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ISLANDS 3.7 km 0 km Kilometres from Low Isles & Green II.I km outer reef edge Bloomfield I8.5 km 26 km 33.4 km Bloomfield Agincourt Low Isles: Quicksilver’s luxury sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, offers the fun and romance River ribbon reefs of island sailing to Low Isles.

Mackay Reef C Who for? Couples or families looking for island relaxation with snorkelling from the beach. Cape Tribulation O Undine Reef St Crispin Reef N Green Island: Fast catamaran cruise with Great Adventures to Green Island for a unique reef T I and experience on the . N

Rudder Reef E Opal Reef Who for? Visitors wanting a choice of adventurous activities or relaxation. Daintree N River Daintree Cape Kimberley T A DAY DIVE & ADVENTURE Silversonic & Silverswift

To ngue L Snapper Reef Island S Designed for adventure, offering the chance to experience the thrill of diving and snorkelling.

H Low Isles Norman E From experienced to beginner divers, snorkellers also welcome. Batt Reef Who for? Newell Beach Reef L F Mossman Saxon Reef Mossman DIVE & LEARN TO DIVE Pro Dive Cairns Gorge Port Douglas Hastings Reef Four Mile Beach For the ultimate reef adventure, join the premier liveaboard dive trip operator, Pro Dive Cairns.

Yule Point Pebbly Beach Michaelmas Learn to dive and continuing dive education in our purpose built facility. Oak Beach Cove Your Quicksilver cruise Upolo Cay LEARN TO DIVE & ADVANCED TRAINING Quicksilver Dive takes you into Australia’s Middle Cay Wa ngetti Beach 0 km Ellis Beach 3.7 km Learning to dive with Quicksilver Diving Services adds a different dimension to your life experience. Great Barrier Reef Double Island Arlington Reef II.I km Flynn Reef Palm Cove I8.5 km Marine Park Clifton Beach Green Island Milnn Reef LUXURY Green Island Resort Scenic Coach Drive 26 km Trinity Beach 33.4 km Yorkeys Knob Thetford Reef Pellowe Reef Map reproduced to scale. Holloways Beach Romance, indulgence and luxury accommodation. Green Island Resort is 5 Star luxury km Cairns Moore Reef 0 10 20 30 40 International on the Great Barrier Reef. Airport Cairns Fitzroy Island HELICOPTER Scenic Helicopter Flights

See the reef and rainforest from a whole new perspective with a scenic helicopter flight. Sudbury Reef

Franklin r Darwi n i OUTER BARRIER REEF ACTIVITY PLATFORMS Quicksilver & Great Adventures

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r Australia Outer Barrier Reef and e Who for? From non-swimmers and snorkellers, to introductory and experienced divers Endeavour Reef Perth Sydney e seeking the widest choice of reef experiences. f Adelaide island destinations, Escape Reef s Melbourne ISLANDS Low Isles & Green Island 3.7 km 0 km Kilometres from adventurous day dive II.I km outer reef edge Hobart Bloomfield I8.5 km 26 km 33.4 km Bloomfield Agincourt Low Isles: Quicksilver’s luxury sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, offers the fun and romance River and snorkel excursions, ribbon reefs of island sailing to Low Isles. Mackay Reef premier liveaboard dive C Who for? Couples or families looking for island relaxation with snorkelling from the beach. Cape Tribulation O Undine Reef St Crispin Reef N Green Island: Fast catamaran cruise with Great Adventures to Green Island for a unique reef boat experiences, scuba T I and rainforest experience on the Great Barrier Reef. N dive courses and a five Rudder Reef E Opal Reef Who for? Visitors wanting a choice of adventurous activities or relaxation. Daintree N River Daintree Cape Kimberley T star island resort, the A DAY DIVE & SNORKEL ADVENTURE Silversonic & Silverswift

To ngue L Snapper Reef Quicksilver Group of Island S Designed for adventure, offering the chance to experience the thrill of diving and snorkelling.

