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Sunlover: Fitzroy Island and Moore Reef Full-Day Cruise with Buffet Lunch

Tourists snorkeling at Fitzroy Island with Great Barrier Reef in view.
Tourists snorkeling at Fitzroy Island with Great Barrier Reef in clear blue waters.
Tourists snorkeling in clear blue waters at Fitzroy Island, Great Barrier Reef.
Man sliding off boat into ocean near Fitzroy Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia.

Duration

9 hrs 30 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Mobile ticket

    • Enjoy a full-day cruise to Fitzroy Island and Moore Reef with snorkelling, lunch, pontoon access, and reef activities—all in one convenient ticket.
    • Discover two reef ecosystems in one day, from Fitzroy’s fringing reef to Moore Reef’s outer coral garden, with diverse marine life at each site.
    • Explore Moore Reef’s floating pontoon with a semi-submersible tour, underwater observatory, waterslide, and child-friendly ocean pool.
    • Savor a buffet lunch at Zephyrs Restaurant on Fitzroy Island and wander scenic rainforest trails or relax on white-sand beaches.
    • Upgrade for a guided snorkel safari, a Seawalker helmet dive, or a visit to a turtle rehab center for unique reef experiences.
    • Full-day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef & Fitzroy Island from Cairns
    • Snorkeling equipment and expert guidance
    • Premium buffet lunch (menu here)
    • Self-guided Fitzroy National Park walk
    • 1-hour Snorkel Safari (if option selected)
    • Seawalker helmet dive (if option selected)
    • Turtle Rehabilitation Centre talk (if option selected)
    • Access to Sunlover waterslide & sun deck
    • Semi-submersible tour
    • Glass bottom boat tour
    • Marine naturalist & fish feeding presentation
    • Underwater observatory
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Highlights

    - Two-in-one reef adventure: The Sunlover Fitzroy Island and Moore Reef Full-Day Cruise lets you explore both a tropical island and the outer reef in a single day—complete with a floating pontoon, snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours, and a premium buffet lunch, making it ideal for families and marine life enthusiasts.

    - Island escape your way: Choose from full- or half-day Fitzroy Island cruises with optional extras like picnic lunches, snorkelling gear, or guided snorkel safaris led by marine biologists—perfect for tailoring your island experience to your interests and pace.

    - Scenic flight over the reef: Short on time? Opt for the 40-minute Outer Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight for a breathtaking aerial view of coral formations, sand cays, and marine wildlife—a fast-track to unforgettable memories.

    - Relaxed day trips made easy: The Cairns to Fitzroy Island Day Trip includes round-trip ferry transfers, snorkelling, a glass-bottom boat ride, and a buffet lunch—ideal for beach lovers and casual explorers looking for a stress-free island day.

    - DIY island adventure: Independent travellers can take advantage of simple and affordable round-trip ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island, giving you the freedom to explore rainforest trails, coral beaches, and reef waters at your own pace.

  • What to bring

    • Bring along your swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, and walking shoes.

    What's not allowed

    • The snorkel safari is not suitable for non-swimmers.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is pram/stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • The semi-submersible tour is subject to weather conditions.
    • The seawalker helmet dive is a suitable activity for non-swimmers.
    • The kayak tour requires guests to be able to swim and have moderate fitness capabilities.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    Boarding point

    • Board your boat at Sunlover Reef Cruises.

    • Address: Reef Fleet Terminal (Bottom floor, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

    Get directions to the boarding point

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