Rum Runner Liveaboard, Australia
8.5 Fabulous - Family Cabins
- Aircon Cabins
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
“Perfectly selected diving spots, very good organization of dives and perfect servis on the boat”
Highlights
The Rum Runner Australia is a fantastic, budget-friendly way to dive into the Great Barrier Reef. Operating dive tours in the Great Barrier Reef since 2005, the Rum Runner liveaboard is perfect for the adventurous diver wanting to explore Australia's Barrier Reef and beyond.
The Rume Runner accommodates up to 16 guests in twin and 4-share single bunk-style berths. Cabins are not spacious or private - more like a multi-share hostel on water, but ideal for resting after diving or snorkeling. Common areas include an open salon, galley, and covered and open deck areas. There are also charging areas for cameras and phones, as well as separate male and female shared bathrooms with hot water showers. All meals are included; however, the boat operates a Bring Your Own Alcohol policy, with no glass allowed.
There are 2 tours available: an itinerary away from the crowds at the Outer Great Barrier Reef or an expedition to dive with sharks at the even more remote Holmes Reef. The classic 1-night tour is perfect for divers, snorkelers, or people who want to try diving in this amazing area. 6 dives are available, including a night dive, meaning you will get the most out of your 2 days on the Great Barrier Reef. The Coral Sea shark-diving trip is a must for the more adventurous diver. Holmes Reef lies 90 miles outside the Great Barrier Reef, and due to its isolation, is home to abundant shark populations, large pelagic fish life, and incredible visibility - up to 50m.
Note: Guided dives are not included or available. A Full Dive Briefing and refresher are given during the journey out, and we are ready to dive by the time we arrive at our first Site. Divers are paired in buddy pairs and can follow the Dive Leader to allow more time to relax and focus on the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Alternatively, those with more experience can buddy dive off without a guide. All subsequent dives are buddy diving only. These tours cater very well for those straight off their "open water" course, those who have not dived for a while, and also to divers with more experience.
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Included: VAT, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package.
Required Extras: Environment Tax (AUD40 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Soft drinks (AUD2 / item), Rental Gear (AUD140 / trip), Scuba Diving Courses (AUD220), Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
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Rum Runner Reviews
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- 8.5 Fabulous
- Vessel 7.1
- Crew 8.7
- Food 9.0
- Diving 8.7
- Value 9.1
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- 7.6 Good
- Anon
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United States
please do more to protect the reef
the guests made this trip. Everything I learned about the reef came from the guests. There was little education / information from the guides. Nothing was even mentioned about protecting the reef (which was mostly bleached). They did not even have reef-friendly sunblock.
- Recommended for
- guests. jp's light show. sunrise.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Gemma B
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Australia
Adventurous, exciting and invigorating dive trip away from the crowds with true ocean folk. Great food, company and diving, the rough edges making it all the more wonderful - can’t wait to do another.
From the minute I stepped aboard both my fears of and desire for adventure were realised… yet also cushioned by the solidness of the boat and the experience of the crew. This is a well oiled operation that isn’t afraid of a little grease - get in and do the do, no one holding your hand yet having your back the whole way. Exciting, adventurous, and the dives got better and better - got my Shurtle on the last dive but honestly was already stoked with what we had seen of the corals and little fishies to be content. Highly recommend - 2 days felt like 5… now I want to do the 3 day on the Coral Sea for more! Masa was a reassuring dive instructor and ecologist, Ritchie the no-nonsense yet super kind Captain and JP the funniest and most talented pilot / cook / entertainer / dive briefer around. Thanks guys for making this trip more than I’d hoped for X
- Recommended for
- The crew. Legends. And the other guests.. The food! Surprisingly good, varied and healthy ‘buffet’ style. Impressive for the facilities.. The dives. Thoughtfully staged they got better and better. Viva Las Vegas!.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Nadine G
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Germany
Recommendation!!!
Top price-performance ratio! At Rum Runners you get great dive sites, breathtaking dives on the Great Barrier Reef, very good fresh food, fun and just a great time! The comfort on the boat is sufficient for 2D1N - I would love to come back!
- Recommended for
- Cheerful friendly crew. Great dive sites + information. Good food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Will R
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United Kingdom
Amazingly friendly trip, absolute highlight of my trip to Australia
Sucba diving through "The Laybrinth" or "Five ways" coral reefs, seeing the amazing fish and turtles and corals, hilarious and interesting stories from the crew members
- Recommended for
- Friendly staff, well planned, stunning reefs
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- 10 Exceptional
- Crystal C
- Australia
Lovely trip
Great experience, very glad that I decided to book with Rum Runner, Richard was very knowledgable about the reef and the boat is lovely. Food was great on board.
- Recommended for
- Great dive sites. Few divers in the water. Knowledgable skipper.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Jess G
- Australia
Excellent Experience
We had excellent weather the whole trip and as a result epic visibility. I didn’t dive, I snorkelled, and my experience was the dive crew preferred the company of divers that at times felt like the snorkelers weren’t given direction or guidance. Otherwise the whole experience was fabulous. The menu was very complimentary to lots of time in the water. The skipper was really friendly and knowledgeable. The dive sites were incredibly beautiful and vibrant - exactly how I had hope to experience The Great Barrier Reef. Highly recommend.
- Recommended for
- Excellent weather - friendly skipper - authentic experience
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- 7.6 Good
- Morgan W
- United States
The trip was fun with lots or amazing memories
The experience was well organized and tons of fun. The highlights were for sure the horseshoe dive, the night dive, and the sunset on the water.
- Recommended for
- Small amount of people. Great Barrier Reef. Seeing the stars at night.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Ananda S
- United States
A fun adventure!
Music onboard, hot shower after the dive, the rocky boat sleeping experience, the gorgeous fish, coral, and caverns on the reef.
- Recommended for
- 1) Captain PJ with his reef talk and guitar playing, 2) Kate and her excellent breifings, friendliness, and professionalism, and 3) the amazing underwater beauty.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Guillaume J
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France
Had a blast
Boat choses the spot so you're the only boat on the reef in the best possible reef (relative to weather etc)
- Recommended for
- Bang for buck, crew friendliness, freedom to explore away from the crowds
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- 8.4 Very good
- Jennifer J
- United States
Tried & true Rumrunner is a mighty vessel with all the quirks of 40 y.o. knees! Captain knows how to treat his customers right & get us to the right spots 🤙
Far exceeded my personal expectations. (I didnt expect much since it was so cheap!) I found the crew's undercurrent drama as entertaining as the fish drama I came for. 10/10 highly recommend, if you have a sense of humor.
- Recommended for
- 40 y.o. vessel that is rough around the edges but kicks butt!. Its was a no nonsense one night bunk bed camp out on the GBR!. Experienced & knowledgeable crew are a tremendous resource, if you're independent ..
