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Silversonic

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5.0 (16 Reviews)

Departure Times

Departs: Port Douglas Marina 8:30am - Daily
Returns: Port Douglas Marina 4:30 pm - Daily

Check-in: Quicksilver Reservations, Port Douglas Marina

Pricing Options

$302 AUD / Person - Adult (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$218 AUD / Person - Child 4-14 yrs (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$0 AUD / Person - Infant (0-3yrs) (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2026)
$382 AUD / Person - Adult + 1 Intro Dive (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$462 AUD / Person - Adult + 2 Intro Dives (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$368 AUD / Person - Adult + 1 Cert Dive (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$398 AUD / Person - Adult + 2 Cert Dives (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$418 AUD / Person - Adult + 3 Cert Dives (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$39 AUD / Person - Add On: Cairns Return Transfer - Adult (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$34 AUD / Person - Add On: Cairns Return Transfer - Child (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)

Dive your way through the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef on Silversonic!

  • Depart from Port Douglas for an immersive day trip to the Great Barrier Reef
  • Snorkel or scuba dive at 3 different locations
  • Five hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef
  • Great for snorkellers, introductory divers and certified divers
  • Tropical buffet lunch and snacks included

Silversonic is a luxurious, ultramodern 29m catamaran designed with speed and comfort in mind!  The state-of-the-art ride control system helps provide a super smooth ride to the beautiful Agincourt Reef of the Great Barrier Reef. With over five hours at three different reef spots, you will be able to immerse yourself into the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef.

Each site is chosen on your day of travel to best showcase the visual and ecological diversity of the Great Barrier Reef to ensure you can have the diving or snorkelling experience of a lifetime. Silversonic also offers hot fresh water showers, change rooms and even a licensed bar for you to share a drink and the tales of your adventure!

scuba diver on the great barrier reef corals

Highlights

  • Spacious modern decks
  • State-of-the-art ride control
  • Five hours at the reef
  • Three different dive sites
  • Certified Diving or Introductory Diving
  • Hot fresh water showers
  • Onboard bar
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Hot and cold tropical lunch
  • Prescription masks are available at no additional cost
  • Advanced Ecotourism Certification
  • Guided Snorkel Tours
  • Return coach transfers from Port Douglas hotel and hostel accommodation

Sample Itinerary

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Silversonic is an amazing opportunity to dive and snorkel on the Outer Great Barrier Reef on the famous and stunning Agincourt Ribbon Reefs. Divers and snorkellers are both welcome, where we can take you to some of the best locations to explore and discover the beauty of the reef for yourself. 

8:15am Arrive at Reef Marina, Port Douglas for boarding, where you'll find complimentary tea and coff...

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Reef Sites

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SilverSonic visits Agincourt Reef at the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, where you will get to check out 3 different locations! SilverSonic has 29 different sites it visits all dependent on the conditions of the day, including but not limited to:

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What To Bring

  • Camera
  • Swimming costume and towel
  • Hat, sunscreen and shirt
  • Certification Card for Certified Divers
  • Cash for drinks at the bar, credit card for additional dives
  • Underwater digital cameras available for hire
  • Professional underwater photo and video service on board

What's Included

  • Return coach transfers from Port Douglas hotel and hostel accommodation (Does not apply to private residences and Airbnb)
  • Return Silversonic cru...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the boat depart from and what time?

Check in starts at the Silversonic/Quicksilver reservations counter inside the Port Douglas Marina between 7:30 and 8:00am. Silversonic departs the marina at 8:30am. Staff will issue you with a boarding pass and direct you to the boat.

When will it return?

You’ll arrive back at the Port Douglas Marina around 4:30pm.

Are transfers included?

Return transfers from Port Douglas hotel and hostel accommodations are included, with the exclusion of Silky Oaks Lodge. Return coach transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches for an additional fee which you can add at checkout!

How many hours do we spend on the reef?

You will have around 5 hours at the 3 reef sites combined.

Will there be sharks on the reef?

There are sharks in every ocean, and some of them live on the Great Barrier Reef. The most commonly seen sharks are white and black tip reef sharks, which are actually quite timid and pose little threat to divers and snorkellers.

Are special dietary requirements catered for?

Yes! A spread of hot and cold buffet lunch is on offer, including vegetarian options. Other special requests are sometimes possible with adequate notice prior to the day of your trip. Please let us know when booking if you have any allergies or special dietary requirements.

What if I get seasick?

Silversonic has state-of-the-art ride control systems to ensure a smoother journey out to the reef. Motion sickness medication is available onboard for purchase. Ginger tablets are available free onboard as a natural alternative, but please note that they are a preventative measure only, and may not help if you are already feeling nauseous.

Can I scuba dive with no experience?

No experience is necessary for an introductory dive, however age and medical conditions do apply. The minimum age is 12 years. Some medical conditions prevent diving, for example, asthma or respiratory conditions, heart conditions, epilepsy, diabetes and certain medications. Diving is subject to a medical questionnaire.

How many dives can I do?

Certified divers can do up to 3 certified dives during the day. Introductory divers can do 2 dives.

What if I can’t swim very well?

Flotation or buoyancy vests and swimming noodles are supplied free of charge for your use.

Reviews

Overall Rating

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Based on 16 reviews

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Reviews by our Cairns Tours customers

India Long, 18 Nov 24
My favourite day so far up the east coast! Me and my 3 friends went on Silver Sonic because we had heard it’s the best reef in Cairns and we definitely weren’t disappointed! From the moment we got on the boat to the moment we got off, it was just incredible! I did 3 dives, the equipment was already organised and was in perfect condition and the instructors and crew were so kind and knowledgeable! The boat itself is immaculate and the food was delicious! The reef was pristine, lots of beautiful coral, colourful fish and reef sharks! I have done many dive boats in Australia / South East Asia and this one was definitely up there with one of the best! Thank you to the Crew on SilverSonic and to Taylor from Cairns-Tours / The Travel Shop for booking us onto the most perfect trip!
Jess condon, 10 Nov 24
Had a great day out on Silversonic from Port Douglas. Visited 3 snorkel / dive spots. The dives were fun! Saw a few reef sharks, lots of Nemo's, Giant clams and other interesting marine life. morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea were all included and they had nice veggie options. The boat it small, but not over crowded which was good. I'd travel with them again!
SAKI JONAI, 02 Nov 24
It was the best reef trip ever! I had really great time with Silver sonic. I have done 3 certificated dives. I saw some sharks and lots of different fish. If you want to see best reefs, Silver sonic will never made you disappointed.
Shane Baldwin, 01 Nov 24
I had a really good time and the reef was awesome, but I do wish I'd known the boat is a bit more diver focused than snorkel focused. Don't get me wrong, it was awesome and the water was super clear with tons of fish around, but I wish I'd been a little closer to it all!
Lou
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