Poseidon Snorkeling and Dive Adventures

Cruise the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Port Douglas with Poseidon, where you can relax and enjoy your reef experience without the crowds and without being rushed. Poseidon is a fast, very comfortable catamaran takes you to the very edge of the Outer Barrier Reef in just over 1 hour, giving you 5 hours out on the reef to enjoy snorkeling, diving or simply relaxing at the Agincourt Reefs. Spacious air conditioned saloon and open deck areas, make perfect settings to enjoy morning and afternoon tea and the delicious tropical smorgasbord lunch.

About the Cruise:

The snorkeling advisor teaches correct use of equipment, safe snorkeling techniques and gives a well researched and informative talk on the biology and history of the reef. The guided snorkel tour explains and identifies the wonders of the coral reefs. Experienced snorkelers enjoy unrestricted exploration of shallow lagoons, spectacular drop offs and an unbelievable variety of fragile corals and colourful fish life. No previous experience is required to enjoy the thrill of scuba diving, under the safe control and supervision of the highly qualified instructors, all members of the Professional Associated of Diving Instructors. The instructor will guide you on the adventure of a lifetime, visiting the underwater world where you experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef for yourself.

Highlights of the cruise:

Poseidon's high cruising speed takes you to the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, to superb, completely unspoilt reefs at the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs.
With over 23 YEARS of local knowledge and experience and access to more than 45 locations at 16 different reefs three sites are chosen each day according to tidal and weather conditions.
Poseidon caters to snorkellers, introductory & certified scuba divers
Divers can enjoy up to 3 quantity dives with guides
Guided snorkel tours offered
Reef interpretation talk by a Marine Biologist
Excellent access to the water: 8m wide level duckboard
Spacious air conditioned bar/saloon area, large sun & covered deck areas
Limited passenger numbers with high crew/passenger ratio for personalised service and individual attention
Catered tropical buffet lunch, morning & afternoon teas provided
Multilingual staff - assistance in German, French, Italian & Spanish
Departs daily from the Marina in Port Douglas at 8:30am and returns at approximately 4:00pm

Included in your Tour

Cruise 3 different Outer Reef sites
Morning and afternoon tea with fresh fruit and cakes
Buffet luncheon (includes prawns, roast chicken, roast beef, ham, selection of three salads, fresh bread and condiments)
Reef interpretation and ecology presentation
Guided snorkel tour with Marine Naturalist
All snorkel equipment and tuition
In water assistance