Abc Snorkel Charters
Abc Snorkel Charters
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Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursSightseeing ToursPrivate ToursNature & Wildlife Tours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
ABC is a very small Australian family business and a SNORKEL ONLY OPERATION. 1st class service as we take just 12 passengers to the best parts of the Great Barrier Reef. Our marine guides actually get in the water with you and take you snorkelling. We take you to low use reef areas which are the best areas for coral condition and fish life.
Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
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Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023

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Papiya S
7 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Family
We chose ABC Snorkel for their small group charter boat and guidance, and we will not regret with our decision. If Great Barrier Reef is in our bucket list, budget is not a constraint and you want to experience the colorful coral reef and fishes at leisure without crowd please go with them. Sam and their team were wonderful. They are very professional and friendly. They make you comfortable in every way. Service is great !! Our family loved it and we ever come back, we will not look anywhere else.
Written 6 December 2023
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Thank you for your incredible 5-star TripAdvisor review! We're thrilled to have provided you with an amazing and unforgettable experience on the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas. Choosing ABC Snorkel Charters for your small group charter and guidance was a fantastic decision, and we're honoured to be your preferred choice. Sam and our team appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming your family back for more great adventures in the future! All the very best from Team ABC
Written 8 December 2023
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Reginald_Chung
Victoria, Canada100 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Friends
You can tell from all the great reviews, just an excellent operation. If going to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket-list item, and you may only go once in your life, then do yourself a favour and spend the extra 200 or 300 bucks and go with these guys, rather than the 100-300 passenger big boats out of Port Douglas or Cairns. The small group is great. The crew is very friendly, fun, informative and super helpful - personal attention to how the gear fits, answering questions and making sure everyone gets the most that they can out of it. I was a little skeptical of a "guided" snorkel in open water, but it worked! Each guide had a group of only 6 in the water, and these guys were educated so knew what they were talking about. Also did a pre-snorkel presentation onboard while we were en route, and had guide books for all to flip through. On board coffee, pastries, lunch were all really good. Had an excellent time, and the reefs we visited were the best i've seen on the GBR, in beautiful condition.

Really can't say enough about this group - a class operation, and well worth the extra you will spend. If you're at all serious about good snorkeling and learning something, go ABC.
Written 5 December 2023
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Thank you so much for your incredible and detailed ABC review on TripAdvisor! We're truly stunned and grateful for your kind words. It warms our hearts to hear that we've made your Great Barrier Reef snorkelling experience memorable and worthwhile. Your recognition of our small group, friendly crew, and informative guides means the world to us. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to hosting you for more extraordinary adventures with ABC in the future. Safe travel and all the very best from our small team.
Written 8 December 2023
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Linda M
1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Right from the get-go, ABC Snorkel blew me away with their flawless trip! Sam, our guide and marine biologist extraordinaire, not only educated us on the way out but also played underwater tour guide, pointing out incredible species. As a newbie, I was a tad nervous at first, but Sam's watchful eye made those jitters disappear, and soon I found myself lost in the mesmerizing beauty of the underwater world – vibrant colors, exotic fauna, and a touch of magic.

