* Fresh, healthy, and tasty buffet style lunch
* Morning and afternoon tea
* Quality snorkelling equipment
* Quality scuba equipment & dive computers
* Wetsuit and/ or lycra skins
* Prescription masks if required
* Free Guided snorkel tour
* Free Reef Interpretation Presentation

Not Included:
* EMC, Port & Admin fee– pay on board $10 per person (Including $5 EMC pp charge for all passengers age 4 and over entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park)

OPTIONAL EXTRAS AVAILABLE:
* Cairns & Northern Beaches hotel transfers at $10 per person
* Guided dives at $10 per dive
* Digital Camera Hire from $35
* A range of photo-pro package options

Experience our Great Barrier Reef in all it’s natural beauty on-board the evolutionary T5. Custom-built for ultimate comfort, the T5 features air-conditioned interiors with lounge style seating, picture windows and flat-screens, open-air sundecks, and water level platforms for easy access to the water.

T5 departs daily from Cairns. A 90 minute journey to the outer reef will see you arriving at the first of the day's two sites. Tusa Dive have a choice of 16 reef sites, changing daily to take advantage of the best sites for the conditions of the day. Each day brings a whole new underwater adventure! Activities include guided snorkel tours, 'introductory' diving, and certified diving with up to 3 dives in the day available. You will enjoy nearly 5 hours of diving and snorkelling magical coral reefs, where you will be amazed by the colour and diversity of marine life. Under the instruction and care of Tusa's professional dive crew, your day in the water will be safe, carefree, and full of memories of a lifetime.

Locally owned The Operator are specialists in day tours to the reef with more than 20 years experience. The Operator is an Advanced Ecotourism Operator, committed to providing a service that reflects the responsibility to contribute to the protection of environment.

DAY TRIP ITINERARY

• 8:00am daily departure from E Finger, Marlin Marina, Cairns
• 90 minute trip to outer reefs
• 5 hours on the reef at two unique locations
• Certified Divers – Choice of 2 or 3 dives
• Introductory Divers – Choice of 1 or 2 dives
• 4.00 – 4.30pm return to Cairns

TUSA 5 is 24 metre catamaran, custom designed with ultimate comfort in mind for day cruising, diving and snorkelling on Great Barrier Reef waters. Catering for up to 80 guests, the T5 can be booked for your special function or private day on the reef.

Launched in September 2007, the TUSA 5 is Cairns newest reef vessel. Lounge style seating, air-conditioning, and flat screen plasma TVs make comfortable interiors, while exterior areas feature a sunken lounge on the bow, a huge dive deck, and a sun deck on the stern's second level. Access to the reef is made easy with a hydraulically lowered water level platform

Locally owned TUSA Dive have access to more than 15 outer reef sites, and are specialists in day tours to the reef with more than 20 years experience. Our crew are on hand throughout the day to help make your day extra special. A typical day will have 10 -12 crew on board, so you can expect lots of friendly and professional service, whether you're an experienced diver or first time snorkeller. The T5 team have all completed their ADVANCED REEF TEACH certification courses (endorsed by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority), and are keen to share their love and knowledge of the reef with you. So join the all new T5 and experience the day trip reef adventure of a life time

Tusa Dive Day Trips
Tusa Dive have been taking divers and snorkellers to the reef since 1986. We pride ourselves on the professional service offered by our friendly team, our new custom designed dive vessels, and our large selection of stunning reef sites available for our guests to experience. As locals, we value our beautiful Great Barrier Reef and are committed to preserving it for our future generations.

Tusa Dive have access to 16 unique sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. On your day trip to the reef, you will cruise to two selected outer reef locations and have the opportunity to participate in snorkelling, 'introductory' diving, and certified diving. Tusa Dive also offers a free guided snorkel tour and marine interpretation presentation.

Your day will be on board Cairns' newest reef craft the T5, custom-built for ultimate comfort and easy access to the water. Passenger numbers are limited to just 60 to ensure plenty of space, and the Tusa crew will make sure your day is fun, safe, and memorable. You can even take those memories home, as our on-board photographer is there to snap you through-out the day.

T5 departs daily from Cairns.  A 90 minute journey to the outer reef will see you arriving at the first of the day's two sites. Tusa Dive have a choice of 16 reef sites, changing daily to take advantage of the best sites for the conditions of the day.

TUSA Dive are specialists in day tours to the reef with more than 20 years experience. TUSA Dive is an Advanced Ecotourism Operator, committed to providing a service that reflects our responsibility to contribute to the protection of our environment.

1. Payment Terms:
- 20% deposit is required to secure your reservation
- Balance of payment is due 33 days prior to departure

2. CANCELLATION POLICY
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. In addition to forfeiting your deposit, the following charges also apply:
- 4 days notice is required for a full refund less deposit to apply
- 100% cancellation fee applies to cancellations within 4 days of departure

3. MEDICAL & TRAVEL INSURANCE
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance policy that includes
(i) Trip Cancellation insurance
(ii) Lost/damaged personal belongings or equipment, due to any reason must be claimed on Travel Insurance.
(iii) Evacuation & Medical cover for Scuba Diving. Please be aware that Scuba Diving and in-water activities are not covered by all Travel Insurance companies. Please read the wording of your policy carefully.

NOTE: In a Medical Emergency any evacuation, vessel relocation or medical expenses are the financial responsibility of that diver.
Divers Alert Network (DAN) www.diversalertnetwork.org & Dive Assure www.diveassure.com offer comprehensive insurance packages specifically for Scuba Divers.

MEDICAL STATEMENT

I agree that:
1. I am medically & physically fit to dive and /or snorkel.
2. I have not suffered any illness or injury that may affect my ability to dive or snorkel safely.
3. I am not currently suffering or have ever suffered from illness or injury or condition relating to any heart or lung disorder, asthma, epilepsy or insulin-dependent diabetes or any other condition that is contraindicative to diving.
4. I am not currently suffering from any illness or injury or condition, or taking any prescription medication (other than contraception).If you are unsure about, or cannot agree to points 1-4 above, you must present a Dive Medical clearance upon boarding to enable you to dive.

ITINERARIES
All itineraries are weather dependent and are subject to change at the discretion of the Master of the Veseel.

NOTE for Tusa Dive Vessel (day trips):
All Rates are given in Australian Dollars inclusive of GST
Bookings are required for Nitrox Diving
Certain medications and medical conditions (eg. history of Asthma, Diabetes, and pregnancy) may exclude you from Scuba Diving
In the interest of safety we recommend you do not fly within a 24 hour period after diving

Please note: Pets are not allowed onboard on any vessel. Smorking is not acceptable in th cabins.

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Please note we accept Visa and Mastercard and the credit card fees are: 
1) 1.75% for the deposit amount.
2) 1.75% for the balance of payment.

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