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An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a small island with dense vegetation. 1
A boat on a calm river surrounded by dense forest. 2
A coral reef with diverse fish species and a large, textured coral formation. 3
A hand holding a box of food on a beach with a person in the water and a boat in the background. 4
Two people snorkeling on a beach with clear water and a cloudy sky. 5

From Cairns: Frankland Islands Express Tour

By Frankland Islands Reef Cruises
Free cancellation available
Price is £83 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Return transfers from selected Cairns CBD locations
  • Shortest open water crossing of any Great Barrier Reef day tour
  • Enjoy morning and afternoon tea onboard Wantaim
  • Optional extra for a packed lunch box - or BYO lunch!

Activity location

    • Cairns
    • Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 169 Ross Rd, Deeral QLD 4871, Australia | 169 Ross road, Deeral Queensland
    • Deeral, Queensland, Australia

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Express Tour without Lunchbox

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English

Short on time but still want to experience the best of the reef? Our Express Tour is perfect for those looking for a later start and an earlier return.

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:15
Price details
£83.02 x 1 Adult£83.02
Total
Price is £83.02
Until Fri, 17 Jul

Express Tour with Lunchbox

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:15
Price details
£111.55 x 1 Adult£111.55
Total
Price is £111.55
Until Fri, 17 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    30-minute calm water cruise along the Mulgrave River
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Morning and afternoon tea
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fresh water throughout the day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Up to 2.5-3 hours on Frankland Islands
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkelling equipment and tuition
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided beach-to-reef snorkelling or Reef semi-sub expedition
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Use of kayaks and paddle boards
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional extra: lunch box (special dietary requirements to be advised when booking) or BYO lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Snorkel Stars kids snorkelling tutorial and certificate
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guided Island and foreshore walk
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Kids treasure hunt
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Due to significant volatility in supply and operational costs, we reserve the right to collect a fuel surcharge prior to travel. This will be collected via email payment link ($10 per person, per trip).

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Bikes, Feeding animals, Fishing, Littering, Making fire, Pets, Pets (assistance dogs allowed), Riding the animals, Smoking, Touching animals, Touching marine life, Vaping
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Experience the exclusive River, Rainforest, and Reef Tour from Cairns with Frankland Islands Reef Tours. Begin your journey by boarding our comfortable air-conditioned coach in Cairns, heading south through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest, past fields of sugar cane, and alongside Walsh’s Pyramid – the world's tallest freestanding natural pyramid!

Enjoy a tranquil river cruise down the Mulgrave River, followed by a swift open water crossing to Normanby Island, one of the quickest routes to the heart of the Great Barrier Reef among Cairns day tours.

Frankland Islands Reef Cruises is the sole licensed operator permitted to land on Normanby Island, offering ample space and time for you to relax and explore. Customise your day with a variety of activities: embark on a beach-to-reef snorkel guided by our knowledgeable crew or discover the underwater world on a semi-submarine tour with commentary. Explore with kayaks or stand-up paddleboards, and enjoy the optional lunch box extra or bring our own!

After indulging in the sea and sun, board the vessel Wantaim for a leisurely return to Cairns, arriving back in the late afternoon.

Location

Activity location

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    • Cairns
    • Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 169 Ross Rd, Deeral QLD 4871, Australia | 169 Ross road, Deeral Queensland
    • Deeral, Queensland, Australia