OVERNIGHT (TWO DAY) CAIRNS LIVEABOARD

CAIRNS DIVE CENTRE

CDC offers both snorkel and scuba diving on their vessel M.V. Kangaroo Explorer, which carries a maximum of 36 passengers with 16 cabins. Cabins are all ensuited (double, twin and four share cabins) air conditioned and have a window. The trips depart daily, and includes complimentary bus transfers to and from your accommodation (pickup at 7:00am.)

All dive equipment is supplied, including dive computers, wetsuits, stingersuits, and torches. Ceritified divers can take part in a total of 5 day dives and 1 night dive, the total cost is $370 - doubles and twin cabins do not cost extra, but are allocated at the time of booking on a 'first come first served' basis. A refresher course is offered to all certified divers at no extra cost. This takes place the day before the dive trip between 11:30am and 12:30pm. Guided dives are $11 extra.

A snorkelling trip costs $250 and a free introductory dive in the centre's pool is offered prior to the trip. Introductory dive packages are available on board the boat. The boat visits Moore, Milln, Briggs, Channel, Elford and Thetford reefs. Vegetarians are catered for with prior notice. SSI courses are offered.

$20 per day (Port, Reef and Fuel) levy is additional to all prices quoted. It is also important to remember that luggage can be no larger than an airport carry on, but CDC can store your bags for $5 per trip.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $45 for three dives. Alternately, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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CORAL SEA DREAMING

This two day tour showcases great reef locations in small personal groups of no more than 12 guests. Coral Sea Dreaming owns 21 moorings at nine of the most pristine reef locations in Cairns! This overnight liveaboard visit outer reef sites such as Flynn, Milln, Tetford and Hastings Reef where you will see Barracudas, resident reef sharks, turtles, and the friendly Maori Wrasse. Coral Sea Dreaming also has its own dive compressor for unlimited tank refills, allowing you to enjoy as much diving and snorkelling as you want without a rigid schedule.

The two day, one night sailing trip costs $440 per person in a shared cabin or $460 per person in a private double cabin.

A four dive package for certified divers costs an additional $180, and a three dive package for introductory divers costs $150. All dive equipment and full length wetsuit are supplied

Coral Sea Dreaming departs at 8:00am Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and returns at approximately 4:30pm the next day.

Underwater cameras are not available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard. Camera rental will need to be organized in advance, and Coral Sea Dreaming recommends Cairns Unlimited for your underwater camera rental. You can rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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DEEP SEA DIVERS DEN

Ocean Quest offers a 2 day liveaboard that includes both snorkelling and scuba diving. There is a free bus transfer that will pick you up from your accommodation at 7.45. This shuttle bus will also return you to your accommodation by 5.00 on day 2. The maximum passengers aboard is 48 and the cheapest cabin is a 4 person dormitary. All cabins have tvs and ensuite bathrooms, there is a large dining room, lounge and bar.

The morning is spent on the transfer boat which offers 2 dives, if possible at 2 different locations. At 2.00 the pasengers move on to Ocean Quest in time for an afternoon dive. On the second day divers have 2 more chances to dive. A night dive is also offered which means a total of 7 dives throughout the trip. Dive guides are also availiable for an extra $15.

Meals and tea are included in the price and alcohol and snacks can be purchased on the boats. Prices range from $435 for certified diving, $585 for introductory and $385 for snorkelling, plus a $20 per day reef tax. The cheapest cabin is a 4 share. Padi courses are offered.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $50 per day. Alternately, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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REEF ENCOUNTER

A liveaboard Catamaran that accommodates around 42 passengers with its 21 twin or double cabins, all with their own private bathrooms. The trip depats daily at 7:30am from Marlin Jetty, there is a bus transfer from the city and northern beaches for an extra $10 and $16, respectively. On the second day you will return to the jetty at aproximately 4:30pm. Availiable on board is a large dining room, tv room, Bar, spacious sun deck and heated spa. Also included are gourmet meals, and a supply throughout the day of tea, coffee, milo and fresh fruit.

For certified divers there is a chance to take part in 5 day dives and 1 night dive. Dive equipment is included in the price apart from wet suit and dive torches which are an extra $5 each per day. For Certified divers the 2 day livaboard costs from $449.

