Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise – A True Cairns Icon!
Compass Cruises is the cheapest Great Barrier Reef Tour operating daily from Cairns. We board at 7:30 am for an 8 am departure travelling to the Outer Barrier Reef. Where we visit two outer barrier reef locations. When we departing the reef, we experience the fun of boomnetting. Adults are $115 children $95 and families $400.
This Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise is Cairns best value reef tour and a true Cairns icon.
If you’re looking for and a memorable day on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef then tour has it all!
Join us for a fun trip to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel among beautiful coral and a colourful variety of tropical marine life.
Glass Bottom Boat Tours
We do offer a glass bottom boat at our first reef location. The tour lasts about 20 minutes, gliding right across the top of the reef you will be able to see coral and fish.
Free Scuba diving demonstration
Compass Cruises offers a free scuba diving demonstration. Where we get you all dressed in the scuba gear and take you under water to see if you are comfortable breathing underwater.
Snorkelling
During our time at both outer barrier reef locations you will be able to go snorkelling.
If you have not snorkelled before or if you are not a confident swimmer our crew will get in the water and swim for you.
Scuba Diving
introductory scuba diving
if you do not have a scuba diving licence and would like to breathe under water like the fish. Compass Cruises does offer introductory scuba diving. It is an awesome experience so make sure you give it a go.
Certified scuba diving
For everyone who has there scuba diving certification you can do up to do certified dives while we are on the reef.
Boom Netting
There is only one company in Cairns that offers the fun of boom netting and that is Compass. its equal the amount of fun for spectators and participants.
A giant cargo net is attached to the back of the boat, guests can jump onboard for a wild ride. It is a free, safe activity for all guests who can swim.
Relax on the vast sun deck, see Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise offers something that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, even those with limited swimming ability.
Scuba diving for introductory divers and certified divers. Minimum age is 12, and medical conditions do apply – please see below
Dive Guide for a guided tour around the reef. Scuba dive with a buddy or pay for a guided scuba dive with one of our fantastic crew. Travelling alone? The Compass Cruises team will happily organise a buddy for you on the day if you wish to dive without a guide.
Glass Bottom Boat Tour (weather permitting)
Wetsuit Hire (Great for flotation and warmth)
Underwater Digital Camera Hire
Snack Bar Purchases: Soft drinks, chocolate, chips, alcohol etc.
Prescription Mask Hire if you require stronger lenses to see ( you can wear contact lenses in most circumstances )
Bus transfers from accommodation to and from the Cairns Marina
We have a passion for showing you Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, so please make sure you understand the scuba diving laws.
Queensland, Australia has some of the strictest scuba diving rules in the world but also the safest scuba diving record. The Queensland Government Code of Practice regulates us and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.
To avoid disappointment on your day of travel, we strongly recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking as some medical conditions, age, medications may prevent you from scuba diving. It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
We are happy to help you with any questions you may have. Please Contact our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us
Or you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms ‘AS.4005.1
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no-decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning you must wait 24 hours after your dive.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible
We accept Visa Card or Mastercard, E-Way and PayPal.
Please call to confirm your trip 48 hours in advance on +61 7 40372700
Cancellation Policy
COVID Policy
For All bookings during COVID-19.
If your booking is affected for any reasons during COVID, we will allow you to change your travel date.
If you are unsure when you will travel, your booking will be open dated with NO expiration date.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees are as follows
20% cancellation fee 30 days or more before departure
50% cancellation fee if within 30 days before departure
100% cancellation fee within 14 days before departures
Schedules subject to change without notice
Scuba Diving Insurance
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance policy that includes trip cancellation insurance and Evacuation & Medical cover for scuba diving.
Please be aware that not all Travel Insurance companies cover scuba diving and in-water activities. Please read the wording of your policy carefully.
Any evacuation, vessel relocation, or medical expenses are the diver's financial responsibility in a Medical Emergency. We strongly recommend the purchase of dive insurance.
Cancellation / Rescheduling Policy
We reserve the right to change vessel, dive locations, and prices without notice.
Please note we must receive at least 48 hours' notice from you when choosing to cancel or reschedule a reservation. Cancellation refunds are not given within 48 hours' notice. This includes factors beyond your control, including medical problems, airline delays, bad weather, etc.
Please refer to the Trade Practices Act 1974. Travel Insurance is highly recommended.
Please contact our office if you require any further information.
Terms And Conditions
• No alcohol may be consumed prior to in water activities
• Children’s prices are from 4 – 14 years of age
• We require 48 hours’ notice if you wish to re-schedule your booking
• Locations, vessels and itineraries are subject to change without notice due to unforeseen circumstances , but with full consideration of your enjoyment
• All Reef Levies and EMC charges are included in your booking price
• Please remember you need to allow 24 hours from your last dive before flying.
• If you are considering Scuba Diving you will be required to complete a medical questionnaire before participating in any scuba activities.
• Some medical conditions OR medications may prevent you from scuba diving unless a current Australian Standards 'AS4005.1' Medical Certificate can be shown to the Dive
Instructor. This medical certificate must be performed pursuant to the Australian standard AS.4005.1. (Queensland Dive Laws). If you are unsure of a particular medical condition
or medication, please check with our office before booking any scuba dive activities.
• Passengers intending to dive but restricted due to the aforementioned will not be offered a refund.
