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Calypso Reef Cruises
Calypso Reef Cruises
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Great memories are built on great experiences and Calypso delivers both. From the dive enthusiast to the less experienced swimmer, Calypso Snorkel & Dive provides a unique and personalised experience for each guest. Calypso pride themselves on providing a fast, stable and enjoyable ride to the outer reef without over crowding the vessel. As an advanced eco certified operator, Calypso is committed to the protection of the reef through continual innovation, conservation and preservation processes.
Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
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Phil D
Wymondham, UK12 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
A lovely half day out. A trip from Port Douglas to the Low Isles. A pleasant boat journey to the Low Isles and back. We took the option of the glass bottom boat from the cruiser to the shore and the captain made sure there was plenty to see and was also very informative and explained things well. We snorkelled from the beach which was great for the less experienced . Excellent instructions from the crew.
Written 7 December 2023
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aimee
Bendigo, Australia1 contribution
Calypso cruises was awesome! Saw some amazing marine life including turtles, a reef shark and nemo! The visit to the three locations was awesome to see a different variety of fish and coral. Majority of the staff were friendly. Lots of food and water provided as well. Very good experience.
Written 6 December 2023
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Lucy F
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Dec. 2023 • Couples
My boyfriend and I had an amazing day with Calypso Reef Cruises! The highlight of our day was completing a dive with our instructor Tim. He was extremely patient with us and made us feel very safe and confident during our dive. It was an unforgettable experience. We would highly recommend!
Written 5 December 2023
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Cassandra D
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Nov. 2023 • Family
We had the most amazing experience. Jorg, Phoebe and Acacia were very knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make this trip fun and memorable. A special thanks goes out to Acacia who took time to have a one on one snorkelling lesson with me and made me feel comfortable. What a breath taking experience. All three of them had a great sense of humour and the time just flew. Thanks guys, you’ll were awesome 👏👏👏Cassandra
Written 4 December 2023
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Josh R
Flinders, Australia2 contributions
Recommend this highly to anyone . Staff were highly knowledgeable and friendly. The scuba was fantastic lots to see - bucket list item for me
Ticket off , particaly seeing and swimming over
Many turtles. Just incredible ❤️
Ticket off , particaly seeing and swimming over
Many turtles. Just incredible ❤️
Written 4 December 2023
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StaciP
Tokoroa, New Zealand3 contributions
Absolutely fantastic experience. Super quick to get out to the island so no need to worry about sea sickness etc, the boats nice and fast. The tour guides Jorg, Phoebe and Akashia were really helpful and knowledgeable. We did the glass bottom boat tour first where Jorg taught us about the different corals and species of fish. Then the snorkeling was brilliant saw Green Sea Turtles, loads of different fish and even a couple of reef sharks. It is definitely a tour that anyone can enjoy no matter their swimming capabilities.
Written 29 November 2023
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Alan A
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Oct. 2023 • Couples
We were first time snorkellers, in our 60's. We couldn't have picked a better team to go with. Very safety conscious, helpful and friendly. Their knowledge of the reef and everything in it was wonderful. We will definately be doing it again and recommend it to anyone who is a bit unsure about doing it. You won't regret it. 😃
Written 28 November 2023
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Jacob E
2 contributions
Lovely cruise with great snorkelling. The staff were incredibly helpful and efficient. We went to 3 dive spots and had one of the best snorkel experiences of our lives.
The boat was a bit busy, but other than that great experience.
The boat was a bit busy, but other than that great experience.
Written 26 November 2023
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mustang sally
Milwaukee, WI10 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Family
We went on the all-day Calypso blue catamaran for diving and snorkeling out to Opal Reef on the GBR, northeast of Port Douglas. The boat crew were most friendly. Two of us dove and witnessed amazing corals and sea-life. You have the opportunity to do up to three senate dives if you wish. Our dive master Tim was great and he took good care of his underwater flock. Two of us snorkeled on the reef, at three different locations, and it was simply spectacular. Reminiscent in the abundance and variety of sea-life and corals like at Caneel Bay and Jamaica 30 years ago, this snorkeling surpasses both. Phoebe of Calpso gave the passengers a highly informative presentation on the local sea-like, corals and origin of the GBR. We highly recommend this tour if you really want to see the GBR close- up.
Written 26 November 2023
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kelseym_az
Phoenix, AZ1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Family
He was so patient and kind, especially with my being very nervous for my first ever ocean dive. Thank you for helping me cross off the biggest item on my bucket list! ♥
Written 25 November 2023
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Deirbhile T
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
How many people on average would there be on the dive and snorkel trip? (Start of April) thanks
Jacqueline S
Traverse City, MI42 contributions
There was about 45 when we went. But during peek season there may be a lot more. Not sure when that would be though.
Do we wear just swimming gear and you provide the wetsuits etc?
Jerry P
29 contributions
Yes, swimsuits and as Max says, sun protection - you'll need it. You get fitted for fins when you board and the crew guards your footwear until you arrive back in Port Douglas. They provide wetsuits for people in case some people find the warm water too cold for them, or for additional buoyancy if you want. While they are not really needed for the temperature of the water, if you dont have a tee-shirt or rash vest to swim in, consider asking for one so as to prevent sun-burn on your back. In 3 hours with your head down looking at this incredible place, your back picks up a LOT of rays!!
Hi, we are planning to come to Port Douglas in July. When you go for the snorkeling tour, do you wear stinger suits?
David H
Derbyshire, UK22 contributions
Yes they are issued onboard.
Europelover2014
Chicago, IL3,425 contributions
How are personal items handled - just left on the boat or locked? I will need my mobile phone for later - OK to leave it in the boat?
Chris K
4 contributions
Hi Europelover, we don't have locker facilities on board, however there is no issue bringing your phone, wallet etc.. maybe if you have a small dry bag ? But, yes no problems in leaving belonging on the boat. Hope you have a great day with us. Regards, Chris
Ankit Khandelwal
New Delhi, India3 contributions
Hi , i was thinking of booking Half Day to Low Isles - Afternoon Tour (21st Feb) . I will be staying at Pullman , Cairns. So do you also provide Hotel Pick up and Drop Off as i couldn't see this option while booking the tour ?
Lee W
Surrey, Canada51 contributions
When we booked our reef tour they picked us up at our hotel in Port Douglas (Ramada Port Douglas) as part of the fee. I’m not too sure that they go all the way into Cairns but you could enquire via phone?
Zarytska I
Hong Kong, China61 contributions
Email provided here not correct. Please fix the email attached here
Anyone know their email?
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Ally Wavish
Sandringham, Australia7 contributions
Hello,
We are thinking of taking our two children 8 and 6 for an outer reef snorkel (both are competent swimmers and have snorkelled) but I'd also like to squeeze in a dive. Is it advisable to book the dive as a separate tour given my hubby and i will probably have to supervise one child each? I also haven't dived for three years so may need a refresh. (Have Padi)
We're in port Douglas from the 20th till 27th September so would like to book a day in that range- preferably low wind and good visibility.
Thank you!
Alyson
kenz56
Christchurch, New Zealand237 contributions
Hi. I agree with the earlier comments. Calypso is great and will do their best but given the ages then 1 child per adult. They do 3 snorkel/dives which would be tiring for the children - so think about them doing 2 snorkels and you having a dive on the 3rd. No worry re the dive. It is easy and they look after you and it's fantastic!
