Passions of Paradise
ProHighlights
- The whole 25-metre sailing catamaran can be reserved for one group of up to 90 guests, with the crew tailoring the reef day around the event.
- Snorkel gear, tuition and guided snorkel tours are part of the day, with intro and certified dives available from the boat's own instructors.
- A chef cooks a hot and cold buffet lunch on board, with morning and afternoon tea and a licensed bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks.
About Passions of Paradise
Passions of Paradise is a locally owned reef operator that sails a 25-metre catamaran out of Cairns to the outer Great Barrier Reef. Guests check in at the Reef Fleet Terminal, head out at 8am and spend the day at two moorings chosen from more than 20 private sites, depending on the weather. For a group, the main draw is the exclusive charter. The whole two-level boat, with its air-conditioned saloons, sun lounges and netted trampoline at the bow, is set aside for one party of up to 90 guests. The crew suggest the reefs on the day or take your own requests, and you can play your own music through the speakers. The operator pitches it for end-of-year Christmas parties and long-awaited family get-togethers, and families with children are welcome. The day itself covers snorkelling gear, tuition and a guided snorkel tour, a marine naturalist talk, morning and afternoon tea and a chef-cooked buffet lunch with vegetarian and vegan options. Intro dives suit first-timers in good health, certified divers can join guided dives, and a photographer can be hired to cover the trip. Non-swimmers get flotation vests and snorkel stations to hold onto, with crew in the water beside them. The boat sails back to the marina in the late afternoon. Charter rates are quoted to suit the group, while the standard reef day is priced per adult, child or family.
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How many people can come on a private charter?
The exclusive charter reserves the whole catamaran and its crew for your group, with rates available for parties of up to 90 guests for a full day of snorkelling and lunch.
What does a day on the reef cost?
The standard reef day is $275 for adults, $175 for children aged 4 to 14 and $795 for a family of two adults and two children. Charter rates are quoted on request to suit the group size and date.
Can we bring our own drinks?
No. The boat is a licensed venue with a bar selling beer, wine, cider and soft drinks, so BYO alcohol is not allowed. Alcohol is served from midday with lunch, and tap water is free.
What if some of our group can't swim?
Non-swimmers can still get in the water. The crew hand out snorkel vests and buoyancy aids, there are two snorkel stations near the boat to hold onto, and a crew member will swim alongside until people feel comfortable.
Where do we check in and when do we get back?
Check-in opens at 7am at the operator's counter in the Reef Fleet Terminal on Spence Street, with an 8am departure. The boat aims to be back between 4:45pm and 5pm, depending on the weather.
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Lorena Brant
a week ago
We had an amazing day out with Passions of Paradise and have to give a special shout-out to Corinda and Sofia, who made the trip so memorable. They were warm and welcoming from the moment we stepped on board, and they ma…
Est
a month ago
Absolutely loved my snorkeling experience at the GBR with Passions of Paradise!! The crew was energetic, fun-loving and hospitable which made the entire diving experience so lovely. Shoutout to Simon for being such a gre…
Martin Kotowski
2 months ago
9/1/2026 Reef Dive- We had a wonderful experience scuba diving the great barrier reef with the Passions of Paradise crew and saw incredible wildlife and the beautiful reef! The staff was amazing, especially our dive mas…
Ziggy’s Adventures
3 months ago
We had an awesome day with Passion of Paradise on their Great Barrier Reef tour. The crew were friendly, professional and made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. Safety was a big focus throughout the t…
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