Coral Sea Dreaming, Australia

9.2 Superb

Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“Three sisters is one of the best dives we’ve ever had, and we’ve been just about everywhere, 200+ dives, certified for 50 years.”
Jill I, United States

Highlights

Exclusive access to 28 moorings
Snorkeling and diving gear included
Suitable for all levels of divers

Escape the crowds on a unique Australian dive liveaboard with the Coral Sea Dreaming yacht. With exclusive access to 28 moorings on 9 different reefs, you will visit some of Cairns's most beautiful dive locations. Dives are focussed around the Outer Great Barrier Reef at famous areas such as Flynn and Milln Reefs, and dive site depths are between 1-30m, making them perfect for snorkellers and divers of all levels. Marine life encounters can include turtles, reef sharks, schools of pelagic fish, dolphins, and stunning coral walls. All snorkeling and dive gear are included, and all dives are guided.

Topside, the 18m Coral Sea Dreaming liveaboard is a steel ketch with a beautiful wooden interior. A variety of cabins are available to suit different budget types. There is a 4-person shared bunk cabin, a 2-person shared bunk cabin, and 3 private double cabins, all with shared bathrooms. AC and fans are fitted throughout the boat for added comfort.
Guests can enjoy the best dive sites out of Cairns and the unique experience of sleeping with the stars overhead and waking up to a Coral Sea sunrise. Delicious home-cooked meals are prepared on board, and snacks will be offered throughout the day. The Coral Sea Dreaming yacht caters to 12 guests to ensure more personalized service, uncrowded sites, and full-length dives.

If you're looking to escape the crowds and explore the Outer Great Barrier Reef, the Coral Sea Dreaming liveaboard crew is ready to make your stay an adventure of a lifetime. Book online today.

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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Night Dives, Snorkel Gear, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.

Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Scuba Diving Courses.

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Boat features

Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Available for Charter
Dedicated Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck
Bar

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Fine Wines Selection
Snacks All Day
Western Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Length: 18 metres

Beam: 5 meters

Cruising speed: 8-9 knots

Engines: Cummins 4BT 150 hp

Max guests: 12

Number of cabins: 4

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
First Aid Kits

Coral Sea Dreaming Reviews

9.2 Superb

Vessel

8.5
Crew

9.0
Food

9.7
Diving

9.6
Value

9.1

10 Exceptional
Vardell N
United States

Our first LiveAboard experience and it was perfect
This was our first LiveAboard dive experience. The length of the trip was perfect for us.. The guides were helpful, friendly, and all about safety. Food was great and plenty to eat. Getting a hot shower at the end of diving was great and having AC in the rooms at night made sleeping comfortable.
Recommended for
The dive guides Aiden and Delphine and the captain. Plenty of good food to eat. Hot showers!.
21 Apr, 2025

10 Exceptional
Grace K
United States

best dive trip I’ve ever done
The dive sites were incredible, so much wildlife and the variety of coral was spectacular. The skipper, and dive crew took amazing care of us. Would recommend them over and over!!
Recommended for
Crew, dive sites, small boat and amazing divers
27 Mar, 2020

10 Exceptional
Mark S
United Kingdom

Exceeded hopes and expectatiobs
The amazing access to the spectacle of the reef. However it was the intimate and personal setting where we shared our experience and time aboard with the team that created a wonderful environment for the trip.
Recommended for
Super friendly engaging team. Knowledgeable and informative and passionate about what they were doing along with the importance of the subject matter. Looked after us so well with great food, sharing their personal experiences and kept us are whilst allowing us to push ourselves and have the greatest of experiences.
23 Jan, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Pavan Krishna S
India

My experience
Best trip I've taken so far . Definitely recommended
Recommended for
Instructors and captain. People. Friendliness.
14 Sep, 2024

10 Exceptional
Kerry W
Australia

Wonderful to experience the Great Barrier Reef with the Coral Sea Dreaming team who went way beyond expectations to make us comfortable, safe and provided excellent service and delicious food.
The Great Barrier Reef is alive and well and there are responsible custodians taking care of it for future generations to enjoy and appreciate the diversity of life.
Recommended for
Personal experience, with attention to safety, well organised, informed staff.
04 Apr, 2023

10 Exceptional
David N
Australia

Fantastic crew and brilliant dive guides going to some first class reefs.
Brilliant boat and location with superb staff.
Recommended for
Friendliness and attentiveness of the staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Brilliant boat and location. Great dives.
13 Sep, 2018

10 Exceptional
thomas K
United States

Fun, unique, enjoyable, great crew!
I enjoyed being the only boat in the area. The crew was fantastic! The dive master was really good. The other passengers were terrific.
Recommended for
The crew, being the only boat there, and the fellow passengers.
04 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
Xiaoteng H
United States

Perfect experience with the best crew!
Seeing the Great Barrier Reef up and close. Night dive!
Recommended for
Crew, dive, location
14 Sep, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
Mario M
Italy

Discovery of the GBR
We enjoyed 2 days 1 night liveaboard to Hastings Reef and Michaelmas Cay. Although the weather wasn't the best, we had a cool experience with all the guys, ready to support us every moment we needed. We spotted some reef sharks, nemos and colourful corals. The vessel was right for a small and intimate group. Thank you and hope to see you again
Recommended for
Small Group. Expert crew. Safety.
10 May, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Tadahiro T
Japan

Great cursing at Great Barrier Leaf
I could join this trip alone while other booking mostly I could apply from 2persons. On the boat, I could see many attractive guests and crews so that I enjoyed all my cruising and diving at Great Barrier Leaf. I really appreciate for all members on the boat and hope I can travel together somewhere.
Recommended for
Diving, Experience on the cruise, Crews
22 Aug, 2022