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T H E Q U I C K S I L V E R G R O U P O F C O M P A N I E S • Q U I C K R E F E R E N C E G U I D E

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Pebbly Beach Oak Beach

Turtle Cove

Ellis Beach

Clifton Beach Kewarra Beach

Trinity Beach Yorkeys Knob

Holloways Beach

Bloomfield

Cape Tribulation

Daintree Daintree

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Newell Beach

Cairns International

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Port Douglas

Wangetti Beach

Coral Sea

Cape Kimberley

Four Mile Beach

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Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

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Arlington Reef

Low Isles

Snapper Island

Double Island

Rudder Reef Opal Reef

Undine Reef

Mackay Reef

Upolo Cay Middle Cay

Tongue Reef

St Crispin Reef

Green Island

Michaelmas Cay

Batt Reef

Norman Reef

Hastings Reef

Saxon Reef

Escape Reef

Endeavour Reef

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OUTER BARRIER REEF ACTIVITY PLATFORMS Quicksilver & Great Adventures

Australia’s multi-award winning reef cruise operations provide the ultimate way to see

the reef in absolute comfort.

Who for? From non-swimmers and snorkellers, to introductory and experienced divers

seeking the widest choice of reef experiences.

ISLANDS Low Isles & Green Island

Low Isles: Quicksilver’s luxury sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, offers the fun and romance

of island sailing to Low Isles.

Who for? Couples or families looking for island relaxation with snorkelling from the beach.

Green Island: Fast catamaran cruise with Great Adventures to Green Island for a unique reef

and rainforest experience on the Great Barrier Reef.

Who for? Visitors wanting a choice of adventurous activities or relaxation.

DAY DIVE & SNORKEL ADVENTURE Silversonic & Silverswift

Designed for adventure, offering the chance to experience the thrill of diving and snorkelling.

Who for? From experienced to beginner divers, snorkellers also welcome.

DIVE LIVEABOARD & LEARN TO DIVE Pro Dive Cairns

For the ultimate reef adventure, join the premier liveaboard dive trip operator, Pro Dive Cairns.

Learn to dive and continuing dive education in our purpose built facility.

LEARN TO DIVE & ADVANCED TRAINING Quicksilver Dive

Learning to dive with Quicksilver Diving Services adds a different dimension to your life experience.

LUXURY RESORT Green Island Resort

Romance, indulgence and luxury accommodation. Green Island Resort is 5 Star luxury

on the Great Barrier Reef.

HELICOPTER Scenic Helicopter Flights

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

33.4 km

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33.4 km 26 km

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Mossman

Yule Point

Mossman Gorge

Pebbly Beach Oak Beach

Turtle Cove

Ellis Beach

Clifton Beach Kewarra Beach

Trinity Beach Yorkeys Knob

Holloways Beach

Bloomfield

Cape Tribulation

Daintree Daintree

River

Bloomfield River

Newell Beach

Cairns International

Airport

Port Douglas

Wangetti Beach

Coral Sea

Cape Kimberley

Four Mile Beach

Cairns

Palm Cove

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

Scenic Coach Drive

Map reproduced to scale.

0 km

10 20 30 40

Your Quicksilver cruise takes you into Australia’s

Arlington Reef

Low Isles

Snapper Island

Double Island

Rudder Reef Opal Reef

Undine Reef

Mackay Reef

Upolo Cay Middle Cay

Tongue Reef

St Crispin Reef

Green Island

Michaelmas Cay

Batt Reef

Norman Reef

Hastings Reef

Saxon Reef

Escape Reef

Endeavour Reef

Agincourt ribbon reefs

Moore Reef

Sudbury Reef

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OUTER BARRIER REEF ACTIVITY PLATFORMS Quicksilver & Great Adventures

Australia’s multi-award winning reef cruise operations provide the ultimate way to see

the reef in absolute comfort.

Who for? From non-swimmers and snorkellers, to introductory and experienced divers

seeking the widest choice of reef experiences.

