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Great Barrier Reef Tours for Solo Travelers
Great Barrier Reef Tours for Solo Travelers

Great Barrier Reef Tours for Solo Travelers

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  1. Solo-ish Down-UnderMap of Solo-ish Down-Under
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    The Great Barrier Reef region beckons solo adventurers to Cairns, where like-minded travelers gather for reef excursions and visits to Kuranda Village markets. This flexible itinerary allows independence while fostering group connections through shared daily activities near the reef.

    Duration 25 days
    DestinationsAuckland, Rotorua, Waitomo, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Fiordland National Park, MelbourneSee all destinations
    Age Range Ages 18+
    Group Size Max Group Size 16
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorG Adventures

    From $14,579

    10% Off
    NZ$13,121
    You save $1,458
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  2. Aussie Icons - Sydney, Cairns & MelbourneMap of Aussie Icons - Sydney, Cairns & Melbourne
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    The Great Barrier Reef snorkeling and Daintree Rainforest bring travelers together. The Abbott Boutique Hotel Cairns hosts solo adventurers aged 35+, offering guided reef tours and rainforest walks.

    Duration 10 days
    DestinationsSydney, Blue Mountains, Cairns, Daintree National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay
    Age Range Ages 8+
    Group Size Max Group Size 45
    Group Type PrivatePersonalized
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorAustralia and New Zealand Travel Company

    From

    10% Off
    NZ$4,509
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  3. Best of Sydney & the Great Barrier ReefMap of Best of Sydney & the Great Barrier Reef
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    Green Island and Fitzroy Island offer shared snorkeling for solo travelers. Glass-bottom boat tours and semi-submersible experiences at Agincourt Reef unite marine enthusiasts, with an average age of 62.

    Duration 12 days
    DestinationsSydney, Blue Mountains, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, Fitzroy Island, Green Island National Park
    Age Range Ages 6+
    Group Size Max Group Size 25
    Group Type PrivatePersonalized
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorAustralia and New Zealand Travel Company

    From

    10% Off
    NZ$4,367
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  4. Great Barrier Reef Explorer (Snorkel To Adventure)Map of Great Barrier Reef Explorer (Snorkel To Adventure)
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    Marine life encounters await in this intimate Great Barrier Reef experience, uniting like-minded adventurers aged 18-35. Professional guides lead group snorkeling sessions showcasing turtles, rays, and countless fish species. Inclusive boat life creates natural social connections.

    Duration 3 days
    DestinationsCairns, Great Barrier Reef
    Age Range Ages 18-35
    Group Size Max Group Size 30
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Shared
    OperatorContiki

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    10% Off
    NZ$935
    +$106 upfront costs
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  5. Great Barrier Reef Explorer (Dive To Adventure)Map of Great Barrier Reef Explorer (Dive To Adventure)
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    Eleven shared dive experiences, including night exploration, await solo adventurers at the Great Barrier Reef. Singles aged 18-35 bond over meals and berth-cabin accommodation while encountering over 1,500 fish species across multiple dive sites from Cairns.

    Duration 3 days
    DestinationsCairns, Great Barrier Reef
    Age Range Ages 18-35
    Group Size Max Group Size 30
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Shared
    OperatorContiki

    From

    10% Off
    NZ$1,215
    +$106 upfront costs
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  6. Australian HighlightsMap of Australian Highlights
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    Solo adventurers explore the Great Barrier Reef with guided snorkeling or semi-submersible options. Connect with fellow travelers during tropical buffet lunches and optional Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experiences, staying in well-appointed private rooms.

    Duration 13 days
    DestinationsMelbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    Group Size Max Group Size 50
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorTrafalgar

    From $9,750

    10% Off
    NZ$8,775
    +$2,905 upfront costs
    You save $975
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  7. Australian Highlights (With Internal Air, 2025/2026)Map of Australian Highlights (With Internal Air, 2025/2026)
    In-depth Cultural
    Duration 13 days
    DestinationsMelbourne, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Bondi, Blue Mountains, Sydney
    Age Range All Ages Welcome
    Group Size Max Group Size 48
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorAAT Kings

    From $9,810

    15% Off
    NZ$8,339
    +$2,905 upfront costs
    You save $1,471
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  8. Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 daysMap of Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
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    Solo adventurers thrive during Great Barrier Reef visits. Join group snorkeling sessions and glass-bottom boat tours with like-minded travelers. Share sunset drinks in Port Douglas and crocodile spotting on Solar Whisper cruise with average age group of 32.

    Duration 9 days
    DestinationsBrisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Mission Beach, Atherton, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park
    Age Range Ages 18+
    Group Size Max Group Size 16
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorOn The Go Tours

    From $8,085

    25% Off
    NZ$6,064
    You save $2,021
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  9. Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique TourMap of Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
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    The Great Barrier Reef region welcomes solo explorers to Flynn Hotel Cairns, offering shared experiences on Kuranda Skyrail rides and Mossman Gorge walks. Small groups of 16 maximize personal attention and social interaction.

    Duration 16 days
    DestinationsSydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane, Airlie BeachSee all destinations
    Age Range Ages 18+
    Group Size Max Group Size 16
    Group Type GroupPersonalized
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorVia Travel Australia

    From $11,756

    15% Off
    NZ$9,993
    You save $1,763
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  10. Brisbane to Cairns AdventureMap of Brisbane to Cairns Adventure
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    Duration 8 days
    DestinationsBrisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, AthertonSee all destinations
    Age Range Ages 15+
    Group Size Max Group Size 16
    Group Type Group
    Room Type Singles, Shared
    OperatorIntrepid Travel

    From $4,225

    5% Off
    NZ$4,014
    You save $211
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