How do you get to Great Keppel Island?

By ferry from Rosslyn Bay Harbour, just south of Yeppoon — about a 30-minute crossing. Operators run daily transfers and cruises; you leave the car at the harbour. See our Rosslyn Bay guide.

What is there to do on Great Keppel Island?

Swim and snorkel off the beaches, walk the tracks over the headlands to quieter coves, laze on the sand, and take in the sunset. The island has 17 beaches and fringing coral you can reach from shore. See our snorkelling guide.

Can you snorkel at Great Keppel Island?

Yes — fringing coral lies just off several beaches (Monkey Beach is a well-known spot), with tropical fish, coral and turtles. Bring or hire gear; conditions are best on a calm, incoming tide.

Can you stay overnight on Great Keppel Island?

Yes — the island has a range of stays from cabins and eco-retreats to glamping and holiday houses (options change over time). Staying lets you enjoy the beaches after the day-trippers leave. See our where to stay guide.

Is Great Keppel Island good for a day trip?

Excellent — a day trip from Rosslyn Bay is the classic outing: ferry over, pick a beach, snorkel and walk, and ferry back. See our Great Keppel day trip guide.

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Great Keppel Island

Seventeen white-sand beaches, fringing coral off the shore and headland walks to hidden coves — the Southern Reef's headline island, 30 minutes from Rosslyn Bay.

17 beaches15 km offshore~30 min ferryShore snorkelling

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