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Full-Day Cruise Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef

Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland

Frankland Islands Reef Cruises are the only commercial operator allowed to land on stunning Normanby Island, offering ample space and time for relaxation and exploration. Customize your day trip with a variety of optional activities on our all-inclusive tour.

The islands are also home to several endangered species like the green turtle, hawksbill turtle, spectacled flying-fox, and beach stone-curlews. Explore the vibrant underwater world with 200 coral species around Normanby and Mabel islands, part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park’s total of 600 species.

On Frankland Islands, stars aren’t just in the sky—they’re beneath your feet! Baclogypsina sphirulata, known as Sand Stars found on Normanby Island, are typically rare and found on beaches across the Indo-Pacific. They’re often considered unique to Okinawa, Japan, but it’s our hidden delight that you can also discover them in a secluded spot on Normanby Island.

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Explore the pristine Frankland Group National Park, part of the Great Barrier Reef, featuring five uninhabited islands—Normanby, High, Russell, Round, and Mabel—surrounded by vibrant fringing reefs. Dive into a world of diverse marine life including 200 coral species found around Normanby and Mabel islands.

Your journey begins with a scenic coach ride from Cairns, followed by a tranquil river cruise down the Mulgrave River. Enjoy the shortest open water crossing to Normanby Island, where Frankland Islands Reef Tours offers exclusive access, being the only commercial operator licensed to land on Normanby Island. Experience a snorkel safari with our marine biologist, a semi-submarine tour with commentary, guided island walks, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a beachside buffet lunch. Relax on your return journey aboard the Turtle Islander, arriving in Cairns by late afternoon, filled with memories of your unforgettable Frankland Islands adventure.

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• Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Queensland Australia
• Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

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Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland

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