Frankland Islands in Cairns, Queensland, Australia | Boat tour agency

Frankland Islands

Locality: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 4046 7333

Address: 319 Draper street 4870 Cairns, QLD, Australia

Website: http://franklandislands.com.au

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25.01.2022 How are the school holidays going for you? Send your wild ones on an adventure with our pirate treasure hunt. Kids will have a ball following the treasure map around the island to discover its secrets and learning from our Master Reef Guides.

25.01.2022 The Frankland Group National Park is a part of the traditional sea country of the Mandingalby Yindinji and Gungandji peoples. The islands have a special significance for them, and they use these waters to fish, hunt and gather food.

25.01.2022 You can't beat snorkeling or diving with green sea turtles. Have you been lucky enough to take a dip with one of these amazing creatures? #FranklandIslands IG @Seeeeebob

24.01.2022 The tide pools on Normanby Island are home to all kinds of marine life. Our trained Master Reef Guides can help you spot the weird and wonderful critters living in the shallows and tell you all about their fascinating lives.

24.01.2022 Our favourite sound on the weekend. @belinda.n.x

23.01.2022 Look who we spotted hanging out in the tidal pool!

22.01.2022 COMPETITION TIME Wish you could relive your day at the beautiful Frankland Islands? Share your pics with us and go into the draw to win either a family pass or a trip for two so you can experience the island again! Just tag Frankland Islands on Facebook or Instagram to get in the draw. Entries close 30 November.... See comp Ts&Cs here: https://bit.ly/36fweiR

22.01.2022 Fun Fact Friday: As we head towards summer, you might like to know that water temps around the Frankland Islands are usually around 8 cooler than in Cairns, making it the perfect place to cool off!

22.01.2022 A turtle's favourite spot to be on #TurtleTuesday is surrounded by friends. @cairnsjp

22.01.2022 Pirates of all ages will enjoy our island treasure hunt

21.01.2022 Claire's son Jamie showing us how SUP is done! Remember to share your pics or videos with us by tagging #FranklandIslands to go in the draw to win another trip! We'll be drawing our winner next week. https://www.facebook.com/cdesat/videos/10159087205637853

21.01.2022 Have you taken advantage of our summer special yet? There are plenty of spaces available for this Thursday's trip - you could have this island paradise practically all to yourself! All-inclusive day tour: Adult $139, Child $59 Transfer-only rate: Adult $89, Child $39... Book now! https://bit.ly/3phoepM #FranklandIslands #HolidayHereThisYear #ExploreTNQ #ThisIsQueensland

21.01.2022 You can only find star sand in a handful* of locations in the world. In fact, it's also known as 'Okinawa Star Sand' as Okinawa, Japan was the first place where these organisms were discovered. Have you seen these tiny treasures for yourself? *pun intended

21.01.2022 We’ve been working behind the scenes to bring you an even better day tour experience so you can enjoy a stress-free day in paradise! Find out about coach transfers, extra school holiday departures and our new locals discount:

20.01.2022 The healthy fringing reefs surrounding the Frankland Islands are teeming with marine life. Come and discover this unspoilt destination on a day trip from Cairns.

19.01.2022 You're practically guaranteed to see turtles when you visit the Frankland Islands with us. Here are some magic moments for your #TurtleTuesday viewing pleasure!

19.01.2022 A treasure hunt for Halloween? Yes please! Kids of all ages can join our unique island treasure hunt while parents get some time to themselves.

