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Cabins

22

Length / Width

36 m / 13 m

Year built / renovated

1988  / 2017

Rental equip.

FREE

Internet

NO

Nitrox

YES ($)

Highlights

  • Superb diving on the Outer Great Barrier Reef with this incredibly popular boat, operating 365 days a year with trips from one night long and no limit on maximum stays
  • 17 exclusive sites on outer reefs for Ocean Quest guests, including Norman, Saxon and Hastings - get the very best diving in the area brought to you
  • Unique experiences make this the trip of a lifetime, including fluoro night diving allowing you to experience the Great Barrier Reef at night and dwarf minke whale expeditions available through June and July
  • Comfortable cabins, all with ensuite bathrooms and toilet, with spacious dining area and sun decks providing plenty of relaxation space in-between and after dives
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 20%
  • 37 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

Trip-specific Cancellation Fees: 

Cairns Outer Reef Day Trips & Outer Reef Liveaboard Trips

More than 72 hours before course/trip commencement date: No Charge
Within 72 hours of course/trip commencement: Full course/trip fee

Minke Whale Expeditions

20% Deposit of full trip fee due at the time of booking to secure places.
All trip fees are required to be paid in full 37 days before trip commencement date.
Bookings made within 37 days must be paid in full at the time of booking.

Cancellation within 61 days and more than 22 days before trip commencement date: 20% cancellation fee
Cancellation within 22 days of trip commencement: No refund

Cabins

Description

Dive into the beauty of the Outer Barrier Reef aboard OceanQuest, a luxurious liveaboard offering unforgettable underwater adventures.

Flexible itineraries range from single to multiple-night stays, with daily transfers via speedboat. Explore up to 17 exclusive dive sites on Norman, Saxon, and Hastings reefs, enjoying up to five dives per day.

OceanQuest features 23 spacious en-suite cabins with air conditioning, TVs, and plenty of relaxation areas, including lounges, a bar, dining spaces, and sun decks. Unique experiences include Fluoro Night Diving, where vibrant colors illuminate the reef, and exhilarating nightly dives with reef sharks. Between dives, unwind in the large lounge deck or share stories with fellow divers.

All meals are included, with buffet-style breakfast and lunch and plated dinners, accompanied by desserts after night dives. Special dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice, though vegan options are unavailable. Guests are advised to bring extra snacks.

Transfers from Cairns hotels begin at 7:45 AM. Start your adventure aboard SeaQuest with introductory dives before joining OceanQuest at 2:30 PM for an unparalleled liveaboard experience.

How to get there

Please refer to the logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.

 

 

 

 

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Deck Plan

DIVING SERVICES

For your safety

  • Fire Alarm
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Rafts
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • Nautilus Lifeline
  • Emergency Positioning Radio Beacon

PADI® Courses Available

  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Scuba Refresher
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Night Diver
  • Other Specialties

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Other Languages On Request

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment (Free)

Dive Center Facilities

  • Battery Charging Station
  • Fish Id And Diving Books
  • Warm-Water Showers

Boat Amenities

Amenities & services

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Spacious Diving Platform
  • Separate Zodiac/Dhoni

Payments

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash (Aud)
  • Cash

Great for families

  • Movies

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling

Food & drink

  • Buffet
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food

Facilities

  • Lounge/Tv Area
  • Equipment For Kids
  • Power Socket Adapters

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