Welcome aboard S.V. Rum Runner, the little big motor sailor that can do it all. Rum Runner Cairns is excited to invite you to our upcoming Scuba Diving event! We're Australia's premier budget dive expedition and Cairns' most affordable outer reef liveaboard dive and snorkel tour operator.
Join us for a weekend getaway aboard S. V Rum Runner, a 66-foot Mono Hull Sailboat with a maximum of 10 divers plus crew. This incredible trip lasts for 3 nights and 3 days, allowing you to experience 8–10 dives at the mesmerising Holmes Reef, including a thrilling night dive and a magical twilight dive at the fabulous Coral Sea.
Our departure is usually from Marlin Marina, E finger, Cairns on Friday afternoon, with a return time of 8.00 am on Monday. However, we can also schedule departures for any day that suits you. Diving in this section of the Coral Sea is truly a remarkable experience for both beginners and experienced adventurous divers.
Holmes Reef, the stunning reef system located 90 miles outside the Great Barrier Reef, awaits you. Prepare to be amazed by the unbelievable visibility, abundant shark sightings, and the presence of awe-inspiring pelagic fish. At Rum Runner, we're so confident in the unbelievable diving experience that awaits you that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't have at least one dive at Holmes Reef of 30m plus or see any sharks.
No matter your diving experience level, this trip is tailored to suit your needs. Our experienced crew will guide beginners while allowing experienced divers to create their own diving schedule. Dive into the mesmerising Coral Sea Reefs, renowned for their amazing visibility ranging from 30 to 50 meters. Immerse yourself in the beauty of gorgonian fans, stunning hard and soft corals, and encounter various species of tropical fish only found in the Coral Sea – truly a unique and breathtaking dive location.
Rum Runner is proud to be the only vessel that regularly visits Holmes Reefs, ensuring you have the opportunity to dive at incredibly pristine dive sites. These Coral Sea Reefs offer diverse dive sites with magnificent walls, thrilling shark encounters, and picturesque sand cays with excellent anchorages, making it perfect for novice divers.
Don't miss this chance to join Rum Runner Cairns for an unforgettable Scuba Diving experience at Holmes Reef. Book your spot now and get ready for an adventure like no other. We can't wait to welcome you aboard S.V. Rum Runner!
