Reef Encounter, Australia
- Nitrox available
- Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
- Naturalist Guide
Highlights
Reef Encounter is a 35-meter catamaran accommodating up to 40 guests in 20 air-conditioned staterooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and ocean views. Choose from the classic Stateroom Liveaboard or the premium Top Deck Club, offering first-class perks like a bottle of Australian sparkling wine in the cabin, private guide service, and late check-out. All rooms feature double or twin bed options, complimentary toiletries, and unlimited hot showers thanks to the vessel’s freshwater system, making Reef Encounter feel like a boutique hotel on the sea.
Guests can unwind in the dining saloon, bar, and lounge, or relax on the sundeck with loungers and a bubbling hot tub overlooking the Coral Sea. All meals are freshly prepared by the onboard chef, with a mix of buffet breakfasts and lunches followed by sit-down dinners and sweet desserts. Throughout the day, enjoy complimentary fruit, tea, and coffee, or order snacks and drinks from the bar. Whether indoors or out on deck, every area is designed for both relaxation and social connection between dives.
Reef Encounter offers daily departures from Cairns Marina, with trips tailored for all travelers, from first-time snorkelers and families to certified divers and students completing SSI dive courses. The crew visits five different reefs chosen for the best conditions, offering chances to snorkel, scuba dive, and even dive at night. Guests can join marine biology presentations, take part in dive training, or soak up the reef’s beauty at their own pace. With flexible trip durations and seamless daily transfers, Reef Encounter provides one of the most convenient and rewarding ways to experience the Great Barrier Reef.
Note: Guided dives for certified divers are available at AUD 10 per dive when pre-booked, or AUD 15 per dive when arranged on board.
Book your Great Barrier Reef adventure aboard the Reef Encounter.
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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Night Dives, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Hotel Transfer (25 AUD per trip), Alcoholic Beverages (6-16 AUD per item), Soft drinks (4 AUD per item), Welcome Cocktails (14-18 AUD per item), Wine with Dinner (35-40 AUD per item), Snacks (2-6 AUD per item), Diving Package, Nitrox (15 AUD per item), Nitrox Course (310 AUD), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (175-270 AUD), Glass Bottom Boat Excursion (20-35 AUD per activity), Naturalist Guide (40 AUD per activity).
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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