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Mike Ball Dive Expeditions

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Mike Ball Dive Expeditions

Mike Ball’s Spoilsport is Australia’s leading dive liveaboard operating along the Ribbon Reefs, Great Barrier Reef and out to the Coral Sea.
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Since 1969, Mike Ball Dive Expeditions has been running Australia’s leading dive liveaboard operation. Cairns based Spoilsport runs 3, 4, 5 and 7 night departures to the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea for both novice and experienced divers. Our dive sites offer the best in diving, from the coral gardens and diversity of the world famous Cod Hole and Ribbon Reefs, through to the exciting walls an

d pelagics of the Coral Sea. Dedicated shark encounters and a shark feed experience provide photographers with a unique opportunity. Spoilsport is custom built for divers and her twin-hulled design maximizes space, stability and comfort.

02/09/2026

Coral Sea Exploratory - 7 Nights 20-27 August 2026
"Whole trip was amazing. Staff were so professional and ran an organised week. Thanks to everyone!"
Jason, Hailey & Dylan

Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

28/08/2026

Fly Dive Cod Hole Expedition - 3 Nights - 17-20 August 2026
"Staff make the diving experience amazing!. Great dive site selection. Super flexible in accommodating divers."
Kate and Kara
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

25/08/2026

Fly Dive Coral Sea Expedition - 4 Nights - 13-17 August 2026
"The crew was amazing and were so helpful and kind. Amazing experience and would recommend to everyone."
Lucas Poppelaars
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

13/08/2026

Coral Sea and Cod Hole - 5 Nights 6-11 August 2026
"The crew and operation are top-notch. Safe, efficient and perfect dive site choice. Everybody had a fantastic time and did not want to leave! Terrific expedition."
Rishi Varna
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

10/08/2026

Coral Sea and Cod Hole - 5 Nights 30 July - 4 August 2026

"Lovely staff, excellent food. Extra care taken to make a snorkeller feel welcomed. We met onboard 25 years ago! Wonderful experience."
Sarah, Jonathon and Blake

Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

06/08/2026

Protecting a UNESCO World Heritage Icon

For more than 50 years, Mike Ball Dive Expeditions has been introducing divers to the very best of the Great Barrier Reef.

Discover why UNESCO recognises the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site and why Cod Hole is one of the few locations specifically mentioned by name.

31/07/2026

Coral Sea Exploratory - 7 Nights 23-30 July 2026
"Incredible trip. Thank you."
Simon and Neil

Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

22/07/2026

Fly Dive Minke Whale - 3 Nights - 13-16 July 2026
"The whole experience was so well coordinated. I couldn't have asked for a better crew for my first liveaboard."
Jennifer Lu
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

21/07/2026

Fly Dive Minke Whale - 4 Nights - 9-13 July 2026
"Minke whales were so interactive and curious. The coral reefs were so beautiful. Night dives were full of impressive predators."
June Lee
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

10/07/2026

Fly Dive Minke Whale - 3 Nights - 6-9 July 2026
"Incredible flight to Lizard Island, with dive sites full of abundant sea life and minke whales. Absolutely unforgettable!"
Iris and Lily
Reef Report: https://bit.ly/2Q1U8Kz

Address

3 Abbott Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61 7 4053 0500

Website

https://www.mikeball.com/

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