• Please call to confirm your trip 48 hours in advance on +61 7 4037 2700
• We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
• Neither this site, nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of
baggage, delay or personal injury.
• We strongly recommend everyone has their own travel insurance, and scuba diving insurance where applicable.
Please refer to Trade Practices Act 1974.
SCUBA DIVING - Important Information
It is not our company’s decision regarding these laws - we are regulated by the Queensland Government
• You will be required to complete a Medical Questionnaire before participating in any Scuba activities.
• Some medical conditions OR medications may prevent you from scuba diving unless a current Queensland Diving Medical Certificate can be shown to the Dive Instructor on
board.
For example: Asthma or wheezing or use of an inhaler, brain spinal cord or nervous/anxiety disorder, chronic bronchitis or persistent chest complaint, chronic sinus, collapsed lung (pneumothorax), diabetes mellitus, chest surgery, epilepsy, fainting, seizures or blackouts, heart disease of any kind, high blood pressure, recurrent ear problems when flying, tuberculosis and any other long-term lung disease. However medical conditions are not limited to the aforementioned there are many other conditions.
• If you are unsure of a particular medical condition or medication, please check with our Office before booking your dive.
• It is the Passenger's Responsibility to be proactive in relation to their medical conditions and taking of medications to ensure they are ok to scuba dive if they wish to do so
on the day.
• If you have not been proactive in checking with our office regarding any medical issues prior to your Reef Trip, you must be aware that details of your medication will be sent
to the Queensland Dive Doctors on the Day of Travel. This can be difficult for the Dive Doctors as they do not know your medical history. We can only give them information
submitted to us on your medical form so please understand that the dive Doctor may require a full dive medical to clear you to dive.
• Prior and existing Medical conditions where medication is not being taken cannot be sent to the Dive Doctors therefor important to contact our office.
• Please be advised that if you are not allowed to Scuba Dive due to your medical condition/medication that this is the decision from the Queensland Dive Doctors and their
decision is final.
• DO NOT presume that by taking medication is controlling your medical conditions and you should be fine to scuba dive as it is the medication that can be the problem when
scuba diving.
• No refunds on uncompleted dives.
• Passengers intending to dive but restricted due to the aforementioned will not be offered a refund.
• Please remember you need to allow 24 hours from your last dive before flying.
• If you do have any pre-existing/existing medical conditions or are taking any medication whatsoever and are not sure whether you will be deemed medically fit to Scuba
Dive, Please Contact Our Office on 07 4037 2700 or email us at [email protected], we will be only too happy to help you and can contact the Dive Doctors before your
trip to see whether you will need a dive medical or not. Alternatively, consult your own Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms 'AS.4005.1
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2 Reviews for “Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise”
Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise
Thalia
5
“The crew were Great! Very helpful and attentive. The best part of the day was snorkelling”
Thank you very much for this great experience. My sister did snoreling for the first tiume ever. She was very afraid at the first spot but crew members helped her do so... very proud of her! The crew were really nice, helpful and friendly. Thank you!!
Contact details are required for tracing purposes upon entry.*
Practice physical distancing.
Wash your hands regularly.
Follow the rules and keep us all safe.
Note: A printed an signed statement of compliance is displayed on premises.
COVID safe Tour Protocols & Procedures
Pre-screening
Wherever possible, Reef Trips will seek to pre-screen crew and passengers prior to attendance, in line with identified public health processes.
Maintenance of effective records, survey/questionnaire responses and other customer information may be vital in the community response to COVID-19. Records including pre-screening and contact details will be kept for a minimum two-month period.
Pre-screening also helps to increase staff and customer confidence that they are safe.
Social distancing
Due to the nature of COVID-19 and the manner in which the virus spreads (through close contact with an infected person or touching a contaminated surface), the most effective way to slow transmission of the virus is through physical distancing and hygiene practices.
In all contexts, our staff will facilitate practices which support appropriate social distancing aligned to most recent advice from the Chief Health Officer.
Our management and crew will remain up to date with health advice and to ensure compliance, above and beyond the details outlined in this document.
Indoor and outdoor areas have been calculated for maintaining a density of no more than 1 person per 4-meter square of floor space.
Cleaning & Hygiene
Management will:
Promote frequent and effective hand washing by all staff, customers, and visitors.
Have cleaning and disinfect products readily available with instructions on safe & effective cleaning & disinfecting procedures.
Ensure adequate time and resources are provided for enhanced cleaning procedures to be undertaken.
Ensure appropriate training for staff to implement enhanced cleaning procedures in line with contemporary practice.
Have alcohol-based hand sanitiser and or hand washing facilities with soap readily available to staff and customers for regular use.
Marine Tourism COVID Safe Requirements
A capacity of one person per two square metres based on accessible indoor and outdoor space provided the outdoor space offers protection when inclement weather is expected (e.g. from the sun and rain).
OR
Up to 100% of indoor seated capacity provided passengers are in ticketed and allocated seating to allow for inclement weather, except the kiosk (e.g. food and beverage kiosk) where passengers must maintain 1.5m physical distancing from these areas. Operators must also manage the outdoor space to maintain one person per two square metres in these areas.
Thalia
5“The crew were Great! Very helpful and attentive. The best part of the day was snorkelling”
pablo
5Thank you very much for this great experience. My sister did snoreling for the first tiume ever. She was very afraid at the first spot but crew members helped her do so... very proud of her! The crew were really nice, helpful and friendly. Thank you!!