Frankland Islands Reef Cruise
Frankland Islands Reef Cruise
4.8 (274)  
Parramatta Park, QLD 4870
  • Highlights
    • A unique and intimate way to experience the Great Barrier Reef, away from the crowds and tourist hotspots.
    • Enjoy the crystal clear waters and explore the colourful coral reef and diverse marine life.
    • Paddle around the island and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean and coastline.
    • Observe a variety of bird species in their natural habitat, including frigatebirds, terns, and sea eagles.
    • Discover the hidden beaches, tidal pools, and secluded coves of Frankland Islands.

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  • Overview

    Step on board our luxurious boat the Turtle Islander at Deeral, just 45 minutes south of Cairns, for a spectacular calm water cruise down the Mulgrave River. Keep an eye out for crocs from the panoramic windows as you sit inside in air-conditioned comfort, or step out onto the shaded outdoor decks for a closer look. From the mouth of the river, it’s only 10km to the Frankland Islands.

    Your day tour includes guided snorkelling from the beach, with equipment and instruction. It also includes our popular adventure snorkel safari and snorkelling from the boat along the island’s western reefs. A buffet lunch, and morning and afternoon tea are also included in your tour. After lunch, join our marine biologist and Master Reef guide for a walk around the island, discovering the diverse wildlife that flourishes under the water, in rocky pools and in the rainforest. Kids will love our special treasure hunt!

  • What's included?
    • Modern boat
    • Up to 4 and a half hours on the Great Barrier Reef.
    • Semi-sub tours around the island.
    • Buffet lunch
    • All snorkelling equipment
    • Flotation devices
    • Coach transfers from Cairns
    • Spectacular 30-minute river cruise
    • Guided snorkel tour PLUS adventure snorkel safari
    • Island walk with marine biologist
    • Morning and afternoon tea
    • Protection suits (seasonal)
    • Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding
  • Location

    • Tours depart Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
    • Coach transfers from Cairns CBD accommodation commence at 06:55 AM.
    • Deeral is an easy 45-minute drive from Cairns, please allow time for the drive and check in at the vessel by 08:15 AM.
    • The Turtle Islander departs Deeral at 08:30 AM and returns between 4-04:30 PM,
    • Coaches return to Cairns around 05:00-06:00 PM
    • Please note that on certain dates the tour will depart and return later than scheduled due to extreme tides.

  • Customer Reviews for Frankland Island Reef Cruises

    4.8

    274 reviews
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    Awesome snorkelling experience! Saw manta rays, turtles, nemo, dory, starfish, tons of other fish & some beautiful coral! The beach is stunning & great for exploring with the kids! The food was great! We had fruit, prawns, salads, cold meats & rolls and there were heaps to go back for seconds (I think our kids even went back for thirds lol). The crew are top notch, super friendly & humorous! We went with our 11 month old, two yo, 9 yo & 13 yo. The older kids were out snorkelling off the beach the entire time & all had a go on the paddleboards. They loved the snorkelling safari & found turtles, tons of fish, saw the mantarays - they had the best day! The little ones loved splashing off the beach and playing in the sand and washed up coral! The water was super warm so perfect for bubs! Just wish I brought a little bouncer for nap time but all in all it was a great day for those looking for a remote, raw & natural experience. Wind was forcast for about 18 -21 knots and it was still honestly perfect! Apparently, it's even better with less wind but we came home very happy campers with our choice for our big family! Oh, & we saw crocodiles on the way home too & the boat driver slowed right down to let us all see!! Topped off with cake and tea and coffee for the trip home. Super cool! Thanks for an awesome day guys 🙏❤️

    Christy
    Christy
    3 months ago

    What a great experience! Loved the relaxed welcoming atmosphere and friendliest team. The island was small but despite average weather was a beautiful location. The snorkelling experience was fantastic, all meals provided. A really memorable experience, we will be back and hope for better weather.

    Hayden Lihou
    Hayden Lihou
    3 months ago

    The absolute best!! My partner and I did the day tour as well as the scuba experience. Not only was the island superb, the brilliant, friendly, informative staff elevated the day to the next level. The scuba experience was led by Panchi, and also featured Pedro who came along with us. They were both exceptionally professional and left us both wanting to be friends with them, and eager to dive again by the end of the trip. On the dive we saw a wide range of coral, clams, fish, turtles, and even a cuttlefish. If you're wondering if you should add a dive to your trip - the answer is yes, you should. The snorkling safari is another must! That was led by Kelly and Maddy. This included a wider group of people on the tour but there is plenty of space still and lots of things to see. On this we saw 3 turtles, 2 sharks, a stingray, and lots of fish and coral. Overall it was a sensational experience and one I would do again if I'm ever bringing family to Cairns. Thank you to all involved!

    Troy Parke
    Troy Parke
    5 months ago

    We went today. They run a pretty good operation. The only challenge was the bus pickup. They should only have a few pickup sites because it takes too long for them to go to each hotel. On the water everything was great! The river ride out to the ocean was really peaceful and nice. The partial submarine was good for people who don't snorkel. We had the commentator on the snorkeling and the island tour was top notch! Needless to say we loved this tour. It's our last day in Cairns, now off to Brisbane

    Alexandre Ferreira
    Alexandre Ferreira
    5 months ago

    Simply the best !!! very friendly crew, Kelly, Handy, the marine biologist and all the others whom made our day a memorable one ! Thank you to the whole team not to forget the team in the office too;-)) the coral is amazing, see beautiful giant clams, turtle, and many others beautiful sea creatures, Its definitely the best around Cairns !! forget Green island or Fitzroy if you wanna see beautiful beach and coral just go Frankland !!!😍😍😍

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    • Experience Type: Outdoor
    • Activity Level: Relaxed
    • Skill Level: Beginner
    • Duration: 4.5 Hour(s)
    • ID Required: Yes
    • Booking Required: Yes
    • Tours are limited to just 100 passengers per day.
    • You'll need your swimsuit and towel, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen (we recommend bringing a reef-friendly type), and shoes that can get wet and sandy. Bring anything else you want to have with you for a day out on a tropical island. We recommend bringing a refillable water bottle, and cash or credit card (Visa or Mastercard) for onboard purchases or optional activities.
    • There are no toilets on the island, but we run direct shuttles back to the main vessel for any toilet breaks required.
    • As there are no paved walkways on the island, guests need to be able to walk up to 100 metres on sand and navigate stairs on board the vessel. Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs.
    • We can arrange special meals for most dietary requirements. Please let us know at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
    • Bookings may be cancelled, or dates changed up to 24 hours prior to departure with no cancellation or change fee (subject to seat availability). After this time cancellation or failure to the board will incur 100% cancellation fee.
    • Group Cancellation Policy applies to bookings of 15 or more people. Group cancellations within 30 days and more than 7 days' notice incur a 20% cancellation fee. Group cancellations within 7 days incur a 100% cancellation fee.
    • If the itinerary is changed or the tour is cancelled after departure due to circumstances beyond our control we shall not be required to refund any portion of the fare, make any compensation or be liable for any other consequential damage, loss, expense, loss of time or inconvenience. We recommend all guests take out adequate insurance for their intended travel.
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