Ocean Quest Liveaboard, Australia

Name: 6D/5N Ocean Quest (Cairns - Cairns)
Start: 2026-01-22
End: 2026-01-27
Location: Australia

9.0 Superb

Nitrox available
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

from $ 154 / day Check dates

“Amazing experience with an amazing crew. ”
Pascal J, Canada

Highlights

Fluoro Night Diving to experience fluorescent colors
Nightly "Shark In The Dark" dives
Whale diving safari to meet the Minke

The OceanQuest Liveaboard is a 36m Catamaran offering year-round diving trips to Australia's magnificent Outer Great Barrier Reef. The OceanQuest liveaboard is permanently moored at the Outer Reef, and guests are transferred by fast boat from Cairns.

The OceanQuest liveaboard was refurbished in 2017 and has 22 cabins, each with an en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and a TV. Each cabin has either two single beds or two single bunk beds. Split over 3 decks, the OceanQuest liveaboard offers plenty of space for relaxing after a full day of diving. There is a large air-conditioned lounge, a well-stocked bar area with an entertainment system, and a spacious dining room. The sun decks are perfect for sunbathing between dives in the warm Australian sun. The OceanQuest team provides 3 meals per day, served buffet style in the large dining area.

There is something for everyone with the OceanQuest liveaboard, with options for certified divers, introductory divers, and snorkelers. Guests can explore numerous outer Great Barrier Reef dive sites with OceanQuest and enjoy up to four dives a day; 3 daytime and 1 nighttime dive. Non-diving guests are also welcome aboard.

Please be aware that the dives are self-guided; however, for solo travelers, the crew will be more than happy to assist in pairing you with a dive buddy or a dive group. Rest assured, there is always a dedicated supervisor on board and a vigilant lookout on the deck during in-water activities. If you wish to opt for a guided dive experience, you can reserve this service on the day and overnight trips, priced at 20 AUD per person per dive. In cases where your certification or a medical condition necessitates supervised diving, it is mandatory to partake in dives accompanied by a guide.

OceanQuest liveaboard divers can experience the Great Barrier Reef at night in a new way with Fluoro Night Diving. This incredible dive uses specialist torches and mask filters to bring the reef to life in an array of fluorescent colors (extra charge applies). Nightly Shark In The Dark dives offer the chance to jump in and see the Great Barrier Reef sharks at night. Whale fans can join an OceanQuest liveaboard ‘Meet The Minke’ whale diving safari (available in June and July).

Book your Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive adventure today.

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02 Jan

2 Days / 1 Night

$ 539

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02 Jan

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$ 756

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02 Jan

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$ 974

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02 Jan

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$ 1,191

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02 Jan

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$ 1,409

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03 Jan

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$ 539

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$ 756

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$ 974

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03 Jan

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$ 1,191

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03 Jan

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$ 1,409

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04 Jan

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$ 539

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04 Jan

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$ 756

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04 Jan

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$ 974

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04 Jan

5 Days / 4 Nights

$ 1,191

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04 Jan

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$ 1,409

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05 Jan

2 Days / 1 Night

$ 539

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05 Jan

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$ 756

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05 Jan

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$ 974

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05 Jan

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$ 1,191

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05 Jan

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$ 1,409

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06 Jan

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$ 539

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06 Jan

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$ 756

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06 Jan

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$ 974

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06 Jan

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$ 1,191

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06 Jan

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$ 1,409

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07 Jan

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$ 539

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$ 756

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$ 974

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$ 1,191

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$ 1,409

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08 Jan

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10 Jan

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12 Jan

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13 Jan

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14 Jan

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15 Jan

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18 Jan

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19 Jan

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20 Jan

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21 Jan

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Included: VAT, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Diving Package, Rental Gear.

Required Extras: Port Fees (20 AUD per day).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Snacks, Nitrox (10 AUD), Nitrox Course (325 AUD per activity), Private Dive Guide (750 AUD per activity), Scuba Diving Courses (335 AUD per activity).

Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.

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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Seaview Cabins
Indoor Saloon
TV in cabins
Daily housekeeping

Food & Drinks

Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Buffet style
Western Food

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

Nitrox available
Dive deck

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

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 1988

Year renovated: 2013

Length: 36 metres

Beam: 13 metres

Cruising speed: 9 knots

Max guests: 44

Number of cabins: 23

Number of bathrooms: 23

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Ocean Quest Reviews

9.0 Superb

Vessel

8.7
Crew

8.4
Food

9.5
Diving

9.1
Value

9.1

10 Exceptional
Yan Chi L
Hong Kong

Best liveaboard experience
It’s one of my best diving experiences with super friendly and professional staffs on board. The accommodation and food are fantastic.
Recommended for
Friendly and helpful staffs. Professional dive guides. Delicious food.
10 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Deeksha S
India

Fantastic experience of The Great Barrier Reef!
This was one of the best experiences of my life. Absolutely 10/10, no notes. Would love to do it again! The food and amenities are great, crew were super helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The dive sites we went to were all gorgeous. I especially loved the night dive and seeing all the sharks. Snorkelling with sea turtles was my second favourite thing to do.
Recommended for
Incredible dive guides and crew!. Gorgeous dive sites.. Clean rooms, great food..
25 Nov, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Annie P
Canada

Great diving, great staff, great equipment and organization! Highly recommend!
Fantastic diving sites, varied and stunning coral formations. Great variety of fish! Friendly staff. Very well organized. Good equipment! A little rushed to take dinner and be ready for dive briefing 25 min later. Otherwise, all great.sea can be a bit rocky sometimes.
Recommended for
The dive sites are amazing. Th cabins are nice, large and dir CT view on ocean. Super friendly and accommodating staff. They had prescription masks!.
06 Dec, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Lucy Tahlia P
Australia

Great Dive Sights & oppotunity to upskill
Overall a fantastic experience that helped me further my dive skills. The crew have a focus on safety and lots of knowledge to share. I would recommend this as a budget friendly and upskilling experience.
Recommended for
Dive sights. Food. Experience.
20 Dec, 2025

9.2 Superb
Celine B
Belgium

Great experience!
Great night dive with reef sharks!
Recommended for
Organization. Security. Comfort.
16 Sep, 2025

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Chris J
Australia

Awesome time, friendly and professional
Night snorkelling with sharks Many, many dives Great staff Beautiful weather 👍
Recommended for
Flexibility, cost and dives
14 Oct, 2019

10 Exceptional
Lesley T
United States

Cyclone scuba diving!! The show must go on
We were the first guests after Cyclone Jasper. The crew did a fantastic job making the best of a tough situation. Absolutely loved jumping in rough seas to enter the calm serine underwater world. The scuba staff were extremely attentive and safety oriented. Great adventure!!
Recommended for
The crew, night diving, scuba scuba
18 Dec, 2023

10 Exceptional
Russell H
United States

Great 1-night liveaboard.
We had a wonderful trip despite the very windy and choppy conditions. The crew was delightful and always available to help.
Recommended for
The Crew who were fantastic and very helpful. Clarity of information and instruction.. The food!.
05 Aug, 2025

10 Exceptional
Henricus R
Australia

Best drive trip ever
Amazing service by the staff. Nature delivered: abundant sea life Highlight was the Minke whales
Recommended for
Minke whales, the reef, the crew
27 Jun, 2021

9.6 Exceptional
mark B
United States

Ocean Quest Fulfilled
It was all one long highlight. Three days, two nights, seven dives. Great crew and super guides.
Recommended for
The crew, the food, the laid back atmosphere
13 Sep, 2016