Major kudos to the amazing crew at ABC Snorkel for giving me a jaw-dropping, unforgettable experience of a lifetime! You guys rock! - Linda M, Vancouver, Canada.
Written 4 December 2023
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Dear Linda, Thank you immensely for your raving 5-star TripAdvisor review! We're super thrilled to have provided you with a flawless and unforgettable experience on the Great Barrier Reef. Sam and the team are delighted to have made your underwater journey magical. Your words are truly appreciated, and we look forward to rocking more extraordinary experiences with you in the future! Best regards, From all the team at ABC
Written 8 December 2023
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Sandy M
Toronto, Canada9 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
We loved this trip. Friendly and professional team.
We enjoyed everything, the small group, the food provided, the excellent service, the great snorkelling equipment.
Thank you guys, this was one of the highlights of our Australia trip :)
Written 4 December 2023
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Thank you for your glowing 5-star TripAdvisor review! We're totally thrilled to hear that you loved our tour and that it was one of the highlights of your Australia trip. How cool! Your appreciation for our friendly and professional team, small group setting, excellent service, and snorkelling equipment warms our hearts. We're grateful for your kind words and look forward to hosting you on more memorable adventures in the future. All the very best from our small and dedicated team at ABC
Written 8 December 2023
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Trip31392629038
1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Friends
The ABC team (Sam, Callum, and Toby) were professional from start to finish. Having marine biologists to guide us added a lot of value to our experience. Most guides will just point you to the snorkel spot and let you go. These guys prepared us for what we would see, told us about the biology of the reef, and then pointed out everything interesting while we were in the water. The small group size was a major benefit, as each guide had six guests in the water - any more than that, and it would have been hard to follow him. The reefs we visited had healthy and intact coral - just beautiful. The food was top-notch - fresh brewed coffee, gourmet sandwiches, and fresh pastries and fruits. It wasn't a cheap trip, but it was worth the splurge if you have never been to the reef before. Or even of you have!
Written 3 December 2023
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Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our professional and knowledgeable guides, Sam, Callum, and Toby. Providing value through marine biologist insights is our aim, and we're delighted it enhanced your journey to the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your appreciation of the small group size and the pristine reefs warms our hearts. We're glad you found the trip worth the splurge and hope to welcome you back for more memorable adventures. All the very best from the small ABC team.
Written 4 December 2023
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Karen S
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Family
Fantastic trip. We’ve been on many reef tours and this was one of the best. The guys were very informative and knowledgeable and caring. Being able to go to Rudder and Chinaman’s reef because of our small group and boat was amazing. The coral was vibrant and massive like you see in promotional photos. We loved following the biologists and guides in the water with us at all times and following them around we felt very safe.
Written 2 December 2023
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Thank you for your glowing 5-star review! We're thrilled to be among your best reef tours. Knowing the ABC team's informativeness, knowledge, and care made an impact warms our hearts. Exploring Rudder and Chinaman’s reefs with a small group was indeed amazing, and we're delighted the coral lived up to the promotional photos. Your safety is our priority, and we're glad you felt secure following the ABC biologists and guides. We look forward to welcoming you back for more fantastic trips. All the very best from team ABC.
Written 4 December 2023
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Ayan
San Jose, CA5 contributions
Dec. 2023 • Family
Absolutely amazingly phenomenal. Every penny’s worth and more. We had a guide with is for 6 people. We saw coral reef like never before compared to our prior snorkeling at Hawaii and Galapagos. Great Barrier Reef is unique. Highly recommend if you can afford the extra cost compared to bigger outfits which take hundreds of clients.
Written 2 December 2023
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WOW! Your enthusiastic 5-star review truly made our day! We're thrilled to hear our experience was totally worth the extra cost and provided a lifetime experience. Your comparison to other snorkelling adventures highlights the uniqueness of the Great Barrier Reef. Having a guide for a small group is indeed special, and we're grateful for your recommendation. Thank you for choosing us and for your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back for more phenomenal experiences. All the very best from the ABC team.
Written 4 December 2023
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Annika
Finland1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Couples
What an Amazing Day on the outer reef with very friendly and professional ABC-team. Everythining was made easy for the guests and very nicely and well organized. Kiitos!
Written 30 November 2023
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Thank you for your incredible 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing day on the outer reef with our friendly and professional ABC team. Making things easy and well-organized for our guests is our priority, and we're delighted you noticed. Kiitos for your kind words! We appreciate your support and look forward to creating more fantastic memories with you. See you next time and all the best from ABC.
Written 4 December 2023
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clare l
1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Couples
An absolutely amazing day! A big thank you to the tour guides whom provided an in depth wealth of knowledge in regard to all things about the Great Barrier Reef.
We’re very appreciative for an incredible experience. Thank you!
Written 27 November 2023
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Thats a fantastic review with a great review title! Its what life is all about - Thank you. Compliments from our small team at ABC and we hope to see you or your friends again in the near future . Travel safe.
Written 30 November 2023
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Heather C
1 contribution
Nov. 2023 • Couples
The reef is breathtaking. Incredible views and up to 2 hours of swimming.

This review is more about the tour guides (Sam, Toby and Callum). These guys were incredible. They were knowledgeable, fun and engaging the entire time. Frankly, we’d book another tour just to hangout with them for another 7 hours and learn about the reef!

Thank you all for an incredible day. We had an absolute blast.
Written 26 November 2023
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Thank you wholeheartedly for your fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had an incredible day exploring the breathtaking reef with our guides Sam, Toby, and Callum. Their knowledge and engaging personalities truly make a difference. We'd love to have you back for another amazing adventure, filled with more learning and fun. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we appreciate your enthusiasm for our team. All the very best from our small dedicated ABC team
Written 27 November 2023
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