outer great barrier reef

townsville

Explore the beautiful sights of the Outer Great Barrier Reef off Townsville!

Departing Townsville, we head out to Wheeler or Helix Reef within 2.5 hours on our fast boat, Ocean Magic. This trip includes 2 dives (or snorkels), where you get to explore some of the most pristine and untouched Reefs off Townsville.

You will be treated to a light lunch, snacks & drinking water on board during the day with plenty of time to marvel at the beauty these unique dive sites has to offer!

This trip departs from Townsville. This trip heads out to either Wheeler or Helix Reef. Please get in touch prior to booking to confirm the location.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔ Quality snorkel equipment (Includes masks, fins, wetsuit/ Lycra suit – Snorkellers only)

✔ Light Lunch and snacks on board

✔ Drinking water available on board

✔ Snorkelling briefing

WHAT TO BRING

  • Hat

  • Towel

  • Water bottle

  • Change of clothes if required

  • Sunscreen

PRICING

CERTIFIED DIVING AND SNORKELLING

Adult: $315 (Snorkelling)

Child: $244 (Snorkelling, 4-14 years old)

Introductory Dive (includes equipment): $90

Certified Dive/s: $25 (price includes up to 2 dives)

*Price includes Reef taxes and mooring fees of the Museum of Underwater Art

optional extras

Scuba Equipment Hire (incl computer) $40.00/day

  • Enriched Air (Nitrox fills) $20.00 per tank

  • GoPro Hire (inc. Micro SD card) $50.00

*Minimum age for introductory diving is 12 years old and minimum age of certified diving is 10 years old

Terms and conditions

  • It is IMPORTANT you call us between 4pm and 5pm the day prior to your trip for a final confirmation as all of our trips are numbers and weather dependent

  • All our trips have a 48hr change and cancellation policy which means you will not receive a refund if you cancel inside this time frame

  • No refunds will be given if you are unable to participate due to a medical condition or seasickness

  • Yongala Dive reserves the right to cancel due to minimum numbers not being met, bad weather or maintenance issues

  • Yongala Dive reserves the right to change departure/check-in times

  • Travel Insurance recommended