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Sunlover Reef Cruises

Sunlover takes you to the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island, do one or do both in a day! Get ready to discover the real Great Barrier Reef!
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Sunlover Reef Cruises is proudly Australian owned and operated. Since our humble beginnings in 1991, we have introduced over 1.3 million guests to the natural wonders of The Great Barrier Reef. Our eco-certified and award-winning tours take guests to explore two pristine Outer Barrier Reef locations, Moore Reef and Arlington Reef, which can be explored off our floating pontoons. Our Moore Reef pon

toon is lazily docked 40KM off-shore of Cairns and is home to the only water slide on The Great Barrier Reef. Moore Reef has an abundance of colourful coral, fish, turtles and everything on your reef bucket list! With four hours to explore this underwater wonderland, there’s plenty of time to take advantage of all our free inclusions, such as complimentary snorkelling equipment, guided glass bottom boat, semi-sub, fish feeding, underwater observatory and touch tank presentation. Snorkel with our giant resident Maori wrasse, Wally, or, if you're feeling adventurous, explore the depths of our coral gardens by doing an intro-dive. Alternatively, immerse yourself among schools of fish in our Seawalker experience. Our half-day Arlington tour is the only half-day tour to the Outer Barrier Reef departing from Cairns. Leaving at 8AM and returning approx. 1.30pm, this trip is the perfect option for those who don’t have much time but want to see the best The Great Barrier Reef has to offer. The speedy air-conditioned catamaran trip offers more time on the Reef and less time on the boat! Arlington Reef is one of the largest reef systems in the marine park and this little-know location is home to an abundance of stunning soft corals, fish, turtles and other marine life. Your three hours on the reef includes complimentary snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, fish feeding, kids pool, marine touch tank and light BBQ lunch. Those with a salty soul can indulge in an intro or certified dive, or ‘walk under water’ in our Seawalker experience. Those who prefer to stay dry can experience the beauty of the reef from our glass bottom boat, or fly high above the reef on a helicopter flight. See if you can spot the famous koala reef! As citizens of the reef, Sunlover is also certified as an official ecotourism operator and we take great pride in educating our guests about the importance of preserving this unique environment.

27/09/2024

Happy World Tourism Day! 🌍✨

At Sunlover Reef Cruises, we're proud to showcase the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef while promoting sustainable travel practices.

Join us in celebrating the rich biodiversity, cultural heritage, and community spirit that make our destination unique.

Let’s explore, protect, and cherish this natural wonder together! 🐠

26/09/2024

Dive buddies 🧡

Don’t miss out on the incredible opportunity to try scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef 🤿

Book your Introductory or Certified SCUBA dive here ➡ https://sunlover.com.au/diving/

26/09/2024

Our underwater observatory at our Moore Reef Pontoon offers a front-row seat to a world of vibrant marine life and colourful coral gardens 🪸

It's perfect for non-swimmers or anyone wanting a closer look at this underwater paradise! 🧡

25/09/2024

Swinging into paradise on Fitzroy Island 🏝️

The perfect spot to unwind and soak up the tropical vibes! Who else would love to be here right now? 🏝️✨

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24/09/2024

Meet the majestic giant clam, a true marvel of the Great Barrier Reef 🪸

Did you know these incredible creatures can weigh 200kg and live for more than 100 years?

With their vibrant colours and intricate patterns, giant clams are not only beautiful but also essential to the reef's biodiversity. Dive in and discover these underwater wonders! 🤿

23/09/2024

Greetings from Fitzroy Island 👋🏝️

From snorkelling in crystal-clear waters to wandering lush rainforest trails, every moment is an adventure waiting for you!

Don't forget to treat yourself to our Premium Buffet Lunch. It's the perfect way to recharge after a day of exploring 🤿

22/09/2024

We're certainly not exaggerating when we say Queensland is a turtle haven 🪸

Did you know that the Great Barrier Reef is home to six of the seven marine turtle species found worldwide?

These include the green, loggerhead, hawksbill, olive ridley, flatback, and leatherback turtles 🐢

Each species plays a vital role in maintaining the reef's ecosystem. For example, green turtles help keep seagrass beds healthy, while hawksbills contribute to coral health by controlling sponge populations! 🧡

20/09/2024

Join our team at Sunlover as an Accounts Payable Officer 🧡

Ready to bring your financial expertise to one of Cairns' leading tourism companies? Apply here ➡️ https://www.seek.com.au/job/78688347?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-1

19/09/2024

When you dreamed of walking on the moon but decided on the Great Barrier Reef instead.. 🐠👽

With our Seawalker Helmet Dive, you’ll explore new worlds filled with vibrant coral, curious fish, and maybe even meet a friendly turtle or two!

