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The real cost of diving in Great Barrier Reef

Australia · OceaniaPremiumBest months: Jun-Oct1 verified price

The world's largest reef system off Cairns — day boats and liveaboards reach outer-reef sites teeming with turtles, reef sharks and giant clams; in winter dwarf minke whales pass through.

Dive centers in Great Barrier Reef

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Fun Diving

Single dives for certified divers
  • Divers Den
    Single Fun Dive
    ≈ €216
    All-in
    • Gear
    • Boat
    • Guide
    Verified Jun 2026Best value

Prices last verified against each operator's official website.

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Most divers do several dives. Set how many to see a rough total — packages usually cost less per dive.

6 dives
≈ €1,296
Based on the lowest single fun dive here

Single-dive rate × your dives. Many centres discount multi-dive packs, so you’ll often pay less.

Dive centres in Great Barrier Reef

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