SeaStar
Departure Times
Departure Point: E Finger, Cairns Marlin Marina
Pricing Options
See the best of the Outer Great Barrier Reef during an action-packed day trip with Seastar Cruises
- Visit Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Reef on this fun day trip
- Take the opportunity to snorkel or scuba dive as you explore
- Added bonus of a glass bottom boat tour and snorkel tours
- Discover the beautiful reefs of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Overview
Seastar Cruises will take you on an action-packed day to the Outer Great Barrier Reef on board the comfortable, fast and air-conditioned Seastar. Seastar will get you to the Outer Reef in just over an hour, ensuring you can start your day of exploring, adventuring, snorkelling and scuba diving as soon as possible!
Seastar Cruises will take you to Michaelmas Cay, the largest uninhabited coral cay in the area, as well as Hasting Reef, one of the many beautiful and colourful reefs of the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy not only a day of snorkelling and scuba diving on the Outer Reef, but also enjoy a scenic cruise on the way out past Green Island, Upolu Cay and Oyster Reef.
Features
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Buffet lunch
- Snorkel tours - one at each destination
- Glass bottom boat tour
- Snorkelling equipment included, including stinger suits in season
- Optical masks available
- Flotation devices available
- Fast, comfortable, air-conditioned boat
- Photos taken by crew and uploaded to Facebook
- Reef Interpretation 'Reef Brief'
- Island circumnavigation for bird lovers
- All scuba diving equipment provided for divers
- Can complete 2 scuba dives (second dive to be paid onboard)
Sample Itinerary
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Snorkelling
Enjoy your first snorkel at Michaelmas Cay where your crew will transfer you to the beach so you can make your way to the reef at your leisure. Take the time to enjoy the beautiful marine life that awaits, checking out all the reef has to offer! You can enjoy both an adventure snorkel tour or a novice snorkel tour so all levels of snorkellers can enjoy Michaelmas Cay. Afterwards, yo...
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Reef Sites
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Start your day with some underwater exploration around Michaelmas Cay! This low-lying sand island is nestled on top of pristine coral reefs that are filled with marine life. You can snorkel, swim, or see the underwater world on a glass bottom boat.
Your second stop is Hastings Reef, an amazing spot for scuba diving or snorkelling on the outer edge of the Great Bar...
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Start your day with some underwater exploration around Michaelmas Cay! This low-lying sand island is nestled on top of pristine coral reefs that are filled with marine life. You can snorkel, swim, or see the underwater world on a glass bottom boat.
Your second stop is Hastings Reef, an amazing spot for scuba diving or snorkelling on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel in shallow coral lagoons or dive deeper down through caves, swim-throughs, and sloping walls of unique corals.
Important Information
- Please note introductory divers must be 12 years of age.
- Divers may be subject to a medical questionnaire before they are able to dive.
- Please click here for more diving information and to read the medical questionnaire.
What To Bring
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Water
- Money for snacks or drinks
What's Included
- Fast, modern, air-conditioned Catamaran
- Morning / Afternoon Tea
- Hot & Cold Buffet Lunch
- Reef Interpretation talk
- Guided snorkel tours at both destinations
- Snorkel Equipment & instruction
- Buoyancy Vest, Floatation Device
- Wetsuit or Lycra suit (seasonal)
- Optical mask
- Glass bottom boat tour
- Photos taken throughout the day by our crew and uploaded to Facebook daily
What's Extra
- Souvenirs
- Return bus transfers $30pp from Cairns, $40pp from Northern Beaches and Outer Cairns City Area
- Drinks and snacks
- Scuba diving (first intro dive payable at checkout, second intro dive payable onboard the boat for $55)
- $20 levy to be paid on board the boat (included in advertised price)
Your safety in the water is our primary concern. To ensure your comfort and safety introductory divers must be 12 years or over. Please note divers may be subject to a medical questionnaire before they are able to dive. Please click here for more diving information and to read the medical questionnaire.
Cancellations
No shows or client cancellations made within 30 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age for diving?
The minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years old.
What time is check in?
Check in is at 7:30am for an 8am departure. Meet at Jetty E Finger at the Cairns Marlin Marina.
Are transfers available?
Yes, return bus transfers are available for an extra cost.
Is food included?
Yes, morning and afternoon tea as well as a buffet lunch are included.
Is snorkel and dive gear provided?
Yes, all snorkel and dive gear are included!
What destinations do we visit?
You'll visit Michaelmas Cay, a gorgeous sand island on the reef, and Hastings Reef, a beautiful reef site on the Outer Reef.
How many dives can we do?
You can complete up to 2 dives. The first dive is payable at checkout, the second dive is payable onboard the boat!