Who needs a rocket when you've got a reef adventure? 🪸 https://sunlover.com.au/diving/

19/09/2024

Adventure awaits at the Sunlover Pontoon! 🧡

Whether you're sliding into the reef on the only waterslide in the Great Barrier Reef, snorkelling with vibrant marine life, or soaking up the sun from the sundeck – there's something for everyone 🛝☀️

18/09/2024

Making new friends under the sea! 🤿 These snorkelers just met the local legend, Wally the Maori Wrasse 🐟

Sunlover takes you to the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island, do one or do both in a day!

16/09/2024

Family vacation on Fitzroy Island 🧡 A place where 'Are we there yet?' turns into 'Can we stay forever?' 🌴🐠

15/09/2024

🌞 School holidays are here in Queensland, and we’ve got the ultimate adventure for the whole family 🎉

Dive into fun with our best EVER EVER EVER deals for kids! 🐠

From snorkelling with colourful reef fish to splashing down our waterslide, there’s something for every young explorer!

Book now and make these holidays unforgettable ✨ ➡️ https://app.respax.com/public/src/?site=SRCPROMO&categoryId=203

13/09/2024

Sea you on 🤿🪸

Simply step off our snorkel platform and you'll find yourself in an underwater wonderland teeming with marine life 🐠

Ready to make a splash? 💦 https://sunlover.com.au/moore-reef/

12/09/2024

Girls just wanna have sun ☀️🍉🌴

Grab your mates and get ready for an unforgettable adventure on Fitzroy Island. Snorkel with the marine life, hike to epic viewpoints, or simply relax on the beaches 🧡

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11/09/2024

Beginning of forever on Fitzroy Island 🌴

Special moments as .burridge celebrates her honeymoon with crystal-clear waters, romantic sunsets, and unforgettable adventures on the Great Barrier Reef 💕

🎥: .burridge

10/09/2024

Visiting Cairns soon? 🌴👇

1. Soar high above the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic helicopter flight and see its beauty and size from a whole new perspective!

2. Spend the day exploring Fitzroy Island to experience the ultimate tropical paradise

3. Jump into an underwater adventure at our Moore Reef Pontoon, where you can snorkel among vibrant corals and meet the incredible marine life up close!

Which one are you doing first? 🧡

09/09/2024

If you have ever wanted to try SCUBA diving but do not have a license, this is your opportunity to do so! 🤿

During your dive, you will be guided through all the necessary skills and taken on a route chosen by your dive instructor where you will see incredible healthy, vibrant coral and encounter some of the marine life who call Moore Reef home 🪸

Our location at Moore Reef is renowned to be one of the most pristine sites and experiencing it by scuba diving is a moment you will remember forever!

Moore Reef + Intro Dive Combo ➡️ https://app.respax.com/public/src/tourinformation/MRINTROPKG

**Commencing 16 September 2024**

09/09/2024

Six of the world's seven marine turtles call our waters home! 🐢 Come and meet a few of these local legends on your next trip to Moore Reef 😍

📸: Tourism and Events Queensland

08/09/2024

Hike up to the Fitzroy Island summit track for epic views of Welcome Bay, Nudey Beach and the pristine rainforests of the island 🏝️

06/09/2024

There’s nothing like watching a turtle cruise around in their natural habitat 🐢🪸 We can’t wait for the next turtle encounter! Who’s in? 🤿

📸: Calypso Reef Imagery and Underwater Camera Hire

05/09/2024

Want to explore the Great Barrier Reef in a whole new way? Experience the magic of walking underwater with our Seawalker Helmet Dive 🧡

Learn more here ➡️ https://sunlover.com.au/diving

04/09/2024

Take this as your sign to book a trip to Fitzroy Island 🏝️

From snorkeling with vibrant marine life to exploring hidden nature trails and relaxing on pristine beaches, the adventure never stops 🌴

Don't forget to kayak around the island, visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, or enjoy a glass-bottom boat tour to see the reef from a different perspective!