19.01.2022 Go somewhere new these holidays - a secluded island where you can snorkel from the beach, take part in a treasure hunt , explore rainforest and rock pools, go kayaking and paddleboarding, and encounter all kinds of marine life. #franklandislands Visit Queensland, Australia Explore Tropical North Queensland Australia.com

17.01.2022 Who just can't wait for some much needed family fun in the sun! #countingdownthedaystilltheweekend

17.01.2022 We're proud to have Master Reef Guides on our team to inspire our guests to become protectors of the Great Barrier Reef. Find out more about the Master Reef Guide program here: https://bit.ly/3ks8qO3 Master Reef Guides Explore Tropical North Queensland

16.01.2022 Today is the first ever World Manta Day! We are so lucky to see manta rays fairly regularly in the Frankland Islands, in particular between the months of May - July. There's nothing like spotting one of these gentle giants in the water! #WorldMantaDay

16.01.2022 It's Friday and we're happy as a clam! Who's coming out for an epic day out on the Great Barrier Reef?

16.01.2022 Never snorkelled before? No problem! You can snorkel right off the beach at the Frankland Islands. We provide all the gear, teach you how to use it, and our Master Reef Guides will give you a guided tour to show you all the best coral formations and friendly marine life #FranklandIslands

16.01.2022 River, reef and rainforest - this is the only Great Barrier Reef trip where you can experience them all in one day!

16.01.2022 With a maximum of 50 passengers per day, it's easy to find your own piece of private paradise here

15.01.2022 Have you seen our star sand? It's not actually sand, but rather the shells of living creatures. They are made from the shells of Foraminifera which are part of the same family as amoeba. Foraminifera (forams for short) are single-celled organisms (protists) with shells or tests (a technical term for internal shells). They are fossils that have been in existence for the last 540 million years.

15.01.2022 Just a reminder that from next week, we're running on Thursdays and Fridays as well as weekends. Even more chances to spend your day in paradise Book now: www.franklandislands.com.au

15.01.2022 Wondering what a day out on Frankland islands looks like? Check out this TTNQ guide for all the details: https://www.tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au//guide-frankla/ Explore Tropical North Queensland

15.01.2022 We've added an extra departure next Tuesday 17 November! Escape the crowds and join us for some island time

15.01.2022 With over 200 species of coral around the Frankland Islands, we have some of the BEST snorkelling off the beach in Queensland!

14.01.2022 New year's resolutions - explore more, relax more, support local. What are your new year's resolutions?

14.01.2022 Master Reef Guide Mish snapped this common eggfly butterfly (hypolimnas bolina) as it joined us for lunch You can just see the iridescent blue and white spots on the tops of its wings. #franklandislands

14.01.2022 With our new family pass, a transfer-only option and a 30% discount for Cairns locals, weekends just got even more fun! #franklandislands

14.01.2022 We've been getting some STUNNING images for our competition. Don't forget to tag us in your Frankland Islands pictures for a chance to win a trip for two! Check out @conorsarran on instagram

14.01.2022 White sands, calm waters, coral reefs, tidal rock pools full of life and lush tropical rainforest. Could this be the perfect family day trip from Cairns? #franklandislands

13.01.2022 Have you explored our underwater wonderland yet? How would you choose to explore? Snorkel, dive, kayak or paddleboard?

13.01.2022 The coral gardens sourrounding Normanby Island are teeming with life and colour. Snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef with us!

13.01.2022 SUP girlfriend? Stand Up Paddleboarding is one of many activities included in your all inclusive tour with us! Have you tried it before? IG: @chantelleannita

11.01.2022 Corals like this Acropora coral colony can survive even the lowest of tides... by making their own sunscreen! They excrete a mucus layer that works as well as SPF 50 until the tide returns. The future of these shallow corals is always uncertain, but all outcomes benefit the island and its surrounding fringing reefs. If the colony is broken apart in a storm, the fragments will be pulled towards deeper water and most likely find a new home, expanding the reef and creating new... homes for young fish and invertebrates. If the coral colony is broken apart and pushed onto the beach, it will be part of the foundation of a growing island. Its skeletons will break down, allowing calcium back into the seawater where clams, crabs, and snails can use it to strengthen their shells, and even other coral colonies can use it to build their colonies ever larger! - Master Reef Guide Michelle See more

11.01.2022 Great News! We've extended our summer special until the 31st of January. All-inclusive day tour: Adult $139, Child $59 Transfer-only rate: Adult $89, Child $39... Come spend the day with us at one of Cairns' hidden gems! #FranklandIslands #HolidayHereThisYear #ExploreTNQ #ThisIsQueensland

