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Moore Reef & Fitzroy Island in a Day
Departing from Cairns, embark on a 1.5-hour journey aboard our air-conditioned catamaran to reach Sunlover Moore Reef Pontoon located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Perfectly positioned to showcase the reef's breathtaking beauty, the pontoon offers vibrant coral formations and an abundance of marine life, including turtles. Fully equipped with snorkelling gear, it also features Sunlovers' exhilarating 30-metre spiral waterslide for endless fun.
For those who prefer to stay dry, semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat tours provide an excellent way to explore the reef's wonders. Additionally, the pontoon's underwater observatory offers a unique glimpse into a stunning natural aquarium. Guests seeking extra adventure can enhance their experience with a guided-snorkel tour, Seawalker helmet dive, or a scenic helicopter flight over the reef.
The journey continues with a visit to Fitzroy Island, where a premium lunch buffet awaits at Zephyrs Restaurant on Welcome Bay. A favourite among Cairns locals, Fitzroy Island boasts a landscape that is 99% covered in lush tropical rainforest, interpersed with granite outcrops, open woodlands, mangroves and coral-fringed beaches. Snorkelling equipment is also provided, allowing visitors to explore the islands' vibrant marine surroundings.
This unforgettable experience seamlessly combines the mesmerising Great Barrier Reef with the tranquil beauty of Fitzroy Island, offering an array of water activities in one unforgettable, extraordinary day.
Itinerary:
07:00-07:30: Check-in at the Sunlover Cruises counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal
07:15-07:45: Boarding
08:00: Depart Cairns Marina
09:30: Arrive at Moore Reef Pontoon
2.5 hours Reef time
12:00: Depart Moore Reef Pontoon
12:45: Arrive at Fitzroy Island, Buffet Lunch
13:30: Lunch concludes
15:30: Depart Fitzroy Island
16:30: Arrive back at Cairns Marina
- Moore Reef: Return travel on an air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns to Moore Reef then Fitzroy Island
- Moore Reef: All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction, including Lycra Suit & Buoyancy Vest
- Moore Reef: Complimentary tea & coffee on boarding, while boat is docked
- Moore Reef: Freshwater showers and change rooms on Moore Reef pontoon
- Moore Reef: Upper-level sun deck
- Moore Reef: Unlimited use of the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef
- Moore Reef: Enclosed ocean pool for children
- Moore Reef: Glass bottom boat tours at Moore Reef pontoon
- Moore Reef: Semi-submersible Tours operation (Subject to wind conditions)
- Moore Reef: Marine naturalist presentation
- Moore Reef: Underwater observatory
- Fitzroy Island: Buffet Lunch at Fitzroy Island's Zephyrs Restuarant
- Fitzroy Island: Snorkelling equipment
- Fitzroy Island: Self-Guided walks and pristine beaches
Start: Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns
What to bring:
Please bring the credit card used & ID of the cardholder for verification at check-in. Hat, sunscreen and sun protective clothing. Camera. Swimming costume and towel. Credit cards or cash for food, drinks and optional activities. Light jacket for cool/windy days. Reusable water bottle. Walking shoes for hiking trails. Reef Shoes.
Conditions:
Child rates apply for 4-15 years. Infants 0-3 years travel free of charge and they must be included in the booking. No refund will be provided if the semi-submersible tour or glass bottom boat tour is not operated due to weather or mechanical issues. Passengers who are prone to motion sickness are advised to take necessary precautions such as motion sickness medication before travel. There are minimum age requirements for optional activities such as SCUBA diving. The only physical requirement is that you are able to move freely around the pontoon and catamaran. The water is accessible by stairs fitted with handrails. Our Great Barrier Reef catamarans are equipped with gangways for boarding from the Cairns Marina and to the pontoon. These gangways are narrow so it is advised that you get in contact with our team prior to your tour date to ensure your ability to board comfortably and safely. Disabled toilets are situated on the aft deck on our reef boats. There are also portable ramps for use to assist in wheelchairs crossing hatchways and onto the gangways as required. However, if you are going to Fitzroy Island, there is no wheelchair access available for this service.
Health & Safety:
If you have booked the Sea Walker diving activity as part of your day please ensure you read the medical checklist of requirements for participation on our website. https://www.sunlover.com.au/fileadmin/user_upload/Plan_Your_Trip_Health_Checklist_Diving_Medical.pdf. As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy environment, we are pleased to announce from 1st July, we will introduce a non-smoking and non-vaping policy aboard our vessels and pontoon.
Optional extra activities:
Moore Reef: Guided snorkel tour, seawalker helmet dive or scenic helicopter flight.
Fitzroy Island: Turtle Talk Presentation, Guided Nature Walk, Guided Kayak Tour, Guided Rainforest Tour or Kayak Hire. Please note that some activities may have additional terms and conditions for participation.
