Want to dive and snorkel the best sites without the crowds? Or watch the sun set over the Coral Sea and wake up in the morning with a splash in our warm tropical waters teeming with fish.On Coral Sea Dreaming we fulfill your dream.Coral Sea Dreaming allows you to explore the reef with a freedom not possible on the larger live-aboard.
 | Vessel | Activities available on this boat | Ports | Choose from these sailing dates: | |||||||||||
| Coral Sea Dreaming |  Diving  Sailing  Swimming  Sunning  Exploring | Departs: Cairns Returns: Cairns Click on locations for more info |
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| Share Single or Double Berth - Child | Share Single Berth | Share Double Berth | Private Double Cabin | Book the whole boat | |
 | AUD $295.00 | AUD $440.00 | AUD $440.00 | AUD $460.00 | AUD $4900.00 |
Experience one of the Great Wonders of the World in a unique setting. Coral Sea Dreaming is a modern 18 metre (60ft) charter yacht made of steel with a beautiful wooden interior and different cabin options to please the most discerning traveller.
She is spacious and comfortable, and her luxurious and modern amenities make Coral Sea Dreaming the perfect boat for an extended private yacht charter. Coupled with our captain and crew's local knowledge, your vacation or yacht charter will be a personal adventure that many people do not experience in a life time. Snorkelling and scuba diving off Cairns and beyond on extended charters to make this Australian Great Barrier Reef experience unique.
On Coral Sea Dreaming we fulfil your dream. Our dive sites are second to none and with over 17 moorings on 9 different reef systems we showcase the best locations on the Great Barrier Reef.
Visit outer reefs such as Flynn, Milln or Norman reef and get up close and personal with our resident turtles, reef sharks, barracuda and Maori Wrasse.
There is never a rush and you can enjoy all the wonders of the reef at your own pace. Consistently rated one of Cairns best reef adventures, Coral Sea Dreaming allows you to explore the reef with a freedom not possible on the larger live-aboards.
Please Note: we offer both introductory & certified dives, as well as advanced and specialty courses.The courses are outlined in the extras section when you click the "Yellow" enquiry tab.
Certified Divers
Every mooring we visit is a diver’s delight. With 17 moorings on 9 different reef systems we rarely dive the same location twice.
Our dive sites rival the best in Cairns but we travel without the crowds. Dive on pristine reefs that include Flynn, Milln, Thetford, Moore, Hastings and Norman Reefs .
Whether you are newly certified or have lots of experience, our sites offer something special for everyone. Imagine diving with green and loggerhead turtles, basking sharks, barracuda and other pelagic fish in depths ranging from 6 to 36 meters. Outer Reef water visibility is rarely less than 20 meters and our world class sites feature swim-throughs, caves, drift dives, pinnacles, and vast coral gardens.
Night dives are a specialty.
Introductory Diving
With a maximum of just 12 passengers and two whole days on the reef, Coral Sea Dreaming offers the first time diver an unbelievable experience. There is never a rush as we gently introduce you to the underwater wonders of the reef. Meet our resident Maori Wrasse, blow bubbles with a turtle, or come face to face with nemo. Very low instructor/student ratio’s (often 1:1) mean you will receive amazing personal attention and care.
Like your dive and want a bigger challenge -
Coral Sea Dreaming is licensed by Scuba Schools International to conduct introductory night dives. Taking a maximum of only two divers, your instructor will show you to something very few people ever see – the changing of the guard as the day fish leave and the night shift come out to play. Please note, this option is only available to those who do at least one introductory dive during the day – so why not save money and do our 3 dive intro package. Include a night dive and be the envy of your friends back home.
Snorkelling-Breathtaking and Beautiful
Our snorkelling takes place in coral gardens close to the boat, in shallow depths, teeming with colourful fish and marine life. Throughout the day our staff will happily take you on a guided snorkel tour and explain the wonders of the deep. Comprehensive snorkelling instructions and special floatation vests are available for the first time or nervous snorkeler.
- Specially prepared meals onboard incl. 3 hot meals
- Morning & Afternoon Tea&fresh fruit snacks
- Hot Showers
- Fresh Linen
- Fresh Towels
- Wetsuits and Lycra suits
- All snorkelling equipment
- Fun and informative reef briefs and snorkel tours
- 17 Exlusive moorings on 9 different sites-largest range of sites
- Maximum of 12 passengers
What you should bring
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Swim Suit
- Beach Towel (Bath Towel is provided)
- Small Overnight Bag
- Camera
TYPICAL 2 DAY/1 NIGHT TOUR-Up to 6 dives available
Day One
Board Coral Sea Dreaming at 0745, finger D12, Marlin Marina
Set sail to Cairns outermost reefs. Along the way we conduct introductory and certified dive briefings and a marine naturalist brief. There is plenty of time for passengers to mingle and relax, and get to know each other.
Arrive Flynn Reef (Alan’s Bommie), our first Outer Reef location. Depth up to 18 meters. Extensive coral gardens for snorkelers. Passengers snorkel or scuba dive (#1). Activities are followed by lunch.
