Cairns Cruises

The onboard staff were very enthusiastic and provided detailed introductions. After boarding, we left our ID at the counter to borrow prescription diving masks. At the second dive site, we decided on the spot to pay the 20 AUD for the glass-bottom boat ride, where we saw many fish and corals. The meals on board were simple and average, so those who care about food can bring their own snacks. Also, it is recommended to take motion sickness medicine to avoid ruining a wonderful trip.

Geweldige ervaring! Goed georganiseerd voor meer dan 100 passagiers, van veiligheid, zitplaatsen, uitrusting tot lunch en afternoon tea. Geweldig voor onze eerste keer snorkelen, en het personeel was vriendelijk. Helaas werd de helikopter geannuleerd vanwege het weer, maar al het andere was goed. Hoewel we erg zeeziek werden (ondanks dat we pillen namen), was het het absoluut waard!

Geweldige dagtocht naar het rif, we konden stoppen bij 2 duikplekken en mijn pakket omvatte ook 1 helikoptervlucht. De operator heeft ook een fotograaf, die je hielp met onderwaterfoto's die je later kon kopen (hoewel het vrij prijzig is voor $20/foto). De lunch is eenvoudig (steak, garnalen, gegrilde vis, salade & pasta) maar heerlijk, en de garnalen waren erg vers. Wat ik graag beter had gezien, is de aankondiging van de helikoptervlucht – het zou beter zijn geweest als ze mijn beurt ongeveer 10-15 minuten voor het opstijgen hadden aangekondigd, zodat ik genoeg tijd had om me om te kleden naar normale kleding (ik was daarvoor aan het snorkelen). Ik geloof ook dat als passagiers minstens 30 minuten voor vertrek de tijd krijgen om pillen tegen reisziekte in te nemen, dit beter zal werken. Sommige passagiers op mijn reis namen de pil maar werden toch ziek, misschien omdat de pil niet genoeg tijd had om in te werken (je moet hem na het ontbijt innemen, minstens 30 minuten voor vertrek).

Uitstekende ervaring! Het Great Barrier Reef is zeker de moeite waard! De boot van Sunlovers was erg mooi vergeleken met andere boten. De gidsen voor de SeaWalker en het Scuba Duiken waren uitstekend. We hadden ook de beste snorkelervaring!

Nice island getaway with a relaxing vibe We joined a day trip to Fitzroy Island and overall had a nice experience. The boat ride from the marina took about 45 minutes, which was quite manageable. The weather in the days before our trip had been rainy, so the guide let us know in advance that the water might not be very clear. Even so, it was still enjoyable to spend time on the island and go into the water. The beach we were at had corals instead of soft sand, so it was a bit harder and more slippery to walk on, something visitors may want to be prepared for. We still managed to see a few fishes and corals while snorkelling. Overall, it was a relaxing and pleasant day trip, especially if you want to enjoy island scenery and spend some time by the water. I’d recommend bringing suitable footwear for the coral beach and managing expectations depending on recent weather conditions.

We participated in an afternoon departure on a pleasantly cool spring day. On the way there, we encountered whales! An announcement was made, and we stopped for a while to watch them. At Green Island, snorkeling was canceled that day due to a crocodile sighting, so we went on a glass-bottom boat tour instead. We could have still gone into the ocean, but we decided to enjoy the island's walking trails, which led to several small beaches. Before heading back, we dipped our feet in the water.

Although it was a half-day tour, lunch was included, and we were able to fully enjoy the Great Barrier Reef—we were extremely satisfied! We received an email a couple of days beforehand asking us to call to choose between snorkeling or the glass-bottom boat, but they were able to assist us via email instead. I had heard that the boat causes motion sickness, but I didn't get that sick at all. Overall, it was a thoroughly satisfying tour.

This was my first time snorkelling and the staff made be feel at ease by reassuring me and constantly checking up on me while not giving me any pressure. I had a great time in the water! I also loved how much there was to do on this Pontoin, even if you did not go snorkelling! 5 hours truly flies by. Part of the reason I chose Reef Magic was because I heard they conducted reef conservation work and I was happy to actually see the Marine Biologists dive for broken coral for reef recovery. WARNING: bring seasickness medicine even if you don't normally get sea sick. The ride to the Outer Reef was rough. The lunch buffet looked delicious but I was too nauseous to fully enjoy it.

Fantastic trip out to the reef, staff were very helpful, everything supplied. The reef was amazing, saw so much. We were very lucky to have a beautiful, calm day. Great experience.