Description
The Rum Runner 2-day, 1-night dive tour from Cairns is a motor sailing schooner measuring 66 feet. The boat was built in 1984 and has a remarkably durable fibreglass hull. Rum Runner can seat up to 16 passengers in twin and four-share cabins. The berths in each cabin are set up single bunk style, as is typical for anyone familiar with sailboats, so the cabins are not particularly spacious or private.
Departing selected Monday’s and Thursday’s (weather dependent), we arrive at the outer reefs (Thetford, Briggs, or Moore Reefs) for up to 3 different snorkeling and diving sites. We love these reefs the best due to their amazing coral coverage and fish life. Visibility ranges from 10m to over 20 m, depending on the weather and tides, with maximum depths from 1m to 24m.
Departures
- Check in Marlin Marina 7 am Cairns
- Please note that there is a mandatory government reef levy to be paid onboard on the day of your trip. THERE IS A $40 REEF LEVY (PER PERSON) PAYABLE ONBOARD ($20 per person per day.)
- And dive equipment hire $120 pay onboard
- Total tour cost of tour $600
Day 1
Rum Runner passengers should arrive at the company office (Rum Runner, Marlin Marina, E-finger, Berth 3) by 7 a.m. for a 7.30 a.m. departure.
Arrive at Thetford Reef at 11 a.m. 4 dives and snorkelling trips
The dive instructor will go over general dive safety and the first dive spot with everyone. Diving will be suited to specific skill levels. If somebody is feeling rusty, one of the crew members will accompany them. On their first dive, if they so desire. If needed, guided dives can be arranged.
It’s time for some of the world’s best diving and snorkelling; sites include The Labyrinth, the Lagoon, Hurricane Bay, and Coral Gardens, from shallow coral gardens to lonely pinnacles to tunnels, swim-throughs, and stunning cliffs.
Dinner is served while you watch the sun set behind Cairns over the mountains.
During the evening, guests can unwind, enjoy a few social beverages, and get to know one another as the qualified divers prepare for the night dive. Evenings are low-key affairs, with simply a few drinks and a talk on deck while at anchor in the calm water of the company’s secured night moorings. The stars over the Great Barrier Reef are an amazing sight in clear weather.
Day 2
On the second day, two dives and snorkeling sessions are on offer. Firstly, an invigorating morning dive and snorkel, before a hearty breakfast, sees the start of a day of diving and exploring. The last dive includes swim-through’s and caverns, then a quick lunch break before heading off before noon. Now, before departing the reef for a sail to the tropical city of Cairns,. Finish the trip with a couple of drinks, going over the photos and videos with your fellow divers and snorkelers.
The Rum Runner 2-day dive tour from Cairns is amazing value, and you do get your money’s worth on this trip.
Extras
- Bar Purchases – Bottled water, Coke, etc.
- Extra: $120 for BCD, Regulator with computer, wetsuit, plus any other snorkel gear as required.
Why choose Rum Runner?
- Small group tours with only a maximum of 16 divers and snorkelers per trip (private charter available for 1–16 guests)
- Depart and return on the same vessel with the same group, so by the end, you will be a friend, not just a number
- Fabulous meals were prepared fresh onboard. Vegetarians are always catered to. Vessel are restocked each trip
- We have been in operation since 2005 and have worked in the local area for over 20 years
- High standards of safety by WorkSafe Qld. (100% safety record)
- PADI scuba diving courses range from Introductory Diving and Open Water Certification through to Advanced Diver Courses
Important info before travel
- Hat
- Drink bottle
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Warm clothes
- Camera
- Smile
- Small bag as only overnight
Rum Runner will accommodate up to 16 guests in multi-share twin single bunk areas, semi-private twin single bunk cabins, and a 4-share single bunk cabin. She is the equivalent of a multi-share hostel, just on water.
As is typical with sailboats, the cabins are not spacious or very private; they are for resting and sleeping. The common areas include an open saloon area and galley inside, as well as both covered and open outside deck areas.
We have USB, 12V DC, and 240V AC for charging cameras and phones, and a separate male and female toilet and shower cabinet with hot water.
