Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

About this tour

A full-day guided dive expedition to the outer [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) departing from Port Douglas, designed for certified divers. Your guide stays with you throughout the 9-hour trip, revealing reef formations and marine life while you explore pristine local dive sites. All equipment, meals, and refreshments are provided, allowing you to focus entirely on the underwater experience.

Highlights

• Outer reef sites rarely visited by casual operators
• Dedicated guide with hundreds of local dives logged
• Premium rental gear included, well-maintained and current
• Private group structure—no cattle-boat crowds
• Lunch and snacks provided between dives
• Air-conditioned transport to and from the marina
• Small-group intimacy with personalised marine insights

What to expect

You'll meet your guide at dawn and travel by comfortable vehicle to Port Douglas marina. The boat departs early to reach outer reef sites before crowds arrive. Expect two to three guided dives across the day, with surface intervals for recovery and lunch. Your guide navigates you through coral gardens, drop-offs, and bommies, pointing out reef fish, rays, turtles, and macro life. The pace is steady but unhurried—this isn't a rush. You'll return to shore mid-afternoon, tired and salt-soaked.

Good to know

Certification card required. Moderate fitness needed for boat handling and multiple dives. Seasickness tablets recommended for sensitive stomachs. BYO towel or rent one. Alcoholic drinks not included—bring your own if you wish. Book well ahead in peak season.

Frequently asked

How long does Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef take?

Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef runs for approximately 9 hours.

How much does Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef cost?

Prices start from AUD $715 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.

Where does Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef run?

This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.

Who runs Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef?

The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. QLD Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.

Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?

The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.