Reef Magic Cruises
ProHighlights
- Day cruises spend around five hours moored at an activity pontoon at Moore Reef, out on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef
- Glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible rides, the underwater observatory and a buffet lunch come with every standard ticket
- Private catamaran charters are planned around each group, seating up to 90 for dinner or holding 250 for a cocktail function
About Reef Magic Cruises
Reef Magic Cruises runs daily trips from Cairns to its own activity pontoon at Moore Reef, on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Boarding opens at 8.15am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, and the catamaran reaches the reef in about 90 minutes. Guests spend roughly five hours on the pontoon before getting back to Cairns around 5pm. The pontoon suits mixed abilities. Confident swimmers can go straight into the sheltered coral lagoon, while others ride the semi-submersible, join a glass-bottom boat tour or watch fish from the air-conditioned underwater observatory. Snorkel gear, wetsuits and lycra stinger suits are supplied, a marine biologist gives a talk on the way out and cultural guides share stories through the day. Lunch is a hot and cold buffet on the pontoon, and intro dives, helmet dives, guided snorkel safaris and helicopter flights can be added. For corporate groups, incentive trips and private celebrations, the operator also charters out its fast motor catamarans. A charter can head to a choice of reef and island sites for a full or half day, or stay in calm water for a cocktail cruise, with room for 90 guests at a seated dinner or 250 at a standing function. An event manager works through the itinerary, inclusions and budget with each group, and charters are quoted on request.
Inclusions & amenities
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Optional extras cost more, from $75 for a guided snorkel tour and $127 for an introductory dive. Private charters are quoted on request.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the day at the reef?
Boarding starts at 8.15am at the Reef Fleet Terminal and the boat leaves at 9am. It reaches the pontoon around 10.30am, stays about five hours and is back in Cairns at roughly 5pm.
Can our group charter a boat privately?
Yes. The fast motor catamarans can be chartered for corporate groups and special occasions, with full or half-day reef and island trips or calm-water cocktail cruises. Each charter is planned and quoted with an event manager.
How many guests can a charter take?
The charter vessels can seat up to 90 people for a dinner, or hold up to 250 for a cocktail-style function on the water.
What if some of our group can't swim?
Non-swimmers can stay dry on the semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat tours or in the underwater observatory. Flotation vests and noodles are available for anyone who wants to try snorkelling in the shallow lagoon.
What food and drink is included?
Morning tea, afternoon tea and a hot and cold buffet lunch are included, along with tea, coffee and water through the day. Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks can be bought on board.
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Budd W
a month ago
We had a fantastic day with Reef Magic at Moore Reef! The crew were wonderful, friendly, helpful and very attentive, always making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves. The pontoon was excellent and the…
Chin Zhi Hui
2 months ago
Enjoyed my day out with Reef Magic to the great barrier reef. Crew was helpful, the tour was inclusive and accommodated the more adventurous snorkellers/scuba divers, and also those who did not wish to be active (you ca…
Roland Herrmann
3 months ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We visited Reef Magic as a family of four and had an absolutely amazing day on the pontoon. There is so much to experience and we really felt that you get a lot for your money. The glass-bottom boat tour, the sem…
kwangmi lee
5 months ago
Had a great full day trip with Reef Magic last Friday during a trip with friends! The crew were friendly and welcoming from start to finish. We received great explanations about the reef’s marine life and ecosystem. A sp…
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