GI Aerial
GI Aerial
GI Aerial

Coach Transfers
FREE
From Port Douglas Accommodation

Standard Fare

$328
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Standard Fare Includes

Snorkelling & Cruise

All equipment Included

Morning & Afternoon teas, Tropical buffet lunch

At times of scheduled maintenance, our dive and snorkel catamaran, Poseidon, will operate in place of Silversonic.

All taxes and levies are included in the total price. Prices valid to 31 March 2027.

EMC: A government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of $8.5 per person applies to all adults and children 4 years and over entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area. This fee is included in the fare price.

Included in your Day

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Coach pick up from Port Douglas accommodation

Return Silversonic cruise from Port Douglas

Morning and afternoon teas

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Hot & cold tropical buffet lunch

Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and instructions provided

Snorkel brief at each site

Guided snorkel tour

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Qualified lifeguard supervision

Afternoon tea cakes, cheese & biscuits

Reef Discovery guided snorkel tour (3rd site)

Equipment for divers provided, including wetsuits. All dives are guided

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Lycra suits provided

Prescription masks available (limited range, please enquire)

Scuba Diving Conditions
- Certain medical conditions (diabetes, asthma etc.) and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
- Please see our Dive Safety Page for more information.
- Minimum age for diving is 12 years.
- Flying after diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended by preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
- Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.

Optional Extras

Introductory Scuba Diving

Certified Scuba Diving

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Wetsuits available for hire on board for snorkellers

Scuba Diving Conditions
- Certain medical conditions (diabetes, asthma etc.) and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
- Please see our Dive Safety Page for more information.
- Minimum age for diving is 12 years.
- Flying after diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended by preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
- Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.

What to Bring

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Swimming Costume & Beach Towel

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Hat, sunscreen (marine friendly) & shirt for sun protection

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Camera. Please note drones are not permitted. Underwater cameras are available to hire.

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Cash for drinks at the bar
Credit card for shopping and additional dives

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Proof of certification for certified divers

Itinerary

From
07:30
Check-in at the Quicksilver Cruises office at the Port Douglas Marina for your boarding passes.
08:00
Vessel boarding. Complimentary morning tea/breakfast served.
08:30
Depart Port Douglas Marina for the Outer Reef. On the outward journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin.
10:15
Arrive at the first Agincourt Reef site. Divers gear up, while snorkellers' site briefing begins. Get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder!
11:30
Silversonic departs for second reef location. Option for introductory divers and certified divers to do a second dive. Snorkellers site briefing.
12:00
Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air conditioned cabin.
13:40
Silversonic departs for third reef location. Snorkellers are once again briefed as to the best areas to snorkel and Guided Snorkel Tour. Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive.
14:30
Afternoon tea served.
14:50
All passengers board vessel for final passenger count.
15:00
Silversonic commences return journey to Port Douglas.
16:30
Silversonic arrives at the Port Douglas Marina.
16:55
Coaches depart for accommodation.
Times may vary subject to sites visited: On rare occasions, services can be subject to the effect of weather or unforeseen circumstances requiring changes to the scheduled itinerary and the number of sites visited.

Guided Great Barrier Reef Scuba Diving & Snorkelling

GI Aerial

Imagine entering a vibrant underwater kingdom teeming with exotic marine life. Silversonic visits a rich tapestry of remote and exclusive World Heritage Great Barrier Reef sites at the renowned Agincourt ribbon reefs. With incredible coral formations and extreme biodiversity, this is quality diving and snorkelling.

Silversonic also has an exclusive permit to swim with dwarf minke whale if encountered – a truly unforgettable experience!

All dives on board Silversonic are guided by an experienced PADI-certified dive instructor to ensure the absolute best & safest diving or snorkelling experience on the Great Barrier Reef.

  • 5 Hours on the Reef

  • Returns to Port Douglas at 4:30pm

  • Experience more - Visit 3 different Outer Great Barrier Reef sites

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Dive and snorkel adventure of a lifetime!

A day with Silversonic is all about being in the water and experiencing the magical underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. It’s exciting, exotic and breathtaking! With our exclusive permits and remote sites, you’ll be able to dive and snorkel 3 uniquely different and ecologically diverse sites, each chosen to suit the day’s conditions. In between water activities, relax on the sundecks, or in the air-conditioned lounges, and of course, enjoy a delicious lunch for hungry adventurers!

Snorkellers

Enjoy unlimited adventure snorkelling with a guided snorkel tour included. Snorkel briefs at each reef site and lifeguard snorkel officers supervising, you’ll be able to explore the underwater delights in safety.

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Certified Divers

As a certified diver, you can enjoy up to three spectacular dives, experiencing three different Great Barrier Reef environments. All dives are guided to maximise your experience.

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Introductory Divers

So you’d like to take the plunge! With an Introductory Dive, no previous experience is necessary and you’ll be able to experience the excitement of scuba diving whilst under very close supervision of an instructor.

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GI Aerial

Designed for Comfort

Luxurious, Modern & Fast

Sleek, smooth and sun-kissed, with Silversonic you'll travel in comfort and style - the perfect base for an inspirational day of exciting aqua-tivities.

As pioneers of Great Barrier Reef cruising, Quicksilver has infused over 40 years of experience into designing these exceptional sisterships producing the perfect balance of comfort, style and function. Silverswift and Silversonic are modern, spacious 29 metre high speed catamarans, custom-designed to help you get the best out of your day.

  • State-of-the-art computerised ride control systems mean a smoother ride to the reef.

  • Hydraulic platforms for easy water access.

  • Change rooms and hot freshwater showers.

  • Spacious sundecks, air conditioned lounge areas and a licensed bar.

  • The latest dive and snorkel equipment.

  • Cruising at speed, we spend less time getting there which means more time at the reef for you.

  • For the comfort of all, Silverswift and Silversonic are non-smoking vessels.

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