Boat moves to Milne Reef (The Whale). Large bommie and reef flats. Depth up to 24 meters. Passengers scuba dive (#2), snorkel or simply relax in the hammock. A guided snorkel tour is also usually offered. Afternoon tea is served followed by a comprehensive reef brief for those who wish to learn more about what they have seen.
Boat moves to its next location on Milne Reef (The Three Sisters) and this is where we spend the night. The Sisters is one of Cairns most famous dive sites and offers unsurpassed night and early morning dives. Depths range from 6 to 36 meters. Passengers undertaking a night certified (#3) or introductory dive are briefed and taken diving. Dinner is served once activities are completed (during winter, dinner may be served prior to night diving). After dinner, passengers enjoy tea and coffee, a BYO (bring-your-own alcoholic) drink and tall tales.
Day Two
Awake to the dawn and watch the sun rise over the Coral Sea. Throw yourself into the warm tropical water and wake yourself up! This is the perfect time to do an early morning snorkel or scuba dive (#4) as the night fish depart and the early morning shift take their place. A brilliant time to see reef sharks, turtles and other pelagic species. Breakfast is served.
Boat departs to its next location for the day. Depending on conditions this is usually The Pinnacles. Dive (#5) large freestanding bommies in up to 30 meters of water with excellent snorkelling in the shallow coral gardens adjacent to the boat. Morning tea is served.
Boat travels to Thetford Reef (360 lagoon). Dive (#6) and snorkel our last anchorage. Lay back and enjoy some quiet time for sunbaking. Lunch is served before departure.
Upon departure the sails are hoist for the return trip to Cairns. It is very common to have dolphins surf the bow wave and during the winter months, see humpback whales. The emphasis on the journey home is to relax and enjoy each other’s company while regaling stories of the past two days. As we sail towards Cairns with the sun behind us, you will experience one of the most glorious aspects of Cairns – mountains on the left and right rising high above a beautiful city skyline as you leave behind one of nature’s greatest treasures.
Please note: While we have tried to describe a typical trip, our itinerary is reflective of weather conditions at the time. As we have access to a large number of exclusive moorings, we will always seek out the most comfortable locations therefore times and areas/reefs visited may vary.
Passengers are at all times consulted and briefed on what they would like to do at each site.
| Vessel: Coral Sea Dreaming | Type: Sail |
| Year: 1988 | Crew: Supplied |
| Hull type: Monohull | Cabins x 6 |
| All meals included | Fresh Linen |
| Fresh Towels | Guided snorkel tours upon request |
| Hot Showers | Snorkelling equipment included |
| Wetsuits included |
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The operator is a true local and one of the few left in Cairns. The family owned company built its first catamaran in Cairns in 1987 with the simple aim of providing a fun trip to the reef. In 1997, we cut the boat in half and extended the length by 4 meters. The result was a faster more comfortable ride, with the added bonus of an extended range to access more reefs. Then, in 2003 the "new" boat was built. At 25 meters and built for speed, she revolutionised a day trip to the reef and provided a real alternative to travelling on a motor boat.
A Private Cabin with a Double Bed.
A double bed in a shared environment with others.
A single bed in a shared environment with others.
Children ages 11 yrs and under. Trip not recommended for children under age 3 yrs.
Rates include all meals, morning & afternoon tea. All meals prepared and cooked fresh on the boat.
Diving
Sailing
Swimming
Sunning
Exploring
- Snorkelling
- Scuba Diving
- Boomnet
- Swimming
- Exploring
- Singhseeing
- Sailing
Passions of Paradise Vessel
Cancellation Policy:
We have a very generous cancellation policy which allows you to cancel or change (subject to seating availability) up to 2 days before travel. After this time, there is a 100% cancellation fee.
We offer a two destination itinerary, Michaelmas Cay and Paradise Reef, however at times, the weather may make one of these destinations unsafe or impractical to visit. On those days, we may only visit one location (eg. Michaelmas Cay, where we receive excellent protection from strong winds).In poor weather it is up to the Skippers discretion as he travels to the reef to decide which locations will be visited. He will choose keeping in mind your safety, the safety of the boat and your comfort. There are no refunds when the itinerary is changed.
Should the trip be cancelled due to poor weather or mechanical breakdown, we will refund 100% of the amount we charged.
Coral Sea Dreaming Vessel
Cancellations Policy for individual travellers:
Cancellations between 33 days and 17 days prior to travel incur a 25% fee
Cancellations between 17 days and 10 days prior to travel incur a 50% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 10 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee
Cancellations Policy for Groups:
Cancellations between 17 days and 10 days of travel incur a 25% charge
Cancellations between 10 days and 48 hours prior to travel incur a 50% cancellation charge
Cancellations within 48 hours of travel incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Should the trip be cancelled due to poor weather or mechanical breakdown it is a full refund.
Itinerary:
There is no set itinerary. We have more exclusive locations than any other sailing operator, but our itinerary will depend on the weather and your safety. The Skipper will choose on the day the best itinerary, however passengers are at all times consulted on what they would like to do.
There are no refunds when the itinerary is changed.
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