Pro Dive Cairns, Australia

Name: 3-Day Great Barrier Outer Reef (Wednesday Departure) (Cairns - Cairns)
Start: 2026-11-11
End: 2026-11-13
Location: Australia

9.1 Superb

Nitrox available
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly

from $ 254 / day Check dates

“Had an amazing time, unforgettable experience and already cant wait to come back! ”
James J, United Kingdom

Highlights

Dive and snorkel the Outer Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy 11 dives over 3 days

Pro Dive Cairns offers excellent value for money liveaboard diving to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, Australia, aboard the M/V ScubaPro I, II, or III. Perfect for budget- and time-conscious divers, the fully equipped ScubaPro liveaboards are identical, purpose-built dive boats designed to handle all varying weather conditions, offering a smooth and comfortable journey to the Great Barrier Reef. There are 14 centrally controlled air-conditioned twin-share bunk-bed cabins and 2 double-bed cabins.

The main deck is the hub of the boat, featuring a large indoor salon and dining room where meals are served, including a fully cooked hot/cold breakfast, hot and cold lunches, and a hot dinner. Snacks, water, tea, and coffee are available throughout the day. The top deck features a spacious sun deck, providing ample room for relaxation.

Aboard the M/V ScubaPro liveaboards, guests will explore the incredible marine biodiversity of the outer Great Barrier Reef at locations specifically chosen for their exceptional visibility and high-quality marine life. Up to 11 dives are available, including 2-night dives during the 2-night/3-day diving and snorkeling itinerary. The spacious dive deck at the back of the boat offers individual gear storage and ample room for kitting up. Nitrox is also available for those certified.

Book online today to start planning your Great Barrier Reef liveaboard with Prodive Cairns.

Please note: An additional fee of $100 per person is payable directly to the boat at check-in. The fee comprises the Government Environmental Management Charge, Port Departure Tax, and administrative charges.

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12 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

14 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

15 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

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16 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

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17 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

18 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

19 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

21 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

22 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

23 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

FULL

24 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

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25 Oct

3 Days / 2 Nights

$ 765

Select Cabin available

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

Required Extras: Environment Tax (AUD100 / trip), Fuel Surcharge (AUD25 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Soft drinks, Nitrox (AUD140-145 / trip), Nitrox Course (AUD240), Private Dive Guide (AUD3,010 / trip), Scuba Diving Courses.

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

Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Local & International Crew
Leisure Deck

Food & Drinks

Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Full-board Option
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local 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
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
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

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 1998

Year renovated: 2014

Length: 23.95m (78.5ft)

Beam: x 7.35m (24.1ft)

Top speed: 12 Knots

Cruising speed: 12 Knots

Engines: MTU 500Hp x 2

Max guests: 32

Number of cabins: 16

Number of bathrooms: 8

Tenders: Yamaha 15HP

Water capacity: 8000 Litres

Fuel capacity: 10000 Litres

Freshwater maker: 0

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
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Pro Dive Cairns Reviews

9.1 Superb

Vessel

8.6
Crew

9.2
Food

9.6
Diving

9.0
Value

9.2

8.4 Very good
Aastha A
United Kingdom

Amazing sites and good value for money
Amazing trip, very professional and friendly crew. Great dive sites. We were a bit nervous for self-guided dives but the guides gave us helpful tips and the reef tours are relatively simple to do yourself. Made us both more confident divers. Great value for money
Recommended for
Dive sites. Friendly and professional crew. Unlimited hot drinks.
10 Oct, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Joanna C
United Kingdom

Amazing trip definitely recommend
I had an incredible time on the Pro Dive trip the crew were incredible. The food far exceeded my expectations. The dives were great beautiful corals lots of life and ticking off diving in the Great Barrier Reef.
Recommended for
The team. The food. The diving.
29 Sep, 2026

10 Exceptional
Andrew S
United States

Would Go Back Again and Again
Can’t really say enough about how much I enjoyed this trip. Our crew really cared that we enjoy our experience. The food was good and plentiful (as was the coffee, thank you). The reef was spectacular and was, of course, the star of the show. I’d say that Pro Dive Cairns exceeded my expectations.
Recommended for
The views.. The crew.. The ease of the experience (signing up, rentals, etc.).
16 Sep, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Eddy N
United States

Wonderful crew
My son and I had a great time!
Recommended for
the crew was fantastic. the food was excellent, hearty and nutritious. the dive sites were out of this world.
16 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Carlos R
Spain

An unforgettable diving adventure
Fantastic experience with some truly memorable dives. Everything was well organized, the crew made the trip fun and comfortable, and the variety of diving kept every day interesting. I would happily do another trip with them.
Recommended for
Incredible variety of marine life and beautiful dive sites.. Excellent dive guides and a very friendly crew.. The overall atmosphere on board and meeting other divers..
21 Sep, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Alexander L
United States

