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Great Barrier Reef & Fitzroy Island Day Cruise with Premium Buffet Lunch

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Family at Buffet lunch, Great Barrier Reef & Fitzroy Island Day Cruise

Explore the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island, enjoy marine activities, and savor a delicious buffet lunch on this scenic day cruise.

Highlights

  • Cruise on an air-conditioned catamaran, exploring the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island – ideal for families and adventure lovers.

  • Snorkel among colorful corals and spot beautiful blue tangs and vibrant reef life in crystal-clear waters – a must-see underwater world!

  • Enjoy the unique Sunlover waterslide, which twists and turns directly into the ocean for an exhilarating and fun ride for all ages!

  • Enjoy a gourmet buffet lunch on Fitzroy Island, then explore the island’s stunning beaches and take a leisurely walk through its lush National Park trails.

  • Fun fact: Fitzroy Island’s rare “Antler Coral” is endangered and found only in a few locations worldwide, making it a special conservation spot!

Inclusions

  • Full-day AC catamaran cruise to the Great Barrier Reef & Fitzroy Island

  • Snorkelling equipment and expert guidance

  • Premium buffet lunch

  • Sunlover waterslide & sun deck

  • Semi-submersible tour (subject to weather conditions)

  • Glass bottom boat tour

  • Marine naturalist & fish feeding presentation

  • Underwater observatory

  • Guided snorkelling tour (optional)

  • Seawalker helmet dive (optional)

  • Kayak tour (optional)

  • Turtle Rehabilitation Centre (optional)

  • Self-guided Fitzroy National Park walk

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Under the reef

The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its stunning coral formations and vibrant marine life. Board your air-conditioned catamaran in Cairns Marina and prepare for an unforgettable 8-hour day of excitement. Start with snorkeling in the reef’s crystal-clear waters. With top-notch equipment and guidance, you’ll encounter colorful corals, parrotfish, and moorish idols in their natural habitat. For thrill-seekers, the Sunlover waterslide is a unique experience, twisting directly into the ocean for an exhilarating splash. Afterward, relax on the sun deck, soaking in panoramic ocean views on the Moore Reef Pontoon. If you prefer a different vantage point, the semi-submersible tour (weather permitting) lets you view the underwater world through large windows, while the glass-bottom boat tour provides clear views of marine life and coral formations without getting wet.

Fun in Koba

Engage with a marine naturalist and learn about the reef's ecosystem and diverse marine species while giving the fish some yummy treats. The underwater observatory offers another perspective, showcasing the reef’s vibrant marine environment. Arriving at Fitzroy Island, enjoy a gourmet buffet lunch amidst tropical scenery. Afterward, explore the island’s lush National Park on a self-guided walk, taking in stunning coastal views and relaxing on pristine beaches like the Nudey Beach. As you head back to Cairns Marina, enjoy gazing at the evening scenery of this spectacular reef – Mother Nature's ultimate marine gift to humanity.

Itinerary

  • 7:00am: Check-in begins inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal

  • 7:30am: Check-in closes

  • 8:00am: Depart Cairns

  • 9:30am: Arrive at Moore Reef Pontoon

  • 11:30am: Depart Moore Reef

  • 12:15pm: Arrive at Fitzroy Island

  • 12:15-1:30pm: Lunch

  • 3:30pm: Depart Fitzroy Island

  • 4:30pm: Arrive back at Cairns Marina

What to bring

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

Accessibility

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

Additional information

  • The semi-submersible tour is subject to weather conditions.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please arrive at the redemption 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.

Redemption point

  • Show your ticket at Sunlover Reef Cruises.

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

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