Calypso Snorkel and Dive The Great Barrier Reef
Port Douglas
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Book your Calypso Snorkel and Dive the Great Barrier Reef tour today and prepare to explore one of the greatest wonders of the world in comfort and style.
Visit 3 separate dive sites on the renowned Agincourt and Opal Reefs with excellent snorkelling and diving opportunities. Join experienced dive guides on a certified dive, or give it a try with a qualified dive instructor, no previous experience or qualifications required.Â
The facilities on board are suitable for all ages and abilities with a wide stern and a submersible platform with gradual steps and hand rails down to the water. There are hot showers, changing room and toilets onboard for refreshing yourself afterwards, and delicious morning tea, hot lunch and afternoon tea served after each snorkel session for recharging your batteries. For an immersive experience, there is a guided snorkel tour at the 2nd site, an interpretive reef talk during lunch, and a sun deck for soaking up the gorgeous tropical weather.Â
Tick off one of the greatest bucket list activities and experience the Great Barrier Reef in all of its glory, with Turtles, thousands of tropical fish and hundreds of colourful corals to inspire. Book your outer reef experience with  Calypso Reef Cruises Port Douglas TODAY!Â
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Location
PORT DOUGLAS
Seasonality
YEAR ROUND
Duration
8 HOURS
Minimum Age
ALL AGES
Difficulty
2 OUT OF 10
Food
INCLUDED
Calypso Snorkel and Dive The Great Barrier Reef
PRICING
Adult Rate (15 years +)
Child Rate (4-14 years)
Infants (0-3 years) FREE OF CHARGE
What's included
Included in the ticket price:
- All snorkel gear including lycra suits. Prescription masks are available on board.
- Interpretive reef talk and guided snorkelling tour
- Professional photographer in water during peak season. Otherwise camera rental/option to purchase a waterproof phone case.
- Tea and coffee available throughout the day
- Morning Tea – Cakes & fruit
Buffet lunch – Cold meats, salad, noodles, antipasto.
Afternoon Tea: Cakes & fruit
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when and where to meet?
Check in at the Calypso office at the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, Wharf Street, Port Douglas QLD, Australia.
Parking is available free of charge at the Marina.
You will receive a confirmation email upon purchasing this tour which will provide you with all of the relevant information, e.g. CONTACT NUMBERS, Â ADDRESS ETC.
what to bring?
What to Bring:
- Swimwear and towel
(Your accommodation provider may supply you with beach towels) - Reef Safe Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and protective clothing
- Light jacket/sweater for a cool or windy day
- Cameras/Gro Pros etc.
- Debit/Credit Cards for on board purchase (NO CASH PLEASE).
- Certification cards (for certified divers).
Medication: (If you require to take medication throughout the duration of this tour, please remember to bring this with you. If you deem it necessary, please inform a member of staff, on board your vessel, where within your belongings this can be found).
Seasickness Medication – You may experience seasickness out on the open ocean. We suggest that you should speak with your pharmacist in advance of your trip, to seek their advice on seasickness medication. We will not reschedule bookings or issue refunds for those suffering from seasickness.
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The vessel
Calypso Blue is a 21m catamaran with a capacity for 70 guests.
Calypso Ten is a 24m catamaran with a capacity for 85 guests. Different to Calypso Blue, the vessel enjoys a 3rd (sun) deck, great for soaking up the tropical weather and for a more elevated position when viewing the reef, nature watching or observing snorkelers.Â
Both vessels enjoy all of the modern comforts with toilets, hot showers, changing rooms, air conditioning and cushioned table seating. Off both spacious dive decks, duck boards span the width of the boat, with steps/railings leading to a submerged platform, making it easy to access and exit the water. There’s a licesned bar onboard and hot/cold drink options.Â
pre requisites?
Please be aware that the crew reserves the right to prohibit anyone from anyone joining this tour if they deem it unsafe.
- All bookings must be reconfirmed with the reservations team 1 Day before your scheduled start. Please call the reservations team on 07 4099 6999.
- All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum age 12 years for Scuba Diving.
If you are pregnant then you are welcome to join in with all of the activities, at your own risk. Floatation devices can provide extra buoyancy and gentle kicking will provide enough propulsion for you to get around and explore the reef. Medicated sea sickness tablets cannot be taken but Ginger tablets are safe for pregnant women to take and are free onboard. If in doubt, see a pharmacist.
- This vessel is not wheelchair accessible.
cancellations?
Cancellations/changes to your booking must be made by contacting the tour provider on your booking confirmation email or by contacting Salty Swims at info@saltyswims.com.au
Please be aware that refund policies do not cover travel, accommodation or any other associated costs. We recommend you take out travel insurance to cover unforeseeable cancellations.
What if the tour provider cancels?
In the event of poor sea conditions, minimum numbers not being reached or for any other reason, the tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If your trip cannot be rescheduled to your satisfaction, you will receive a full refund.
Open Dated Booking Notice
If you are booking open dated, we will require 2 Days notice for bookings. Please contact the Tour Operator’s reservations department on 07 4099 6999.
What if you cancel?
- Cancellations with 24 hours of departure incur a 50% fee.
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