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Cairns Family Friendly Tours

Reef and Island • Moore Reef & Fitzroy Island

Adult $337.00 | Child ( 4 - 16yrs ) $169.00 | Kids 50% OFF $92.50 | Family 2A+2C $859.00 | $0.00 10 Adult $5 Child Fuel Levy
8:00 am
4:30 pm
Special Deal
Kids 4-16yrs 50% OFF
Underwater observatory experience on Great Barrier Reef tour
Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns with Sunlover Cruises
Underwater observatory experience on Great Barrier Reef tour
Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns with Sunlover Cruises

Departs Cairns 8.00am – 4.30pm
Kids 50% off
Adult $10 Child $5 Fuel Levy

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.

Join us for a unique outer reef tour where the Sunlover catamaran docks alongside a floating pontoon stationed in a natural lagoon fringed with beautiful coral. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, family traveller, experienced diver or on your first trip to the Great Barrier Reef, our expert team will deliver a unique reef tour experience for you. Experience the ultimate adventure combining 2.5 hours at Moore Reef pontoon on the Outer Barrier Reef + 2.5 hours at Fitzroy Island in a day! Moore reef has all of our standard inclusions with time at Fitzroy Island to relax & unwind including lunch.

Moore Reef & Fitzroy Island inclusions:

  • Travel on air-conditioned catamaran
  • All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction, including Lycra Suit & Buoyancy Vest at Moore Reef only
  • Complimentary tea & coffee on boarding & while stationary at the reef pontoon
  • 2.5 hours reef time + 1.5 hours island time in addition to lunch time on the Island
  • Tropical Buffet Lunch included
  • Full bar facilities
  • Freshwater showers and change rooms on Moore Reef pontoon
  • Free WIFI on board vessel
  • Upper-level sun deck
  • Full access to the Sunlover waterslide
  • Snorkelling rest stations
  • Enclosed ocean pool for children
  • Glass bottom boat tours at Moore Reef pontoon
  • Semi-submersible Tours  (Subject to weather conditions)
  • Marine naturalist presentation
  • Marine life touch tank
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentation
  • Access to self-guided National Park walks and pristine beaches on Fitzroy Island

N.B. No refund will be provided if the semi-submersible tour or glass bottom boat tour is not operated due to weather or mechanical issues.

Itinerary:

  • 7am – 7.30am Check in Reef Fleet Terminal – 1 Spence st  Cairns
  • 8am Departure for Moore Reef Pontoon
  • 9.30am Arrive at Moore Reef Pontoon
  • 2.5 Hours of Pontoon activities
  • 12 noon Re-board vessel and depart Moore Reef
  • 12.15pm Arrive Fitzroy island
  • 12.30-1.30pm Lunch on board vessel.
  • Free time on Island to snorkel, swim and enjoy Rainforest Walks
  • 3.30pm Depart Fitzroy Island
  • 4.30pm Arrive back in CairnsAbove schedule is subject to change

Seawalker Helmet Dive $149.00 per person 12 yrs+
Perfect for Non swimmers Immerse yourself in the mesmerising underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef without even getting your hair wet! Our fully escorted Seawalker helmet dive allows you to descend 3.5 meters below sea level and walk along our underwater platform surrounded by breathtaking reef fish. Our experienced PADI dive instructors ensure your safety and enjoyment throughout the entire journey. Guests aged 12 and over can participate, and we even have a skilled photographer available to capture your unforgettable underwater adventure.

Seawalker helmet diving is a fantastic option for those who are not able to swim but want a truly unique reef experience.PLEASE READ dive medical before booking any dives. This will be required to be completed on the day of travel. View Dive Medical.pdf

Guided snorkel tour Adult $65.00 Child $45.00 Family $220.00
Perfect for VIP Experience • Marine Education
At Moore Reef
; Embark on our exclusive guided Great Barrier Reef snorkel tour, where a marine expert guides you on a personal 35-minute snorkelling tour of the reef, exploring areas not accessible by others and highlighting brilliant corals and fascinating marine life in a small group of up to six guests. Learn about the Great Barrier Reef marine ecosystem on this guided tour suitable for all abilities, including those who need assistance in the water. Spot Nemo the clownfish, giant clams, rare species of fish and coral, sea turtles and much more

10 minute Scenic Heli Flight $200.00 per person 2 yrs+
Infant age 0-1 years on parents lap (Legally must occupy a seat from 2nd birthday)
A spectacular bird’s-eye view of the outer Great Barrier Reef. It’s a short flight, but it delivers the classic reef-from-the-air perspective visitors come to Cairns hoping to see.

Turtle Rehabilitation Centre $23.00 per person (closed Mondays)
All proceeds are donated back to Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.

Guided Island Kayak Tour $65.00 per person
NOT suitable
for Non swimmers / Minimum age 8 years

 

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

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🗓️ Flexible Cancellations

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🌴 Local Since 1995

For over 30 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Far North Queensland travellers from around the world. Based in Cairns, we offer authentic tour experiences backed by genuine local knowledge and long standing connections to the region.

👩‍🏫 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.

Rena Keeney
Rena Keeney
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Seka Mrkonja
Seka Mrkonja
1 month ago
Highly recommended!
karen McArthur
karen McArthur
15 days ago
We went on a tour with Discovery Tours today, doing the Mossman Gorge, Daintree / Daintree River Cruise, finishing of visiting Cape Tribulation… Our driver was James, who was exceptional. Giving running commentary along the trip. Guiding his group of people through all the different areas. Thanks James, top job.
Rachael E
Rachael E
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Trevor Andrews
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22 days ago
We have just done the 3 day/2 night Cooktown and Cape Tribulation Tour with 2 friends. An unbelievable experience due to our fantastic guide Steve, who had so much local knowledge on everywhere we visited, especially historical info on the Palmer River gold rush in the 1800s, and Daintree Rainforest botany. Steve was such a good raconteur with friendly personality, who went out of his way to make our trip so enjoyable. Accomodation at both Cooktown and Cape Tribulation was excellent, with amazing setting of the cabins at Cape Tribulation in the rainforest right by the beach. Everything advertised for the tour and more was an memorable experience. Thank you so much Steve!
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