Great Barrier Reef Liveaboards from Cairns

Great Barrier Reef liveaboard diving from Cairns – Outer reefs & Cod Hole

Dive the Great Barrier Reef

Liveaboard trips from Cairns – Outer Reef, Ribbon Reefs & Cod Hole

Mike Ball Expeditions

3–7 daysRibbon Reefs & Cod HoleCoral Sea

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Pro Dive Cairns – 3 Day / 2 Night

Up to 11 divesOuter ReefDaily departures

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Why Choose a Liveaboard?

Dawn dive on the Great Barrier Reef – silvery morning light — Dive at dawn as the reef awakens

Night dive with manta ray gliding in torchlight — Experience thrilling night dives

Divers relaxing on the top deck of a liveaboard — Relax on deck between dives

Diver surrounded by a massive school of fish on a liveaboard dive — Immerse yourself in vast schools of fish

Smiling divers having fun on board — Share the adventure with new friends

Sharks at North Horn, Osprey Reef – a liveaboard exclusive — Dive with sharks at North Horn, Osprey Reef

What Divers Are Saying

Mike Ball Dive Expeditions – Spoilsport Liveaboard

★★★★★

“I was at the Great Barrier Reef in the late 1980s and it was amazing... The Great Barrier Reef appears to be alive and healthy. The food was amazing and wonderful and the staff went to great lengths to provide whatever assistance you needed in diving or onboard.”

– Cecil B., Google Review

Pro Dive Cairns – 3-Day Liveaboard

★★★★★

“The BEST people to do a live aboard scuba dive trip on the Great Barrier Reef with, hands down!!! I hadn’t been scuba diving for a number of years and was very nervous. The expert dive instructor understood my nervousness and stepped me through a refresher course. The next day we sailed out to the reef for the first of 11 dives (including 2 night dives). The whole trip was perfect!!! From the boat, to meals, the staff and the amazing dive sites – it was all amazing and honestly one trip I will remember forever.”

– Richard C., Google Review

Abyss Scuba Diving – Dive Travel

★★★★★

“I’ve been diving with Abyss since 2014 and have enjoyed local dives plus incredible domestic and international trips. The dive leaders are true professionals – always keeping safety first while making it fun. Our recent New Year’s trip to Fiji was perfectly organised yet totally relaxing. I highly recommend Abyss for both training and travelling – they make every dive adventure unforgettable.”

– Katrina C., Google Review

Comfort, Quality & Easy Logistics

Your “hotel” travels with you: air-conditioned cabins, freshly prepared meals and professional crew. Departures from Cairns Marina with direct Sydney flights (~3 hrs). Arrive the day before; fly home 18–24 hrs after your last dive.

Air-conditioned cabins

Fresh meals & company

Reef vistas

Cairns Marina departures

At-a-glance Benefits

Remote Outer Reef, Ribbon Reefs & Cod Hole
3–5 dives daily incl. dawn & night dives
Expert guides, nitrox, quality gear
All-inclusive comfort: cabins & meals

Why Book With Abyss

Same Price as Direct – Operator rates guaranteed.
Independent Choice – Mike Ball & Pro Dive Cairns options compared for you.
Local Dive Hub – Join the Abyss Dive Club with free guided Sydney shore dives.
Peace of Mind – Online convenience backed by real divers in Sydney.

1) Book Your Trip
Pick operator, dates & cabin. Peak Jun–Oct sells fast, book 2–3 months ahead.

2) Pre-Trip Prep
Arrive day before for check-in & gear fitting. Bring cert card; refresh if needed.

3) Eat • Sleep • Dive • Repeat
Board at Cairns Marina, dive multiple times daily at top sites.