Spirit Of Freedom

31/05/2026

The Ribbon Reefs remain one of the world’s best examples of high latitude reef systems shaped by oceanic processes. With sustained coral growth, abundant juvenile life and standing stocks of large marine species, Spirit of Freedom’s itineraries deliver some of the most comprehensive Great Barrier Reef experiences available.

👉 Book your leading liveaboard experience at spiritoffreedom.com.au

29/05/2026

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24/05/2026

Diving at Osprey Reef places you on an isolated oceanic reef system shaped by depth, current and exposure. Expect vertical drop offs, soft coral walls and sustained marine life activity that reflects the health of this remote environment. Spirit of Freedom’s experienced crew and refined operation ensure safe and comfortable access to this exceptional region.

👉 Experience Coral Sea diving at spiritoffreedom.com.au

22/05/2026

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19/05/2026

Trip Report 7th-10th May 2026 ⚓

This 3-day Cod Hole trip aboard Spirit of Freedom delivered relaxed Ribbon Reef diving despite strong wind warnings throughout the voyage. Protected conditions along the Ribbon Reefs meant guests enjoyed little current, good visibility and comfortable diving across all sites.

Highlights included green sea turtles, cuttlefish, Maori wrasse, grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks and nudibranchs at sites including Google Gardens, Coral Princess Bommie and Challenger Bay. At Cod Hole, divers encountered resident potato cod alongside Kuhls stingrays and moray eels.

The trip also featured some memorable personal moments, with Angie and Bryan celebrating their recent engagement and Jasper proposing to Jolien onboard, with a very happy yes. Bryan and Thomas completed their Nitrox certifications, while Francesca completed her Advanced Open Water course, rounding out a fun and memorable few days aboard Spirit of Freedom.

18/05/2026

A scientific and conservation expedition has set sail from Cairns for Australia’s largest and most remote marine park - the Coral Sea Marine Park 🌊 🐠

Over the next 2 weeks, a team of park managers, scientists and ecological specialists will travel more than 1,200 nautical miles across the Coral Sea Marine Park on board Spirit Of Freedom, visiting remote reefs, islands and cays. 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬

Together, they will gather critical data to better understand the health of the marine park’s reefs and islands and the species that call it home, and carry out important on-ground conservation work.

Stay tuned and follow our socials as we share updates and findings from the voyage.

Learn more about the voyage and its aims via: https://australianmarineparks.gov.au/news/expedition-voyage-underway-coral-sea-marine-park/

A scientific and conservation expedition has set sail from Cairns for Australia’s largest and most remote marine park – the Coral Sea Marine Park 🌊 🐠

Over the next 2 weeks, a team of park managers, scientists and ecological specialists will travel more than 1,200 nautical miles across the Coral Sea Marine Park, visiting remote reefs, islands and cays. 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬

Together, they will gather critical data to better understand the health of the marine park’s reefs and islands and the species that call it home, and carry out important on-ground conservation work.

Stay tuned and follow our socials as we share updates and findings from the voyage.

Learn more about the voyage and its aims via our website (link in comments).

JCU: James Cook University, Australia, Queensland National Parks, Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

17/05/2026

7-Night Far North Special Expeditions: 12–19 Nov 2026 | 19–26 Nov 2026:

The Far Northern Great Barrier Reef, including the Ribbon Reefs, Tijou Reef, Raine Island and the Great Detached Reef, remains one of the most remote and biologically rich diving regions on Earth. With rare access to pristine reef systems, abundant pelagic life and untouched coral environments, Spirit of Freedom’s 7-Night Far North Expeditions deliver one of the most exclusive liveaboard experiences available.

November 7-Night Special Expeditions: 12–19 Nov 2026 | 19–26 Nov 2026 👉 Check out our special expeditions at https://www.spiritoffreedom.com.au/special-expeditions/

15/05/2026

Standby Alert! Save 35% on a 5 Day / 4 Night Osprey Reef & Coral Sea liveaboard trip departing 31 May.

Cabins start from $2,120 per person, inclusive of $40 fuel surcharge. | Up to 15 dives including a night dive. | Departing 31 May, returning 4 June 2026.

Dive the legendary walls of Osprey Reef in the remote Coral Sea, renowned for crystal clear visibility, dramatic drop offs, vibrant soft corals and unforgettable pelagic encounters. Explore iconic sites including North Horn, famous for shark action and schooling reef fish, alongside the stunning coral gardens of the Ribbon Reefs.

This is your chance to experience one of Australia’s premier liveaboard dive adventures at an exceptional standby rate. Book now to secure your discount before it’s gone.

Book via our website at: https://bit.ly/4fnB0A1

Or contact our reservations team by calling +61 7 4047 9150 or emailing [email protected]

15/05/2026

Trip Report 30th April - 7th May 2026 ⚓

This week aboard Spirit of Freedom delivered a full Ribbon Reefs and Coral Sea itinerary, with strong south-easterly winds throughout but rewarding diving and excellent marine life encounters across the trip. Diving began at Norman Reef, where guests encountered green sea turtles and blacktip reef sharks before moving north into the Ribbon Reefs. Sites including Pixie Pinnacle, Google Gardens and Challenger Bay produced barracuda, giant trevally, leopard sharks, Queensland groupers, grey reef sharks and bluespotted stingrays.

At Ribbon Reef 10, divers enjoyed devil rays and green sea turtles at Two Towers, while the famous Cod Hole delivered potato cod, a wobbegong shark and moray eels. Mid-trip dives at Coral Princess and Monolith continued the strong marine life sightings, including grey reef sharks and giant trevally.

Despite rougher sea conditions, the vessel successfully spent two days at Osprey Reef, where hammerhead sharks, silvertip sharks, grey reef sharks and schooling barracuda were seen across False Entrance, North Horn and Blue Marlin Wall.

The trip concluded at Ribbon Reef 3 with stonefish, wobbegong sharks and cuttlefish at Steve’s Bommie. Erwin Portillo also completed his Advanced Open Water certification during the voyage. With great shark action, vibrant reef life and a fun, diverse group onboard, it was a memorable week aboard Spirit of Freedom.

14/05/2026

Bucket list: Dive with sharks on the Great Barrier Reef 💫💙 📸:
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