Looking for one of the best and most a balanced ways to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef? Take a day tour to a reef pontoon from Cairns or Port Douglas here! Pontoons or "activity platforms" are large, floating hubs of amenities moored in wonderful spots on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, and allow you all the benefits of a gorgeous reef environment with the added convenience of facilities such as showers, buffet dining, ample space for relaxation, and a number of other activities such as underwater viewing chambers, semi-sub tours and more. 
 
Ideal for those not as confident in the water or visiting the Great Barrier Reef with kids, pontoons allow easier access to the water and some safer and well-patrolled snorkelling areas just off the back. With pontoon tours that depart from Cairns and Port Douglas available, there's an itinerary to suit your needs and help enjoy the reef at its best - simply select from the available tours below to book instantly online today. 
 
Dive into the Wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on a Pontoon Tour 
Embark on an unforgettable adventure into the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef with Experience Oz's incredible <a href="https://www.experienceoz.com.au/en/cairns/outer-great-barrier-reef-snorkel-cruise">pontoon tours</a>. One of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef offers some of the most vibrant marine environments on the planet. And a pontoon tour provides you with the ultimate base to explore this spectacular ecosystem up close. 
 
What is a Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Tour? 
A pontoon tour takes you aboard a multi-level pontoon vessel permanently moored at a prime Great Barrier Reef location. From this premium reef platform, you'll enjoy easy access to an array of amazing reef sites and activities. Snorkel, dive, or stay dry and explore the reef from a semi-submersible vessel or underwater viewing platform. You can even try out unique adventures like helmet diving! 
 
Top Pontoon Tour Destinations 
Experience Oz offers pontoon tours to multiple Great Barrier Reef pontoons in the Cairns and Port Douglas regions, each positioned at ideal spots teeming with colorful marine life: 
 
Agincourt Reef: The <a href="https://www.experienceoz.com.au/en/port-douglas/outer-great-barrier-reef-pontoon-cruise">Quicksilver pontoon</a> at Agincourt Reef is situated at the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, around 100km from Cairns. It provides access to magnificent ribbon reefs and unspoiled snorkeling and diving sites. 
 
Moore Reef: Located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park just offshore from Cairns, Moore Reef offers sheltered conditions perfect for snorkeling and diving beginners with <a href="https://www.experienceoz.com.au/en/cairns/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-adventure">several pontoon tours</a> located there. 
 
No matter which pontoon you visit, you'll be able to explore the colorful coral gardens and diverse marine ecosystems at your own pace with guidance from expert reef staff. Enjoy a delicious lunch, snacks, refreshments, and all the amenities you need for a full day in reef paradise. 
 
Optional Tour Upgrades 
Upgrade your pontoon experience with bonus activities and luxury extras such as: Helmet diving ("seawalking" in a special diving helmet), or Scenic helicopter flights over the reef 
 
Start planning your ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure with a pontoon tour! This is bucket-list experience provides you with an immersive yet relaxed introduction to the Reef's incredible underwater worlds. Browse Experience Oz's Great Barrier Reef pontoon tour options and book your Reef odyssey today.

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Great Barrier Reef + Green Island 1 Day Tour Combo

The complete Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Tour Combo! Spend 2 hours on Green Island and 3 hours on the Outer Reef, that's 2 tours for the price of 1!

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Reef Magic Pontoon

This outer Great Barrier Reef experience to the Reef Magic pontoon includes all your snorkeling gear, buffet lunch, glass bottom boat tours & much more.

Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Quicksilver Port Douglas Pontoon

Visit the iconic Great Barrier Reef’s outer regions on a Port Douglas Quicksilver Reef tour and discover a world of extraordinary beauty.

Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon

Enjoy 4 hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef from an activity platform moored at Moore Reef, inclusive of lunch, snorkelling equipment and more..

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Great Adventures Pontoon

Experience the best of the outer reaches of the stunning Great Barrier Reef from a well-equipped reef facility.

Looking for one of the best and most balanced ways to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef? Take a day tour to a reef pontoon from Cairns and Port Douglas here!

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