Best Snorkelling in Australia

Upolu Reef

Upolu Reef lies about 30 km offshore from Cairns and is part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, as well as the Michaelmas and Upolu Cays National Park.

The Beauty of Upolu Bay

Surrounded by stunning turquoise waters, Upolu Reef serves as a natural aquarium teeming with diverse coral formations and reef fish, including the famous “Nemo” along with sea turtles, stingrays and reef sharks. The bay’s shallow waters make it an ideal spot for beginners and those who may feel a bit nervous.

Breaking Patches

Located approximately 40kms from Cairns, Breaking Patches is a fabulous snorkel spot in the Great Barrier Reef! With an abundance of hard and soft corals, you can find a large range of marine life such as sea turtles, reef sharks and tropical fish including the brightly coloured parrot fish.

Best Snorkelling in Australia

Ultimate Underwater Adventure

Make some waves with Reef Adventures for the best snorkelling in Australia! We are the go-to tour for the ultimate experience in snorkelling Great Barrier Reef. We keep our party small—just 27 guests—so you can fully enjoy the best snorkelling sites we are going to visit. Snap some pics, explore the reef, and get ready for an unforgettable underwater adventure you will treasure forever!

First-Rate Fun Guaranteed!

We’ve got your back when it comes to thrill, adventure, good vibes and fun! Because our tours are small and personal, with only 27 people onboard, you get the best experience. We provide top-notch snorkelling gear, expert guides, and floatation devices. Plus, we’ve got the snacks covered and drinks are available for purchase on board.

Important Details

Just a heads-up, our Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour isn’t suitable for:

  • Kids under 6
  • Wheelchair users
  • Non-swimmers
  • Visually impaired individuals
  • Those who get seasick easily
  • People with low fitness levels
  • Individual’s over 65

Get pumped for the best snorkelling in Australia with Reef Adventures! Let’s make some memories and dive into the incredible underwater world together!

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Bill Ober
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The crew really makes the difference on this tour. They made the experience truly 5 stars by having just as much fun as the rest of us. Good vibes and helpful tips go a long way for making a fun day out on the reef.
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Kaya Wöhning
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The team is amazing, the tour is perfect if you want half a day! They take their time to show you all the animals at the reef and it was soo much fun. Definitely recommend!!
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Clara Jolonch Arias
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It was an incredible experience, they were soooo friendly and we really enjoyed the tour.
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Lauren Grant
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Awesome experience couldn’t recommend them more - thanks Cas Ken and Lochey!
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Eefje
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Very well organised, clean equipment and excellent guides! We had a great time and recommend this if you’re thinking of booking with them!
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Hershall Christopher
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Great service & lovely staff! Had the best time Thankyou guys so much❤️
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Amelia C
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The Reef Adventures crew was amazing and so friendly. We saw sea turtles, a reef shark, a sting ray, lots of different types of fish including clown fish and a sea cucumber!
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adam lennard
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Just finished up the half day tour with Reef Adventures and can’t recommend it enough. Super friendly and helpful staff, who have your safety in mind all the time. The part of the reef they take you to is beautiful, and we were up close with turtles, manta rays, reef sharks and beautiful fish. Super affordable price too compared to others.