11.01.2022 It's Friday! Do your weekend plans look like this? : IG/_sarahlatham

10.01.2022 Did you know that you can camp on Russell Island in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef? There's only a couple of camping spots so you get a deserted island all to yourself! Sounds like paradise to us For further information, give us a call on 07 4046 7333 Naoto Jack Fukushima

10.01.2022 We just can't get enough of these photos of 'cabbage patch' taken by our Master Reef Guide Naz!

09.01.2022 There's nothing more mesmerizing than watching a turtle swimming on the Great Barrier Reef. Have you ever swam with one? #FranklandIslands Kieran Buckley Photography

09.01.2022 Epaulette shark (Hemiscyllium ocellatum) in a rock pool. Epaulette sharks have the ability to turn off enough body functions to survive several hours with little or no oxygen which is helpful when they get caught in tide pools. Scientists are conducting research on this shark in order to find out how it works so they can use that knowledge to help stroke patients or patients undergoing heart surgeries. The shark's body is covered with many brown dots and 2 large black spots a...bove its pectoral fins. Those spots look like ornamental epaulettes on a military uniform (reason of the shark's name), and the 2 big black spots resembling large eyes. Eye spots or ocellus appear in many species, including butterflies (and butterflyfish), birds, reptiles and other fish. It is thought that they make the animal appear bigger and so more intimidating to predators. They may also help deflect attacks away from vital parts of their body. - Master Reef Guide Ale See more

09.01.2022 Have you ever tried kayaking before? Right off the beach with our team to guide you is great for first-timers

09.01.2022 Great news - your day in paradise just got even more relaxing! From the 12th of September we'll be operating coach transfers from Cairns CBD accommodation to our wharf at Deeral. Transfers are included in the price for all passengers.

09.01.2022 Take a guided walk around Normanby Island to learn all about the #FranklandIslands and the creatures that call it home. We bet you'll learn something new!

09.01.2022 Our Quality & Safety Manager Fabio Zerocal captured great footage of curious blacktip reef sharks coming in to say hi. Who else has the song "Baby Shark Do do do" in their heads now?

08.01.2022 We are Cairns' only Great Barrier Reef day tour that includes a rainforest river cruise! Start your day gliding down the Mulgrave River before a short open water crossing out to the reef.

07.01.2022 Great news! From 3 December - 11 January we'll be running on Thursdays and Fridays as well as weekends! Time to start planning your school holiday fun in the sun: https://bit.ly/31WsIJ0

07.01.2022 Paddle boards, kayaks, return transfers... our all inclusive package really has it all! More info here: https://www.franklandislands.com.au/our-tour

06.01.2022 How lucky are we to be in Far North Queensland? The forecast is for low winds and lots of sunshine all weekend long. There's no better time to head out!

06.01.2022 UNDERWATER Float, drift and glide above coral reefs full of abundant marine life. The perfect way to spend your weekend.

05.01.2022 "Oh, hello. It's just me, a giant moray eel - Gymnothorax javanicus if you're feeling formal - hanging out under a boulder coral." Some cool facts about eels from Master Reef Guide Alessandra: - they can swim backwards as well as they can forwards - they can absorb oxygen through their skin as well as through their gills... - they can survive for up to 2 days out of the water, relying on the oil in their skin! See more

04.01.2022 Our Master Reef Guide Naz captured this unreal picture at Normandy Reef at the very aptly named "Cabbage Patch".

03.01.2022 You never know what you might spot during our cruise down the Mulgrave River...

02.01.2022 Clare and her family visited the Frankland Islands with us and had a fantastic day! We love reading feedback from happy passengers - you can share your experience on TripAdvisor here: https://bit.ly/364FfNs

02.01.2022 Munch munch! Lunch time for #turtletuesday for this little guy spotted at Frankland Islands. Have you seen a turtle lately? PhlipVids

01.01.2022 Not a bad view. How does it compare to the view from your office? Tobi Oaktown

01.01.2022 Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef is such a bucket list item - have you ticked it off yet? @Marco Riserba