• Explore Fitzroy Island on a self-guided rainforest walk
• New multi-level pontoon at Moore Reef complete with supersized sundeck and the only theme park style spaghetti waterslide on the Reef!
• Snorkel straight off the beach and explore the stunning fringing coral reef at Fitzroy Island
• Coral viewing tours in a glass bottom boat and semi-submersible

2 in 1 Great Barrier Reef Tour Deal

1 Hour Fitzroy Island

Enjoy a quick, 45-minute cruise from Cairns Marlin Marina to beautiful Fitzroy Island aboard a spacious, air-conditioned high speed catamaran.

With rugged, diverse landscapes, pristine beaches and a surrounding fringing coral reef, there's something for everyone to enjoy on Fitzroy Island.

You'll have one hour on Fitzroy island to quickly explore the sites and be as active or relaxed as you like whilst you wait for the next boat ride for the Great Barrier Reef tour where you will spend the rest of the day snorkelling and scuba diving.

Discover unique wildlife and flora and soak up the incredible views as you hike along the island's many walking tracks; snorkel straight off the beach into the fringing coral reef and discover a world of diverse, colourful marine life and coral formations; or simply lie back on the white sand beach. 

After an amazing hour on Fitzroy Island, it's time to hop back on the boat and cruise to Moore Reef pontoon for five hours of fun on the Reef. 

Moore Reef Pontoon - Great Barrier Reef Tour 

Our boat now makes its way to our recently built interactive floating pontoon, or island fun park as we like to call it, on the Moore Reef.

She is 45 metres in length, and boasts one of the Great Barrier Reefs largest two-storey floating pontoons on the reef offering plenty of room for sunbathing, relaxing and enjoying alll the in-water and on the pontoon activities. 

Here we will be exploring the reef for the next four hours

Our biggest attraction for families and those who like a bit of fun is our new theme park style Spaghetti Waterslide, the only one of its kind on the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns, that will have you splashing directly into the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef.

This interactive activity platform also has two large dedicated dive platforms which makes getting in and out of the water quick and easy so you can enjoy snorkelling and exploring the reef at your own pace throughout the day. 

A hot and cold buffet lunch on the pontoon is included. 

Spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck or choose from a range of in water and out of water activities, including snorkelling, glass bottom boat ride and semi-submersible submarine tours, underwater viewing observatory, touch tank presentation, fish feeding presentation, enclosed kids pool.

Optional Extra Activities

Book for the guided snorkelling tours to learn all about the reef and the marine creatures, take a 10 minute scenic helicopter flight over the coral reef, try an introductory scuba dive or book certified scuba diving, and for something really unique book Seawalker helmet diving which is similar to scuba diving but with this you do not even get your hair wet and you do not have tanks on your back!.

In water flotation devices are available for individuals with limited mobility/non-swimmers. 

We highly recommend this Great Barrier Reef tour for non-swimmers as there are so many other ways to see and experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on our floating pontoon. 

Famous fish encounters are made here every day with Wally the photo bombing giant Maori Wrasse fish who is like a playful puppy and all of his other friends.   

Fitzroy Island Tour

Check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal between 7.15am and 7.30am and make your way to Cairns Marlin Marina where you'll board a spacious, high-speed catamaran for an 8.00 am departure on your Fitzroy Island tour.

Enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea on boarding, and then sit back and relax in air-conditioned comfort and listen to an informative reef presentation by a marine naturalist during the quick 45-minute journey to Fitzroy Island.

Fitzroy Island

With rugged, diverse landscapes, pristine beaches and a surrounding fringing coral reef, there's something for everyone to enjoy on Fitzroy Island.

You'll have one hour on the island to explore or just relax and take in the wonderful scenery.

Discover unique wildlife and flora and soak up the incredible views as you hike along the island's many walking tracks; snorkel straight off the beach into the fringing coral reef and discover a world of diverse, colourful marine life and coral formations; or simply lie back on the white sand beach. 