Ready to experience it all? ➡️ https://sunlover.com.au/fitzroy-island/

04/09/2024

The idea of "walking" corals might sound surprising, but it's a fascinating survival strategy used by some species to adapt to their environment 💦

These corals can move across the sea floor by inflating and deflating their bodies, allowing them to tilt and roll to better spots for light, food, or safer waters. This unique skill helps them escape poor conditions, find the best location for growth, and even self-right if flipped over by waves 🌊

Just another reason why the Great Barrier Reef is full of wonder 🪸

03/09/2024

Get ready to make some new friends at Fitzroy Island 🐢✨

📸: Takuma - Smile Cairns

Address

Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5pm
Tuesday	7am - 5pm
Wednesday	7am - 5pm
Thursday	7am - 5pm
Friday	7am - 5pm
Saturday	7am - 5pm
Sunday	7am - 5pm

Telephone

+61740501333

Website

https://www.sunlover.com.au/

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Monitoring the Great Barrier Reef with the Eye on the Reef program 🔍 Each survey conducted from our Moore Reef Pontoon helps track the health of this incredible ecosystem, ensuring its protection for years to come. From coral assessments to spotting marine life, every moment contributes to the conservation of this natural wonder 🪸 📸: @pablocogollos_photography #SunloverReefCruises #MooreReef #GreatBarrierReef #EyeOnTheReef#LoveTheReef #InGreatHands #ReefProtection #ReefEngagement #ReefProtectionInitiative

Does it get any better than this? 🌴 Let us take you to tropical paradise, just a short ride from Cairns 🧡 #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #FitzroyIsland #TropicalParadise #IslandLife

The perfect end to a perfect day! ☀️ #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #CairnsAustralia #TravelReels

Forever on Fitzroy Island 💍

Beginning of forever on Fitzroy Island 🌴 Special moments as @chelsea.burridge celebrates her honeymoon with crystal-clear waters, romantic sunsets, and unforgettable adventures on the Great Barrier Reef 💕 🎥: @chelsea.burridge #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #FitzroyIsland

Visiting Cairns soon? 🌴

Visiting Cairns soon? 🌴👇 1. Soar high above the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic helicopter flight and see its beauty and size from a whole new perspective! 2. Spend the day exploring Fitzroy Island to experience the ultimate tropical paradise 3. Jump into an underwater adventure at our Moore Reef Pontoon, where you can snorkel among vibrant corals and meet the incredible marine life up close! Which one are you doing first? 🧡 #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #CairnsAustralia #ExploreCairnsGBR #SeeAustralia #TravelAustralia #ThisIsQueensland #ExploreTNQ #FitzroyIsland #travelreels

There’s nothing quite like it! 🐠🫧 🎥: @thedivingholliday #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #CairnsAustralia #ExploreCairnsGBR #SeeAustralia #TravelAustralia #ThisIsQueensland #ExploreTNQ #ScubaDiving #TravelReels

There’s nothing like the Great Barrier Reef 🪸 From colourful corals to curious turtles and fish, every snorkel or dive is a new adventure. Come explore this underwater paradise with us 🧡 #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #CairnsAustralia #ExploreCairnsGBR #SeeAustralia #TravelAustralia #ThisIsQueensland #ExploreTNQ #TravelReels

Fitzroy Island

Take this as your sign to book a trip to Fitzroy Island 🏝️ From snorkeling with vibrant marine life to exploring hidden nature trails and relaxing on pristine beaches, the adventure never stops 🌴 Don't forget to kayak around the island, visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, or enjoy a glass-bottom boat tour to see the reef from a different perspective! Ready to experience it all? ➡️ https://sunlover.com.au/fitzroy-island/ #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #FitzroyIsland

Meet the moray eel 🪸 From their sharp teeth to their secretive habits, these reef dwellers play a vital role in the underwater ecosystem 🧡 Dive in to discover what makes them so fascinating: - Moray eels team up with certain species of fish to hunt cooperatively - They have a second set of jaws called pharyngeal jaws, located in their throat - They have a protective mucus layer that helps them navigate through tight crevices in coral reefs 🎥: Pablo Cogollos Photography #SunloverReefCruises #GreatBarrierReef #MarineBiology #ExploreCairnsGBR #SeeAustralia #TravelAustralia #ThisIsQueensland #ExploreTNQ

