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The fastest cat to the Great Barrier Reef - brand-new luxury!!

Sleek, smooth and sun-kissed, Silversonic is ready to explore, eager to whisk you away for a day of adventure with others who seek the thrill of discovery. Silversonic is a brand-new luxury catamaran designed for water based adventure activities. It can take up to 80 passengers and usually has more snorkellers than divers on board. Silversonic is the fastest trip out to the reef, with a maximim speed of 32 knots. She is stable and offers a very good compromise for diver/non-diver groups.

Dive Sites

Careful consideration is taken by the Silversonic team when choosing the reef sites during the day. The time of the year, weather, tides, water clarity and the abundance of marine life, all impact on the choice of location for the day.

There is a multitude of marine life at Agincourt Reef from tiny iridescent fish seeking shelter in their coral homes to massive giant clams weighing up to 200kg (440lbs). Perhaps you will see a small harmless reef shark or a boulder coral hundreds of years old.

Whether you are diving or snorkelling, experienced or a novice, the Silversonic crew with their 25 years of combined experience will show you the best there is to see.

Click here for general information about dive regions which are visited by Silversonic.

Itinerary

8.15am - On boarding enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee and a foccacia bread. For your safety, hot drinks are not served once the vessel is underway. Passengers are required to be onboard the vessel 15 minutes before departure.

8.30am - Depart Marina Mirage for the trip to the Outer Barrier Reef. On the way, detailed certified and introductory dive briefings are given.

10.20am - Arrive at the first site. Divers gear up, while snorkellers listen to a site briefing by the snorkelling advisor. Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder!

11.30am - After the initial water activities, enjoy a tropical hot and cold lunch [included in the fare] served in the air conditioned cabin. The lunch includes fresh prawns, pasta, meats, salads and fruit. There are bar facilities available where you can purchase drinks.

12.15pm - Depart for second reef location Agincourt Reef System. Certified divers and snorkellers receive another briefing, then jump in the water.

1.40pm - Silversonic moves to third location - more diving and snorkelling time.

2.15pm - Afternoon tea is served.

2.50pm - Depart Agincourt Reef for Port Douglas. Reef video viewing on board.

4.30pm - Arrival at Marina Mirage, Port Douglas

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. We have been taking people to the reef for over 18 years and all 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.

Prices (per person)	01 Apr 09 - 31 Mar 10
Certified Divers
1 certified dive with full hire gear (including BCD & regulators)	AU$ 222
2 certified dives with full hire gear (including BCD & regulators)	AU$ 240
3 certified dives with full hire gear (including BCD & regulators)	AU$ 255
1 certified dive with weights, belt & tank	AU$ 202
2 certified dives with weights, belt & tank	AU$ 220
3 certified dives with weights, belt & tank	AU$ 235
Non-Divers
Barrier Reef day trip including snorkelling gear (Non Divers)	AU$ 170
As above plus 1 introductory dive	AU$ 230
As above plus 2 introductory dives	AU$ 270
Children 4-14 years inclusive cruise and snorkelling gear	AU$ 132.50
Transfers to/from Cairns	AU$ 15
Inclusions: Non-alcoholic beverages (Tea, coffee, water) Return transfer to/from your accommodation in Port Douglas (Cairns with surcharge) Lunch plus snacks 2 -3 dives per day (certified divers) Use of aluminum cylinders, weights, weight belts Australian Government Goods & Services Tax Extras: fuel surcharges Environmental Managemnet Charge Wetsuits for non-divers can be hired onboard Coach Transfers: Pick-ups from Port Douglas are complimentary. Pick-ups from Cairns can be arranged for AU$15 pp. Luxury air-conditioned coaches transfer Cairns and Northern Beaches passengers along one of Australia's most beautiful scenic coastal drives.

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