Full-Day Cruise Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef
Highlights
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Discover one of Tropical North Queensland’s best-kept secrets! Hosting vibrant fringing reefs, rock pools, white sandy beaches and dense rainforest, Frankland Islands are a pristine archipelago that are not to be missed. Escape the crowds that takes in the incredible sights of the Reef, Rainforest and River. Hop onto a luxury boat that will take you on a 30-minute leisurely cruise down the Mulgrave River. A short open water crossing will take you to your tropical island destination for the day. You’ll have 4.5 hours to relax and explore this secluded part of the Great Barrier Reef that sees no more than 100 visitors each day. Snorkel straight from the pristine white sandy beach, where an expert marine naturalist will guide you over colourful corals and tropical fish, explaining this unique and wonderful ecosystem. This guided tour is included for all travellers. Included in your tour is a buffet lunch served on the island. Enjoy coffee/tea on board our air-conditioned vessel.
Summary
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Explore a unique Great Barrier Reef experience with Frankland Islands Reef Cruises - the only tour operator visiting the pristine location, you will feel like the tour is very private and crowd free. The tour includes a river cruise and has a short open water crossing 6 miles - approximately 30 minutes, morning and afternoon tea and a tropical buffet lunch. Your experienced guides take you snorkelling and ensure you feel comfortable and safe in the water and give you the best opportunity to spot a colourful clown fish and maybe even a turtle! Snorkelling straight off the white sandy beach makes this suitable for families and first time snorkelers. There are other optional activities including stand up paddle boards, kayaks and a guided island walk.
What’s included?
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Use of Snorkeling Equipment, Kayaks and Stand up Paddle boards -
Guided Snorkelling Tour and/or Adventure Snorkel tour -
Morning, afternoon tea and Prepacked picnic lunch -
Protection suits (seasonal) -
River and Island Cruise -
Marine Biologist led Island Walk with Rock Pool Discovery -
Air-conditioned vehicle -
Complimentary pick up/return from your Cairns CBD accommodation -
Please note: Above inclusions are for the fully inclusive tour only -
Extra activities (payable on the day)
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Drinks including soft drinks, bottled water and alcohol (available to purchase)
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 8h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Frankland Islands Cruise offers visitors the #1 nature based island tour on the Great Barrier Reef. Totally uninhabited, Normanby Island is a national park and the destination for guest on board Frankland Island Cruises. The largest of the Frankland Islands, the island is part coral cay and part continental island, with a healthy and vibrant fringing coral community. The island boasts an abundance of plant and wildlife species, vibrant and colourful rainforest which is met by beautiful, unspoilt beaches and brilliant coral gardens which are home to tropical fish, giant clams and, most notably, green sea turtles. Your day begins with a drive south of Cairns and a morning cruise along the Mulgrave river, giving you the chance to spot a crocodile in the wild. From the mouth of the river your destination on the Great Barrier Reef is already in sight, making it the shortest open sea crossing in North Queensland. With maximum daily passenger numbers of 100, and a high crew to passenger ratio, a Cairns Great Barrier Reef day trip to the Frankland Islands ensures you an intimate, personal and unforgettable tropical Island experience from Cairns and the northern beaches.
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