About Quicksilver Cruises
Quicksilver Cruises is one of the most iconic Great Barrier Reef operators in Australia, running large-scale catamaran cruises from Port Douglas to their permanent pontoon platform at Agincourt Reef — one of the outermost ribbon reefs on the continental shelf. With over 40 years of operation, Quicksilver has introduced millions of visitors to the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and remains the benchmark for premium reef day trips in the region.
Their flagship experience takes guests aboard a state-of-the-art wave-piercing catamaran on a 90-minute cruise to the outer reef, where the pontoon provides a spacious base for snorkelling, diving, ocean walking (using underwater helmets), and semi-submersible and underwater observatory viewing. Introductory and certified diving, scenic helicopter flights over the reef, and marine biologist presentations are all available. The pontoon includes a sundeck, freshwater showers, and a licensed bar, with a hot and cold buffet lunch included.
Quicksilver's advantage is the sheer quality of the Agincourt Reef location — this outer ribbon reef has some of the clearest water and most diverse coral on the entire Great Barrier Reef. Their operation is polished, professional, and scaled to handle large numbers without feeling crowded. For first-time reef visitors wanting a comprehensive, worry-free experience, Quicksilver is the gold standard.