The trip is also open to introductary divers and there is a large easy access water platform. Introductory divers get 5 day dives and are able to purchase an introductory night dive for an added $80. The introductary dives cost from $589.


Reef Encounter is also offered to snorkellers, these prices range from $359 and they are invited to take a free ten minute scubadiving lesson. There is also an additional charge of $15 levy per day which includes reef tax and the charge for visiting the reef. Alcohol, soft drinks, snacks, cameras, t-shirts and souvenirs can all be purchased on the boat.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $66 for two days. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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RUM RUNNER

This is a 20 metre motor sailing schooner with bunk style beds, share accommodation, share toilets and WC (shower and toilet in the same compartment), who mainly cater to the budget traveller market, doing snorkelling and diving tours, and visits around 5 different reef sites. There is a maximum of 16 guests with 4 or 5 members of crew. The boat departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7.30 from Marlin Marina Cairns. Prices for snorkelling range from $280 including a free introductory dive, and 6 certified diving package from $360.

Full scuba gear including the wetsuits is included in the price. Night dives are offered as part of the 6 dive package, you will receive a briefing before each dive and dive leaders are also optional at no extra cost. Drinks are BYO or purchased from the bar, fresh meals are prepared on the ship, which caters for vegetarians. There is a $15 a day tax levy. PADI courses are offered.

Underwater cameras are not available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard. Camera rental will need to be organized in advance. You rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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VAGABOND

The Vagabond departs every Saturday, Monday and Wednesday and boards at 730 am from Marlin Jetty. It is a luxury 65ft cruising yacht, accommodating up to 11 guests. There is no fixed dive timetable but the yacht bases itself at Moore Reef then may visit Elford Thetford and briggs reed and micaelmas and upolu cays Dives cost $35 each though an introductory dive is $75 and a night dive is $45. The price for the trip range from $290. All dive equipment is supplied within the price.

Meals are included in price and prepared on board the ships, there are also low cost drinks served at the bar. Any special dietary requirements must be explained 24 hours prior to the trip. There is a $15 a day tax levy.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $50 per day. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $75 for the entire two day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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THREE DAY CAIRNS LIVEABOARD

CAIRNS DIVE CENTRE

CDC offers both snorkel and scuba diving on their vessel M.V. Kangaroo Explorer, which carries a maximum of 36 passengers with 16 cabins. Cabins are all ensuited (double, twin and four share cabins) air conditioned and have a window. The trips depart daily, and includes complimentary bus transfers to and from your accommodation (pickup at 7:00am.)

All dive equipment is supplied, including dive computers, wetsuits, stingersuits, and torches. Certified divers can take part in a total of 8 day dives and 2 night dives, the total cost is $490 - doubles and twin cabins do not cost extra, but are allocated at the time of booking on a 'first come first served' basis. A refresher course is offered to all certified divers at no extra cost. This takes place the day before the dive trip between 11:30am and 12:30pm. Guided dives are $11 extra.

A snorkelling trip costs $350 and a free introductory dive in the centre's pool is offered prior to the trip. Introductory dive packages are available on board the boat. The boat visits Moore, Milln, Briggs, Channel, Elford and Thetford reefs. Vegetarians are catered for with prior notice. SSI courses are offered.

$20 per day (Port, Reef and Fuel) levy is additional to all prices quoted. It is also important to remember that luggage can be no larger than an airport carry on, but CDC can store your bags for $5 per trip.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $45 for three dives. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $95 for the entire three day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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DEEP SEA DIVERS DEN

Ocean Quest offers a 3 day liveaboard that includes both snorkelling and scuba diving. There is a free bus transfer that will pick you up from your accommodation at 7:45am. This shuttle bus will also return you to your accommodation by 5:00pm on day 3. The maximum number of passengers aboard is 48 and the most affordable accommodation option is a 4 person dormitary. All cabins have tvs and ensuite bathrooms, there is a large dining room, lounge and bar.

The morning is spent on the transfer boat which offers 2 dives, if possible at 2 different locations. At 2:00pm, the pasengers move on to Ocean Quest in time for an afternoon dive. A night dive is offered on both evenings and throughout the trip there is a total of 11 dives.

