When you want to experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef, you want to do it with the locals who care. That’s Sunlover Reef Cruises. For more than 15 years Sunlover Reef Cruises have been showcasing the magnificent Barrier Reef to visitors from around the world. They are professionals who are in awe of this magical underwater adventure land and they never cease to enjoy showing it off to guests. Whether you want to get wet or stay dry, there are numerous activities available for you to enjoy. Or simply just relax, sit back and marvel at the serenity.

Sunlover Reef Cruises Tour Options
Moore Reef Cruise
Sunlover Reef Cruises daily cruises to the Outer Barrier Reef offer the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience for people of all ages, swimmers and non swimmers.

They give you approximately four to five hours to explore the outer reef from the superb pontoon, so you will have plenty of time to be amazed and inspired by the unsurpassed beauty and splendour of this underwater playground.

You will travel onboard Sunlover’s fast air-conditioned catamaran, which departs daily from the Reef Fleet Terminal in the very heart of Cairns. Sunlover Reef Cruises know you are there to relax so offer a special late departure for greater flexibility with your other holiday activities.

Your Sunlover Cruises Outer Great Barrier Reef Day includes: Tea and Coffee on boarding High speed travel to the outer reef on-board an air-conditioned catamaran Informative presentation hosted by the marine naturalist Delicious buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood, hot dishes, salads and sumptuous tropical fruits Snorkelling enclosure with rest and viewing stations Guided coral viewing from our semi-submersible craft Glass bottom boat tours On-board touch tank to experience unique marine life Snorkel, mask, fins, buoyancy vests and instruction Fully enclosed Kids pool where the fish can swim through Underwater observatory Afternoon fish feeding show Afternoon tea Optional activities to personalise your day on the water including Certified and Introductory Diving, Seawalker® Platform Helmet Diving and Guided Snorkel Tours.

2 Day Reef and Rainforest Adventure
Truly the ultimate tropical North Queensland experience - two magical days exploring two of the world’s greatest natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical rainforests.

You will spend Day One discovering the beauty and magnificence of the Outer Barrier Reef with Sunlover Reef Cruises acclaimed Moore Reef cruise. Travel to the reef onboard a fast air-conditioned catamaran, then enjoy between four and five hours exploring the reef and getting up close and personal with more than 10,000 diverse marine inhabitants.

It’s a memorable day on the water featuring a sumptuous hot and cold buffet lunch, hours of snorkelling, coral viewing tours onboard a glass bottom boat and semi-submersible and a range of other fun activities.

On Day Two it’s time to stay on land, starting with a breathtaking journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. You can explore the delights of Kuranda, the village in the rainforest, before being transferred by coach to Rainforestation Nature Park.

An amphibious Army Duck tour of the rainforest and tropical fruit orchard, the Koala and Wildlife Park, and the thrills of the Pamiagirri Aboriginal Dance performance and Dreamtime Walk ensure you’ll have plenty to see and do.

Time for a relaxed tropical buffet barbecue lunch before heading back down the Kuranda Range in style, skimming the rainforest canopy onboard the award winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Private Charter and Cruises
An awe-inspiring day on the water is assured when you exclusively charter one of our high-speed catamarans for a cruise to Moore Reef, or you could spend a memorable evening on the water with Sunlover Cruises' exclusive night charters cruising the calm waters of Trinity Inlet off Cairns.

By Night - Memorable evenings on the water await with Sunlover Reef Cruises' exclusive night charters cruising the calm waters of Trinity Inlet off Cairns. Imagine the sheer luxury of sipping champagne and nibbling hors doeuvres aboard a luxury catamaran, watching first a magical North Queensland sunset and later the lights of Cairns sparkling so near yet so far away.

About 300 guests can mingle in a uniquely North Queensland style across the different decks or we can cater a full sit down dinner for up to 150 people. What could be better for corporate functions and other events when you want to treat your guests to something totally unique and very special?

Everything is onboard, including a licensed bar and audio facilities but if there's anything else you need, just ask our friendly staff and we'll arrange it. The vessel is all yours so you can even theme and decorate it to suit the occasion.

By Day - An awe-inspiring day on the water is assured when you exclusively charter one of our high-speed catamarans for a cruise to Moore Reef. Up to 310 people will be pampered in style by our friendly team who will personalise a charter to suit your individual needs and the occasion. This is your day and we will make sure it's special.

Your Exclusive Day Charter Includes
Extended Time: More than 7 hours of cruising and reef time gives you plenty of chance to explore and enjoy diverse activities, as well as simply relaxing on our luxury catamaran.

Reef Presentation: A special presentation by our reef naturalists while you are enroute to our pontoon will ensure you truly appreciate the wonders of the underwater world you are about to explore.

Semi Submersible / Glass Bottom Boat Tours: Departing every 20 minutes from the back of the pontoon, these tours allow you to experience the reef without getting wet.

Touch Tank: Our touch tank introduces you to some of the unique creatures of the reef.

Fish Feeding: Before leaving the reef each day, we feed the fish from the back of the pontoon. The result is an amazing spectacle that you can view either from the deck or the underwater theatre. For environmental reasons, we do not allow guests to feed fish during the day, and this feed is done in accordance with strict Marine Park guidelines.

Snorkelling Demonstration: The Sunlover Cruises' team will offer a range of tips to maximise your reef adventure. Presented on the lower deck this is ideal whether you are a first timer or just need a refresher. Snorkelling Equipment: All snorkelling equipment is included in your tour, and we recommend you use a buoyancy vest, snorkel with a partner and remain in the designated area at all times. Guided snorkelling tours also available.

Children's Pool: This is ideal for our younger guests who can swim in a safe and enclosed environment yet still experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

Scuba Diving with Sunlover Reef Cruises If you really want to get close to the amazing coral and marine life of the Great Barrier Reef, join an introductory scuba dive program with Sunlover Reef Cruises. All of Sunlover's instructors are PADI qualified and experienced so you can immerse yourself in the reef up close, even without prior dive knowledge. Sunlover Reef Cruises offers a range of unique dive locations, with each dive tailored to suit your level of confidence and expertise. First class equipment and a maximum of four people per instructor ensure this is safe and fun for all.

Note: All divers must complete a medical questionnaire / declaration onboard. A history of asthma, heart conditions and/or other medical conditions or medications may prohibit scuba diving. Minimum age 12 years.

Departure
Sunlover Cruises' tours depart Cairns' Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street Cairns). Pickup can be arranged from accommodation in Cairns and Northern Beaches. The Reef Cruises depart Cairns at 10.00am and return at approximately 5.30pm.