Intimate, iconic liveaboard operating out of Cairns
Enjoy quick, one-night dive trips on the Great Barrier Reef
Great for snorkelers and both beginner and certified divers
No hidden costs involved, including levies and surcharges
Coral Sea Dreaming liveaboard is a charming sailboat that has been offering overnight dive and snorkel trips to the Great Barrier Reef for years. Renowned for its reliability, seamless customer service, and zero hidden costs, this vessel comes with plenty of history and hard-earned trust. What’s more, this unique dive liveaboard is one of the most intimate and uncrowded options available, guaranteeing highly-personalised experiences and treasured memories. While it may set off with a small group of strangers, Coral Sea Dreaming always returns with a fun-loving group of friends.
Cyclones of rock cod, red bass and chevron barracuda at Milln
Visit the outer reef of Hastings, north-east from Cairns
Lagoon snorkelling around shallow protected reefs at Upolu
Enjoy the excellent visibility at Flynn
Night dive is included
DAY 1:
07.45am - Board the Coral Sea Dreaming
08.00am - The journey to the Great Barrier Reef starts
11.00am - Arrival at the first site and first water session
13.00pm - Lunch
14.00pm - Moving to second site for another dive and snorkelling
15.00pm - Unstructured free time to relax in the sun or enjoy fun snorkelling
18.00pm - Night dive after sunset
20.00pm - Dinner
DAY 2:
06.00am - Wake up on the Reef and watch the sunrise over the Coral Sea
06.30am - Breakfast
07.00am - Morning dive
09.30pm - Final dive of the trip
10.00pm - Unstructured free time to relax in the sun or enjoy fun snorkelling
11.00pm - Lunch
12.00pm - Sail back to Cairns
16.00pm - Arrival in Cairns
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
08:00am
Cairns
Cairns Airport: CNS
Return
04:00pm
Cairns
Cairns Airport: CNS
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Equipment rental
Snorkeling gear
Night dives
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Taxes (GST)
Marine park fee - AU$20 per person
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks
Diving courses
Payment policy
More than 30 days prior to departure: free (full refund
7 to 30 days prior to departure: 35% cancellation fee.
Less than 7 days prior to departure or no show: no refunds under any circumstances, including illness, cancelled flights, etc
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
Cancellation policy
Full payment - required to secure reservation.
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29
Oct
2026
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2 days / 1 nights
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5 dives
from $716 /guest
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29Oct 26
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2D / 1N
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5 dives
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31
Oct
2026
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2 days / 1 nights
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
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31Oct 26
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2D / 1N
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5 dives
from $716 /guest
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03
Nov
2026
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2 days / 1 nights
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
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03Nov 26
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2D / 1N
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
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4 spaces left
05
Nov
2026
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2 days / 1 nights
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
Add guests
Limited availability
05Nov 26
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2D / 1N
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
Add guests
Limited availability
07
Nov
2026
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2 days / 1 nights
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
Add guests
Available
07Nov 26
Overnight Dive and Sail Adventure
2D / 1N
•
5 dives
from $716 /guest
Add guests
Available
Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/coral-sea-dreaming/itn-2308160608391-overnight-dive-and-sail-adventure
