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  • Sat, 19 Oct 2024
  • Moore Reef, Cairns QLD
  • Ocean Swim
  • 1km, 2km, 3km & 5km

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Great Barrier Reef Ocean Swim

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At a glance

  • Sat, 19 Oct 2024
  • Moore Reef, Cairns QLD
  • Ocean Swim
  • 1km, 2km, 3km & 5km
  • Around The Buoys

Why this event?

Swim over coral, alongside fish, and into ocean swim history.

If you’re going to swim in the ocean, why not do it over one of the world’s natural wonders?

The Great Barrier Reef Ocean Swim is unlike anything else. Hosted offshore at Moore Reef near Cairns, this event lets you glide through crystal-clear water teeming with tropical marine life. Clownfish, turtles, coral gardens, and parrotfish become your lane mates as you swim above one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet.

Coral below, blue skies above, it’s a swim and a snorkel trip rolled into one unforgettable day. Swims range from short and scenic to a full-on 5km challenge, giving you the flexibility to pick your pace and soak it all in.

This is not just a swim, it’s a bucket-list experience, equal parts awe and adventure. Think: a floating pontoon start, cheering fellow swimmers, and time built in for snorkelling and reef exploration post-swim. Bring your GoPro, bring your mates, and bring your sense of wonder; this is one ocean swim you’ll be talking about for years to come.

On the day

What's on offer

1km, 2km, 3km & 5km Ocean Swim
  • years
Each course is set around and over the reef, with clear marking buoys and boat support. You may spot turtles, clownfish, and vibrant coral beneath as you swim.

Prepare for this event

Have A Go: 1km Training Program
Whether you’re coming back after a long break or you’re completely new to swimming, we’ll help you prepare for your 1km swim. Learn more

Up The Ante: 2km Training Program
Step up in distance with this training program designed to build you up & guide you all the way to the finish. Learn more

Learn online with the OceanFit Academy or join a hands-on ocean clinic to improve your surf and open water skills.

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