Join us for an unforgettable day tour to the incredible Frankland Islands, Cairns’ only River, Rainforest and Reef Tour
Your adventure with Frankland Islands Reef Cruises begins with a scenic journey from Cairns, where you'll pass through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest, sugar cane fields, and the iconic Walsh’s Pyramid.
Following a calm river cruise along the Mulgrave River, you'll experience the shortest open-water crossing to Normanby Island, within the Great Barrier Reef.
As the only tour operator with access to land on Normanby Island, you’ll have ample time to explore with activity options such as a snorkel safari, a semi-submarine tour, guided island walk, use of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Unwind with a beachside buffet lunch and return to Cairns in the late afternoon.
Your Day Trip includes:
Complimentary Bus Transfers:
Complimentary transfers are available from select Cairns CBD accommodation but are subject to availability. If the bus transfer is fully booked, you will need to arrange your own transport to the Deeral Jetty.
Self-Drive Check-In:
Please allow for at least 45 minutes of travel on the Bruce Highway to reach Deeral Jetty, 169 Ross Road Deeral 4871. The self-drive check-in time is 8:15am.The Turtle Islander departs Deeral at8.30 a.m.and returns approximately4.00 p.m.
Meeting point: Meet at Deeral jetty for check in. 45 minutes’ drive south of Cairns.
weather could have been better but had a good day anyhow
It was a most enjoyable day! We were a group of “older” participants and all of us thoroughly enjoyed our day. The staff were very attentive. We were told that the 1/2 hour sea crossing was going to be rough, but really it wasn’t. The fringe reef was good to see, and we saw lots of different colourful fish. Kayaks and paddle boards were available to use as well. The crew kept a watchful eye on everyone whilst they were snorkelling. Kelly took us on the island safari, and she pointed out lots of different sea creatures. She was very excited to see and show us cuttlefish! The morning and afternoon tea was more than sufficient and the lunch was great! All in all a great day!
We went today to Frankland Islands and had an amazing experience! The tour operators are super friendly, energetic and knowledgeable people who are extremely passionate in what they do and take safety very seriously. The snorkel safari was great, the reef at Frankland Islands is beautiful with gorgeous corals and abundance of different fish. We even saw two turtles which was our highlight! There were many different activities planned on the day and it felt every detail of the tour was very well organised. Lunch was superb as well as variety of delicious snacks served on the way there and back. Thank you for an unforgettable time!
First trip to Frankland Island and i had an awesome day. I did walk around the island, swam and relaxed at the beach. Great lunch was provided and it's delicious !
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Paul Dennis from Australia wrote on 06 October 2024
Franklin Islands trip
Well run, friendly crew and we were fortunate to have good weather.