Blue Dive Private Guided Scuba Dive Cairns
Overview
Diving by Design - Each dive trip is as unique as our guests. Your guide will tailor the day to you!
We’re the only one providing genuinely privately guided scuba diving experiences from Port Douglas on the best of the Agincourt Reefs. You’ll experience the Great Barrier Reef in your own private group, with an expert instructor to guide you underwater and show you the best marine life. [Yes, there are other divers on the boat but we do our own thing as a private group.]
If you are newly qualified or slightly nervous, our guide is right there to support and assist you. If you’re an experienced diver who wants the freedom to break away from the crowds, we make it happen. If your group is a mix of qualified and unqualified divers, we can still privately guide you all to a maximum of 12m.
**Important: With the City Boat Tours booking System you must book Certified Divers and Introductory Divers separately with seperate vouchers. The system does not allow for "cart" feature unfortunately.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch Tropical Buffet Lunch
- Snacks Morning & Afternoon Tea
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Wetsuits in Winter, Stinger Suits in Summer
- Environmental Management Charge & Marine Park Fees
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Spence Street
Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Start your day with a personalized touch as you meet your private guide for a 'meet and greet'. Here, you'll complete any necessary paperwork and collaborate to tailor the day according to your preferences, diving by design. From their you'll board the spacious 25 catamaran, offering comfortable inside cabin seats or sun decks for coffee and safety briefing has the vessel makes way. Throughout the day, you'll have the privilege of visiting 2 different dive sites on either Norman, Saxon or Hastings Reefs.
Expect an intimate encounter with the vibrant coral reefs, teeming with diverse marine life including tropical fish schools, reef sharks, imposing coral formations, and colossal clams weighing up to 440 pounds.
Rejuvenate with a delectable buffet lunch served onboard and enjoy morning and afternoon tea breaks.
Quench your thirst with beverages from the fully licensed bar (additional cost) and take advantage of facilities like restrooms and freshwater showers for your comfort.
After approximately 5 hours immersed in the reef's splendour, your guide will give a marine presentation about all the amazing marine life you saw during your return journey to Cairns Marina.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Introductory Divers will be required to complete a medical questionnaire - if you enter yes to any of the questions you will be required to get a "fit to dive" certificate from a medical doctor.
- Not recommended for traveler's with respiratory illnesses and injuries (e.g. flu/cold, asthma, pneumothorax and congestion)
- Not recommended for traveler's with conditions that may result in a loss of consciousness (e.g. epilepsy and diabetes).
- Not recommended for traveler's with previous DCS or DCI
- Not recommended for traveler's currently suffering any illness or injury or recent surgery
- Not recommended for traveler's with cardiac conditions (e.g. heart disease or high blood pressure)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- One parent or guardian must stay with infant or non diving child at all times.
- Boat Returns Daily around 4:30pm
Frequently Asked Questions
(13)Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-58530P8
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 31 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage.
Jan 2022Yes, this is possible, as long as you are comfortable going into the water. All City Boat Tours snorkeling tours adhere to strict safety regulations and have been designed to be enjoyed by all.
Your safety is our #1 priority, which is why:
- You will be wearing a flotation device at all times.
- On many tours, there is a stairway from the boat into the water so you won’t have to “jump” in!
- There are trained staff in the water and watching from the boat at all times.
For these reasons, we believe that even non-swimmers can have a wonderful time on our snorkeling trips, however, the final judgment call is yours to make. Please note we do not give refunds if you decide not to snorkel on the trip.
Oct 2021The snorkel gear we use on City Boat Tours tours is high quality and for your protection, the equipment is sanitized after each use. However, if you feel more comfortable using your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it on the tour. Please note, there is no discount for providing your own equipment and we can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
May 2023Participants in the Blue Dive Private Guided Scuba Dive Cairns cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024First-time snorkelers can be assured of one-on-one instruction and assistance. We find introducing folks to our world very rewarding!
Oct 2021There are no legal age limits for snorkeling. We have found that age 5 or 6 is a good age to learn the basics of snorkeling, however, it’s entirely up to individuals to make the best choice for their family.
Sep 2021- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch. Tropical Buffet Lunch.
- Snacks. Morning & Afternoon Tea.
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Wetsuits in Winter, Stinger Suits in Summer.
- Environmental Management Charge & Marine Park Fees.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Blue Dive Private Guided Scuba Dive Cairns is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Introductory Divers will be required to complete a medical questionnaire - if you enter yes to any of the questions you will be required to get a "fit to dive" certificate from a medical doctor.
- Not recommended for traveler's with respiratory illnesses and injuries (e.g. flu/cold, asthma, pneumothorax and congestion)
- Not recommended for traveler's with conditions that may result in a loss of consciousness (e.g. epilepsy and diabetes).
- Not recommended for traveler's with previous DCS or DCI
- Not recommended for traveler's currently suffering any illness or injury or recent surgery
- Not recommended for traveler's with cardiac conditions (e.g. heart disease or high blood pressure)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Blue Dive Private Guided Scuba Dive Cairns will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- LunchTropical Buffet Lunch
- SnacksMorning & Afternoon Tea
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Wetsuits in Winter, Stinger Suits in Summer
- Environmental Management Charge & Marine Park Fees
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Introductory Divers will be required to complete a medical questionnaire - if you enter yes to any of the questions you will be required to get a "fit to dive" certificate from a medical doctor.
- Not recommended for traveler's with respiratory illnesses and injuries (e.g. flu/cold, asthma, pneumothorax and congestion)
- Not recommended for traveler's with conditions that may result in a loss of consciousness (e.g. epilepsy and diabetes).
- Not recommended for traveler's with previous DCS or DCI
- Not recommended for traveler's currently suffering any illness or injury or recent surgery
- Not recommended for traveler's with cardiac conditions (e.g. heart disease or high blood pressure)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- One parent or guardian must stay with infant or non diving child at all times.
- Boat Returns Daily around 4:30pm