Dive guides are also availiable for an extra $15. Meals and tea are included in the price, and alcohol and snacks can be purchased on the boats. Prices range from $550 plus a $20 per day reef tax. Padi courses are offered.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $50 per day. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $95 for the entire three day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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MIKE BALL DIVE EXPEDITIONS

Departs from Cairns at 7:00am every Monday and returns at 8:00am on Thursday. Mike Ball Dive Expeditions visits the prime Ribbon Reef sites and has a low flying flight to Lizard Island. Diving and snorkelling – this trip is suitable for the average diver. Aproximately 3 dive sites per day with unlimited dive time, and a total of 12 dives throughout the trip. All diving is north of Cooktown.

There is a maximum of 28 passengers and 12 crew, a spacious dining room, lounge and alfresco deck. Chef prepared meals, complimentary soft drinks and Australian wines with dinner.


There is also a complimentary eco program offered. Prices range from $1598.

You can rent a Canon Powershot G10 on board for $40 per day, or a Canon Powershot G12 for $60 per day. Alternatively, you could rent the same G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire trip.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. On rentals of more than two days, the G10 comes with enough memory to take over 1200 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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PRO-DIVE

Pro Dive Cairns have 16 exclusive dive sites on 4 different Outer Great Barrier Reefs that they visit a selection of on their 3 day 2 night live aboard trip. Their trips depart every day except Tuesdays. On Thursdays and Sundays there will also be German speaking staff, and on Saturdays they have Japanese speaking staff onboard. Check in is at 6:15am at the Pro Dive Cairns retail shop with complimentary transfers for all passengers staying in the Cairns central area and Northern Beaches as far as Palm Cove. For divers there is a total of 11 dives, 9 day and 2 night. All dive equipment is included in the price, including torches and dive computers.

Prices range from $550 for snorkelers and $620 for divers, plus $50 per person as part of the tax levy. Meals are included in price, and on the evening of your return you are invited to join the crew for dinner at a local restaurant (own expense).

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $35 per dive or $120 for three days. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $95 for the entire three day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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REEF ENCOUNTER

Reef Encounter is a liveaboard Catamaran that accommodates around 42 passengers with its 21 twin or double cabins, all with their own private bathrooms. The trip departs daily at 7:30am from Marlin Jetty, there is a bus transfer from the city and northern beaches for an extra $10 and $16, respectively. On the third day you will return to the jetty at aproximately 4:30pm. The vessel features a large dining room, tv room, bar, spacious sun deck and heated spa. Also included are gourmet meals, and a supply throughout the day of tea, coffee, milo and fresh fruit.

For certified divers there is a chance to take part in 8 day dives and 2 night dives. Dive equipment is included in the price apart from wet suit and dive torches, which are an extra $5 each per day. For Certified divers the 3 day liveaboard costs from $699.

The trip is also open to introductory divers and there is a large easy access water platform. Introductory divers get 8 day dives and are able to purchase introductory night dives for an added $80 each. The introductory dives cost from $939.

For snorkellers, prices range from $559. A free ten minute scubadiving lesson is offered. There is also an additional charge of $15 levy per day which includes reef tax and the charge for visiting the reef. Alcohol, soft drinks, snacks, t-shirts and souvenirs can all be purchased on the boat.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $99 for three days. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $95 for the entire three day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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SPIRIT OF FREEDOM

The vessel departs Cairns on its three day trip at 12:00am Monday with a complimentary bus transfer at 11:00am, and returns Thursday 11:30am. As well as diving and snorkelling also on offer is a scenic flight from Lizard Island back to Cairns on the last day. Also included in the price is ensuite bathrooms with daily service and chef prepared meals with wine.

Overall 11 dives are offered including a night dive, also a guided walk along Watson's bay on Thursday morning. Prices range around $1350. For an extra $120 dive equipment is supplied throughout the trip.

Underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $65 per dive or $105 per day. This is for the top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10. Alternately, you could rent the same Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $95 for the entire three day trip.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. When you rent a digital underwater camera from Cairns Unlimited, it comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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FOUR DAY CAIRNS LIVEABOARD

CAIRNS DIVE CENTRE

CDC offers both snorkel and scuba diving on their vessel M.V. Kangaroo Explorer, which carries a maximum of 36 passengers with 16 cabins. Cabins are all ensuited (double, twin and four share cabins) air conditioned and have a window. The trips depart daily, and includes complimentary bus transfers to and from your accommodation (pickup at 7:00am.)

All dive equipment is supplied, including dive computers, wetsuits, stingersuits, and torches. Certified divers can take part in a total of 11 day dives and 3 night dives, the total cost is $610 - doubles and twin cabins do not cost extra, but are allocated at the time of booking on a 'first come first served' basis. A refresher course is offered to all certified divers at no extra cost. This takes place the day before the dive trip between 11:30am and 12:30pm. Guided dives are $11 extra.

A snorkelling trip costs $450 and a free introductory dive in the centre's pool is offered prior to the trip. Introductory dive packages are available on board the boat. The boat visits Moore, Milln, Briggs, Channel, Elford and Thetford reefs. Vegetarians are catered for with prior notice. SSI courses are offered.

$20 per day (Port, Reef and Fuel) levy is additional to all prices quoted.It is also important to remember that luggage can be no larger than an airport carry on, but CDC can store your bags for $5 per trip.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $45 for three dives. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire four day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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MIKE BALL DIVE EXPEDITIONS

Departs from Cairns at 6:00pm every Thursday and returns 11:00am on Monday. Offers diving in the Coral Sea and has a low flying flight to Lizard Island. Aproximately 3 dives sites per day with unlimited dive time, and 14 dives in total. All diving is north of Cooktown, and this expedition is best suited to experienced divers.

There is a maximum of 28 passengers and 12 crew, a spacious dining room, lounge and alfresco deck. Chef prepared meals, complimentary soft drinks and Australian wines with dinner.


There is also a complimentary eco program offered. Prices range from $1808.

You can rent a Canon Powershot G10 on board for $40 per day, or a Canon Powershot G12 for $60 per day. Alternatively, you could rent the same G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire trip.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. On rentals of more than two days, the G10 comes with enough memory to take over 1200 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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REEF ENCOUNTER

A liveaboard Catamaran that accommodates around 42 passengers with its 21 twin or double cabins, all with their own private bathrooms. The trip departs daily at 7:30am from Marlin Jetty, there is a bus transfer from the city and northern beaches for an extra $10 and $16, respectively. On the fourth day you will return to the jetty at aproximately 4:30pm. Available on board is a large dining room, tv room, bar, spacious sun deck and heated spa. Also included are gourmet meals, and a supply throughout the day of tea, coffee, milo and fresh fruit.

For certified divers there is a chance to take part in 11 day dives and 3 night dives. Dive equipment is included in the price apart from wet suit and dive torches which are an extra $5 each per day. For Certified divers the 4 day liveaboard costs from $949.

The trip is also open to introductary divers and there is a large easy access water platform. Introductory divers get 11 day dives and are able to purchase introductory night dives for an added $80 each. The introductory dives cost from $1289.

Reef Encounter also caters to to snorkellers, these prices range from $759 and they are invited to take a free ten minute scubadiving lesson. There is also an additional charge of $15 levy per day which includes reef tax and the charge for visiting the reef. Alcohol, soft drinks, snacks, cameras, t-shirts and souvenirs can all be purchased on the boat.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $132 for four days. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire four day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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SPIRIT OF FREEDOM

The vessel departs Cairns at 8:30am Monday with a complimentry bus transfer at 7:30am, and returns Monday 7:30am. As well as diving and snorkelling, also on offer is a scenic flight from Cairns to Lizard island on the first day. Also included in price is ensuite bathrooms with daily service and chef prepared meals with wine.

Overall 15 dives are offered including a night dive, also offered is a guided walk along Watson's bay . Prices range around $1675. For an extra $160 dive equipment is supplied throughout the trip.

Underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $65 per dive or $105 per day. This is for the top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10. Alternately, you could rent the same Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire four day trip.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. When you rent a digital underwater camera from Cairns Unlimited, it comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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TAKA DIVE

Taka's four day Cod Hole trip departs Cairns on Tuesday evening with a leisurely cruise overnight, to wake up at your destination, the famous Cod Hole, on the Ribbon Reefs. From there you will experience three full days of diving with a minimum of ten dives over the trip.

Prices start at $1230 for a bed in a four share dorm cabin, and range to $1725 for stateroom accommodation, with standard twin rooms at $1370 and ensuited twin/double cabins at $1525. Gear hire is $120 for the duration of the trip, and a $20 per day reef tax is additional on all prices.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $120 for four days. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $115 for the entire four day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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FIVE DAY CAIRNS LIVEABOARD

CAIRNS DIVE CENTRE

CDC offers both snorkel and scuba diving on their vessel M.V. Kangaroo Explorer, which carries a maximum of 36 passengers with 16 cabins. Cabins are all ensuited (double, twin and four share cabins) air conditioned and have a window. The trips depart daily, and includes complimentary bus transfers to and from your accommodation (pickup at 7:00am.)

All dive equipment is supplied, including dive computers, wetsuits, stingersuits, and torches. Certified divers can take part in a total of 14 day dives and 4 night dives, the total cost is $730 - doubles and twin cabins do not cost extra, but are allocated at the time of booking on a 'first come first served' basis. A refresher course is offered to all certified divers at no extra cost. This takes place the day before the dive trip between 11:30am and 12:30pm. Guided dives are $11 extra.

A snorkelling trip costs $550 and a free introductory dive in the centre's pool is offered prior to the trip. Introductory dive packages are available on board the boat. The boat visits Moore, Milln, Briggs, Channel, Elford and Thetford reefs. Vegetarians are catered for with prior notice. SSI courses are offered.

$20 per day (Port, Reef and Fuel) levy is additional to all prices quoted. It is also important to remember that luggage can be no larger than an airport carry on, but CDC can store your bags for $5 per trip.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $45 for three dives. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $135 for the entire five day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

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RUM RUNNER

At the time of writing, Rum Runner is in the process of organising a new 5 Day / 4 Night Coral Sea Expeditions to both West Holmes Reef - Located 120 Nm east of Cairns -home to the famous Abyss Drift Dive with its 1000m drop off and Predators Playground (Shark Feed Dive) - and Bougainville Reef (Located 70 Nm NW from Holmes).

Sample Standby Cost : From $990.00. Gear Hire and Reef Taxes are Extra. At least 10 to 12 dives.

Tours run mainly from September thru till November, with a Saturdays 1.00pm departure. Returns Wednesday morning. Only for group bookings of 8 or more divers; 14 Divers Max. Minimum Numbers Required for departures is 8 Guests.

Underwater cameras are not available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard. Camera rental will need to be organized in advance. You rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $135 for the entire five day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

BOOK THIS CAIRNS LIVEABOARD DIVING OR SNORKELLING TRIP TO RECEIVE FREE DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL!

TAKA DIVE

Taka's four day Cod Hole trip departs Cairns on Friday evening, with a leisurely cruise overnight, to wake up at your destination, the famous Cod Hole, on the Ribbon Reefs. From there you will experience four full days of diving with a minimum of 14 dives over the trip.

Prices start at $1540 for a bed in a four share dorm cabin, and range to $2200 for stateroom accommodation, with standard twin rooms at $1725 and ensuited twin/double cabins at $1930. Gear hire is $160 for the duration of the trip, and a $95 reef tax is additional on all prices.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $150. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $135 for the entire five day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

BOOK THIS CAIRNS LIVEABOARD DIVING OR SNORKELLING TRIP TO RECEIVE FREE DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL!

SIX DAY AND SEVEN DAY CAIRNS LIVEABOARD

MIKE BALL DIVE EXPEDITIONS

Departs from Cairns at 6:00pm every Thursday and returns at 8:00am on the following Thursday. Visits the prime Ribbon Reef sites in the Coral Sea. Aproximately 3 dive sites per day with unlimited dive time and 26 dives in total. All diving is north of Cooktown, and although this is a combination of the two trips, there is no repeat dive experience.


