Great Barrier Reef Island Tours
Experience the world-famous Great Barrier Reef from Cairns — snorkel, dive, or cruise through vibrant coral gardens and turquoise lagoons with trusted local operators.
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Fitzroy Island Special
Adult $152| Child $101 (4-15yrs)
Family 2A+2C $405
Includes Snorkel equipment + Glass bottom boat tour + Picnic lunch
Departs daily 10.15am – 4.30pm
Best value Fitzroy Island Day Tour
Discover Fitzroy Island’s natural beauty and vibrant marine life with our ‘best of the island’ tour. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike, this tour offers an unforgettable day on one of Cairns’ most picturesque islands.
Adult $152.00 | Child $101.00 (4-15yrs) | Family 2A+2C $405.00
Adult $278| Child 4-14yrs $228
Family 2A+2C$1012
Departs Cairns 8.30am or 10.30am
Returns 5.20pm
Underwater helmet diving experience on the Great Barrier Reef. Immerse yourself in the marine wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef and discover the underwater world from a different perspective. It’s a fun and engaging and easy to do. There is no equipment to operate, and non-swimmers are welcome; Seawalker is accessible to almost everyone and you don’t even have to get your hair wet!
Adult $278.00 | Child 4-14yrs $228.00 | Family 2A+2C $1012.00
From Adult $97| Child $57 (4-14yrs)| Family 2A+2C $251
Seasonal prices apply to 31st March 2026
Departs daily – 8.30am or 10.45am
Return to Cairns- 4.45pm
Fitzroy Island Adventure is a quick 45-minute ferry to the beautiful coral Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Things to do on Fitzroy Island. You can hire snorkel equipment, glass-bottom boat tour, guided snorkel tours, go swimming, stand-up paddleboards and sea kayaking. Those more active can do the Lighthouse Trail, a steep climb with rewarding views.
From Adult $97.00 | Child $57.00 (4-14yrs) | Family 2A+2C $251.00
Adult $105| Child $60 (4-15yrs)| Family 2A+2C $270
Rate valid until 31st March, 2026
Departs daily 10.15am – 4.30pm
Fitzroy Island’s full-day experience includes 55 minutes ferry transfer each way. Choose from the many optional activities available. You can hire snorkel equipment, do a guided Snorkel Tour, Glass Bottom Boat coral viewing tour and visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. You can snorkel straight off the beach and discover amazing marine life and sea turtles. Sit back and soak up the serenity on the shores of the famous Nudey Beach (by name only) – once voted the best beach in Australia.
Adult $105.00 | Child $60.00 (4-15yrs) | Family 2A+2C $270.00
Departs Cairns 8.00am – 4.30pm
Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure combining 2.5 hours at Moore Reef Pontoon + 2.5 hours Fitzroy Island stop over in a day! Moore Reef Pontoon includes coral viewing with semi-submersible, glass bottom boat, underwater observatory, snorkelling & kids waterslide. Then a leisurely time at Fitzroy Island to relax & unwind including lunch.
Adult $295.00 | Child ( 4 - 16yrs ) $169.00 | Kids 50% OFF $84.50 | Family 2A+2C $759.00
Adult $122| Child $66 4-14yrs
Family2A+2C $316
Half Day 8.30am or 10.30am -return 3.20pm
Full Day 8.30am or 10.30am -return 5.20pm
Green Island is an idyllic coral cay located only 15 nautical miles offshore from Cairns, snorkel and swim in the clear, cool island waters straight from the white sand beach. Encounter a wide variety of colourful fish, turtles and other marine creatures whilst exploring the beautiful coral reef gardens surrounding Green Island. Includes choice of snorkelling equipment OR glass bottom boat.
Adult $122.00 | Child $66.00 4-14yrs | Family2A+2C $316.00
Adult $196 – Child $98 – Family $490
Departs Daily from Cairns 8:30am – 5:00pm
Make the most of your time in Far North Queensland with the Two Island Explorer tour, combining both Fitzroy Island and Green Island in a single unforgettable day. Departing from Cairns, this reef and island adventure lets you snorkel vibrant coral reefs, swim in crystal-clear waters, or simply relax
From Adult $97| Child $57 (4-14yrs)| Family 2A+2C $251
Please note seasonal prices apply
Departs daily at 10.45am – Returns at 2.45pm
Escape to Fitzroy Island for a half day adventure. A quick 45-minute ferry to the beautiful coral Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Things to do on Fitzroy Island. You can hire snorkel equipment, glass-bottom boat tour, go swimming, stand-up paddle boards and sea kayaking. providing the perfect mix of natural beauty and marine experiences.
From Adult $97.00 | Child $57.00 (4-14yrs) | Family 2A+2C $251.00
Adult $152| Child $101 (4-15yrs)
Family 2A+2C $405
Includes return Ferry + choice of 2 activities –
Snorkel Equipment – Glass Bottom Boat Tour – Picnic Lunch
Departs Daily 10.15am – 4.30pm
Fitzroy Island a tropical paradise and a favourite spot for locals and tourists. Lush rainforest, stunning beaches, walking trails, coral reefs. Ideal for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Take a 45-minute journey on the Fitzroy Island Sundancer to the sandy shores of the famous Nudey Beach (by name only)- voted one of the best beaches in Australia. Snorkel straight off the beach to discover amazing marine life.
