Certified Diving with Silversonic CruisesOuter Reef Day Cruise
Departing daily from Port Douglas... When you step aboard the 29 metre luxury dive catamaran Silversonic, you are set for an exhilarating day of fun, discovery and adventure in the natural wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef.
This is an ideal day for experienced divers and confident snorkellers. Visiting a rich tapestry of remote and exclusive World Heritage Great Barrier Reef sites, Silversonic has access to over 35 spectacular Agincourt ribbon reef sites. Each day, Silversonic takes you to visit three different sites over five hours, each chosen for visual and ecological diversity suited to the day’s conditions.
Certified divers have the option for up to three dives and exciting dive experiences; drift and wall dives, bommies and pinnacles, coral gardens and swim-throughs.
Introductory diving is also available for first time divers. An informative guided snorkel tour is included in the day. An added bonus during whale season, Silversonic has one of the few permits that allows guests to swim with dwarf minke whales if encountered – a truly unforgettable experience.
Silversonic features a state-of-the-art ride control system to help ensure a smooth journey, a submerged platform for easy water access, hot freshwater showers, change rooms, air conditioned lounges and a licensed bar.
- Return coach transfer from Port Douglas accommodation
- Return Silversonic cruise from Port Douglas
- Scrumptious morning tea including focaccias and muffin cakes on boarding, Afternoon tea cakes, cheese & biscuits.
- Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch.
- Reef Interpretation.
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel and fins).
- Guided Snorkel Tour
- Snorkel brief at each site.
- Qualified lifeguard supervision.
- Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuit.
- Hot freshwater showers.
- Prescription masks available at no additional cost.
- Lycra suits included
| From 7.30am | Check-inCheck-in at Quicksilver Reservations Counter located inside the Port Douglas Marina for your boarding passes. |
| 8:15am | Vessel boardingComplimentary morning tea/breakfast served. |
| 8:30am | DepartureDepart Port Douglas Marina for the Outer Barrier Reef.On the outward journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin. |
| 10:15am | Arrival - First reef locationArrive at first reef location.Divers gear up, while snorkellers' site briefing begins. Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder! |
| 11:30am | Second reef locationSilversonic departs for second reef location.Option for introductory divers and certified divers to do a second dive. Snorkellers site briefing. |
| 12:00am | Buffet LunchTropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air conditioned cabin. |
| 1:40pm | Third reef locationSilversonic departs for third reef location.On arrival, snorkellers are once again briefed as to the best areas to snorkel. Guided Snorkel Tour Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive. |
| 2:30pm | Afternoon TeaAfternoon tea is served |
| 3:00pm | DepartureAll passengers board vessel for final passenger count and departure for Port Douglas |
| 4:30pm | Port DouglasSilversonic arrives at Port Douglas Marina |
| 4:55pm | Coaches departCoaches depart for accommodation |
- Diving (see rates below)
- Soft drinks, beer, wine and chocolates etc.
- Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches of Cairns.
- Minimum age for introductory dives is 12 years.
- Some medical conditions and medications may prevent you from diving. Please see our Medical Information for more details.
- If you do require a dive medical, it must be obtained prior to commencing the course and must not be more than 90 days old when you start with us.
- Certified divers must posses an international recognized SCUBA certificate card.
| Rates 2024/2025 | ||
| Silversonic Outer Reef Cruise | Price per person | Child | Adult |
| Snorkel & Cruise | $218.00 | $302.00 |
| Add-Ons and Optional Activities | ||
| All schedules, activities and prices may be varied without notice. Listed fares in Australian dollars include Goods and Services Tax. | ||
| Introductory Dive | (including dive gear and wetsuit) | Child | Adult |
| 1 Dive | $80.00 | $80.00 |
| 2 Dives | $160.00 | $160.00 |
| Certified Scuba Dive | (including dive gear and wetsuit) | Child | Adult |
| 1 Dive | $66.00 | $66.00 |
| 2 Dives | $96.00 | $96.00 |
| 3 Dives | $116.00 | $116.00 |
| Certified Scuba Dive | Tanks & weights only | Child | Adult |
| 1 Dive | $55.00 | $55.00 |
| 2 Dives | $83.00 | $83.00 |
| 3 Dives | $103.00 | $103.00 |
| Return Coach Transfer | Cairns & Northern Beaches | Child | Adult |
| Return coach transfer Cairns and Northern Beaches | $39.00 | $34.00 |
