Spirit of Freedom, Australia
9.3 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Amazing experience, the Reef was mind blowing and the team always made us feel safe and secure.”
Highlights
M/V Spirit of Freedom is a 37m, state-of-the-art liveaboard, voted Best Australian Liveaboard by readers of Australasia Dive Log in 2015 & 2017. Spirit of Freedom offers year-round, 3, 4, and 7-day diving cruises to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, the Coral Sea reefs, and special Far Northern expeditions to dive into the truly pristine and remote reefs. Diving amenities onboard MV Spirit of Freedom include a spacious dive deck, individual dry storage, Nitrox, rinse tanks, a small camera table, and freshwater showers. A camera workstation with power boards and converters for 110 volts is also onboard.
Topside, the Spirit of Freedom offers guests 11 cabins with a style and budget for everyone. All cabins have a private bathroom, wardrobe, ample storage, air conditioning, and housekeeping services. Guests will enjoy relaxing on the top deck between dives or in the evening, where it is a great place to unwind with a drink at the end of a day of fantastic diving. The forward lounge is perfect for chilling out and relaxing and has comfortable seating and beanbags. The dining salon has ample seating for all guests and is where a variety of quality healthy meals are available. Dinner is a set menu, and soft drinks, wine, and beer are included with dinner. The Spirit of Freedom must be notified of any special dietary requirements at least 30 days before travel.
The minimum age to travel on the Spirit of Freedom is 16, as the type of dives practiced requires experience. Snorkelers are welcome aboard the Minke Whale Trip (June and July) and the 3-Day Cod Hole trip. Please note that snorkeling can be restricted due to weather, tides, currents, and other environmental conditions, and snorkeling is only permitted on sites deemed safe. Passengers over 65 are required to supply a doctor’s medical statement confirming they are fit to dive.
Book online to reserve your Spirit of Freedom Australia liveaboard diving holiday.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, National Park Fees, Hotel Transfer, Local Flights, Alcoholic Drinks at Dinner, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Snorkel Gear, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (AUD10 / day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox (AUD120-289), Nitrox Course (AUD295-325), Private Dive Guide (AUD650-750), Rental Gear (AUD135-345), Scuba Diving Courses (AUD375-405).
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Spirit of Freedom Reviews
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- 9.3 Superb
- Vessel 8.8
- Crew 9.5
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.3
- Value 9.0
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- sonya J
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United States
Great Barrier Reef did not disappoint
We booked the 7-day dive trip and it was a fantastic trip. The crew did everything right to ensure a positive and relaxing dive experience. I specifically appreciated the care and concern they showed for the Reef itself and the guests on board. We had the adventure of sailing and diving during a King tide event and the crew made great strides to ensure a SAFE and successful dive experience. The GBR itself did not disappoint: varied coral, sea life, fish, turtles, sharks, and more. I can't wait to return!
- Recommended for
- The Crew. The knowledge and helpfulness of the staff. the great barrier reef itselt.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Sandra R
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Germany
Fantastic dive sites and great crew
Amazing trip, amazing dives, learned a lot, amazing crew, great guests and unforgettable days
- Recommended for
- Learned a lot from Jamie and his presentations. Great dive guides, do explaining and guiding. Amazing dive sites like Steve's Bommie.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Marisa F
- United States
Great adventure and dives!
amazing time out on the reef. very comfortable boat with friendly and helpful staff
- Recommended for
- the sites. everyone was very helpfu. never hungry.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Bernard S
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Singapore
Minke Whales, Great Reefs, and Top-Notch Service
Had a wonderful trip aboard the Spirit of Freedom. The boat was top-notch, and the crew was both professional and friendly. The dive team was highly experienced and focused on safety. It’s worth noting that dives are mostly unguided, though a dive master will gladly jump in with you if you don't have a buddy. The diving was great—the reefs were surprisingly healthy and far exceeded expectations. While it was a shame weather kept us from reaching Osprey Reef, getting to swim with minke whales was an unforgettable highlight! Top it off with fantastic food, and I would definitely love to come back for another trip.
- Recommended for
- Critters especially the Minke Whales. Great Barrier Reef. Wonderful Dive Guides.
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- 10 Exceptional
- hong xuan J
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China
I will definitely come back with my friends！
This liveaboard experience was absolutely amazing. The crew demonstrated exceptional professionalism and service, and the entire diving and living experience was absolutely perfect.
- Recommended for
- The Safety Procedure is perfect！. The briefing for each dive is perfect！. The food of each meal is perfect！.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Thomas S
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Belgium
Best Great Barrier Reef experience - highly recommended
Plenty of sharks, solid diving guidance, great food, fun spirit, amazing team on the boat and in the water. Can’t wait to go back.
- Recommended for
- The energy of Maddie and the team. The diving expertise of the safety divers. The diving locations.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alicia R
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Spain
Recommended
Highly recommended. Value for money a 10. Everything very well organized, everything dynamic and without any worries but to enjoy
- Recommended for
- Diving. Crew. Food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lauren P
- United States
Great 3-day trip
We had a great time on the Spirit of Freedom! The boat is super nice, with plenty of room to relax on the sundeck or in the forward lounge. The food was delicious, and you are fed 5 times a day, so you'll never go hungry. The crew was very helpful, knowledgeable, and efficient which made all of our dives go so smoothly. We visited so many awesome dive sites and saw amazing marine life-- can't recommend enough!
- Recommended for
- Great crew that was very helpful, friendly, and informative. Amazing dive sites with lots of coral and fish. Delicious food!.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Shane S
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Australia
An experience without equal
The professionalism of the crew and the focus and dedication toward diving safely and enjoyably as often as practicable was incredible. Everything was smooth and scheduled and ran with a practiced and perfected precision. The whole experience was a pleasure
- Recommended for
- The diving, the food and the crew/passengers
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- 10 Exceptional
- Barry P
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Canada
Outstanding experience during rough seas, dive team showed 1st class leadership, we will book again!!
The dive team showed us the best experiences possible and the atmosphere and on board food was 1st class / amazing We had rough seas but the best of dive experiences.... looking forward to next time.
- Recommended for
- Despite very challenging conditions every dive was wonderful
