Summer is, cruising great islands!
And what better place to do this, than around the jewel herself, Great Keppel Island, Capricorn Coast!
So, this is your cue to stop scrolling and just book one of these outstanding cruises. Make your way to the blissful town of Yeppoon in Central Queensland, only 40 min drive from Rockhampton and the jumping off point to exploring Queensland’s most magnificent islands and the Southern Great Barrier Reef. This beautiful bay of islands lies a mere 30-minute power boat transfer from the mainland, which means you spend more time exploring and less time in transit!
ADVENTURE CRUISE TO GREAT KEPPEL ISLAND
$159 p/adult – 7 hours duration (approx)
Do your parents still reminisce about their boomnetting days? Let them relive the thrill with a Freedom Fast Cats ‘Adventure Cruise’ to Great Keppel Island. This day tour is a combo of all the best activities on offer, including; snorkeling, coral viewing through a glass-bottom boat, boomnetting (it’s like a spa in the ocean) and a classic Aussie lunch. Spend time exploring Great Keppel Island, then sit back and relax as you cruise through its stunning bays. Departing Yeppoon multiple times per week. This is also the perfect cruise for those who don’t feel like getting in the water.
Freedom Fast Cats also offer, a Coral Lunch Cruise, a Lunch Cruise and daily Ferry Transfers to Great Keppel Island.
CATAMARAN DAY CRUISE
$180 p/adult – 7 hours duration (approx)
Funtastic Cruises in Keppel Bay is all about delivering unforgettable days on the water, exploring the pristine beauty of the Keppel Islands. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and relaxed vibes, this cruise offers something for everyone—from snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Southern Great Barrier Reef to cruising along the stunning island coastlines. With spacious decks and a welcoming crew, Funtastic Cruises makes it easy to enjoy island-hopping, wildlife spotting, and soaking up the sun on secluded beaches. Perfect for groups, families, or solo adventurers.
Or if you don’t have a full day to spare, a Sunset Cruise (from $75 p/adult) will treat you to vibrant skies and create the perfect end to your day. Departing Yeppoon daily.
GLASS BOTTOMED BOAT CRUISE
$94 p/adult – 5 hours duration (approx)
Discover the beauty of the Southern Great Barrier Reef with Freedom Fast Cats’ Glass Bottomed Boat Tour! Perfect for all ages, this unique tour lets you view vibrant coral reefs and marine life without getting wet. You’ll enjoy a relaxed ride over crystal-clear waters, learning about local wildlife and reef ecology from expert guides. It’s an unforgettable, family-friendly way to explore Australia’s marine wonder. Ready to dive in? This tour departs Yeppoon daily. Learn more and book your adventure now.
KEPPEL EXPLORER – ISLAND HOPPING DAY TOUR
$180 p/seat – 5 hours duration (approx)
The Keppel Explorer tour is the ultimate way to experience the natural beauty and hidden gems of Keppel Bay. This adventure-packed tour takes you around the spectacular Keppel Islands, offering close encounters with secluded beaches, dramatic cliffs, and vibrant coral reefs. As you cruise, you’ll have opportunities to snorkel in crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life, take in panoramic views of untouched coastlines, and discover the pristine beauty of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.
The small group, exclusive boat tours are the only way to visit many of the Keppel Islands secret spots and the only circumnavigating boat tour around Great Keppel Island. Departing Yeppoon daily.
KRAKEN ADVENTURE – FAST BOAT EXPERIENCE
$175 p/adult – 5 hours duration (approx)
If you are after a faster pace than sailing, why not discover Funtastic’s new fast boat experience: The Kraken Adventure. Feel the thrill of gliding over the vibrant blue waters of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, with the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and the stunning Keppel Islands on the horizon. This isn’t just any boat trip—it’s a fast, comfortable adventure that takes you right into the heart of one of Australia’s most beautiful archipelagos. Departing Yeppoon daily.
GREAT KEPPEL ISLAND DAY VISIT (inc Lunch & Snorkel Gear)
from $110 p/adult – 7 hours duration (approx)
Looking for a super laid back, relaxed, lazy day? Why not book a day visit to Great Keppel Island with Keppel Konnections. This day visit includes your lunch and a beverage from Great Keppel Island Hideaway, along with snorkel gear from Keppel Dive & Watersports. Transfers for Day Visits depart daily from, Keppel Bay Marina, Yeppoon.
Great Keppel Island is a barefoot paradise, surrounded by fringing reef, easily accessible from the beach. Explore the island at your own pace and style.
INTRODUCTORY SCUBA DIVE
$185 pp – departing Great Keppel Island
Your crew will be grinning from ear to ear when you tell them you are going on a Scuba adventure. Keppel Dive offers this program off a beach and from their dive boat to explore the Southern Great Barrier Reef.
Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world and no prior experience with scuba diving is necessary.
Or if diving is not for you, the crew from Keppel Dive can also take you on a Guided Eco-Certified Snorkel Tour (from $65 p/adult) to check out some fascinating coral gardens, or an island Kayak adventure. Departing Great Keppel Island daily.
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