Can you see the reef from Fitzroy Island?

Book A Tour Today Fitzroy Island is one of the best locations for viewing the Great Barrier Reef in Australia with reef snorkelling just a short paddle from the shore.

Is Moore Reef good?

Moore Reef ranges from 1 – 25 metres in depth, making it great for scuba diving, with plenty of reefs that are great for snorkelling. It’s a favourite reef for many visitors, as it promises a huge variety of marine life, coral formations, and reef types!

How long does it take to get to Moore Reef from Cairns?

approximately 2 hours
It takes approximately 2 hours to get to Moore Reef pontoon from Cairns (with a brief pick up / drop off at Fitzroy Island).

How do I get to Moore Reef?

Fly by helicopter from the City of Cairns and along the rainforest coastline, before soaring over tropical Fitzroy Island and fringing reef. Continue over the formations of the Great Barrier Reef and secluded Sudbury Cay while searching for sea life en-route to picturesque Moore Reef.

What to do on day trip to Fitzroy Island?

Combine a Fitzroy Island day trip with our full day outer reef tour and you will definitely have the holiday of a lifetime. Spend an hour exploring the tropical paradise of Fitzroy Island before heading to the outer reef to Sunlover’s Moore Reef pontoon to explore and enjoy the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. All reef tour inclusions apply.

How long is the cruise from Cairns to Fitzroy Island?

Fitzroy Island is just a 45 minute cruise from Cairns on the modern Sunlover catamaran. Fitzroy Island is surrounded by a beautiful fringing Reef system that forms part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Is the Great Barrier Reef on Fitzroy Island?

For a completely different reef experience, book a trip to the tropical paradise of Fitzroy Island off the coast of Cairns. Rainforest covered mountains descend to unspoilt coral beaches and the calm sheltered waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Not to be missed.

Is there a sunlover cruise from Fitzroy Island?

Sunlover Cruises offers an Outer Reef pontoon experience with return transfers from Fitzroy island. Children including 15 yrs at child prices. Family rates also apply. The theme park style waterslide is great fun for families.