Frankland Islands Reef Cruises

Frankland Islands Reef Cruises' all-inclusive day tour offers the perfect mix of relaxation and exploration, making it the ideal choice for those seeking an island getaway. Your journey with begins as you board air-conditioned coach in Cairns, travelling south through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rainforest, vast sugar cane fields, and past the iconic Walsh's Pyramid, the world's highest freestanding natural pyramid. Next, enjoy a tranquil river cruise along the Mulgrave River before experiencing the shortest open water crossing of any Cairns day tour to Normanby Island, the most pristine island off Cairns and a gateway to the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Frankland Islands Reef Cruises is the only commercial operator licensed to land on the stunning Normanby Island, ensuring you can relax and explore the island with plenty of space and time. The all-inclusive tour includes a variety of experiences, including a snorkel safari guided, a semi-submarine tour with informative commentary, a guided island walk, kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, and a delicious beachside buffet lunch. Whether you choose to do it all or take it easy, you're on island time! Please note, due to tides, tours may depart and return later than scheduled on certain dates. Affected customers will be notified by the reservations team.