She is by no means a luxury yacht. She is a practical working dive boat. Those seeking pure sailing, privacy, and luxury must consider elsewhere. Rum Runner is a great opportunity to meet other divers and guests from around Australia and the world and have fun with the crew doing it.
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changes that may occur due to unforeseen circumstances.
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paid for the period of hire.
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• Any cancellation of travel date outside of any tour companies terms and conditions
conditions will incur a 20% admin fee from Cheap Az Travel.
• If you decide to change your travel date, there may be a price increase
due to seasonal tour rates and tour company terms and conditions.
• If you purchase open-dated tickets through Cheap Az Travel, they are
valid for 12 months. If you wish to cancel open-dated tickets that are not
booked in for tour dates, a 20% cancellation fee will incur.
• A 20% cancellation fee will be charged for any Greyhound or Premier motor
service bus pass purchased through Cheap Az Travel. But once you
If you have travelled on any sector on your pass, it is deemed 100% non
refundable; this includs sectors booked in that you have not travelled on
but did not cancel with the service provider.
• If any tour is cancelled due to weather conditions, the service providers
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incur a maximum 2% credit card fee; however, we do offer bank transfer
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you wish to cancel. Please ensure you contact Cheap Az Travel as soon as you are
aware you are wanting to cancel, to minimise any cancellation fees incurred from the
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CANCELLATIONS and REFUNDS
Besides Each company having its own terms and conditions, Cheap Az
Travel has the following terms and conditions:
• Any cancellation of travel date outside of any tour companies terms and conditions
conditions will incur a 20% admin fee from Cheap Az Travel.
• If you decide to change your travel date, there may be a price increase due to
to seasonal tour rates and tour company terms and conditions.
• If you purchase open-dated tickets through Cheap Az Travel, they are valid for
12 months. If you wish to cancel open-dated tickets that are not booked in for
On tour dates, a 20% cancellation fee will be charged.
• A 20% cancellation fee will be charged for any Greyhound or Premier motor service
bus pass purchased through Cheap Az Travel. But once you have traveled,
On any sector of your pass, it is 100% non-refundable.
• If any tour is cancelled due to weather conditions, your tour companies terms
Conditions will apply.
• Purchasing any travels through Cheap Az Travel via credit card will result in a
maximum 2% credit card fee; however, we do offer bank transfer at 0%
charge.
Examples where a Cancellation Fee will apply are where a tour is able to run, but
You, as the customer, cancel: (these include, but are not limited to):
• You are unwell and unable to make your tour or feel too unwell to enjoy the
tour.
• Change of mind; therefore, you decide not to proceed with the travel booked.
• You need to fly home for any reason.
• You are unable to reach a tour departure due to “Act of God,” such as but not
limited to: buses unable to get through due to flooding; buses breaking down
• Oversleeping, therefore missing the tour departure or bus.
• You have misread the date, time or location of the start of tour, bus or
accommodation.
Where cancellations are viewed as out of your control, we recommend you contact
your travel insurance provider.
Cheap Az Travel always recommends you take out the appropriate travel insurance
for your needs.
In the instance of a tour or travel service being cancelled by the Service Provider,
Cheap Az Travel will work with you to either rebook or refund you the amount you
are due less than any supplier charges. This refund is subject to Cheap Az Travel being
fully refunded the amount from the Service Provider who is cancelling the tour or
travel service.
Different cancellation policies are applied by each service provider. Cheap Az Travel
is bound by these cancellation policies. Please familiarise yourself with these
cancellation policies at the time of purchase. Cheap Az Travel will assist in directing
you to these if requested by you.
If a tour does depart but you are not able to get to the tour due to weather or other
circumstances, the tour company may not refund you. This is why we recommend
getting travel insurance before traveling.
Refunds:
Refunds will be placed back onto the same valid Visa or Mastercard that was used to
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you.
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the money from paying for your booking.
Cheap Az Travel does not hold any Credit card or bank account details so will require
to provide them to you for the refund.
Even if you advise us by phone of your request for a refund, Cheap Az Travel will
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