Adult $152.00 | Child $101.00 (4-15yrs) | Family 2A+2C $405.00
Departs daily 8.30am – 5.30pm
Enjoy the best of both worlds with this complete Reef and Island tour. Fast 45-minute catamaran ride to Green Island to enjoy 2 hours on this iconic coral cay. Continue your day adventure to Great Adventures spacious activity platform. Spend 3 hours discovering the wonders of the reef, with plenty of time to snorkel, relax, and take in one of the world’s most extraordinary natural treasures.
Adult $299.00 | Child $164.00 (4-14yrs) | Family 2A+2C $770.00
Departs daily 7am – 5pm
Enjoy an all-inclusive River, Reef, and Island Cruise with the sole commercial operator permitted on the pristine uninhabited Frankland Islands. Snorkel off the Island’s National Park white sand beach, swim with sea turtles, and have a quick and convenient journey with the shortest open water crossing.
Adult $250.00 | Child $125.00 4-16yrs | Family 2A+2C $625.00
Adult $120 |Child 4-14yrs $60
Family 2A+2C $300
Full Day 9.00am – 5.00pm
Snorkel and swim in the clear, cool island waters straight from the white sandy beach. Encounter a wide variety of colourful fish, turtles and other marine creatures whilst exploring the beautiful coral reef gardens surrounding Green Island. Semi Submersible and guided snorkel tour options available.
Adult $120.00 | Child 4-14yrs $60.00 | Family 2A+2C $300.00
Adult $120 |Child $60
Family 2A+2C $300
Full Day 11.00am – 5.00pm
Snorkel and swim in the clear, cool island waters straight from the white sandy beach. Encounter a wide variety of colourful fish, turtles and other marine creatures whilst exploring the beautiful coral reef gardens surrounding Green Island. Semi Submersible and guided snorkel tour options available.
Adult $120.00 | Child $60.00 | Family 2A+2C $300.00
Adult $120|Child 4-14yrs $60
Family 2A+2C $300
Departs daily 9.00am – 1.00pm
Green Island is a beautiful island on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef only 45 minutes ferry ride from Cairns. It is a Marine National Park uniquely rainforested and surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life.
Adult $120.00 | Child 4-14yrs $60.00 | Family 2A+2C $300.00
Adult $120|Child4-14yrs $60
Family 2A+2C $300
Departs daily 1.00pm – 5.00pm
Green Island is a beautiful island on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef only 45 minutes ferry ride from Cairns. It is a Marine National Park uniquely rainforested and surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life.
Adult $120.00 | Child4-14yrs $60.00 | Family 2A+2C $300.00
Adult $279| Child $220 4-14yrs
Departs Daily 8.00 am – 5.00 pm
Renown as the most exclusive, personal, customer-oriented Great Barrier Reef tour in Cairns with only 25 guests. Join this amazing personalised team on the 16.5 meter sailing schooner ‘Ocean Free’ for a day to remember on the Great Barrier Reef. Ocean Free sails you to Pinnacle Reef, an exclusive reef site located in the highly protected Marine Park zone just off Green Island offering excellent coral coverage and vibrant marine life.
Fitzroy Island Day Trip
A local favourite, Fitzroy Island is only a 45-minute fast ferry ride from Cairns. With multiple departure times (8.00am, 9.00am, 9.30am and 11.00am), it’s an easy and flexible option for families and groups. Prices start from $83 per adult, $42 per child (4–15 years), and family passes from $208 (2 adults + 2 children). Customers love Fitzroy Island for its clear waters, rainforest walking trails, and relaxed island vibe.
Green Island Day Trip
Just 27 km off the coast of Cairns, Green Island is one of the most popular Great Barrier Reef day tours. A 45-minute fast ferry takes you to this coral cay, where you can snorkel, take a glass-bottom boat tour, or enjoy a semi-submersible reef experience. Green Island has been welcoming visitors for over 30 years with trusted operators like Big Cat Cruises and Great Adventures. Departure times run throughout the day (8.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 11.00am & 1.00pm), making it easy to plan around your schedule.
Frankland Islands Day Trip
Consistently rated a customer favourite for its unspoiled beauty, Frankland Islands offers long white sandy beaches, a guided snorkel tour, and regular turtle sightings. With just one operator and a maximum of 80 guests allowed at a time, this island paradise is never crowded, giving you a truly unique and intimate Great Barrier Reef experience.
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🌴 Local Since 1995
For over 28 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Cairns with thousands of travellers, offering authentic, community-connected tour experiences.
👩🏫 Expert Local Guides
Our passionate Cairns tour guides are storytellers, historians, and nature enthusiasts. With deep local knowledge, they bring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns’ tropical heritage to life, ensuring an unforgettable and educational experience.
