Silverswift: The Fastest Dive Vessel in Cairns
Looking for an unforgettable adventure on the Great Barrier Reef? Look no further than Silverswift, the fastest dive vessel departing daily from Cairns. Silverswift is your ticket to a day filled with fun and excitement in the crystal-clear waters of the reef. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or prefer snorkelling, this is your opportunity for an adventure of a lifetime!
Silverswift is all about getting you in the water to explore the wonders of the reef. With its state-of-the-art design and experienced crew, you can trust that your dive or snorkel experience will be amazing. The Great Barrier Reef is renowned for its vibrant marine life and stunning coral formations, and Silverswift is your gateway to this underwater paradise.
Join us for a day of action-packed aquatic exploration. Swim alongside colourful fish, encounter majestic sea turtles, and marvel at the beauty of the coral gardens beneath the surface. Silverswift offers a range of activities to suit all levels of experience, so whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll find something to thrill you.
At Silverswift, safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. Our friendly and knowledgeable crew is always ready to assist you, ensuring your adventure is exhilarating and safe. We provide top-quality gear and equipment so you can confidently dive or snorkel.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with Silverswift. Book your adventure today and get ready for a day filled with unforgettable memories.
Experience the best of the reef with Silverswift, where adventure meets natural beauty!
Dive and Snorkel Three Spectacular Reef Sites in One Day
Experience the adventure of a lifetime with Silverswift as we take you on a journey to the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Our goal is simple: to immerse you in the captivating underwater world of this natural wonder. Get ready for a day that’s exciting and breathtaking!
Three Unique Outer Great Barrier Reef Sites in One Day
Our expeditions offer you the unique opportunity to explore not one, not two, but three different outer reef sites. The locations, chosen from Flynn, Pellowe, Milln, and Thetford Reefs, vary depending on the day’s diving and snorkelling conditions. Rest assured, each site is handpicked for its visual impact and ecological diversity, ensuring you have the most enriching experience possible.
Five Hours of Reef Exploration
Prepare to spend an incredible five hours on the reef, immersing yourself in its beauty and wonder. Dive or snorkel alongside vibrantly coloured marine creatures and discover spectacular coral formations and underwater gardens. With exclusive permits and access to remote sites, you can explore some of the most pristine and untouched parts of the Great Barrier Reef.
Relaxation and Delicious Meals
In between your water adventures, please take a moment to relax on our spacious sundecks or in the comfortable air-conditioned lounges. We understand that all this exploration can work up an appetite, so we’ve covered you with a delicious lunch to refuel hungry adventurers.
The Ultimate Dive and Snorkel Experience
Silverswift and Silversonic are your partners in making your dive and snorkel adventure truly unforgettable. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a snorkelling enthusiast, our experienced crew is here to assist you and ensure your safety throughout the day.
Return to Cairns at 4:30 PM
After an action-packed day of underwater exploration, we’ll return you to Cairns at 4:30 PM, leaving you with memories of a day well spent in one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders.
Don’t miss this opportunity to dive and snorkel at three unique Great Barrier Reef sites in a single day. Book your adventure now and prepare to be amazed by this marine paradise’s sheer beauty and biodiversity.
Experience the Magic of Snorkelling with Silversonic and Silverswift
At Silversonic and Silverswift, we believe a day on the Great Barrier Reef should be about immersing yourself in the underwater wonderland. It’s a thrilling, exotic, and awe-inspiring adventure that awaits you!
Explore Three Unique Reef Sites
Our expeditions grant you access to three distinct and ecologically diverse reef sites, carefully chosen to match the day’s conditions. Our roaming permits make These sites all the more special, allowing us to explore remote and pristine locations. Remember that some of the most spectacular snorkelling can be found in the shallow areas around the reef top, where coral thrives in the sunlight.
Safety and Guidance
Your safety is our top priority. That’s why we provide a guided snorkel tour, informative snorkel briefings at each reef site, and dedicated lifeguard snorkel officers to ensure your well-being as you explore the underwater world. Thanks to our large submerged platforms at Silversonic and Silverswift’s back decks, getting into the water is a breeze.
No Experience Necessary
Even if you’ve never snorkelled, there’s no need to worry. Our expert crew is on hand to provide instructions. However, we recommend having basic swimming skills and a reasonable fitness level, as snorkelling can be physically demanding. For those who prefer extra buoyancy, we offer flotation devices and buoyancy vests on board at no extra cost. Additionally, we have prescription masks available to enhance your experience if you wear prescription glasses.
