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Cairns Live Aboard Trips/Tours,  Overnight Barrier Reef Tri, Liveaboard Scubadiving Expeditions

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Imagine a live aboard tour where you wake up on the Coral Sea, and then go diving or snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns Tropical North Queensland Australia. Our tourist Information Centre has the widest range of Cairns live aboard trips and tours, live aboard scuba diving expeditions, overnight reef trips and live aboard dive cruising the Great Barrier Reef and remote. Coral Sea Reefs including the Cod Hole and Osprey Reef. We have budget live aboard dive trips from Cairns, overnight sailing trips to live aboard scuba diving expeditions. From budget outer reef dive trips to the best value and best deals on luxury Cairns live aboard Trips contact our Cairns Beach Information Centre. We have live aboard tours for snorkelers and divers. Choose from 2 day 1 night live aboard dive trips, 5 day 2 night live aboard as well as 3, 4 and 7 day scuba dive tours.

Our selection of options includes; the Coral Sea, Cod Hole, and Lizard Island, Ribbon Reefs, Osprey Reef or liveaboard experiences very close to Cairns.

Interested in the Cod Hole, Ribbon Reefs and Coral Sea for snorkelers just visit us at our Cairns Beaches Information Centre or phone us direct or just email us. Live aboard diving, night diving and live aboard, we specialises in specials, standby rates, live aboard information and all Cairns tours and travel information. We are recommended by some of the world’s leading guide books including Lonely Planet and Rough Guide for our unbiased and honest help and wide comprehensive selection of Cairns tours.

Cairns live aboard tour options and locations

We have live aboard tours near to Cairns on the Outer Barrier Reef as well as locations further north like the Cod hole ,Ribbon Reefs, Coral Sea and Osprey Reef. Below is just a selection of live aboard Tours.

Cairns Great Barrier Reef live aboard

A. (2 days 1 night) Cairns Great Barrier Reef live aboard: spend 1 night on the reef includes meals. Select snorkelling or diving options (number of dives can vary according to which live aboard boat you select) Budget options in multi share room or twin share or deluxe options such as private cabin.

B. (3 days 2 nights) Cairns Great Barrier Reef live aboard:   spend 2 nights 3 days on the reef includes meals. (Number of dives can vary according to which live aboard boat you select) Budget options in multi share room or twin share or deluxe options such as private cabin.

C. (4 days 3 nights) Cairns Great Barrier Reef live aboard: spend 3 nights 4 days on the reef, includes meals. (Number of dives can vary according to which live aboard boat you select) Budget options in multi share room or twin share or deluxe options such as private cabin.

D. (Cairns overnight live aboard for snorkelers): We have a range of overnight live aboards from sailing boats to luxury live aboard vessels.

E. (Rum Runner 2 day 1 night live aboard): Very affordable prices. Live aboard on sailboat with small numbers.

F. (Coral Sea Dreaming 2 days 1 night with just a maximum of 12 guests you can enjoy a overnight live aboard and sailing experience): This 2 day live aboard takes you to delightful locations such as Flynn, Milne and Norman Reefs. Contact us for the latest information on this popular sailing live aboard.

Cairns live aboard Trip Operators

1. OCEAN QUEST LIVE ABOARD: Stay overnight on the Great Barrier Reef choice of snorkeling or certified diving. Choose twin or ensuite-cabins. Choice of 2 day 1 night, 3 day 2 night, 4 day 3 night, 5 day 4 night trips.

2. REEF ENCOUNTER LIVE ABOARD: Choice of snorkeling Adventures, introductory/Resort dive Adventures and Certified Dive Adventure. Choose multishare cabin, stateroom or top deck accommodation. 2 day 1 night, 3 day 2 nights, 4 day 3 nights.

3. KANGAROO EXPLORER LIVE ABOARD RUN BY CAIRNS DIVE CENTER: Snorkeling live aboard trip or dive live aboard tour. Choose from multishare cabin, twin or double cabins. 2 day 1 night live aboard, 3 day 2 nights, 4 day 3 nights.

4. PRO DIVE 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS LIVE ABOARD TRIP: The 3 day 2 night live aboard is an ideal live aboard for snorkelers and divers. Twin or double cabins. If you are interested in doing a Cairns Learn to Dive Course consider taking Pro Dives 5 Day Learn to Dive Course which includes a 3 day 2 night live aboard trip.

5. TAKA RIBBON REEF EXPLORER: Cod Hole and Ribbon Reefs – Dive and Snorkle Expedition 5 days 4 nights live aboard. Choose from multishare 4 share cabin or twin/double cabin with ensuite with shared facilities.

6. MIKE BALL DIVE EXPEDITIONS:

A. Choose from 4 night Fly dive options Coral Sea, Cod Hole and Great Barrier Reef. Budget, Club, Standard and Premium Cabins.

B. Fly Dive, Code Hole 3 nights. Budget, Club, Standard and Premium Cabins.

C. Coral Sea Safari 7 nights. Choice of Budget, Club, Standard and Premium Cabins.

Mike Ball Specials Expeditions include Nautilus Research Capture + Release, Shank Shooter, Yongala Wreck, Minke Whale + Coral Sea, Turtle Spectacular, Far North Wreck Expeditions, Deep Reef Exploratory.

7. SPIRIT OF FREEDOM:

3 days Cod Hole and Ribbon Reefs. Dive famous Cod Hole includes 1 hour flight from Lizard Island to Cairns. Choose from quadshare, double or twin, stateroom and ocean view cabins.

4 days Coral Sea. Includes Cod Hole and flight from Cairns to Lizard Island. Choose from quadshare, double or twin, stateroom and ocean view cabins.

7 days Coral Sea. Includes 3-4 on Northern Ribbons, 2-3 days at Coral Sea, Osprey Reef time ashore at Lizard Island. Choose from quadshare, double or twin, stateroom and ocean view cabins.

General information

Certain medical conditions or medication can make diving unsuitable for some people please check with your doctor. The purchase of travel insurance is recommended. The tour operator reserves the right to adjust or cancel the standard itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances or weather conditions. The number of dives and access to the Cod Hole and Coral Sea is weather conditional.

Cairns diving and underwater camera hire: Combine diving tour with digital underwater camera hire. We have the best cameras. Take hundreds of photos, take videos with sound, free delivery, one, two and three day underwater camera hire. Cameras include Canon Powershot G10, G15, SX280 HS, GoPro Hero. No need to collect as camera is delivered direct to you on day of travel.

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We have special discounts for students, backpackers, families, seniors and groups. We specialises in specials, standbys and saving your money. Discount vouchers and coupons to save you on a large variety of other Cairns attractions.  Ask about our specials, standby rates and free discount coupons. We offer a free booking service with no extra charges. We do not charge credit card fees when you book your tour through us. Visit our Cairns Beach Tourist and Visitor Information Centre for comprehensive details on all Cairns live aboard trips.

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It depends on the tour selected, your budget and number of persons booking. We find the best and cheapest options as well as applying discounts to your tours.
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