Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island Full Day Tour from Cairns

• Round-trip on an air-conditioned catamaran
• Snorkelling equipment (includes lycra suit & life jacket) at Moore Reef
• Glass bottom boat tour at Moore Reef
• Semi-submersible tours operation (Subject to wind conditions) at Moore Reef
• Waterslide at Moore Reef
• Enclosed ocean pool for children at Moore Reef
• Underwater observatory at Moore Reef
• Full bar facilities (paid for at own expense) at Moore Reef
• Tropical buffet lunch at Fitzroy Island
• Access to self guided national park walks and beaches at Fitzroy Island
• 10mins scenic helicopter over Great barrier reef (**if option selected**)

• Guided snorkel tour, Seawalker helmet dive, Introductory Dive (can be purchased onboard)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Fitzroy Island optional activities (kayak, guided nature walks, or visit to the Turtle rehabilitation centre)

Meet your tour at the Sunlover Cruises counter located inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at Cairns Marina. Check-in Open 07:00 – 7:30am, collection of boarding pass required prior heading to the vessel for departure.

Check availability to see starting times.

• Customer-requested cancellations made at least 6 days prior to travel will receive a refund of 95% of the total booking amount. The remaining 5% will be retained as a non-refundable administration and booking fee. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
• Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
• Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction

This tour is a great choice when you want to experience two very different sides of the Great Barrier Reef in one day. You’ll spend around 2.5 hours at the Moore Reef pontoon before continuing to Fitzroy Island for lunch and approximately 1.5 hours of free island time. A reef-only tour gives you longer at the pontoon, while this tour adds rainforest, coral beaches and island time to the experience.

Yes. You can experience the reef without snorkelling through the underwater observatory, glass-bottom boat and semi-submersible tour when operating, then enjoy lunch, Welcome Bay and the island’s walking areas. If you would like to try snorkelling, buoyancy equipment and instruction are available at the pontoon, allowing you to choose the level of support that feels comfortable.

Yes. The pontoon gives families plenty of choice, including an enclosed ocean pool, waterslide and dry reef-viewing activities, while Fitzroy Island adds lunch, beach time and a relaxing change of pace in the afternoon. Children must remain under parent or guardian supervision, and optional activities may have their own participation requirements.

You’ll have around 2.5 hours at Moore Reef to snorkel, explore the included reef activities and enjoy any upgrade you have selected. Make your optional activity the anchor of your reef time and check its scheduled time when you arrive, then fit snorkelling, the underwater observatory, glass-bottom boat or waterslide around it. Choosing one main upgrade makes it easier to enjoy the pontoon without rushing.

Yes, the walk can fit into the island stop if it is one of your priorities. Allow approximately 45 minutes for the return track, which passes through rainforest and includes several stone steps. Wear comfortable walking shoes, take water and leave enough time to return to the jetty before boarding. Because lunch is also included during the island visit, this option is best for guests happy to keep the afternoon moving.

Moore Reef should be your main snorkelling stop. It offers the longer, supervised outer-reef experience, with equipment, buoyancy aids and crew support included. Fitzroy Island also offers beach-entry snorkelling when conditions suit, but the island time is shorter and the experience is self-guided. Guests who want to snorkel at both locations can use part of their island time for it, while those who prefer walking or relaxing on the beach can focus their water time at Moore Reef.

Many guests who are sensitive to motion still enjoy the day with a little preparation. The first journey from Cairns to the outer reef takes around 1.5 hours aboard a large, air-conditioned catamaran, followed by the shorter journey to Fitzroy Island and the return to Cairns. Consider speaking with a pharmacist or doctor before travelling, take any recommended medication before boarding, eat lightly, stay hydrated and choose fresh air with a view of the horizon where possible.