Guided Snorkel Tours
We encourage you to join our guided snorkel tour to appreciate the marine life surrounding you truly. Our marine interpreters will lead you over shallow coral gardens, pointing out fascinating fish, marine creatures, vibrant corals, and other points of interest. It’s an educational and immersive experience that enhances your connection with the reef.
Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef is not just wonderful; it’s an exciting and truly memorable adventure. Join us for a day of exploration and discovery as you dip beneath the surface into the enchanting world of the reef. Book your snorkelling adventure today and prepare for an experience like no other!
Certified Diving Adventure with Silver Series
For certified divers seeking an extraordinary underwater experience, the Silver Series offers the opportunity to explore up to three stunning dive sites, each showcasing a different facet of the Great Barrier Reef. With a wide selection of dive sites, ranging from gentle coral gardens to thrilling drift and wall dives, there’s something for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts.
Safety and Expertise
Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. That’s why our professional instructors accompany every dive at no extra cost. They possess extensive local knowledge of the reef systems we visit and are passionate about sharing their insights. This ensures that every dive is safe, educational, and enriching. Certified dives typically last approximately 40 minutes or more, allowing ample time to explore the vibrant underwater world.
Dive in Comfort
The Great Barrier Reef offers some of the world’s most comfortable scuba diving conditions. Water temperatures range from 22–29 Celsius (75–85 Fahrenheit), ideal for year-round diving. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced diver, you’ll find the warm waters of the reef inviting and enjoyable.
Discover Marine Diversity with Silver Swift Cairns
The Great Barrier Reef is a globally renowned hotspot for marine biodiversity. It supports an incredible array of life, including 1,500 species of fish, 400 types of corals, 4,000 species of molluscs, and 10,000 species of sponges. Diving here is like exploring a living underwater museum, where every dive reveals new wonders.
Silverswift Cairns Dive Requirements
To participate in certified diving, you must present proof of your certification. Additionally:
- Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and asthma, or specific medications may restrict some individuals from scuba diving. Please refer to our dive medical page for more details.
- The minimum age for diving is 12 years old.
- If you plan to fly after diving, we recommend waiting for at least 12 hours, preferably 24 hours, especially if you’ve completed multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or higher.
- Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Dive into the adventure of a lifetime with Silver Series and discover the unparalleled beauty and biodiversity of the Great Barrier Reef’s underwater realm. Book your certified diving experience today and prepare to be amazed by the wonders that await beneath the surface.
Highlights
- Outer Barrier Reef
- 5 hours at the reef
- 3 Reef locations
Itinerary
Get Ready to Take the Plunge!
- 7:30 am – Check-in at the counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal for your boarding passes.
- 8:15 am – Vessel boarding. Complimentary morning tea/breakfast is served.
- 8:30 am – Depart Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal for the Outer Reef. On the journey, certified and introductory dive briefings begin.
- 9:50 am – Arrive at first reef location. Divers will gear up, while the snorkelers’ site briefing begins.
- 11:15 am – We depart for the second reef location. Option for introductory and certified divers to do a second dive. Snorkelers site briefing.
- 12:30 pm – Tropical hot and cold buffet lunch served in the air-conditioned cabin.
- 1:40 pm – We depart for the third location. Snorkelers are once again briefed as to the areas best to snorkel. Guided snorkel tour. Option for certified divers to do a third dive or second introductory dive.
- 2:15 pm – Afternoon tea served.
- 3:00 pm – All passengers board vessel for final passenger count.
- 3:15 pm – We commence the journey back to cairns.
- 4:30 pm – We arrive at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
Included
Your cruise includes:
– Return Silverswift cruise from Cairns
– Morning and afternoon teas
– Hot and cold tropical smorgasbord lunch
– Snorkelling equipment (even if diving, you will still have plenty of time to snorkel)
– Guided snorkel tour
Optional Extras
- Coach Transfers
- Scuba Diving activities
What to bring
- Your camera.
- Swimming costume, beach towel and also sunglasses.
- A hat, sunscreen and a shirt
- Your diving certification card
- Cash for drinks at the bar, credit card for additional dives.
How to get there
Silverswift Cairns departs from the Cairns Marina.
Please check-in at the Silverswift/Great Adventures counters inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street in Cairns) between 7:30 am and 8:00 am. Silverswift departs the marina at 8:30am.
Important Information
Safety Comes First onboard Ocean Spirit!
Queensland, Australia has some of the strictest scuba diving rules in the world. It also has the safest scuba diving record. The Queensland Government Code of Practice regulates us, and we comply with all regulations.
We recommend that our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking as some medical conditions, age, and medications may prevent you from scuba diving.
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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.