Loved it! Would do again
Was a fantastic trip! Crew and dives were great. I’ve never done unguided dives but they made it really easy and me feel comfortable. 10/10!
Recommended for
People. Dives. Food.
06 Oct, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Ethan C
United States

Lots of fun and the crew makes sure you eat well.
Very well worth the price
Recommended for
Mac n Cheese. Chef. Great Guides.
07 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Rodney B
Australia

Unable to fault this trip.
We were very lucky with dive conditions, 25m visibility and zero swell. All the crew worked very hard to keep everything running smoothly. Food was exceptional and plenty of it. Most of all, coffee was good.
Recommended for
Dive briefings were very good. Food was amazing. Boat was big, quite comfortable.
07 Jun, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Eliot S
Australia

If Scuba Diving or Snorkelling is your passion, this trip is for you! What a great experience!
Wonderful 3 days!
Recommended for
Great dive program with energetic and supportive dive staff. Awesome ship's captain - experienced, versatile, keen to provide the best experience for guests. Great bunch of like-minded divers, easy-going and motivated.
09 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Diego F
Spain

Stunning reefs and friendly crew
It was an amazing trip. Diving spots were stunning, full of life and biodiversity. Diving was intense but it was just about that, eating and chilling, and three days of that felt very adequate. We were certified divers so it was a very relaxing and enjoyable trip.
Recommended for
Diving. Crew organisation and friendliness. Food.
08 Sep, 2025

390 reviews

9.1 Superb
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9.6 Exceptional
Karen D
Australia

An excellent dive trip that was very good value for money.
Very easy and enjoyable diving with loads to see. As much diving as you could possibly fit in, in the time given Really good crew - professional and safe Met nice people Good food.
Recommended for
Very professional staff, great dive sites and excellent food
12 Jul, 2016

10 Exceptional
Lisa A
United States

Unforgettable Experience with Pro Dive Cairns 3-Day Liveaboard dive
My trip with Pro Dive Cairns 3-day live aboard on the Great Barrier Reef was nothing short of incredible. From start to finish, the crew delivered an experience that was professional, warm, and truly memorable. The diving was absolutely amazing—easily the best I’ve ever done. Crystal-clear visibility, vibrant coral gardens, and an abundance of marine life made every dive unique. Whether it was sunrise dives full of color or magical night dives filled with curious creatures, each moment felt like stepping into a whole new world. The dive briefings were thorough, the gear was in great condition, and the dive sites were chosen with care to give us the best possible conditions. And the food… just fantastic. Every meal exceeded expectations. Fresh, flavorful, and plentiful—exactly what you need after a long day underwater. From hearty breakfasts to delicious dinners and snacks in between, the kitchen crew did an outstanding job keeping everyone happy and energized. The accommodation was comfortable, the atmosphere on board was friendly and relaxed, and the entire crew made the experience feel seamless and safe. If you’re considering a liveaboard on the Great Barrier Reef, don’t hesitate—Pro Dive is exceptional. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Recommended for
The diving. Staff. Food.
19 Nov, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Xerxes A
Sweden

Awesome!
The food was better than expected. The dives were really good.
Recommended for
The dives, the food, the staff and co-divers
30 Apr, 2018

10 Exceptional
Jonathan B
United Kingdom

Very impressed - great value
We were impressed by the excellent value for money, the team were great, food plentiful and delicious, cabins and bathrooms clean and modern. Would definitely recommend.
Recommended for
Diving, cleanliness, food
28 Feb, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Michele G
Canada

Exceeded expectations!
Seeing the huge variety of sea life, including turtles, reef sharks, stingrays, moray eels, colourful fish, giant clams, and the living coral. The weather and sea conditions were perfect, with great clarity wherever we stopped to dive. The crew were absolutely amazing!
Recommended for
Seeing the best of the Great Barrier Reef, the expertise and helpfulness of the crew, and the number of dives.
25 Nov, 2022

9.2 Superb
WALDEMAR B
United States

EAT,SLEEP.DIVE,REPEAT
Met our expectations
Recommended for
Diving breafing,diving,food
25 Feb, 2016

10 Exceptional
yinjie S
China

Looking forward to seeing you again
The underwater world of Cairns is very beautiful, and it is also the first time to experience the free feeling of navigating by yourself without DM, which is a real fun dive.
Recommended for
The dive site is very beautiful. The food is delicious. The staff is serious and responsible.
10 Feb, 2026

