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Abc Snorkel Charters
Abc Snorkel Charters
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Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursSightseeing ToursPrivate ToursNature & Wildlife Tours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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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
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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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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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.
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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
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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!
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
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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.
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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marcfredson
Oakland, CA3 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
This day-long snorkel trip to the great barrier reef was the highlight of our 17 days in Australia. The group of guys who hosted our tour were great and brought us to fabulous viewing points of the incredible underwater garden that is the reef. It is a smaller boat with just a few passengers and plenty of personal attention. Highly recommend.
Written 25 November 2023
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Thank you sincerely for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're thrilled to hear our Great Barrier Reef tour was the highlight of your 17 days in Australia.
Our dedicated team takes pride in showcasing the incredible underwater garden, ensuring a personalised experience. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to welcome you back for more memorable adventures on the reef.
All the very best from all at ABC
Written 27 November 2023
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Adrian E
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Nov. 2023 • Family
One of the best trips of my life. If you are going to snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef then make this the company you do it with. From the easy booking, to the welcome on board from Sam Ben and Toby, to the detailed explanation on mask and snorkel use, which all of us learnt something new, to the journey, which passed quickly, due to a great review of life we were expecting to see, it was a truly memorable experience. And we hadn’t even seen anything by then! Mooring up near the reef 40km from land, and the expert guiding and enthusiast teaching we all had a superb experience. Thanks in particular to Sam who, as an expert marine biologist, was so full of interesting information and made everyone so relaxed in the water with reff sharks swimming nearby. Totally brilliant experience. Thanks guys so much.
Written 23 November 2023
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Thank you for your heartfelt 5-star review!
We're elated to be part of one of the best trips of your life, and we appreciate your commendation of our team—Sam, Ben, and Toby.
It's fantastic to hear you found the experience truly memorable, from booking to the expert guidance near the Great Barrier Reef. Sam's passion as a marine biologist added an extra layer to your adventure.
We're grateful for your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon.
Travel safe all the very best from ABC.
Written 27 November 2023
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Elizabeth S
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Nov. 2023 • Family
Worth the price!!!
My husband and I went on a tour yesterday with a B C, and enjoyed ourselves immensely! Our main tour guide is a marine biologist who is passionate about the reef and it’s dwellers.
My husband and I went on a tour yesterday with a B C, and enjoyed ourselves immensely! Our main tour guide is a marine biologist who is passionate about the reef and it’s dwellers.
Written 21 November 2023
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful 5-star TripAdvisor review!
We're delighted to hear that your excursion with ABC Snorkel Charters exceeded your expectations and was worth the price.
It's fantastic that you and your husband enjoyed the tour with our passionate marine biologist guide, who shared their knowledge and enthusiasm for the reef and its inhabitants.
We appreciate your positive feedback, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you both back for more enjoyable adventures in the future!
All the best from Team ABC
Written 22 November 2023
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Jozina
2 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
The best snorkeling you’re ever going to get with these guys! You are totally looked after and will come back to shore so much more knowledgeable! Great hosts fun crew who absolutely know their stuff😎
Written 20 November 2023
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Thank you for your 5 TripAdvisor Star review.
It's fantastic that you felt well taken care of and gained knowledge during your time with our knowledgeable and fun crew.
Thank you for your incredible 5-star TripAdvisor review! We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing adventures in the future! 😎
All the best from Team ABC.
Written 22 November 2023
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Flyer593954
Mount Gambier, Australia
Why would you send a bill for $2.50 for a picnic bar when we have just paid $578.00 for 2 people with no food supplied only 1 cup of tea or coffee? Terrible customer service and leaves a poor taste in our mouths after a day out snorkelling!
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
We are really pleased you still enjoyed your snorkelling day.
Many apologies about our miss communication on the day which caused this silly $2.50 charge, which has now been refunded.
Look forward to meeting you next time around for your FREE trip for our mess up.
Once again sincere apologies.
Kathleen O
Gold Coast, Australia33 contributions
What reefs do you go to and how much Time do you get snorkling?
Thank you
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
Like most operators the daily site are chosen after studying the weather forecast. The actual reefs and the daily timings can vary. Depending on distance travelled. Some days we visit 3 different reefs other days 2. The actual in water time can vary between 45minutes to over an hour at each site.
Martina
1 contribution
Hello :) sorry for the special question but is there a toilet on board? :)
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
Happy New Year!
We now have 2 boats.
Our boat pictured on Trip Advisor 'Just 12 passengers'
Yes 2 toilets, we also have Air Conditioned main cabin area, and a covered rear area on the back deck of boat with two tables of 6 passengers plus bench seating behind or lay down area.
+ OUR NEW BOAT
Yes 1 toilet, we also have Air Conditioned main cabin area, and a covered rear area on the back deck of the boat with seating for 10 passengers with further seating for 4 passengers on the flybridge.
Hope that helps and look forward to taking you out soon.
Joanne Weller
Ayr, Australia27 contributions
Hi,
23rd September 2019 is my 50th and looking to do a snorkel trip 7 adults and 2 infants. What do you have available? Is there an all day trip? How much per head?
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Regards
Jo
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
Thank you for your email.
We have a live on-line calendar and booking system which is available 24/7.
As the schedule changes frequently always best to look here first.
Many thanks I hope that helps.
Happy holiday planning.
Emma
Valencia, Spain6 contributions
Hi, I am interested in your diving tours, whilst my friend is more concerned with underwater photos. However, we both agree that the private photography option is not what we want... For us, one or two good photos would be sufficient. Do you offer photos on demand (like...pay per photo or package?) Thanks.
Michelle B
Charlotte, NC36 contributions
We are looking to book something end of August.. would you recommend booking now or waiting until closer to the date? Does weather cause cancellations often this time of year? I understand it’s a busy time and we’re trying to do our research. Thank you!
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
August is one of our busiest months so we always recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. You can check out our live availability on our website.
The weather can be variable in August with slightly stronger winds than other months of the year. Please take a look at our terms and conditions on our website regarding cancellations.
All the best from the ABC Team
Scott D
Tadworth, UK31 contributions
What snorkeling tour would you recommend for a family with a 9yr old boy but also my 70yr old mum? Thanks
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
With an extended family group like this it is very dependant on individual ability levels. It is also best to keep an eye on the weather close to the day you wish to join us on the reef.
Please check our website for further information on what we offer.
AhamSA
Queenstown, New Zealand16 contributions
Hello, I wanted to check availability for two people on 24th, 25th, or 26th December in your group dive &/ snorkel tour.
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
We do not run on Christmas Day. Best to check availability through our website for the other dates, as peoples dates often change.
Tanya A
Orpington, UK40 contributions
Hi,
We are planning to visit Australia in April and wish to do scuba diving. Please let me know if its advisable to do scuba in April and if there are tours available in April as some websites say that many tour companies dont do dives in April.
Thank you
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
Thanks for your question to ABC.
We dive virtually every day of the year from Port Douglas. Some months are better than others. But there is good diving the whole year around including April. You will see in our FAQ section on our website that we have a more comprehensive reply to weather and water temperatures for the entire year.
All the best the ABC Team.
b0bbiett
Buenos Aires, Argentina
We are going to be in Port Douglas late July this year and are wondering if it is better to book in advance with you or can we book after we land?
Abc Scuba Divin... P
Port Douglas, Australia4 contributions
July, August & September are very busy months here in Port Douglas so it always best to book in advance. There is much more comprehensive information available on our website with a excellent FAQ section also extensively covering temperatures and conditions throughout the different months of the year. Happy holiday planning and we hope to see you soon. The ABC Team.