ISLANDS Low Isles & Green Island

Low Isles: Quicksilver’s luxury sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, offers the fun and romance

of island sailing to Low Isles.

Who for? Couples or families looking for island relaxation with snorkelling from the beach.

Green Island: Fast catamaran cruise with Great Adventures to Green Island for a unique reef

and rainforest experience on the Great Barrier Reef.

Who for? Visitors wanting a choice of adventurous activities or relaxation.

DAY DIVE & SNORKEL ADVENTURE Silversonic & Silverswift

Designed for adventure, offering the chance to experience the thrill of diving and snorkelling.

Who for? From experienced to beginner divers, snorkellers also welcome.

DIVE LIVEABOARD & LEARN TO DIVE Pro Dive Cairns

For the ultimate reef adventure, join the premier liveaboard dive trip operator, Pro Dive Cairns.

Learn to dive and continuing dive education in our purpose built facility.

LEARN TO DIVE & ADVANCED TRAINING Quicksilver Dive

Learning to dive with Quicksilver Diving Services adds a different dimension to your life experience.

LUXURY RESORT Green Island Resort

Romance, indulgence and luxury accommodation. Green Island Resort is 5 Star luxury

on the Great Barrier Reef.

HELICOPTER Scenic Helicopter Flights

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

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Why the Quicksilver Group? • Thebest!Australia’smostawardeddaycruisereefoperator!

• ThemostexpansiverangeofGreatBarrierReefexperiencesandactivities - including Reef and Island destinations.

• Thebestsites!WithamultitudeofsitesontheGreatBarrierReef, many exclusive, we offer the very best of the reef.

• Clear,outerreefwatereveryday!Quicksilverwasthefirstcompany tovisittheouterreefdailysowechosetheverybestlocation! We offer the only reef activity platforms on the Outer Barrier Reef; on the magnificent Agincourt Ribbon Reefs at the very edge of the Great Barrier Reef and at Norman Reef.

• Choosehowyouseethereef.Idealforeveryone,whetheryou want to get wet and swim with the fish – or stay dry and get a diver’s viewfromoursemi-submersibles!TheQuicksilverGrouphasanexperience suited to you.

• Relaxincomfort.Whetheryouchooseafastcatamarancruiseaboardourflagship wavepiercing catamarans, luxury sailing adventure, or liveaboard reef experience, our fleet of modern purpose-built vessels are designed for comfort, excitement and smooth sailing.

• Helpprotectthereef.ByvisitingthisWorldHeritagelistedMarinePark and seeing first hand why this incredible ecosystem needs to be protected, we hope you become ambassadors for the long term preservation of the reef.

• Discoverandlearn.Ourfriendlyanddedicatedcrewwouldliketosharetheirloveandknowledgeofthereefwithyou!

Enjoy your day in your own way and your own time.

Enjoy spacious outer reef platforms.

Discover the reef with a Marine Biologist.

Swift, smooth Wavepiercer

Clear, outer reef water every day.

Outer Barrier Reef

View coral from a semi-submersible

Underwater observatory

Scuba Doo underwater scooter

Sumptuous hot and cold tropical buffet lunch

Quicksilver

Great Adventures

QUICKSILVER - AGINCOURT RIBBON REEF • Quicksilver’ssleekwavepiercingcatamaranstakevisitorsto

the spacious activity platforms moored in sheltered lagoons at Agincourt Reef, a ribbon reef, at the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef.

• Marinebiologistpresentations.

• Wheelchairaccessiblewater-poweredliftavailable.

• Theonlyplacewhereyoucanmailapostcardfromthereef with its own unique stamp.

• Exploreourcoastline.Ifyou’retravellingfromCairnsorPalmCoveto Port Douglas, you can see one of the most spectacular scenic coastlines in Australia by luxury coach with commentary.

Departs daily from Port Douglas. Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, Northern Beaches and Cairns.

OUTER BARRIER REEFQuicksilver 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 Ecotourism accredited.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruises include:• Activitiesforswimmersandnon-swimmerswithsnorkelling,semi-submersible,underwaterobservatoryandreefeducation.

