New Horizon Sail and Dive

New Horizon Sail and Dive operates two classic sailing boats, Santa Maria and Coral Sea Dreaming, to the outer Great Barrier Reef. They allow you to experience the reef in a smaller more intimate affair with a maximum of 10 passengers on each trip.

Address: PO Box 5957
Price: The trip is from $380 per person for a two-day liveaboard and from $540 for a three-day liveaboard, all equipment included.
Website: reefcharter.com (opens in a new tab)

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