# Sunlover Reef Cruises > Sunlover Reef Cruises is an eco-certified Great Barrier Reef tour operator based in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. Operating since 1991, Sunlover is Australian-owned and runs daily catamaran tours from the Reef Fleet Terminal to Moore Reef Pontoon on the outer Great Barrier Reef and to tropical Fitzroy Island. Sunlover is an Ecotourism Australia-certified operator, Green Travel Leader, and member of the Ecotourism Hall of Fame. Tours include snorkelling, scuba diving, glass bottom boat rides, semi-submersible coral viewing, and a tropical buffet lunch. ## Tour Pages - [Moore Reef Day Tour](https://sunlover.com.au/moore-reef/): Full-day outer Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns to the Moore Reef Pontoon. Includes snorkelling, glass bottom boat, semi-submersible, waterslide, tropical buffet lunch, and marine biologist presentation. Departs daily from Reef Fleet Terminal. - [Fitzroy Island Day Tour](https://sunlover.com.au/fitzroy-island/): Day trip from Cairns to tropical Fitzroy Island. Packages from $124 including return catamaran ferry, snorkel gear, glass bottom boat tour, and picnic lunchbox options. Explore rainforest walks, beaches, and coral reefs. - [Reef & Fitzroy Island in a Day](https://sunlover.com.au/moore-reef-fitzroy/): Combined full-day tour visiting both Moore Reef Pontoon on the outer Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island in one day. The ultimate reef and island experience from Cairns. - [Half Day Reef Tour](https://sunlover.com.au/reef-zoom-half-day-tour/): Cairns half-day snorkel tour to Moore Reef on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Cruise or fly by helicopter. Ideal for travellers short on time. ## Activities - [Snorkelling](https://sunlover.com.au/snorkelling/): Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef with Sunlover. Equipment provided. Suitable for beginners and experienced snorkellers. Guided snorkel tours available with marine biologists. - [SCUBA Diving](https://sunlover.com.au/pontoon-island-activities/scuba_diving/): Introductory and certified scuba diving at Moore Reef. PADI-certified instructors. Minimum age 12 years. - [Pontoon & Island Activities](https://sunlover.com.au/pontoon-island-activities/): All included and optional activities available at Moore Reef Pontoon and Fitzroy Island including glass bottom boat, semi-submersible, waterslide, fish feeding, SeaWalker, and kayaking. - [Helicopter Packages](https://sunlover.com.au/helicopter/): Scenic helicopter flights over the Great Barrier Reef combined with Sunlover reef tours. Operated by Zoom Helicopters. ## Plan Your Trip - [Prices](https://sunlover.com.au/prices/): Current pricing for all Sunlover Reef Cruises tours, packages, and optional activities. Adult, child, family, and infant rates. - [Getting Here](https://sunlover.com.au/getting-here/): Directions to the Reef Fleet Terminal at 1 Spence Street, Cairns City QLD 4870. Check-in times, parking, and hotel transfer information. - [FAQs](https://sunlover.com.au/faqs/): Frequently asked questions about Sunlover Reef Cruises tours covering booking, cancellations, what to bring, dietary requirements, accessibility, weather, and safety. - [Groups](https://sunlover.com.au/groups/): Group bookings for 15 or more passengers. School groups, corporate events, incentive travel, and tour leader policies. - [Education](https://sunlover.com.au/education/): School excursion programs to the Great Barrier Reef with Sunlover. Curriculum-aligned marine science education for primary and secondary students. ## About Sunlover - [About Us](https://sunlover.com.au/about-sunlover-reef-cruises/): About Sunlover Reef Cruises. Australian-owned and operated since 1991. Eco-certified by Ecotourism Australia. Cairns-based Great Barrier Reef tour operator. - [Sustainability](https://sunlover.com.au/sustainable_tourism/): Sunlover Reef Cruises sustainability commitments including Ecotourism Australia certification, Green Travel Leader status, Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation partnership, and Reef Restoration Foundation support. - [Contact](https://sunlover.com.au/contact/): Contact Sunlover Reef Cruises. Phone 1800 810 512 or +61 7 4050 1333. Email res@sunlover.com.au. Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870. - [Local Deals](https://sunlover.com.au/locals-deals/): Discounted reef tour rates for Queensland residents with postcodes starting 48. Local ID required at check-in. ## Blog Posts - [How to See the Great Barrier Reef Without Swimming](https://sunlover.com.au/how-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef-without-swimming/): Options for non-swimmers to experience the reef including glass bottom boat, semi-submersible, SeaWalker helmet diving, and pontoon viewing platforms. - [Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef with Kids](https://sunlover.com.au/snorkelling-the-reef-with-kids/): Tips for parents taking children snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. Age suitability, safety, and family-friendly tour options. - [What Teenagers Love About Sunlover Reef Cruises](https://sunlover.com.au/teenagers-sunlover-reef-cruises/): Why the Moore Reef Pontoon tour is popular with teenagers including waterslide, snorkelling, introductory diving, and onboard experiences. - [Fitzroy Island with Kids](https://sunlover.com.au/fitzroy-island-with-kids/): Family guide to visiting Fitzroy Island from Cairns. Beach activities, rainforest walks, snorkelling, and what to pack for a day trip with children. - [Reef & Island in a Day – The Best Combo for Curious Kids](https://sunlover.com.au/reef-island-in-a-day-the-best-combo-for-curious-kids/): Why the combined Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island tour is ideal for families who want reef snorkelling and island exploration in one day. - [Coral Spawning Great Barrier Reef: Why It Matters](https://sunlover.com.au/coral-spawning-great-barrier-reef/): The annual coral spawning event on the Great Barrier Reef, when it happens, and why it is important for reef health and recovery. - [What Is a Master Reef Guide?](https://sunlover.com.au/master-reef-guides-sunlover-reef-cruises/): The Master Reef Guide program and Sunlover crew members who hold this certification from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. - [From Headlines to Help: How Weekly Reef Surveys Protect Moore Reef](https://sunlover.com.au/weekly-reef-surveys-trpi-moore-reef/): How Sunlover participates in weekly reef health monitoring surveys at Moore Reef in partnership with the Reef Restoration Foundation. - [Exploring Eco-Tourism with Sunlover Reef Cruises](https://sunlover.com.au/exploring-eco-tourism-a-journey-with-sunlover-reef-cruises/): Sunlover ecotourism practices, certifications, and commitment to sustainable reef tourism in Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. - [10 Easy Ways You Can Help Protect the Great Barrier Reef](https://sunlover.com.au/protect-the-great-barrier-reef-2/): Practical tips for visitors to reduce their impact on the Great Barrier Reef including reef-safe sunscreen, responsible snorkelling, and sustainability choices. - [Stormy Skies in Cairns?](https://sunlover.com.au/snorkelling-in-the-rain/): Why rain in Cairns does not affect snorkelling conditions on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Weather and sea conditions explained. - [The Ultimate List of Things to Do in Cairns](https://sunlover.com.au/top-things-to-do-cairns/): Activities and attractions in Cairns including Great Barrier Reef tours, Fitzroy Island, rainforest experiences, and local attractions. - [Why Fitzroy Island Should Be Your First Stop in Tropical North Queensland](https://sunlover.com.au/fitzroy-island-first-stop-tropical-north-queensland/): Why Fitzroy Island is a must-visit destination for travellers to Cairns and Tropical North Queensland. - [Half Day Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef](https://sunlover.com.au/half-day-snorkelling-cairns/): Cairns half-day reef snorkelling options with Sunlover including the Reef Zoom helicopter package. - [Dennis the Sea Turtle Returns to the Great Barrier Reef](https://sunlover.com.au/dennis-the-sea-turtle-great-barrier-reef/): The story of Dennis, a sea turtle rehabilitated by the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre and released back to the Great Barrier Reef. ## Optional - [Sitemap](https://sunlover.com.au/sitemap_index.xml)