• Qualifiedsnorkellingsafetyofficersassistandsupervisein-wateractivities.

• Hotandcoldtropicalbuffetlunchwithseafood,morningandafternoontea.

• Optionalactivitiesincludeintroductoryandcertifiedscubadiving,guidedsnorkellingtours,Oceanwalkerhelmetdiving(Agincourt),Scuba-Doounderwaterscooter(NormanReef)andscenichelicopterflights.

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GREAT ADVENTURES - NORMAN REEF • Cruisetoourmodernmulti-levelplatformat

Norman Reef on the spectacular outer reaches of the Great Barrier Reef with Great Adventures.

• Snorkeldirectlyofftheplatform,divefroma semi-submerged platform or relax on the sundeck.

• Spacious,air-conditionedstate-of-the-art semi-submersible.

• OptiontoincludeatwohourGreenIslandstopover.

• Learnaboutthewondersofthereefwithanecoguideinthe interpretive underwater observatory.

Departs daily from Cairns. Coach transfers available from Cairns and Northern Beaches.

Subject to weather or unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to visit other sites.

Islands > Low Isles & Green Island

Wavedancer luxury sailing catamaran

Explore Green Island

Glass bottom boat coral viewing

Perfect for the whole family

Low Isles

Green Island

ISLANDSTwo 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 James Cook 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.

GREEN ISLAND - GREAT ADVENTURES• Anationalpark,GreenIslandishometoover120nativeplant

species, colourful bird life, and surrounded by coral gardens and abundant marine life to explore. It’s the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest.

• Choiceof3GreenIslandpackagesoperatedbyGreatAdventures,with option of lunch inclusions.

• 45minutefastcatamaranridefromCairnswith3departuretimes daily.

• AllGreenIslandpackagesincludeaselfguidedecowalk,accessto the island swimming pool and tea or coffee prior to departure from Cairns.

• Discoverthewondersofthereefwithaninformativeglassbottom boat tour, included or optional in all packages.

• Swim,snorkelorrelaxonthewhitecoralsandbeaches.

• Wellappointeddayvisitorfacilities.Enjoyahotandcoldbuffetlunch or a refreshment by the island swimming pool.

• Largechoiceofoptionalactivitiesincludesintroductoryandcertified diving, boat snorkel trip, Seawalker helmet diving, parasailing, scenic helicopter flights and Marineland Melanesia Aquarium & Crocodile Habitat.

Departs daily from Cairns with the choice of three times. Coach transfers available from Cairns and Northern Beaches.

LOW ISLES - WAVEDANCER• Sailtoanidyllic,unspoiltGreatBarrierReefislandonthe

30metreluxurysailingcatamaran,Wavedancer,offering the excitement and romance of big ship sailing under warm, tropical skies.

• Wavedancermoorsinthecalm,translucentwatersofLowIsles’picturesque lagoon, where a host of reef activities await and visitor numbers are limited.

• Discoverthemysteriesofmarinelifewhilesnorkellingor glass bottom boat viewing.

• Qualifiedsnorkellingsafetyofficersassistandsupervise in-water activities.

• Enjoyaguidedbeachwalkwithamarinebiologist.

• Takeaguidedsnorkellingtourwithamarinebiologistover avarietyofcoralsandseeaturtle!

• Relaxonthebeachunderathatchedumbrella.

• Swiminthecrystalclearwaterssurroundingtheisland.

• Introductorydivingisavailableasanoptionalactivity.

• Tropicalbuffetlunch,morningandafternoontea.

Departs daily from Port Douglas. Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, Northern Beaches and Cairns.

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The Silver Series > Dive & Snorkel

Easy access to the water

Sumptuous hot and cold tropicl buffet lunch

Exclusive Dive and Snorkel Sites

Introductory & certified diving

Silversonic

Silverswift

THE SILVER SERIES > DIVE & SNORKEL ADVENTUREPerfect 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!