There is a maximum of 28 passengers and 12 crew, a spacious dining room, lounge and alfresco deck. Chef prepared meals, complimentary soft drinks and Australian wines with dinner. There is also a complimentary eco program offered. Prices range from $3147.

You can rent a Canon Powershot G10 on board for $40 per day, or a Canon Powershot G12 for $60 per day. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $155 for the entire trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. On rentals of more than two days, the G10 comes with enough memory to take over 1200 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

BOOK THIS CAIRNS LIVEABOARD DIVING OR SNORKELLING TRIP TO RECEIVE FREE DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL!

SPIRIT OF FREEDOM

The vessel departs Cairns at 12:00am Monday with a complimentry bus transfer at 11:00am, and returns on the following Monday at 7:30am. As well as diving and snorkelling also on offer is a chance to visit Lizard Island on the Thursday. Also included in price is ensuite bathrooms with daily service and chef prepared meals with wine.

Overall up to 26 dives are offered including night dives, also offered is a guided walk along Watson's bay. Prices range around $2775. For an extra $245 dive equipment is supplied throughout the trip.

Underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard at a cost of $65 per dive or $105 per day. This is for the top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10. Alternatively, you could rent the same Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $175 for the entire seven day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

BOOK THIS CAIRNS LIVEABOARD DIVING OR SNORKELLING TRIP TO RECEIVE FREE DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL!

TAKA DIVE

This tour comprises of a combination of both the 4 day 3 night tour to the Cod Hole & Northern Great Barrier Reef as well as the 5 day 4 night tour to the Cod Hole & Osprey reef in the Coral Sea.

During the seven-day trip you will have the opportunity to experience 24 dives at some of the worlds most renowned dive sites. You will enjoy your seven days diving at the 'world famous' Cod Hole, pristine Osprey reef in the Coral Sea and the beautifully diverse Ribbon Reefs.

As the trip is a combination of two tours, you will return to Cairns for a short two hour interval before embarking upon the second leg of your tour.

Your tour will either depart on Friday and return the following Friday, or depart Tuesday and return the following Tuesday.

Prices start at $2560 for a bed in a four share dorm cabin, and range to $3550 for stateroom accommodation, with standard twin rooms at $2840 and ensuited twin/double cabins at $3145. Gear hire is $240 for the duration of the trip, and a $125 reef tax is additional on all prices.

Basic underwater cameras are available for hire on board this Cairns liveaboard for a cost of $350. Alternatively, you could rent a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10 from Cairns Unlimited digital underwater camera rental for just $175 for the entire seven day trip. Other companies charge from $65 to $100 per day for this exact model of camera.

The G10 is easy to use, with a dedicated underwater mode and fully automatic shooting, but it also has advanced features that more experienced photographers will appreciate. The G10 comes with enough memory to take over 600 high resolution photographs (printable at massive A2 size) and video with sound!

BOOK THIS CAIRNS LIVEABOARD DIVING OR SNORKELLING TRIP TO RECEIVE FREE DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL!

DIGITAL UNDERWATER CAMERA RENTAL

Unless you have your own dive camera, you will need to rent a digital underwater camera from Cairns to capture your once in a lifetime experience of scuba diving the Cod Hole or swimming and snorkelling with Dwarf Minke Whales on the Ribbon Reefs.

Disposable underwater cameras offer poor results, and once the high cost of processing is included, are far more expensive per photograph than renting a top quality digital underwater camera. It is usually possible to rent a digital underwater camera on board the dive boat, but they can be expensive and are not always good quality.

The most economical option is to have your digital underwater camera delivered to you before your departure.

'Cairns Unlimited' digital underwater camera hire have been renting digital underwater cameras in Cairns since 2007. Prices - including delivery and a free DVD - start at under $29 per day on a four day trip (much less than you would pay on board!) and drop to just $25 per day on a seven day trip. That is for a top-of-the-range 14.7 Megapixel Canon Powershot G10, with dedicated underwater mode, Canon's patented 'Image Stabilization', Macro mode for sharp closeups... and enough memory to take over 1000 high resolution photos, not to mention high quality video with sound!