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BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS TOUR | AUSTRALIA 2025

Full day reef tour

cairns

We are delighted to confirm your itinerary for your inclusive full day Great Barrier Reef tour included in your package whilst in Cairns. 

Immerse yourself in the marvels of Moore Reef with Sunlover’s Great Barrier Reef Day trip. With a wide range of inclusive activities and exclusive access to their custom-designed outer reef pontoon, visitors of all ages and skill levels can explore and delight in the wonders of this extraordinary natural wonder.  

Moore Reef offers crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral gardens, abundant marine life, and friendly resident turtles and Māori wrasse, creating the ultimate destination to experience the magnificence of the outer reef. 

You will be able to choose on the day your preferred way to discover the reef, whether snorkelling in the natural lagoon or staying dry with their semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours. You can choose to explore the fascinating underwater world at the underwater observatory and engage with marine life during the captivating fish feeding presentation.  

Younger guests can enjoy fun-filled moments in the enclosed ocean pool or experience the thrill of swirling down Sunlover’s 30-metre spiral waterslide into the tropical ocean. A trained lifeguard is always on watch from an elevated lifeguard station, and there’s easy entry to the water from two snorkel platforms, both of which are accessible by stairs. Calypso Reef Imagery is on board all day to capture your favourite reef memories, both on board and underwater. All photos are available for purchase during your trip back to Cairns – no waiting for photos to develop; the photos are sent straight to you or you can request to have them printed! 

For those who want even more adventure, you can add to your experience a guided-snorkel tour, Seawalker helmet dive, introductory and certified SCUBA dives. 

INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR

  • Snorkelling & equipment 
  • Lycra suit 
  • Semi-submersible tour 
  • Glass bottom boat tour 
  • Underwater observatory 
  • Waterslide 
  • Enclosed ocean pool 
  • Tropical inspired buffet lunch 
  • Unlimited filtered water 
  • Access to changing rooms on pontoon 

optional extras

(payable by card only) – prices correct at time of publishing – March 25

  • Guided snorkel tour ($52 adult / $32 kids) 
  • Seawalker helmet dive ($149 adult / $149 Kids)   
  • SCUBA dive ($149 adult / $149 Kids) 
  • Drinks and snacks 
  • Motion sickness medication 

ITINERARY

Subject to change on the day

You will be escorted by your Lions Rugby Travel Tour representative on foot to the departure point (approx. 300 meters / 8 min walk).  The meeting time at the hotel departure point timing will be confirmed in your final travel itinerary issued approximately 4-weeks prior to your date of travel 

10:00 Depart Cairns Marina 

11:30 – 12:00 Arrive Moore Reef 

4 Hours of Pontoon Fun 

16:00 Depart Moore Reef 

17:30 Arrive Cairns Marina and board your coach for your return to your hotel 

What to bring

  • If you suffer from motion sickness, you are recommended to take motion sickness tablets prior to boarding the boat – please always consult with and refer to the instructions provided by a healthcare professional or follow the manufacturers instructions provided with any form of tablet
  • Hat 
  • Sunscreen 
  • Sun protective clothing 
  • Swimming costume 
  • Towel 
  • Credit cards and/or cash for food, drinks and optional extras and activities 
  • Light jacket for cool/windy days 
  • Reusable water bottle for sustainability but disposable cups are available 

WEATHER IN JULY

July is mild winter season in Cairns and the average temperatures are 22°C (71F).  The average sea temperature for July is 24°C (75F) with temperature remaining essentially constant in the entire month. 

The order of the itinerary and inclusions are subject to change. 

We would remind you that all our handy bookers information can be found in one place:  Booker information – Lions Tour 

Day Trip to Adelaide

Wednesday 30 July - Departs 9:30 AM / Returns 17:00 PM

The Barossa is in South Australia, about 70km north-east of Adelaide, the state’s capital city.   Your trip will include a visit of the city centre, The State Library of South Australia and lunch at a local wine bar and kitchen. 

The State Library is the information heart of South Australia, located in the North Terrace Cultural Precinct.  You will have the opportunity to explore all three buildings: the award-winning contemporary Catherine Helen Spence Wing with its iconic glass foyer, the Mortlock Wing with its 19th century Victorian splendour, and the 1861 heritage listed Institute Building.

Sweeping stadium views, stylish bar and lounge, premium menu and extensive wine list.  Bespoke Wine Bar & Kitchen is one of Adelaide’s most impressive dining experiences.

Extending across level three of Oval Hotel and into the iconic Adelaide Oval, Bespoke’s unique setting makes a stunning backdrop lunch.

Executive Chef Daniel Simpson’s modern Australian menu brings bold flavours to life through fresh, seasonal produce.  Two drinks are included, and you may choose from house wine, beer or a soft drink.

After lunch you will be transferred to the North Terrace, Adelaide city where you can choose to spend your time either at Rundle Mall, The Art Gallery of South Australia or South Australian Museum.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  We have been advised that the carpet is being replaced in the Mortlock Chamber (section of the library) and we are now unable to conduct tours through this section during July so we will amend the Private tour of the State Library slightly and now include access to the basement (old & rare artifacts storage) which is an area of the library usually inaccessible to the public. 

 

Private 60 minute tour of State Library of South Australia | 30 July 2025 – 11:00am

Guests will have the opportunity to explore one of South Australia’s great institutions and take a look behind the shelves. An expert librarian will take you on a walk sharing stories of how the State Library began. Your experience starts at the historic Adelaide Circulating Library to learn the history of the building. By 1861, the collection of books held there was to became the first public library in South Australia. The Adelaide Circulating Library has been used in the past as a backdrop to several movies including Shine and Gallipoli. Continue your way to the basement to see some of the interesting old & rare artifacts housed in the library. Discover how the state’s most important treasures are maintained in the state-of-the-art storage and how the preservations team cares for the collection. 

Legends that have joined us on previous experiences