SILVERSWIFT - CAIRNSSilverswiftisreadytowhiskyouawaytoexplore3spectacularOuter Barrier Reef sites at Flynn, Pellowe, Milln and/or Thetford Reefs to dive and snorkel amongst beautiful underwater gardens and vibrantly coloured marine creatures.

•TheonlyvesselinCairnswithastate-of-the-artridecontrolsystem, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey at speeds ofupto32knots.

•ThefastestdiveandsnorkeltripfromCairns-60minutes to the reef.

•OnlyCairnsdiveandsnorkeltriptovisit3sitesdaily.

•Largehydraulicplatformlowersintothewaterforeasyaccess.

•Hotfreshwatershowers,changerooms,airconditionedloungeand licensed bar.

Departs daily from Cairns. Coach transfers available from Cairns and Northern Beaches.

SILVERSONIC – PORT DOUGLASSilversonic lets you explore stunning outer edge reef locations at Agincourt Reef in superb style and comfort. You’ll have access to 3differentandexclusivesitesandover5hourstoexplorethe delights of this underwater world.

•TheonlyvesselinPortDouglaswithastate-of-the-artridecontrolsystem ensures a super smooth journey, even when travelling at speedsupto32knots.

•Largehydraulicplatformlowersintothewaterforeasyaccess.

•Exclusivediveandsnorkelsites.

•Hotfreshwatershowers,changerooms,airconditionedlounge and licensed bar.

Departs daily from Port Douglas.

Coach transfers available from Port Douglas, Northern Beaches and Cairns.

The Silver Series cruises include:• 3reefsitesvisiteddailytoenjoyunlimitedsnorkellingandupto3certifiedandintroductorydives. •5hoursatthereeftoenjoywateractivities. •Freesnorkeltourwithareefguide. •Alldiveandsnorkelequipmentprovided. •Hotandcoldtropicalbuffetlunch,andmorningandafternoonteas. •Supervisionbyqualifiedsnorkellingsafetyofficers. Th

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LIVEABOARD DIVE ADVENTURES

Pro Dive Cairns and Quicksilver Dive offer a complete range of internationally recognised PADI courses, enabling you to dive anywhere in the world. Open water training dives are conducted on the Great Barrier Reef - a truly spectacular and unique place to learn!

PRO DIVE CAIRNS5 Day PADI “Open Water” Learn to Dive Course• ProDiveCairns’popular5DayPADIdivecourseofferstheadventure

ofstayingoutonthereeffor3daysand2nights.

• 2dayspoolandtheoryfollowedby3excitingdaysonthereefon oneofProDive’sliveaboarddiveboats.(referto3day/2nighttrip forinclusions).

• Purposebuiltdivertrainingcentrefeaturingaheated4metredeep pool for year round diving comfort.

• EnglishcoursesstarteverydayexceptSunday,GermancoursesstartTuesday and Friday, Japanese courses start Monday and Thursday.

QUICKSILVER DIVESpecialists in personal Learn to Dive and Advanced Diver Training•PersonalisedlearntodivecoursesareavailableonrequestatourPADI5

startrainingfacility.(Subjecttoavailability-minimum2pax).

•DivemasterInstructortrainingcoursesontheGreatBarrierReefincludefree PADI Instructor tuition costs and three month paid contracts.

•InstructortrainingopentoPADIDivemasters/SSIDiveControllersorequivalentwithfourprogramsperyear(Mar,Jun,SeptandDec).

•PADIEFR&specialtyinstructorcoursesavailable. AdivemedicalinaccordancewithAustralianStandardAS4005.1isrequiredbylawtolearntodive in Queensland. Some medical conditions, age and swimming ability may prevent you from diving.

PRO DIVE CAIRNS 3 Day / 2 Night Liveaboard Dive Adventures

Pro Dive Cairns is the premier liveaboard outer reef dive trip operator. Experience the reef with a unique adventure to remember – a 3 day/2 night liveaboard trip.

• 3premiermulti-milliondollar,purposebuiltliveaboarddiveboatsfeaturing fully air-conditioned double or twin share accommodation.

