Ocean Quest Liveaboard, Australia
8.9 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Aircon Cabins
“Amazing experience with an amazing crew. ”
Highlights
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 4 dives a day: 3 daytime and 1 nighttime. Non-diving guests are also welcome aboard.
Please be aware that the dives are self-guided; however, for solo travelers, the crew will be happy to assist with pairing you with a dive buddy or 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.
Book your Outer Great Barrier Reef Dive adventure today.
Choose your departure date
Included: VAT, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Diving Package, Rental Gear.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (AUD20 / day), Port Fees (AUD20 / day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Snacks, Nitrox (AUD10), Nitrox Course (AUD325 / activity), Private Dive Guide (AUD750 / activity), Scuba Diving Courses (AUD335 / 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.
* Extra fees are shown per person.
Pay by bank transfer or online with
Cabin Types
Ocean Quest Reviews
-
- 8.9 Fabulous
- Vessel 8.7
- Crew 8.4
- Food 9.4
- Diving 9.1
- Value 9.0
-
- 9.6 Exceptional
- Jacqueline W
-
United Kingdom
Amazing staff
The Oceanquest staff were really amazing. I struggled to carry my tank and equipment up and down the stairs to the dive deck as my mobility isnt what it used to be. For each dive one of the staff helped me carry my equipment and help me in and out of it. They really went above and beyond. So helpful and friendly. Great diving with colourful fish and coral, reef sharks and turtles.Night dives we an added bonus. After a 27 year dive gap and a recent refresher is was great to know that I was in safe hands with the dive guides who looked after me so well.
- Recommended for
- Amazing helpful staff. Excellent dive guides. Great organisation.
-
- 8.0 Very good
- BRUNO M
-
France
Very well organized, good welcome, nice dives we would have liked more different sites, 5 times the same is a lot
A very good organization from the beginning with the pick up from the hotel, then all the dives, the trip, and a smiling and very friendly service. The dives are beautiful, only downside we dived 5 times out of 10 on the same site, playground on Norman reef...
- Recommended for
- Very good organization. Night diving with sharks. The corals are very varied and colorful.
-
- 9.2 Superb
- Mousindha A
- United Kingdom
Nils was an absolutely fantastic dive master and I highly recommend requesting him for dives if booking a master. the whhole
1. Nils was absolutely fantastic. He recognised our challenges as divers and supported us throughout. Felt really confident and comfortable with him 2. All our equipment was always ready and prepared for us to go. 3. The vegetarian food was good and I liked that we always had snacks between and hot drinks 4. Everything ran like clockwork and was well organised
- Recommended for
- Nils our dive master. location of the dives. food and drinks availability.
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Ellen A
-
United States
Perfecg way to snorkel the great barrier reef.
Great way to see and snorkel the reef. Transfer days are hectic. Recommend staying at least 2 nights if you can so you have at least one full day. We stayed 4 nights and loved it. Cabins can be cold so bring a warm jacket.
- Recommended for
- Very accommodating to snorkelers. Good equipment.. Very efficient and great crew.. Comfortable cabin and good foos..
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Sarah S
-
Ireland
The highlight of our Queensland trip
My partner & I spent 2D/1N on Ocean Quest and it was truly the highlight of our trip. -He completed six dives (the maximum number possible) with guides from the team as well as buddies on board. At each briefing, the team runs through points of interests and is happy to help with any queries. -While he was diving, I completed a number of snorkelling sessions with another member of the team. Still fun and got to see plenty of reef creatures! -Food was absolutely delicious, compliments to the chef. -All members of staff, from the diving team to hospitality team, were super friendly, helpful and always happy to chat. -Vibes on the boat were amazing, everyone excited to be there! Highly recommend this trip.
- Recommended for
- Incredibly well organised - meals, dives & transfers all work like a well oiled machine. Friendly & approachable team. Comfortable cabin & lots of space on the sun deck and common areas.
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Nectar P
-
Australia
Great experience.
Going SCUBA diving after so many years not going. A big thanks to Josh the captain of the boat for encouraging me and taking me one in one SCUBA diving. .
- Recommended for
- The People you meet in the boat. The crew are friendly and professional. Going SCUBA diving.
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Francesco R
-
Italy
An unforgettable diving experience
We had an amazing experience with the Divers Den crew. The professionalism and kindness of the entire crew impressed us deeply. The guided dives for a fee (20$ per person per dive) were incredible: They showed us the marine life with great passion and attention, making each dive a safe and wonderful experience.The gem was the night dive, a truly unforgettable moment: swimming surrounded by reef sharks is something we will carry in our hearts forever. Unfortunately, the second night was not possible due to bad weather, but this shows the great professionalism of the crew, who were able to put safety first.Everything on board was taken care of down to the smallest detail, from the food to the organization, making every moment pleasant and special. We recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover the Great Barrier Reef in an authentic and unforgettable way!
- Recommended for
- The kindness of the crew. Everything very well organized. Night diving.
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Jose D
-
Spain
Awesome
Twin peaks was the most beautiful spot
- Recommended for
- The crew the crew and the crew
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Alicia W
- United States
Fun, Professional & Friendly!
The Ocean Quest was wonderful! Great dives, friendly & knowledgable staff, delicious food, and just an overall friendly vibe. We would absolutely recommend this liveaboard for folks that want to enjoy some serious diving!
- Recommended for
- Diving, food, staff
-
- 10 Exceptional
- Delphine C
-
New Caledonia
A wonderful experience
A fabulous cruise on board with a caring staff and optimal diving conditions (choice of sites, dive guide and safety). It is with pleasure that I will come back to the ocean quest.
- Recommended for
- Reception. Availability. Number of dives.
