Liveaboard Dive Boat - Ocean Quest
About
Description
Choose from 1 to 3 nights on board Deep Sea Divers Den's Liveaboard luxury dive boat.
The Great Barrier Reef is on the top of the list for visitors to Tropical North Queensland, Australia. It is little wonder as there is such an abundance of underwater reef teeming with brilliantly coloured corals and an infinite number of vibrant tropical fish, making it the ideal destination for warm water Great Barrier Reef Diving or Snorkeling.
Diving or Snorkeling with Deep Sea Divers Den is the right choice for visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Deep Sea Divers Den has operated from Cairns, Australia for over 30 years, making us not only the largest but also one of the longest established Cairns Diving and Snorkeling companies in the area. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced Diver or Snorkeler, your safety and enjoyment is on the top of our list when you visit the Great Barrier Reef with us.
Come and join us for the adventure of a lifetime diving the magnificent Outer Barrier Reef with Cairns most established and renowned dive operator Deep Sea Divers Den.
Ocean Quest caters for Snorkellers, Certified and Introductory divers.
The Boat
Taka is a 30 metre mono hull over 5 deck levels. With 7 twin/double suites, and 4 quad share cabins, we have the capacity to sleep 30 customers overnight on the reef in unrivalled comfort and luxury. All rooms have en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, as well as TV’s. There is a large lounge area on the wheelhouse deck with a bar where you can relax and kick back after a long days diving. The main deck has a large dining room capable of comfortably seating 30 passengers.
The Dive Sites
We have 14 permanent moorings on the Outer Barrier Reef (including Norman and Saxon reefs) that ensure minimal damage to the pristine coral formations. Our dive sites are frequented by myriads of tropical fish and include the ever popular large Maori Wrasse, who are always diver friendly. The swim through, wall and drift dives will appeal to every level of diver experience and the night dive with sharks is a truly unforgettable experience.
Non certified divers and Intro diving
If you have never dived before and don't want to do a full course you can now book a 'Discover SCUBA Diving' 2 Day/1Night liveaboard trip including 5 Introductory Dives. All that is required is the ability to swim and you will also be required to fill out a medical questionnaire. Select 'Intro Diving' when booking.
Whilst you are on your way to the reef you will be given a briefing outlining what is involved (usually about 45 minutes). This briefing will outline the procedures that will make your experience a safe and unforgettable one.
On arrival at the reef, you will start by practising with your equipment on the surface. Once you and your instructor are comfortable with those skills, you practice them again, this time below the surface (only a few feet).
Finally when you and your instructor feel comfortable it's time to dive!!! As a resort diver there will be a maximum of 4 divers with 1 instructor. The supervision is very close at all times. You will go to a maximum depth of 12 m (40ft) and these dives generally last around 1/2 hour.
During the dive you can expect to see the Great Barrier Reef in all its glory - You will discover excitement and adventure - freedom and serenity. Nothing compares to the "weightless" exhilaration of breathing underwater.
Alternatively, you are more than welcome to snorkel as often as you like.
Trip Includes
- Twin share and double rooms with ensuite bathroom
- Dive Equipment and Air Fills
- Bed Linen
- Fresh Showers
- All meals
- Fresh water / Tea & Coffee
- City Accommodation Transfers
- Certified Divers - 4 dives daily including a night dive
- Intro Divers - 3 dives daily (2 on last day)
Duration
- 2 days and 1 night
- 3 days and 2 nights
- 4 days and 3 nights
Departures
- 9am from Cairns Marlin Marina (returns by 4.30pm on your last day)
- Departs every day
Other Information
- Non divers can choose Snorkelling options or the 1 night 2 day intro diving option
- Guided dives with an instructor costs $15 extra
- If you wish to stay another night on board you can pay an extra $170 per night (depending on availability)
- Double rooms are available for an extra $10 per person per night
- Children are welcome however they must be supervised by an adult at all times
- The night dive is with sharks (Awesome!!)
- Please read the important dive information before booking
- GST, Port and Fuel Levy and EMC of $20 per person per day is also payable on board
- Everyone will be required to fill out a Medical Waiver Release and Indemnity Deed onboard the vessel
- Please leave at least 24 hours after your last dive before flying
- There is a licensed bar on board the boat