The beautiful city of Cairns in Queensland’s tropical north is the gateway to the spectacular Great Barrier Reef.

Down Under Tours has partnered with ANCOLD to provide attendees, partners and families with a 10% off retail on the Cape Tribulation, Daintree & Mossman Gorge tour.

Further information on the Cape tribulation tour

Great Adventures has partnered with ANCOLD to provide attendees, partners and families with a 20% off retail on tours. This offer is valid from the 21st – 29th of October 2023, please use the code ANCOLD2023 to achieve this discount.

GREAT ADVENTURES- Green Island Discovery

For a unique reef and rainforest experience, the Green Island Discovery is the ultimate way to experience this beautiful Great Barrier Reef island, a 6000-year-old coral cay just 45 minutes from Cairns. See the reef from the glass bottom boat coral viewing tour, snorkel from the beach, explore the island’s lush rainforest and take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. There are well-appointed day visitor facilities where you can enjoy a delicious lunch (additional cost). With an abundance of optional activities, you can scuba and helmet dive, kayak in crystal waters or take to the sky in a parasail.
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GREAT ADVENTURES – Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Escape into a world of surprises and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef as you cruise to a multi-level activity platform, the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore this living wonder. Snorkel and dive, visit the underwater observatory and see the reef in a semi-sub, or relax on the sundeck and take in the panorama. Optional activities include scuba diving, the unique Scuba-Doo scooter, guided snorkel tours and scenic helicopter flights. There’s also the option for a 2 hour stopover on tropical Green Island.
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SilverSwift

SilverSwift is a 29metre luxury catamaran custom-designed for the thrill of diving and snorkelling this natural living wonder as you visit three different and spectacular Outer Great Barrier Reef sites each chosen for visual and ecological diversity.
Custom-designed for diving and snorkelling adventures, enjoy 5 hours of aquatic fun for unlimited snorkelling, up to 3 certified dives and introductory diving. Includes guided snorkel tour, tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon teas. Advanced Eco certification.
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OCEAN SPIRIT Michaelmas Cay Cruise

A beautiful sailing catamaran, a pristine sand cay surrounded by beautiful fringing reef and a protected sanctuary for migratory seabirds – Ocean Spirit takes you on a day to remember at Michaelmas Cay’s unique reef environment. Snorkel from the cay’s shallow waters, cruise in the semi-sub for a diver’s view of the reef and observe the island birdlife. Introductory scuba diving and marine biologist guided snorkel tours are available. Your day can be as active or as leisurely as you choose. Homeward bound, enjoy a complimentary sparkling wine under the sails.
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Valid dates: 21st – 29th October 2023 inclusive.

Discount: 20% off retail

CODE: ANCOLD2023

Boat Description

REEF KING

30m fast catamaran
Length: 30.09 m
Beam: 11.2 m
Draft: 1.76 m
Cruising Speed: 26 knots
Capacity: 300
Seating
Inside Seating: 245
Outside Dry Seating: 50
Outside Wet Seating: 80
Home Port
Cairns

REEF ADVENTURE

33m fast catamaran
Length: 33.04 m
Beam: 9.5 m
Draft: 2.25 m
Cruising Speed: 25 knots
Capacity: 350
Seating
Inside Seating: 327
Outside Seating: 23
Home Port
Cairns

REEF SPIRIT

24m fast catamaran
Length: 24.5 m
Beam: 0.0m
Draft: 1.8m
Cruising Speed: 24 knots
Capacity: 199
Seating
Inside Seating: 182
Outside Seating: 4
Sunbaking Decks: 8
Home Port
Cairns

SILVERSWIFT

29m Dive & Snorkel cat
Length: 29 m
Beam: 8.3 m
Draft: 2.1 m
Cruising Speed: 28 knots
Reef Capacity: 85
Seating
Inside Seating: 164
Outside Seating: 98
Sunbaking Decks: 66
Home Port
Cairns

QUICKSILVER VIII

45m wavepiercing cat
Length: 45.5 m
Beam: 16.24 m
Draft: 1.9 m
Cruising Speed: 35 knots
Capacity: 434
Seating
Inside Seating: 416
Outside Dry Seating: 68
Outside Wet Seating: 114 + 56 Bench
Home Port
Port Douglas

QUICKSILVER V

39m wavepiercing cat
Length: 38.6 m
Beam: 15.6 m
Draft: 1.6 m
Cruising Speed: 27 knots
Reef Capacity: 300
Rec Capacity: 230
Seating
Inside Seating: 240
Outside Dry Seating: 24
Outside Wet Seating: 90
Home Port
Port Douglas

SILVERSONIC

29m Dive & Snorkel cat
Length: 29 m
Beam: 8.3 m
Draft: 2.1 m
Cruising Speed: 28 knots
Reef Capacity: 85
Seating
Inside Seating: 162
Outside Seating: 103
Sunbaking Decks: 59
Home Port
Port Douglas

POSEIDON

24m Dive & Snorkel cat
Length: 24 m
Beam: 7.3 m
Draft: 1.7 m
Cruising Speed: 24 knots
Reef Capacity: 84
Seating
Inside Seating: 64
Outside Seating: 45
Home Port
Port Douglas

OCEAN SPIRIT

32m sailing catamaran
Length: 32 m
Beam: 12.8 m
Draft: 1.8 m
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Reef Capacity: 150
Seating
Inside Seating: 50
Outside Dry Seating: 107
Outside Wet Seating: 24
Home Port
Cairns

WAVEDANCER

30m sailing catamaran
Length: 29.8 m
Beam: 12.3 m
Draft: 1.6 m
Speed: 14 knots sailing, 15 knots motoring
Capacity: 156
Seating
Inside Seating: 70
Outside Dry Seating: 30
Outside Wet Seating: 92
Home Port
Port Douglas