H Low Isles Norman Companies is more than E From experienced to beginner divers, snorkellers also welcome. Batt Reef Who for? Newell Beach Reef L F Mossman Saxon Reef Mossman DIVE LIVEABOARD & LEARN TO DIVE Pro Dive Cairns ever, the Great Barrier Gorge Port Douglas Hastings Reef Four Mile Beach For the ultimate reef adventure, join the premier liveaboard dive trip operator, Pro Dive Cairns. Reef. Let a Quicksilver Yule Point Pebbly Beach Michaelmas Cay Learn to dive and continuing dive education in our purpose built facility. Oak Beach experience engage your Turtle Cove Your Quicksilver cruise Upolo Cay LEARN TO DIVE & ADVANCED TRAINING Quicksilver Dive takes you into Australia’s Middle Cay Wa ngetti Beach 0 km senses and lift your Ellis Beach 3.7 km Learning to dive with Quicksilver Diving Services adds a different dimension to your life experience. Great Barrier Reef Double Island Arlington Reef II.I km Flynn Reef Palm Cove I8.5 km spirits. We look forward Marine Park Clifton Beach Green Island Milnn Reef LUXURY RESORT Green Island Resort Scenic Coach Drive Kewarra Beach 26 km Trinity Beach 33.4 km to sharing this special Yorkeys Knob Thetford Reef Pellowe Reef Map reproduced to scale. Holloways Beach Romance, indulgence and luxury accommodation. Green Island Resort is 5 Star luxury km Cairns Moore Reef 0 10 20 30 40 International on the Great Barrier Reef. place with you. Airport Cairns Fitzroy Island HELICOPTER Scenic Helicopter Flights

See the reef and rainforest from a whole new perspective with a scenic helicopter flight. Sudbury Reef

Franklin Islands

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Outer Barrier Reef Sumptuous hot and cold tropical buffet lunch

Great Adventures

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Scuba Doo underwater scooter OUTER BARRIER REEF Quicksilver is the landmark reef experience and offers two exceptional Outer Barrier Reef sites, setting the standard for all. The coral gardens and marine life diversity at these sites are amongst the best on the Great Barrier Reef. All products are Advanced accredited.

QUICKSILVER - AGINCOURT RIBBON REEF GREAT ADVENTURES - NORMAN REEF • Quicksilver’s sleek wavepiercing catamarans take visitors to • Cruise to our modern multi-level platform at the spacious activity platforms moored in sheltered lagoons Norman Reef on the spectacular outer reaches of at Agincourt Reef, a ribbon reef, at the outer edge of the the Great Barrier Reef with Great Adventures. Great Barrier Reef. • Snorkel directly off the platform, dive from a • Marine biologist presentations. semi-submerged platform or relax on the sundeck. • Wheelchair accessible water-powered lift available. • Spacious, air-conditioned state-of-the-art • The only place where you can mail a postcard from the reef semi-submersible. with its own unique stamp. • Option to include a two hour Green Island stopover. • Explore our coastline. If you’re travelling from Cairns or Palm Cove • Learn about the wonders of the reef with an eco guide in to Port Douglas, you can see one of the most spectacular scenic the interpretive underwater observatory. coastlines in Australia by luxury coach with commentary. Departs daily from Cairns. Departs daily from Port Douglas. Coach transfers available from Cairns Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, and Northern Beaches.

Northern Beaches and Cairns. Subject to weather or unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to visit other sites.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruises include: • Activities for swimmers and non-swimmers with snorkelling, semi-submersible, underwater observatory and reef education. • Qualified snorkelling safety officers assist and supervise in-water activities. • Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch with seafood, morning and afternoon tea. • Optional activities include introductory and certified , guided snorkelling tours, Oceanwalker helmet diving (Agincourt), Scuba-Doo underwater scooter (Norman Reef) and scenic helicopter flights. Outer Barrier Reef Low Isles

Wavedancer luxury sailing catamaran

Islands > Low Isles & Green Island Perfect for the whole family

Green Island

Explore Green Island

Glass bottom boat coral viewing ISLANDS Two beautiful Great Barrier Reef islands, Green Island and Low Isles, are ideal destinations to enjoy and appreciate this world heritage environment. Both islands also share a common history in being named by Captain in 1770. Visitors have the choice of fast catamaran to Green Island or luxury sailing boat to Low Isles to experience these beautiful tropical islands. All products are Advanced Ecotourism accredited.