• Maximum32passengersonboard.

• Upto11certifieddives–including9dayand2nightdives.

• 16exclusivereefsites-someofthemostspectaculardive locations on the reef, ensure the very best diving.

• Alldiveandsnorkellingequipment,includingapersonal underwater dive computer.

• Accommodationtransfers(CairnsandNorthernBeaches)

• Guidedorientationdiveandnightdives.

• Allmealsincludedandbedlinen.

• OptionalextrasincludePADIAdvancedandSpecialtyCourses, and introductory dives.

• Liveaboardtripsdeparteveryday,exceptTuesday.

Liveaboard Passengers: Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers. Some medical conditions may prevent you from diving.

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Green Island Resort | Helicopter Flights

Specialty beach dining at sunset

Exclusive options available

Fly over rainforest on the way to the reef.

Luxurious Reef Suite

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HELICOPTERSScenic Helicopter Flights

Experience nature’s finest from an entirely new perspective. A 10 minute spectacular scenic helicopter flight showcases the breathtaking beauty and awesome size of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

• Fly150metresabovethespectacularGreatBarrierReef.

• Withinformativecommentary,experiencedpilotsflyvisitors

over opal blue reef lagoons, vast coral formations and

fantastic patterns at the reef’s outer edge, often spotting

turtles, rays and large schools of fish.

• Speaktothepilotthroughaninflightheadset.

• Bringacameratocaptureyourbird’seyeviewofthis

Great Barrier Reef perspective not to be missed.

• Fullsafetybriefingpriortoflight.

• Fly/cruise,orcruise/flyoptionsareavailablefromCairns,

Port Douglas and Green Island to and from any of our

Great Barrier Reef activity platforms.

• DesignerDayPackagesareavailableincludingreef,

rainforest and outback.

GREEN ISLAND RESORTLuxury on the Great Barrier Reef

Nestled amongst the rainforest and secluded from the day visitor facilities, Green Island Resort offers a unique blend of luxurious accommodation and unparalleled access to the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, lush rainforest, and a spectacular array of bird and marine life. The resort has achieved international recognition as one of the most environmentally sensitive tourist developments in the world. Advanced Ecotourism accredited.

• 46air-conditionedsuites,featuringaromatictimbersandprivatebalconies

with rainforest or pool views.

• Awardwinningrestaurantwherethemenuchangesdaily.

• AwardwinningDaySpawithtreatmentsalsoavailableinguestsuites

or rainforest pool setting.

• Privateguestpool.

• Wheelchairaccess.

• Houseguestsenjoyavarietyoffreeactivitiesincludinguseofsnorkellingand

non-motorised beach equipment, windsurfing lessons, rainforest and guided

evening nature walks, glass bottom boat tours, daily fish feeding and entry to

the world’s first underwater observatory.

• Asapopulardayvisitorisland,houseguestsbenefitfromawiderangeofoptional

activities. Includes Great Barrier Reef day tours, introductory and certified diving,

snorkel trips, helmet diving, parasailing and scenic helicopter flights.

• ReturncatamarantransfersexCairnsincludedinroomrates.

Optional helicopter and seaplane transfers available on request.

GREEN ISLAND RESORT SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHTS

Ultimately, Quicksilver would like all of its guests to leave our

region as ambassadors for reef protection and preservation.

Q U I C K S I L V E R G R O U P O F C O M P A N I E S

POBox171PortDouglas Qld4877Australia

P:(617)40872100F:(617)40995525

E: reservations@quicksilver-cruises.com

POBox898Cairns Qld4870Australia

P:(617)40449944F:(617)40449955

E: res@greatadventures.com.au

POBox228PortDouglas Qld4877Australia

P:(617)40872100F:(617)40995525

E:reservations@quicksilver-cruises.com

POBox551Cairns Qld4870Australia

P:(617)40315255F:(617)40519955

E: info@prodivecairns.com

POBox898Cairns Qld4870Australia

P:(617)40313300F:(617)40521511

E: res@greenislandresort.com.au

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