Unforgettable Small-Group Liveaboard Adventure Departing Cairns
- Intimate Experience 🛥️ With a maximum of 12 guests and a dedicated crew of 3, enjoy personalised attention and a cosy atmosphere on board.
- Diverse Reef Access 🐠 Explore over 25 exclusive dive and snorkel sites on the Great Barrier Reef, ensuring vibrant marine life encounters.
- Guided Diving Adventures 🤿 All dives are led by experienced instructors, enhancing safety and enriching underwater exploration.
- Authentic Sailing Journey ⛵ Embrace the tranquillity of the sea as the vessel sails whenever possible, offering a genuine maritime experience.
- Comfortable Accommodations 🛏️ Choose from private double cabins or shared bunk spaces, all featuring air conditioning and access to shared bathrooms with hot showers.
- Night Diving Experience 🌌 Certified divers can embark on a night dive to witness the reef’s nocturnal marine life, adding excitement to the adventure.
- Freshly Prepared Meals 🍽️ Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner freshly prepared onboard, catering to various dietary needs and enhancing your onboard experience.
Coral Sea Dreaming offers an unparalleled, intimate way to experience the Great Barrier Reef as the smallest liveaboard departing from Cairns. Embrace the beauty of the Reef and make every moment count with this unique liveaboard adventure.
FAQ’s
Do I need prior diving experience to join the tour?
Prior Experience 🤿
No, the tour caters to both certified divers and snorkellers. Beginners can enjoy guided snorkelling, while certified divers can explore exclusive dive sites with the guidance of experienced instructors.
Can non-divers join the trip?
Non-Divers 🚤
Yes! Non-divers are welcome and can enjoy snorkelling at shallow reef sites, relaxing on deck, and soaking in the stunning Great Barrier Reef views.
Are dietary requirements accommodated?
Dietaries 🍴
Yes, the onboard chef prepares fresh meals, and dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) can be accommodated with prior notice.
Is there a minimum age for participation?
Minimum Age 👶
Yes, the minimum age for diving is 12 years old, and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Is a medical check required for diving?
Medicals 🩺
Yes, all divers must complete a medical questionnaire prior to the trip. If certain conditions are indicated, a dive medical certificate may be required.
You can obtain this certificate from your GP or a specialist dive doctor. If you’re in need of one urgently, Cairns has a 24-hour medical centre that can assist with dive medicals promptly
You are responsible for ensuring you are medically fit to dive.
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Highlights
Overnight on the Great Barrier Reef aboard a sailboat
Itinerary
First day
- 7.45am – Board the Coral Sea Dreaming
- 8.00am – The journey to the Great Barrier Reef starts
- 11.00am – Arrival at the first site and first water session
- 13.00pm – Lunch
- 14.00pm – Moving to second site for another dive and snorkelling
- 15.00pm – Unstructured free time to relax in the sun or enjoy fun snorkelling
- 18.00pm – Night dive after sunset
- 20.00pm – Dinner
Second day
- 6.00am – Wake up on the Reef and watch the sun rise over the Coral Sea
- 6.30am – Breakfast
- 7.00am – Morning dive
- 9.30pm – Final dive of the trip
- 10.00pm – Unstructured free time to relax in the sun or enjoy fun snorkelling
- 11.00pm – Lunch
- 12.00pm – Sail back to Cairns
- 16.00pm – Arrival in Cairns
Included
- Expert crew: 2 dive instructors and a skipper
- Air-conditioned overnight accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner are freshly prepared onboard
- Bath towel and hot shower
- All snorkel equipment
- Water, coffee, tea and snacks throughout the day
Optional Extras
Optional Extras are all to be purchased and to be paid onboard:
- Certified dives (includes diving gear, 4-5 guided dives, and 1 night dive): $350 for certified package
- Introductory dives: $80 per dive
- Merchandise (souvenirs)
- Drinks (soft drinks, beer, wine)
What to bring
- One small overnight bag (no large backpacks)
- Swimwear and beach towel (bath towel is provided)
- Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen and camera
- Warm clothes during the cooler months
- Cert card/logbook for certified divers
- Cash or card for onboard extras
How to get there
Check-in at 7:45am at the boat location: Berth 3, Finger A, Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St Cairns
Important Information
Coral Sea Dreaming is an adventure tour suitable for those who can swim, dive or wish to try diving. There are no activities on the boat that would suit non-swimmers, very young children or people with mobility issues.
All divers must complete a medical questionnaire onboard and their fitness will be assessed by dive instructor. We reserve the right to prevent you from diving if we deem it unsafe for you. Check Hot Getaways medical questionnaire which will be similar to the one you need to fill out on the day: Medical Questionnaire
Coral Sea Dreaming is a sailing boat and we endeavour to sail as much as possible. However, it depends on the weather conditions of the day. We reserve the right to cancel any trips for reasons out of our control. Read our Cancellation policy
We can accommodate most dietary requirements, however let us know at least 2 days before the trip if you have any so we can organise the menu accordingly.
Flying and Scuba Diving
For a single no-decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning you must wait 24 hours after your dive.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.
