengers joining the cruise from Cairns and Northern Beaches aboard Quicksilver's luxury coaches, can experience one of Australia's most scenic coastal drives with commentary.
- Duration:
- Full Day
- Approximate Return Time:
- Silversonic arrives back at the Port Douglas Marina at 4.30pm.
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Jan
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- Apr
- May
The above prices include $5.50 per person, which is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel.
Click on a price to view more options and details.Tour Details
- Operator
- Quicksilver Cruises
- Destination
- Great Barrier Reef
- Departs From
- Cairns, Port Douglas, Palm Cove and Cairns Beaches
Tour Description
Explore the outer Great Barrier Reef at the renowned Agincourt Ribbon Reef in superb style and comfort with the ultramodern 29 metre catamaran, Silversonic – custom-designed for the thrill of diving and snorkelling for small groups of adventure-minded people.
You’ll spend over 5 hours at play in 3 different and exclusive sites exploring the delights of this underwater world. From first time divers to certified divers, our expert dive instructors and snorkelling safety officers are on hand for you to enjoy up to 3 certified dives, introductory diving and adventure snorkelling.
In between water activities, relax on the expansive sundecks overlooking the Coral Sea or in the vessel’s airconditioned lounges.
The luxurious Silversonic has everything you’ll need to fully experience the wonders of the reef in comfort and safety. Features include a state-of-the-art ride control system ensuring a super smooth journey even when travelling at 32 knots, a 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 Silversonic adventure includes:
• Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
• Return Silversonic cruise from Port Douglas
• Morning and afternoon teas
• Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch
• All snorkelling equipment provided
• Snorkel brief at each site
• Qualified lifeguard on hand
• Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit (extra charges apply)
• FREE Snorkel Tour with a Reef Guide
• Prescription masks available at no additional cost
• Hot freshwater showers
To experience the beauty of our "southern" reef systems, you can also choose to travel aboard Silversonic's Cairns-based sistership, Silverswift. Check out the Silver Series!
Silversonic 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
Silversonic Dive & Snorkel Adventures
Rates
| Adult | Child | Family | Pensioner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $200.50 | $142.50 | – | $200.50 |
| Pay Now | $195.00 | $137.00 | – | $195.00 |
Pay Later  |
$5.50 | $5.50 | – | $5.50 |
Optional Extras
Certified Scuba Dive - 1 Dive - Including dive gear Adults: $45.00 | Children: $45.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 1 Dive - Tanks & weights only Adults: $35.00 | Children: $35.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 2 Dives - Including dive gear Adults: $65.00 | Children: $65.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 2 Dives - Tanks & weights only Adults: $45.00 | Children: $45.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 3 Dives - Including dive gear Adults: $77.00 | Children: $77.00 | Pensioners: –
Certified Scuba Dive - 3 Dives - Tanks & weights only Adults: $57.00 | Children: $57.00 | Pensioners: –
Introductory Scuba Dive - 1 Dive Adults: $65.00 | Children: $65.00 | Pensioners: –
Introductory Scuba Dive - 2 Dives Adults: $115.00 | Children: $115.00 | Pensioners: –
Transfers from Cairns, Cairns Beaches or Silky Oaks Adults: $20.00 | Children: $20.00 | Pensioners: –
