FERRY ROUTES
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The 13 most popular great barrier reef ferries, from quick island hops to full open-water crossings. Each one with sailing times, fares and who runs the boat, so you can pick the right deck and book it.
Moreton Island from Brisbane with ferry, resort access, 3 hours kayaking or 1 hour SUP, and wreck snorkeling.
Most Popular“Wetsuits weren’t provided and neither was locker so this cost us €30 extra for the day.”
Cairns to Fitzroy Island day trip with Sunlover Reef Cruises: ferry transfer, self-guided park walks, plus optional lunch, snorkel gear, and glass-bottom boat.
“Fantastic day out! Lots of turtles and saw one reef shark! The lunch box was delicious and had a great assortment of food!”
Ferry from Cairns to Fitzroy Island with 4.5 hours of freedom, plus optional snorkel, lunch, and glass-bottom boat.
“This experience was absolutely stunning. I had always dreamt of seeing the great barrier reef one day & this activity made it very easy & memorable. We also got to see the amazing little fishies underneath through the glass boat tour. I am not a good swimmer but always dreamt of snorkelling. The crew offered…”
Cairns to Fitzroy Island by ferry with optional picnic lunch, snorkel gear, and a glass-bottom boat. Go at your pace.
“Absolutely fantastic enjoyed the whole day. The staff were super informative and friendly.”
Round-trip ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island takes about 20 minutes, with an open return window for 180 days and easy island bus connections.
“Comfortable ride with plenty of seats either outside or under cover. Schedules coordinate with bus services on Magnetic, coming and going. Good terminals at both ends with helpful staff.”
Glass-bottom reef cruise to Great Keppel Island plus ferry transfer from Rosslyn Bay, led by expert guides, with time to explore beaches.
“Our very experienced skipper and tour guide, Max, made this a wonderful experience. He made sure we learned about and saw the best coral and sea life - even a couple of turtles. His local knowledge of the area, both past and present, was informative and interesting.”
Fitzroy Island day trip from Cairns by ferry: Welcome Bay snorkeling, rainforest walks, and 8 hours to relax and lunch.
Fitzroy Island day trip from Cairns with return ferry, a guided snorkel safari, and snorkel gear included until 4 pm.
Cruise Gold Coast waterways with HOPO, then enjoy a full day at Sea World Gold Coast with marine encounters and major rides.
“J’ai aimé la croisière et les commentaires du commandant. J’ai apprécié la visite à Sea World! C’était vraiment bien!”
Half-day Fitzroy Island trip with a return ferry from Cairns, snorkeling time, and Nudey Beach on a coral-strewn shoreline.
“Tour operators offered excellent service, the ferry left on time both ways. Very professional, the island is very pretty, Nudy beach was a perfect place to relax and have a swim.”
A half-day Noosa combo of lookout views, beach stroll, river ferry, easy bike ride, and calm kayak time in a stingray sanctuary.
“We took this tour with our three generation family. Our guide James was the perfect host. Everyone enjoyed the trip from grandparents to youngest 3 year old. I could highly recommend this tour.”
Secret Noosa tour with oceanview lunch and Noosa River ferry. Panoramas, wildlife, chocolate, and riverside history in a comfy day trip.
“This trip was amazing. We saw so many things that we would never have seen on our own, such as kangaroos and bull sharks, as well as some places such as the chocolate factory.”
Afternoon ferry to Fitzroy Island for trails, snorkeling, and Nudey Beach coral sand. Return trip included from Cairns.
“Fitzroy island was a totally different experience with the “coral sand “ nudy beach and rainforest treck , a must go for anyone going to cairns”
Pick a coastline and find the ferry that gets you across it.
