Experience Highlights
- Snorkel vibrant coral gardens at Moore Reef from a purpose-built pontoon in the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Cruise aboard a semi-submersible or glass-bottom boat for effortless reef viewing without getting wet
- Enjoy a premium tropical buffet lunch and relaxed island time on rainforest-covered Fitzroy Island
- Upgrade with pre-bookable adventures including scuba diving, helmet diving, snorkel safaris, or scenic helicopter flights
- Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
- Type: Group Experience
Sarah
Travel Specialist
Experience two of Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic environments in one seamless full-day adventure combining the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island. Departing from Cairns, this experience is ideal for travellers wanting to maximise their time while enjoying both reef exploration and relaxed island living.
The day begins with a cruise across the Coral Sea to Moore Reef, where a custom-built pontoon provides easy access to vibrant coral gardens teeming with marine life. Snorkel directly from the platforms into clear, warm waters, or stay dry while still enjoying the reef aboard a semi-submersible or glass-bottom boat. An underwater observatory offers another perspective on this extraordinary ecosystem, making the reef accessible to all comfort levels. For those seeking more adventure, a range of optional experiences at Moore Reef can be pre-booked, including guided snorkel safaris, helmet diving, introductory scuba diving, and scenic helicopter flights.
From the reef, the journey continues to Fitzroy Island, a tropical haven fringed by coral beaches and covered in lush rainforest. Enjoy a premium tropical buffet lunch at Zephyr’s Restaurant overlooking Welcome Bay before spending the afternoon at leisure. Choose to relax on the beach, explore short rainforest walking tracks, or visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre (subject to availability). Optional activities on Fitzroy Island, such as snorkelling equipment hire and guided experiences, can also be arranged in advance.
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