Definitely, definitely use Ocean Freedom for your trip to the reef. The staff is so friendly and amazing! The smaller size of the boat makes it a much more pleasant trip. You do not need a pool or semi-sub that the larger vessels offer. The time out on the reef goes so quickly you will want to spend most of... more

The Oceanfree schooner trip to Green Island is one thing that you MUST do when in Cairns. It’s worth every penny. A limited number of guests get to snorkel / scuba just off the island, enjoy a lovely lunch on board before being dinghyed to the gorgeous island for some time there sunbathing, going on the glass bottom boat, hanging... more

My family of five had a wonderful experience on this brand new boat leaving Cairns daily for the Reef. The crew was magnificent! I strongly suggest that people avoid the huge vessels with pool, platform, glass bottom boat or submersible and realize that with those you will not get the personal attention which will make your reef visit meaningful. This... more