After an amazing hour on Fitzroy Island, it's time to commence your Great Barrier Reef tour and cruise to your floating Outer Barrier Reef pontoon base for the afternoon to enjoy four hours of fun on the Great Barier Reef. 

Things To Do - State-of-the-art Pontoon at Moore Reef

The state-of-the-art, multi-level interactive pontoon at Moore Reef offers a super-sized sundeck to relax on.

And kids (big and small) will love the theme park style Spaghetti Waterslide, the only one of its kind on the Reef, that will have you splashing directly into the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef.

This spaghetti slide has made this the most popular Great Barrier Reef tour for families.

The pontoon also has two large dive platforms which make getting in and out of the water quick and easy so you can enjoy snorkelling and exploring the reef at your own pace throughout the day. 

Get straight into some snorkelling action or relax on the sundeck and enjoy the hot and cold buffet lunch on offer before deciding on the free activities of snorkelling, glass bottom boat rides, semi-submersible submarine tours, paying regular visits the underwater observatory to watch all the snorkellers and scuba divers under the water, exploring the marine life in the touch tanks and talking to marine experts, listening to the informative fish feeding presentation, watching the kids enjoy the purpose built kids pool, enjoying the spaghetti waterslide. 

Snorkel on the Outer Great Barrier Reef

Snorkel amongst stunning coral formations and tropical rainbow-coloured fish that are unlike anything you’ve ever encountered. 

Take it easy as you float above the beautiful Moore Reef, or hold your breath and plunge deep to get a closer look at the magic of a giant purple clam, or clownfish darting in and out of a flowing sea anemone. Sea turtles and blacktip reef sharks are also a common site amongst the coral bommies.

It's here you will meet the famous Wally a giant sized Maori Wrasse fish that has such beautiful colours and a very cheeky playful personality to go with it.

He just loves to be in all your photos and to swim along with you and have a play. 

You will find lots of other fish are also as friendly like Wally such as the Parrot fish who also will not leave you alone as they are always looking for a bite to eat or to play. 

Bet you are thinking this is crazy fish do not have a brain, nor do they play, but our famous fish on the Great Barrier reef will change your minds forever!     

Glass Bottom Boat tour

The glass bottom boat tour is custom-made for learning more about the reef from a Marine Expert who drives you around the coral reefs and explains everything that you will see thru the glass at the bottom of the boat.

This is perfect for those who prefer not to get wet, aren’t strong swimmers, or are simply feeling a little waterlogged after snorkelling. 

No less detailed or impressive than a diving birds-eye view, you’ll view the stunning underwater world through the bottom of the boat, like looking through a looking glass.

View cabbage-shaped coral flowers; watch as sparkling yellow and blue parrotfish appear benath you. 

There will likely be more marine life than you can count, and you'll find out fascinating information from an onboard marine biologist about each species you spot.

Semi-Submersible Submarine Tour

Located one metre under the water's surface, the specially designed semi-submersible submarine tour will propel you in dry comfort to view all the coral formations and bommies around Moore Reef.

Enjoy thirty minutes of up-close coral reef and colourful marine life sights in air-conditioned comfort.

As part of the onboard submarine tour package, you'll also enjoy an interactive marine presentation, which you can listen to as you gaze through the windows at some of the Reef's rare marine species. 

Interactive snorkel adventure (optional activity)

Experience the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this interactive snorkel tour.

A marine naturalist will lead the tour and provide you with some fascinating facts about the diverse marine life you spot along the way, such as sea cucumbers, brilliant starfish and perhaps a sleepy ray hiding in the sand. 

Introductory scuba diving (optional activity)

Moore Reef and its world heritage environment are all about discovery.

And after snorkelling in this marine park,why not expand your experience and try your first ever dive.

An experienced instructor will teach you every skill needed for this endeavour.

With an introductory scuba dive, you’re guaranteed to see the reef anew as you descend up to 10 metersbelow the oceans surface to swim among the corals and fish.

