Fine Diving on the Northern Reefs
Really good reefs are accessible for divers from Port Douglas.
It is worth the drive 60 km north out of Cairns to Port Douglas
for a day trip. The coastal road is so scenic, it would be a shame
to miss it.
The 24m Catamaran takes up to 77 passengers in comfort. There
are usually more snorkellers than divers on this trip.
Dive Sites
Poseidon brings divers in about 90 minutes out to the reefs. Agincourt
Reef, Opal Reef, Tongue Reef, The Sisters, Rudder Reef and Chinaman
Reef have great dive sites. The water out here is usually a little
clearer and the reefs are less frequented. This area is also great
for snorkellers.
Click
here for general information about dive regions which are
visited by Poseidon.
Itinerary
- Early pick up from your accommodation (in Cairns very early)
- 8.30am departure with the Poseidon at Marina Mirage, Port Douglas
- Coffee, tea and snacks on the way to the reef
- Arrival at the reef
- 5 hours for diving, snorkelling and relaxing
- Lunch after the first dive
- Snorkelling gear and introduction for first time snorkellers
are included in the price
- An interesting talk about marine biology and the Great Barrier
Reef
- Very well maintained dive equipment for hire
- Approximately 4.00pm arrival in Port Douglas
- Transfer to your accommodation
Features
- Snorkelling: Visit spectacular Agincourt reef at the
very edge of the Great Barrier Reef and spend a leisurely five
hours at play amongst the colourful coral and marine life. All
your snorkelling gear is provided. So there is nothing to hold
you back!
- Introductory Diving: Discover scuba diving. Diving is
for everyone... including those who have never dived before. While
snorkelling allows you to view fish and coral from above the reef,
diving allows you to experience the underwater world close up,
explore the coral and swimming with the fish. If this is your
only chance to see the Great Barrier Reef, make sure you experience
all you can by diving it. All our Dive Instructors are professionally
qualified PADI Instructors. There is still plenty of time to enjoy
all other activities on board with family and friends. Please
note a medical form must be completed on board.
- Certified Diving: Certified divers can enjoy up to three
dives, with introductory divers able to do a second dive if they
choose. Snorkellers can explore spectacular coral formations and
underwater gardens teeming with vibrantly coloured marine creatures.
The locations vary with the conditions, however each site is chosen
for visual impact, ecological diversity and the challenge of discovery.