LOW ISLES - WAVEDANCER GREEN ISLAND - GREAT ADVENTURES • Sail to an idyllic, unspoilt Great Barrier Reef island on the • A national park, Green Island is home to over 120 native plant 30 metre luxury sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, offering species, colourful bird life, and surrounded by coral gardens and the excitement and romance of big ship sailing under warm, abundant marine life to explore. It’s the only coral cay on the tropical skies. Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest. • Wavedancer moors in the calm, translucent waters of Low Isles’ • Choice of 3 Green Island packages operated by Great Adventures, picturesque lagoon, where a host of reef activities await and with option of lunch inclusions. visitor numbers are limited. • 45 minute fast catamaran ride from Cairns with 3 departure • Discover the mysteries of marine life while snorkelling or times daily. glass bottom boat viewing. • All Green Island packages include a self guided eco walk, access • Qualified snorkelling safety officers assist and supervise to the island swimming pool and tea or coffee prior to departure in-water activities. from Cairns. • Enjoy a guided beach walk with a marine biologist. • Discover the wonders of the reef with an informative glass • Take a guided snorkelling tour with a marine biologist over bottom boat tour, included or optional in all packages. a variety of and see a turtle! • Swim, snorkel or relax on the white coral beaches. • Relax on the beach under a thatched umbrella. • Well appointed day visitor facilities. Enjoy a hot and cold buffet • Swim in the crystal clear waters surrounding the island. lunch or a refreshment by the island swimming pool. • is available as an optional activity. • Large choice of optional activities includes introductory and certified diving, boat snorkel trip, Seawalker helmet diving, • Tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea. parasailing, scenic helicopter flights and Marineland Melanesia Departs daily from Port Douglas. & Crocodile Habitat. Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, Departs daily from Cairns with the choice of three times. Northern Beaches and Cairns. Coach transfers available from Cairns and Northern Beaches. Islands Silversonic

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The Silver Series > Dive & Snorkel Introductory & certified diving

Silverswift

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Exclusive Dive and Snorkel Sites THE SILVER SERIES > DIVE & SNORKEL ADVENTURE Perfect for small groups of adventure-minded people, the Silver Series’ ultra-modern sisterships, Silverswift and Silversonic, are 29 metre luxury catamarans custom designed for the thrill of diving and snorkelling. All reef sites are chosen for visual impact and ecological diversity – and the challenge of discovery!

SILVERSONIC – PORT DOUGLAS SILVERSWIFT - CAIRNS Silversonic lets you explore stunning outer edge reef locations at Silverswift is ready to whisk you away to explore 3 spectacular Agincourt Reef in superb style and comfort. You’ll have access to Outer Barrier Reef sites at Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford 3 different and exclusive sites and over 5 hours to explore the Reefs to dive and snorkel amongst beautiful underwater gardens delights of this underwater world. and vibrantly coloured marine creatures. • The only vessel in Port Douglas with a state-of-the-art ride control • The only vessel in Cairns with a state-of-the-art ride control system ensures a super smooth journey, even when travelling at system, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey at speeds speeds up to 32 knots. of up to 32 knots. • Large hydraulic platform lowers into the water for easy access. • The fastest dive and snorkel trip from Cairns - 60 minutes • Exclusive dive and snorkel sites. to the reef. • Hot freshwater showers, change rooms, air conditioned lounge • Only Cairns dive and snorkel trip to visit 3 sites daily. and licensed bar. • Large hydraulic platform lowers into the water for easy access. Departs daily from Port Douglas. • Hot freshwater showers, change rooms, air conditioned lounge Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, and licensed bar. Northern Beaches and Cairns. Departs daily from Cairns. Coach transfers available from Cairns and Northern Beaches.

The Silver Series cruises include: • 3 reef sites visited daily to enjoy unlimited snorkelling and up to 3 certified and introductory dives. • 5 hours at the reef to enjoy water activities. • Free snorkel tour with a reef guide. • All dive and snorkel equipment provided. • Hot and cold tropical buffet lunch, and morning and afternoon teas.

• Supervision by qualified snorkelling safety officers. The Silver Series > Dive & Snorkel Adventure Learn to dive in the safety of a pool

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Green Island Resort | Helicopter Flights Luxurious Reef Suite

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Ultimately, Quicksilver would like all of its guests to leave our region as ambassadors for reef protection and preservation.