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Monday 7:15am - 6:30pm Tuesday 7:15am - 6:30pm Wednesday 7:15am - 6:30pm Thursday 7:15am - 6:30pm Friday 7:15am - 6:30pm Saturday 7:15am - 6:30pm Sunday 7:15am - 6:30pm

Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours

Name: Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours
Address: Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870, AU
Telephone: +61740521111
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Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom First class service with that friendly Ozzie touch !
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Ocean Free and Ocean Freedom - "Ocean Free sail to Green Island + the Great Barrier Reef" and "Ocean Freedom cruise to Upolu Cay & Outer Edge Upolu Reef" are operated by the "Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours" team ! A choice of a luxury high speed 20M CAT - "Ocean Freedom" to 2 stunning locations - Upolu Cay and "Wonder Wall" on the outer edge of Upolu Reef or a beautiful 16M saili

ng vessel "Ocean Free" to the famous Green Island + Reef . Two extremely personal tours carrying low passenger numbers offering more of a day out with "family and friends" than a "commercial tour". Ocean Free Sailing to Green Island + The Great Barrier Reef
www.oceanfree.com.au

Ocean Freedom Cruising to Upolu Cay Reef and Outer Edge Upolu Reef
www.oceanfreedom.com.au

13/06/2026

Boarding passes in hand… reef adventure loading 🐠☀️

There’s just something exciting about the start of the morning, coffee in hand, blue skies above, and knowing the Great Barrier Reef is waiting for you 💙

Next stop: Ocean Freedom 🐢✨

Master Reef Guides Australia Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Queensland Tropical North Queensland 🐠

09/06/2026

Weekly Wonders of Ocean Free + Ocean Freedom 🪸

This week we feature the Moray Eel (Gymnothorax Javanicus). Looking a little intimidating with that toothy grin, the giant moray eel is actually one of the reef’s misunderstood residents 👀 Found tucked into coral crevices and bommies across the Great Barrier Reef, these eels spend much of their day peeking out from their hiding spots waiting for a meal to swim by.

And no,they’re not constantly angry 😅 That open mouth look is actually how moray eels breathe, pumping water over their gills while staying hidden in their reef home.

Big, mysterious, and a little misunderstood… the giant moray is proof the reef is full of weird and wonderful characters 💙

06/06/2026

Why are we so passionate about our beautiful Cairns & Great Barrier Reef region?

Well, our Tropical North Queensland winters are a pretty good place to start! Think clear waters, warm sunshine, refreshing sea breezes, and the chance to sail straight out to paradise⛵️💙

If your idea of winter involves swapping jackets for snorkels, it might be time to step aboard Ocean Free and set sail for the stunning Green Island. From snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef to leisurely island strolls and that unbeatable feeling of wind in the sails, it’s a winter escape unlike any other.

And when the day is done? Take a short stroll along the waterfront, find a sea-view bar, and enjoy an ice-cold drink while watching the colours of a Cairns sunset light up the sky.🍹🌅

Winter adventures really don’t get much better than this.

Who’s ready for their next tropical winter escape? 👀☀️

03/06/2026

Weekly Wonders of Ocean Free + Ocean Freedom 🪸

This week we feature the Razor Fish (Aeoliscus strigatus). Masters of disguise and movement, the razorfish is one of the reef’s more unusual little characters. Found hovering head-down among seagrass, sea urchin spines, and coral, these fish use their razor-thin bodies to stay hidden from predators 👀

But the coolest part? They don’t swim like most fish… instead, they glide in synchronised groups while staying upright (or technically upside down), making them one of the reef’s quirkiest movers.

Tiny, weird, and seriously cool, these guys are proof that on the Great Barrier Reef, it’s worth looking closely 🔍💙

👉 Swipe to watch how they swim!
📷 By Master Reef Guide - Ocean Freedom Matt

01/06/2026

Happy World Reef Day! 🪸🐠

Today is a day to celebrate and raise awareness for the coral reefs that support marine life, protect coastlines, and play a vital role in our planet’s health.

The Great Barrier Reef is more than just a beautiful place to visit… it’s something worth appreciating, understanding, and protecting 💙🌊

30/05/2026

Ready for another day of reef chats, bad jokes, salty hair and showing off our favourite office 😎🌊

Ryan, Reece & Storm all smiles and reef-ready 💙

26/05/2026

Weekly Wonders of Ocean Free + Ocean Freedom 🪸

This week we feature the Threadfin Butterfly Fish (chaetodon auriga). Gliding over the reef, the threadfin butterflyfish is a familiar sight with its yellow back, fine diagonal lines, and that subtle trailing “thread” from the dorsal fin. It’s one of those fish you might see often, but there’s more going on than you’d think.

These butterflyfish spend their time picking at the reef, feeding on small invertebrates and coral polyps. You’ll often find them cruising slowly along coral edges or sandy patches, sometimes alone, sometimes in pairs.

That dark spot near the back isn’t just for looks either, it can help confuse predators by drawing attention away from the head. Small details like that show how well adapted these reef residents are to their environment.

✨ Keep an eye out for our next Weekly Wonders, and come spot these reef regulars for yourself on your next visit!

📷 By Master Reef Guide - Ocean Freedom Matt

23/05/2026

🐢 Today we’re celebrating World Turtle Day 🐢

A day dedicated to raising awareness for one of the ocean’s most loved (and oldest!) animals, and why protecting them matters. Sea turtles have been swimming our oceans for over 100 million years, helping keep marine ecosystems healthy, from maintaining seagrass meadows to supporting balanced reef environments.

Here on the Great Barrier Reef, we’re lucky enough to share the water with these incredible animals almost every day, and every encounter feels just as special as the last ✨

World Turtle Day is all about celebrating these ocean icons, learning more about them, and helping protect the habitats they call home so future generations can experience the magic too 🌊

🎥 By Master Reef Guide - Ocean Freedom Matt

19/05/2026

Weekly Wonders of Ocean Free + Ocean Freedom 🪸

This week we feature the Spotted Sweetlip (Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides). One of the reef’s most interesting shape-shifters, as adults, they’re easy to recognise with their spotted bodies and calm, cruising behaviour around coral reefs and lagoons.

But it’s their younger stage that really stands out. Juvenile sweetlips look completely different, with bold patterns and a quirky swimming style, often seen wiggling their bodies as they move. This behaviour is thought to help them avoid predators by mimicking less appealing or even toxic species.

As they grow, they settle into a more relaxed lifestyle, often found in small groups near coral heads or over sandy patches. They feed on small invertebrates and play a part in keeping the reef ecosystem balanced.

Spotting both a juvenile and an adult on the same reef is a great reminder of how much life here changes over time and how every stage has its own role to play.

✨ Keep an eye out for our next Weekly Wonders, and come see these unique reef residents for yourself!

📷 By Master Reef Guide - Ocean Freedom Matt

16/05/2026

Threading the needle through the reef… 🌊⛵️
Slip into the water and let the ocean do all the work.

Our Adventure Drift Snorkel is all about switching off, no kicking, no rushing, just floating effortlessly as the reef glides beneath you 🐠✨

Weather dependent, but when the conditions line up… this is as good as it gets.

Address

Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Thursday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Friday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Saturday	7:15am - 6:30pm
Sunday	7:15am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+61740521111

Website

http://www.oceanfree.com.au/, http://www.oceanfreedom.com.au/, https://www.oceanfree.com.au/booking.html, https://www.oc

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