Translated from Chinese

10 Exceptional
Nayer W
Canada

Was a great experience, very friendly crew and amazing dives
Diving the Great Barrier Reef could have been no better with the friendly and efficient crew onboard the liveaboard. Was great to dive with a lot of amazing people on board and feel comfortable with the crew overlooking everything seemlessly
Recommended for
The friendly crew, safety and efficiency on board, the dive sites were amazing
12 Sep, 2018

9.6 Exceptional
PABLO O
Spain

Great professionals and beautiful experience
We were picked up at the hotel, which was very convenient. The whole crew was very friendly and helpful.
Recommended for
Crew, dive schedule, dive sites
29 Jun, 2023

10 Exceptional
Conna C
United States

Great barrier reef bucket list! Awesome
Long term dream come true. Crew were great and set a great tone that had everyone getting along and having a great and safe dive experiences all 3 days
Recommended for
Crew. Food. Reefs
17 Jan, 2024

10 Exceptional
Claude C
Canada

What an unforgettable experience
Very nice experience Quite a memorable encounter with humpback parrots Night diving in the presence of sharksDiversity and quantity of animals and corals
Recommended for
Respect for the gluten-free and dairy-free diet. Quality of the crew. Destination and quality of the diving breafing.
10 Apr, 2025

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Miya O
Canada

Amazing 3 day experience...wish it had been longer
I can’t mention enough how incredible all the staff. Everyone was friendly and made everything very simple. We had guided dives when we were unsure of our skills as divers. The cook was amazing and made separate dishes for me (vegetarian, lactose intollerant), and there was always plenty of delicious food. The dive sites were incredible and we had beautiful weather. A perfect 3-day dive trip.
Recommended for
Friendly staff, amazing dives, besutiful sunrises/sunsets
28 Mar, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Kiauni P
New Zealand

Above and beyond my expectations
We had pretty rough weather but the diving was awesome. The team did their best to make everyone confortable and knew the dive sites incredibly well. This meant we saw all there was to see under the water and not miss a thing. It was a really cool experince. I highly recommend ProDive Cairns to anyone!
Recommended for
The crew onboard was what really made the trip. They knew the sites, their gear, and how to show a excellent time.. The diving was incredible despite some pretty rough weather.. For 11 dives, food and gear. The price was incredible in my opinion..
06 Oct, 2026

10 Exceptional
gillian R
United Kingdom

Great three days on Barrier Reef with great produce team.
Staff were great, really good briefings given, great daily updates from the Captain and overall responsibility and safety for customers was really well sorted and in place.
Recommended for
Staff. Food. Diving.
10 May, 2025

9.2 Superb
Chloe I
Norway

Had a fantastic trip, met a lot of nice people and fantastic crew that did everything to make our trip as good as possible!
I really enjoyed my trip. Backpacking alone i was a bit nervous going on the trip by my self, but met a lot of very nice people and very friendely staff! Loved my trip and will probably do it again soon!!
Recommended for
Nice crew. Good divesites. Lot of diving
22 Jan, 2016

9.6 Exceptional
Mary B
United States

Amazing trip, great value!
This was amazing! Usually diving trips for a 2-tank day dive are ~$250 per person but for about $600 per person (USD), we had 11 dives, all our gear, housing and unlimited food. The value was incredible and the experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef for 3 days was truly unforgettable. Pro Dive Cairns also made it very easy as they picked us up and dropped us off before and after the dive trip. At the end we all celebrated at a restaurant/bar. We made new friends, saw wonderful reefs, and made great memories. Highly recommend!
Recommended for
Great food - fresh and healthy! Fun diving and exploring the reefs. Excellent crew and other travelers to get to know.
16 Jul, 2019

10 Exceptional
John H
United States

They Run A Tight Ship!
I was happy to see so much healthy coral in lieu of recent environment issues. The cluster of 30 gargantuan humphead parrotfish first thing in the morning. It was a very social and fun live aboard with an outstanding crew.
Recommended for
Very orderly, good crew, great diving.
30 Jul, 2018

9.2 Superb
Ileana B
Canada

Had a fantastic time!
We saw fantastic fish and felt free and safe to explore on our own. However, I always felt that if I was nervous about a dive the guides would be happy to help me out. The detailed dive briefings (including pictures) before we went under were very helpful.
Recommended for
Very relaxing, never had to wait around for food. Everyone was super friendly
04 Dec, 2018

10 Exceptional
Wayne D
Australia

Great experience, great value
The diving was great, no stop was dived on twice, lots to see. Dive team made things really easy with all the gear ready before each dive. Everything was on time and deli well
Recommended for
Great staff. Amazing organization of all the dives and equipment. Great dive sites.
27 Aug, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Timothy V
United States

Fantastic experience diving on the Great Barrier Reef
Nonstop diving, met a great group of divers
Recommended for
Dives, courses, convenience
27 Dec, 2017