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Frankland Islands Reef: Boat Tour from Cairns

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Operator: Frankland Islands Reef Cruises Pty Ltd
A group of people disembark from a boat labeled "FRANKLAND ISLANDS" onto a sandy beach with clear, blue water under a sunny sky.
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Duration6 h
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About

Join a tour of the Great Barrier Reef that offers a later start and an earlier return. It’s suitable for families with young children, cruise ship passengers, or those with a packed Cairns itinerary.

Visit Normanby Island with activities like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, exploring the island, or relaxing on the beach. Choose one guided activity: a semi-submarine tour or a beach snorkelling tour.

Opt for an additional picnic lunch to make your trip more flexible and budget-friendly.

What's Included

  • River cruise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairns
  • Choice of one guided activity
  • Snacks
  • 2.5-hour free time
  • All necessary equipment
  • Lunch (if option is selected)

What's Not Included

  • Adventure snorkel safari
  • Guided island walk
  • Kids’ treasure hunt

Must Know

In lieu of ongoing global conditions impacting fuel supply and pricing, a fuel recovery surcharge has been introduced, effective for all new tour bookings made from March 26th, 2026. The operator will directly contact you to collect this via either payment link or pay-on-board, prior to travelling

Instructions

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Before you buy

  • Please provide your Cairns CBD hotel details at checkout for the pickup
  • Please bring a swimsuit, a towel, sunglasses, sunscreen, flip-flops/reef shoes, and a water bottle
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On-site usage

  • Show your mobile voucher to the staff during pickup or at the meeting point
  • Pickup from selected Cairns CBD locations at 9:00
  • If you choose to self-drive, please check in at Deeral Jetty at 10:00
  • Return to Deeral Jetty at 14:30
  • Return to selected Cairns CBD locations between 15:30–16:30
  • Please note that tour timings are subject to change and dependent on tidal and weather conditions

For self-drivers:

  • Please allow 45 minutes for travel on the Bruce Highway. Approximately 15 minutes after Gordonvale, you will get to the township of Deeral
  • Stay on the Bruce Highway until you see Ross Road on your left. If you see the actual service station, you’ve gone too far
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After your visit

  • For emergencies, please contact +61 7 4046 7333

Meeting Point

169 Ross Road, Cairns

GPS:-17.21756, 145.92875

Reschedule and cancellation policy

Cancel for free until 1 day before your visit date and get a full refund.

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A$175.00
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Free Cancellation

Cancel for free until 1 day before your visit date and get a full refund.

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