Say hello to the underwater world from our Moore Reef pontoon 🤿 Not only will you get to see vibrant marine life and epic coral formations, but you’ll also experience the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef 🪸 #sunloverreefcruises #greatbarrierreef #coralreef #marinelife #marineanimals #underwaterworld #ocean #seeaustralia #australiatravel #traveltok #cairnsaustralia

Eye on the Reef 🪸🐢

Moore Reef is our backyard, so we are committed to looking after it for generations to come! At Sunlover, we have marine Biologists who conduct reef health and impact surveys that contribute valuable insights to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. This is vital to ensure the ongoing protection and sustainability of the Great Barrier Reef, helping to preserve its beauty and biodiversity 🧡 #SunloverReefCruises #MooreReef #GreatBarrierReef #EyeOnTheReef#LoveTheReef #InGreatHands #ReefProtection #ReefEngagement #ReefProtectionInitiative #seeaustralia #TravelReels

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There’s More Life on the Reef with Sunlover!

Sunlover Reef Cruises is proudly Australian owned and operated. Since 1991, we have introduced over 1.3 million guests to the natural wonders of The Great Barrier Reef. Our eco-certified and award-winning tours take guests from Cairns to explore two pristine Outer Barrier Reef locations, Moore Reef and Arlington Reef, which can be explored off our state-of-the-art Marine Bases. Our Moore Reef Marine Base is located 40KM off-shore of Cairns and is home to the only water slide on The Great Barrier Reef. Moore Reef has an abundance of colourful coral, fish, turtles and everything on your reef bucket list! With four hours to explore this underwater wonderland, there’s plenty of time to take advantage of all our free inclusions, such as complimentary snorkelling equipment, guided glass bottom boat, semi-sub, fish feeding, underwater observatory and touch tank presentation. Snorkel with our giant resident Maori wrasse, Wally, or, for a more indepth experience explore the depths of our coral gardens by doing an Intro or Certified SCUBA dive. Alternatively, immerse yourself among schools of fish in our Seawalker Helmet dive experience or explore exclusive areas of the reef with a Guided Snorkel Safari. Arlington Reef is one of the largest and healthiest reef systems in the Great Barrier Reef having been untouched for 20 years.J ust a short 90 minute ride on our air-conditioned catamaran takes you directly to our newly refurbished Marine Base for 3.5 HOURS ON THE REEF! Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and activities, it is the ideal way to view its bright, vibrant varieties of soft and hard corals & fascinating underwater community unique to the Arlington Reef. The clarity of the azure waters means that even those who don’t wish to get wet, can still enjoy a stunning views of the coral and marine life.

Private Charters

Arlington Reef is home to Sunlover’s dedicated charter Marine Base. As a charterer you have exclusive use of the reef and facilities with a choice of timings, menu, branding and enter-tainment on the world’s first dedi-cated venue moored on the Great Barrier Reef. Perfect for corporates, tour groups, celebrations, and even weddings!

More Care for the Reef

As citizens of the reef, Sunlover is also certified as an official ecotourism operator and and has long been committed to providing quality and enjoyable Great Barrier Reef experiences with the utmost respect for our environment.

Sunlover works closely with The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) in a number of ways:

• Eye on the Reef

We monitor our Moore and Arlington Reef sites for trends of change to the environment. We also show guests how to complete the Eye on the Reef Rapid Monitoring Survey through our Marine Biologist for a Day experience, which directly contributes to the collection of information about reef health.

• Crown of Thorn Starfish

We applied and received a permit in 2013 at the outset of the eradication program to allow us to actively participate in the suppression of the starfish, which pose a threat to the reef.

• Master Reef Guides Program

Developed to educate guests about the reef environment, we are committed to providing ongoing support to our expert crew in achieving this status.

ALSO

Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre

A voluntary non-profit organisation dedicated to the rehabilitation of turtles. Sunlover assisted in the set up of the centre through donations, and continue to contribute through fundraising, transport of volunteers, and assisting with turtle releases from our Moore Reef Maine Base.

Citizens of the Reef

As a founding Citizens Circle Member, Sunlover is a proud supporter of the Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef – “the world’s first collaborative and independent movement for the Reef”. Uniting interested parties from across the globe, this initiative is designed to inspire a collective approach to ensuring the longevity of the reef.

Environmental Management Charge

Did you know that you are making an important contribution towards the protection of the Great Barrier Reef?

$6.50 from your ticket to our Moore Reef Marine Base is given to the federal government to assist the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA), and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS), in monitoring, managing and protecting the Great Barrier Reef.