Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive
ProHighlights
- Full-day snorkel and dive trips to the outer Great Barrier Reef, with snorkel gear, a full-length suit and three meals on board
- Two boats for whole-vessel charter, taking groups of up to 40 for reef days, island cruises, hens and bucks outings
- Trips leave from the Breakwater Marina, with a second pick-up at the Nelly Bay ferry terminal on Magnetic Island
About Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive
Adrenalin Snorkel & Dive has been taking people out to the central Great Barrier Reef since 1987. It runs from an office in South Townsville and a departure berth at the Breakwater Marina. Its scheduled day trips suit complete beginners and qualified divers alike. Magnetic Island guests can join at the Nelly Bay ferry terminal on the way out. A standard reef day includes a full-length suit, mask, snorkel and fins, flotation aids, in-water help from the crew and a talk on reef ecology. Morning tea, a buffet lunch and afternoon tea are served on board, with tea, coffee and cordial all day. The skipper picks the site each morning to suit the conditions, from shallow coral gardens to deeper walls. Snorkellers can add one or two introductory dives, and certified divers can explore the underwater sculptures off John Brewer Reef or the S.S. Yongala wreck. For a group, the operator charters either of its two boats outright. The larger vessel carries up to 43 people including crew and is set up for reef days, bay cruises around Magnetic Island, and hens and bucks parties. Charters can be built around snorkelling, diving, fishing or simply a scenic cruise, and private groups are quoted on request. Scheduled trips are confirmed the afternoon before departure, depending on the weather and passenger numbers.
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Certified divers pay $445 with their own gear or $499 with full equipment hire. A fuel levy may be charged on the day, and whole-boat charters for private groups are quoted on request.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people can we take on a private charter?
There are two boats for whole-vessel charter. The larger one holds 43 people including crew, so most groups of up to about 40 fit, and the smaller boat suits groups of just over 20.
Where do the trips leave from?
Reef trips depart from the fuel wharf on Mariners Drive at the Breakwater Marina, with check-in at 7am for a 7.25am departure. Magnetic Island guests are collected from the Nelly Bay ferry terminal at about 7.50am.
What does a snorkelling day trip include?
The adult snorkel fare covers a full day on the reef, snorkel gear and a full-length suit, flotation aids, crew instruction and in-water help, reef ecology talks, the reef management charge, and morning tea, a buffet lunch and afternoon tea.
Is there a minimum age?
Children from 6 are recommended for snorkelling, with a child fare for ages 6 to 11. Anyone trying scuba diving needs to be at least 12 years old, and certified divers must show their certification card before boarding.
What happens if the weather turns bad?
Every trip depends on the weather and passenger numbers and is confirmed the afternoon before. If the operator cancels for weather or any other reason, guests can move to another date or take a full refund.
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Joshua salsman
a week ago
Absolutely incredible experience that exceeded all expectations. The crew was phenomenal, answering all questions and helping with gear where needed. The whole process from the sign up to the arrival and to the actual re…
Andrew T
2 weeks ago
Thank you Adrenaline Snorkel and Dive, 10/10. I recently went on a snorkeling tour on John Brewer Reef. It was an outstanding day. Rob was a great skipper of the boat and knowledgeable about the reef. The crew on board w…
Andre Hansen
2 weeks ago
A wonderful day out on the reef. The crew explained everything that we needed to know with great detail and we were made to feel safe but also super excited about our scuba dive to the MOUA. We selected a guided dive as…
Betty Cai
4 weeks ago
I enjoyed a dive trip with Adrenalin on 10/13/2026. The conditions remind me of French Reef at Key Largo. Safety precautions were followed well throughout the boat ride and dive. Would recommend for anyone if they have a…
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