
The Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is a shore excursion in Cairns, run by Carnival Cruise Line. It takes 7 hours 30 minutes. Prices: Adult $240, Child $240.

About The Great Barrier Reef
Reef Snorkel: Set off on a catamaran adventure to the Great Barrier Reef, the largest living thing on Earth. Explore the vibrant coral gardens and encounter a variety of marine species, from reef sharks to turtles. With a marine naturalist on board to provide insights, enjoy swimming and snorkeling opportunities in an open ocean, deep-water environment directly from the vessel, with the option to try scuba diving for a deeper exploration of the reef (additional cost). Replenish your energy with a delectable lunch and then take advantage of some extra time for more underwater adventures before heading back to your ship.
Know before you go
Health & fitness
- For safety reasons, this tour is not recommended for guests who are competent swimmers in open ocean conditions.
- Participation in snorkeling or diving (optional activities) requires that guests must be able to swim and to comply with all safety requirements and procedures implemented by the operator.
- Certain medical conditions including asthma, lung and heart conditions may prevent guests from participating in snorkeling.
- Guests with such conditions will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and undergo an assessment by trained GBR staff on the day.
- The operator also reserves the right to determine if guests are fit to participate based on their swimming ability and physical condition.
- Please note swimming takes place in a deep-water, open ocean environment from the back of a vessel, not off a sandy shore/Pontoon.
- Make sure to bring swimmers and a towel.
What to bring
- Bring: Please wear comfortable flat-soled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat, jacket, reef-safe sunscreen and bottled water.
Other
- All guests must sign a waiver.
- Snorkel, mask, fins, Stinger/Lycra suits and flotation devices are included.
- Travel time to the Great Barrier Reef is approximately 90 minutes each way.
- Please be aware that depending on weather and sea conditions, the journey may be bumpy at times.
- Guests prone to seasickness are advised to take appropriate precautions.
- Marine life sightings cannot be guaranteed as they vary by season and weather conditions.






