The Great Barrier Reef is enormous. It stretches out a whopping 133,000 square miles. There’s so much to see from the Great Barrier Reef, so seeing it all in one day would be impossible!
That’s why doing a liveaboard tour is one of the best ways to see the reef in all its glory. Over a few days, you’ll either snorkel or scuba dive in the reef and marvel at some of the most colourful, vibrant fish in the world. Here’s what you can expect!
Liveaboard tours on the Great Barrier Reef
A liveaboard tour means you can experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef for a few days without any rush. It’s a fully immersive experience – you’ll fall asleep and wake up on the waves. Spend your days snorkelling or diving amongst the unique marine life, and then fall asleep to the sound of the ocean.
The 2300km stretch of reef is a whole expanse of beautiful, azure blue.
Plunge into the ocean to explore the vibrant marine life. See turtles, sharks, rays and colourful coral all swarming around the reef.
Why should I do a liveaboard tour?
Fully immerse yourself in the Great Barrier Reef!
You should do the liveaboard because…
- It’s a fully immersive experience
- You’ll see fish that you’ve never seen before, and swim around colourful coral
- You’ll make friends and meet new people
What can you expect from a liveaboard?
What happens on a liveaboard tour?
Each liveaboard tour will have its own itinerary depending on whether you want to snorkel or scuba dive! You can spend 3 days and 2 nights on a liveaboard boat, which is fully equipped with catering and bedding options. You’ll have a place to eat some yummy food and rest your head after a day out in the ocean, exploring the reef.
Your trip will be tailored to the conditions of the reef and the weather, so your tour host will pinpoint the best spots to jump in and see the magic of the reef – it all depends on water clarity!
What will I see?
Whether you’re floating on the surface and looking down through a snorkel or you’re fully immersed in the ocean with a scuba dive, you’ll be able to see some of the most incredible marine life.
The vast number of fish that you’ll see on a liveaboard tour is incredible! You’ll be immersed in a whole gallery of beautiful, vivid fish.
Snorkelling
Take a snorkel, jump off the boat, and swim around. If you’re choosing to snorkel instead of dive, you also won’t need to go through the hassle of putting on the dive equipment. All you need is a snorkel, and it’s easy to jump off and climb back on the boat as much as you please.
Scuba diving
Live like a marine animal: Breathe, swim and explore the magical depths of the Great Barrier Reef! The scuba diving packages will provide thorough diving lessons from a team of trained instructors. Learn the scuba diving basics so that you can plunge into the ocean, feel weightless as you explore underneath the waves.
What should I pack?
Climbing aboard a liveaboard tour?
Here are some things you should bring with you on your liveaboard tour:
- Swimmers
- Sunscreen
- Underwater camera
- Safety forms
Take a plunge!
Join us on a 3-day, 2-night tour aboard one of our boats! We’ll take you out into the ocean and explore some of the most amazing aquatic life.
Managing Director at Sightseeing Tours Australia
Cameron Ward turned his travel passion into a thriving Australian tourism business. Before he co-founded his own business, Sightseeing Tours Australia, he was enjoying being a Melbourne tour guide. Even now, Cameron delights in helping visitors from all around the world get the most out of their incredible Australian trip. You’ll see Cameron leading tours or writing about his favourite Australian places where he shares his local insights.