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Experience the rainforest, river and reef all in one day from Cairns with our exclusive day tour. Why Frankland Islands ? The Frankland Islands Team
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Here are just some of the reasons to choose Frankland Islands for your ultimate Great Barrier Reef cruise experience.

- Maximum of 100 people
- Tour includes a river cruise, reef and island experience
- Visit an unspoiled National Park island with a healthy and vibrant surrounding coral reef community
- We're the only commercial operator with a permit to visit the Frankland Islands
- Shortest ope

n water crossing of any Great Barrier Reef tour
- High staff to customer ratios
- Protection suits available free of charge
- Passenger safety is our priority
- Expert marine biologist on hand to explain the Frankland Island's unique ecosystem

We look forward to having you join us to visit our hidden gem on the Great Barrier Reef!

16/07/2025

🚤 Launching 28 July: Frankland Islands Express Tour 🌴

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new way to experience the Great Barrier Reef — the Frankland Islands Express Tour, perfect for those short on time but big on adventure.

Departing from Cairns, this half-day option offers around 2.5 hours on Normanby Island, where you’ll enjoy:
✔️ Access to kayaking, paddleboarding & beach snorkelling
✔️ Your choice of a guided snorkel tour OR a semi-submarine experience
✔️ Optional picnic lunch available for pre-purchase

Whether you’re fitting more into your itinerary or simply want a quicker getaway, the Express Tour delivers the beauty of the reef in a compact format — without compromising on the experience.

Prefer the full island escape? Our All-Inclusive Full-Day Tour is still available, offering up to 5.5 hours on the island, guided activities, and a tropical buffet lunch.

📍 Same island. Two ways to explore.
📅 Express Tour launches 28 July
🔗 Learn more and book at franklandislands.com.au

14/07/2025

Some places are beautiful in photos. Frankland Islands is better in person. The water, the calm, the colours — it’s an experience you feel more than see.
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09/07/2025

There’s something special about this place. It’s not just the reef or the views — it’s the feeling you get the second you arrive.

06/07/2025

Salt in the air, reef at your feet, and not a care in the world. If you’re looking for a reset, this is your sign. 🌊🩴

04/07/2025

Untouched. Unspoiled. Unreal. ✨

23/06/2025

BREAKING NEWS - Humpback Whales are here! 🐋

Our crew spotted two humpback whales yesterday off the beautiful Frankland Islands — a sure sign that humpback season has officially begun!

Each year, thousands of humpbacks embark on an epic journey from their Antarctic feeding grounds to the warm tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, where they mate and calve. This awe-inspiring migration is one of nature’s greatest spectacles, and the Frankland Islands are a prime viewing spot.

Seeing these gentle giants so early in the season means the migration is well underway — expect to see more breaching, tail slaps, and spectacular displays of whale behaviour in the weeks ahead. The Frankland Islands provide the perfect blend of tropical island adventure and stunning underwater ecosystems, with whale sightings enhancing your connection to this unique marine environment.

Don’t miss out — book your adventure now and discover why the Frankland Islands are one of North Queensland’s most treasured natural escapes — with a chance to witness the awe-inspiring humpback migration along the way.

16/06/2025

Somewhere between the beach and a coconut, I lost all my worries. 🌊🥥

08/06/2025

This Island Changed the Way We Travel 🐚 FNQ Adventures

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+61740467333

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https://franklandislands.com.au/

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Why Frankland Islands ? Here are just some of the reasons to choose Frankland Islands for your ultimate Great Barrier Reef cruise experience. - Maximum of 100 people - Tour includes a river cruise, reef and island experience - Normanby island is a National Park part coral cay continental island with a healthy and vibrant surrounding coral reef community - We are the only commercial operator allowed to visit the totally uninhabited Frankland islands - Shortest open water crossing - Staff to customer ratio is an average of 8:1 - Protection suits are available free of charge - Passenger safety is our priority - Expert marine biologist onhand to explain the Frankland Island's unique eco system We look forward to having you join us to visit our hidden gem on the Great Barrier Reef! The Frankland Islands Team