This is something to really brag about to your friends!

I took my first scuba dive on the world famous Great Barrier Reef in Australia! 

Certified scuba diving (optional activity)

You haven’t scuba dived until you have scuba dived the Great Barrier Reef!

You'll be paired up with a dive buddy of equal experience for this unforgettable underwater journey.

Moore Reef is very well known for its spectacular dive sites where you'll witness an ever-present array of unique reef fish and stunning coral, spot clownfish (Nemo) colonies, sea turtles, and Wally the giant Maori Wrasse - the friendliest fish on the Reef!

Seawalker platform helmet diving (optional activity)

Seawalker helmet diving is truly a unique and very exciting way to experience the Great Barrier Reef without getting your hair wet.

No prior dive knowledge or experience is required and you will be guided on your adventure by a qualified dive instructor.

Unlike traditional scuba diving, Seawalker helmet diving enables you to breathe through your nose and mouth as you would above water. 

Seawalker offers all the excitement of scuba diving without getting wet and is ideal for non-swimmers.

Must be pre-booked and a medical form is to be filled out before taking the helmet dive

Scenic helicopter flight (optional activity)

You simply must take a helicopter scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef as it is exactly what you have been dreaming about with all those brochures and websites with the wonderful images.

You must simply see it for yourself and take you own amazing pictures on a low level scenic helicopter flight from the floating pontoon.

View the vastness and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef from above on a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight. See brilliant coral formations and spot groups of turtles, sharks and rays as you cruise approximately 500ft over the Great Barrier Reef and pass the coastline of Cairns. A must-do, once-in-a-lifetime experience! 

Tour Languages Offered

• Chinese
• English
• Japanese

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

8.00am departure from Cairns Marlin Marina

Departure Instructions

• 7.15am-7.30am: Check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal. 8.00am: Departs Cairns Marlin Marina for Fitzroy Island
• 10.15am: Boat departs Fitzroy Island for Moore Reef Pontoon for 4 hours on the Outer Reef

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Palm Cove

• Pick up time from accommodation will be advised upon booking

Destinations

• Fitzroy Island
• Moore Reef

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Operates 365 days a year!
Christmas Day tours incur a Public Holiday surcharge

Duration

Full day: 8.00am - 5.30pm
1 hour on Fitzroy Island; 4 hours on Moore Reef, Outer Great Barrier Reef

Available for Purchase / Hire

• Transfers to and from accommodation in Cairns, Palm Cove and Northern Beaches
• Seawalker helmet diving
• Introductory and certified scuba diving
• Guided snorkel tours
• Scenic helicopter flights (from Moore Reef platform)

Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium, Active

Restrictions

• Medium fitness is required for snorkel safari tour.
• Scuba Diving – minimum age 12

IN-WATER RESTRICTIONS

Scuba Diving Restrictions

• Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
• Participation is subject to a medical questionnaire completed on board with the tour operator
• Minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years.
• Flying after scuba diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended but preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.

Read more about Diving Safety on the Great Barrier Reef.

Scuba Doo and Helmet Diving Restrictions

• Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from helmet diving and scuba doo.
• Participation is subject to a medical questionnaire completed on board with the tour operator
• Minimum age for helmet diving/scuba doo is 12 years.
• Flying after diving: A wait of 12 hours is recommended but preferably 24 hours, if doing multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.

Read more about Diving Safety on the Great Barrier Reef.

Eco Certifications

• Hat
• Towel
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+ water resistant)
• Swimming costume
• Cash ($AUD) or Credit Card (VISA, MasterCard) for any onboard purchases
• Camera (charged)

• Family Fare: 2 Adults and 2 Children
• Infants travel free under the age of four
• Parents can take prams, strollers and capsules on boat

• Any bookings cancelled within 72 hours of departure will be subject to a cancellation charge.
• A 100% cancellation fee will be charged for (Free & Independent Traveller) passengers cancelling within 24 hours of departure.