Snorkelling & Scuba Diving Tours

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Ocean Free sailboat by Green Island coral reef, vibrant snorkellers enjoying clear blue waters on a Great Barrier Reef day tour adventure.
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Ocean Free – Day Sailing Green Island & Great Barrier Reef
location_on Cairns
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$259
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Two scuba divers happily surface after completing a 5-Day PADI Open Water Course with Pro Dive Cairns, enjoying their achievement.
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5 Day Learn To Dive PADI Open Water Course | Pro Dive Cairns
location_on Cairns
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calendar_month Multi-day Tour
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$1255
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Two scuba divers high five underwater during an epic 6 Day Liveaboard PADI Advanced Open Water Course, showcasing diving skills.
calendar_month 6 days - 3 nights
6 Day (4d/3n Liveaboard) PADI Open Water & Advanced Course
location_on Cairns
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$1985
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info Free cancellation - 48H
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Snorkeling Tour Julian Rocks
location_on Brunswick
calendar_month Day Trip
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$129
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Two snorkellers and a glass-bottomed boat at Green Island above vibrant coral reef, gliding over crystal-clear blue waters in Cairns, Australia.
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Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island
location_on Cairns
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$150
per person
info Free cancellation - 24H
Reefs, wrecks and underwater worlds worth crossing the globe for Australia and New Zealand serve up some of the most unreal diving experiences anywhere. Warm tropical reefs, volcanic coastlines, marine reserves and shipwrecks create the perfect playground for both beginners and certified divers. Whether you want world-class coral, close-up encounters with turtles and rays, or deep-blue fjord dives, this part of the world does underwater adventure better than most. In Australia, the Great Barrier Reef is the headline act with vibrant coral gardens, drift dives, manta cleaning stations and easy intro dives for first-timers. Further south, wreck diving hotspots, grey nurse shark sites and island marine parks keep things exciting. New Zealand brings a wilder edge with kelp forests, volcanic rock formations and clear-water reserves filled with unique marine life. If you’re chasing unforgettable dives without the hassle of planning, Peterpans has your back with reef trips, certification courses and multi-day dive adventures sorted for you.
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Snorkelling & Scuba Diving Tours Highlights

a mantaray swimming across a reef system on the West Coast of Australia
Mantarays
Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef are among Western Australia’s best locations for manta ray encounters, supported by both resident populations, particularly around Coral Bay, and seasonal visitors. Snorkelling and diving with manta rays is possible year-round, with especially good conditions from May to November when they feed on zooplankton and coral spawn. Dedicated marine tours allow swimmers to observe these large, harmless filter feeders in their natural environment. Manta rays form an important part of Ningaloo’s diverse marine ecosystem, which also includes whale sharks, humpback whales and a wide variety of reef species.
Snorkeller follows sea turtle above vibrant coral reef on a Perth to Exmouth 7-day Ningaloo Reef tour, showcasing marine adventure.
Ningaloo reef
Ningaloo Reef is a 300-kilometre fringing reef along Western Australia’s coastline, known for its rich marine biodiversity and its unusually close distance to shore. This makes it one of the world’s most accessible major reef systems for snorkelling and diving. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Ningaloo supports a wide range of species, including whale sharks, humpback whales, manta rays and six different types of sea turtles. The reef’s clear waters and varied habitats create an environment where marine life thrives, offering a unique look at one of Australia’s most important coastal ecosystems.
High-resolution aerial shot of snorkellers by a small boat above crystal-clear blue-green water and vibrant coral reef.
Great Barrier Reef
Some of the world's most striking natural beauty lies under the sea in The Great Barrier Reef, a world heritage protected masterpiece, home to over thirty species of whales, dolphins and porpoises! Peterpans offer a range of awesome Great Barrier Reef tours for all budgets and travellers! Explore the coral formations and marine life of this underwater paradise with snorkelling day trips or scuba diving PADI courses.
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FAQ

Australia’s top diving locations include the Great Barrier Reef, the SS Yongala wreck, Ningaloo Reef, Lord Howe Island and Julian Rocks. Cairns is the most popular starting point thanks to easy access to warm reefs, beginner-friendly conditions and world-class marine life.

Yes. Cairns and Port Douglas offer excellent intro dives with shallow coral gardens, gentle currents and expert instructors. You don’t need previous diving experience—Peterpans can book beginner-friendly reef tours and learn-to-dive packages.

New Zealand offers cooler-water diving with volcanic rock formations, kelp forests, marine reserves and species you won’t find on tropical reefs. Popular spots include the Poor Knights Islands, Bay of Islands and Fiordland for advanced divers.

Not always. Introductory dives are available on many Great Barrier Reef and New Zealand trips, allowing you to dive without certification. If you want to explore deeper sites or join multiple-day dive tours, a PADI or SSI certification is recommended and can be booked through Peterpans.

The Great Barrier Reef is great year round, with the clearest visibility from June to November. Ningaloo Reef’s manta and whale shark seasons run from March to July, making it another top option.

Summer (December to March) offers the warmest water and best visibility. Winter delivers dramatic underwater scenery and fewer crowds but requires thicker wetsuits or drysuit experience.

A swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, water bottle and motion-sickness tablets if needed. All diving equipment is provided on most tours, and multi-day trips include meals and accommodation options.

call Australian Phone: +61 3 9125 3620 call International Phone: +61 (0)3 9125 3620 call WhatsApp: +61 480 064 975
location_on Peterpans Cairns Esplanade 83A Esplanade Cairns, 4870 Queensland, Australia
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