Great Keppel Island Tour
The ferry across from Rosslyn Bay, 17 beaches, headland walks and snorkelling over fringing coral — the coast's must-do island day, all arranged.
A Day on Great Keppel Island
Great Keppel Island is the Capricorn Coast’s must-do, and our island tour makes it effortless: the ferry from Rosslyn Bay, a day among 17 beaches and clear water, a headland walk to a quiet cove, and snorkelling over coral you reach from the sand. We handle the crossing, the timing and the tips, so you just enjoy the island.
It runs as an easy guided day trip, or we can arrange an island stay so you linger after the day-trippers leave. Want the background first? See our Great Keppel Island guide.
The Island Tour
The essentials — the rest we tailor to you.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full day (island stays available) |
| Departs | Rosslyn Bay Harbour (coast/Rockhampton pick-up on request) |
| Crossing | ~30 min ferry each way |
| Highlights | 17 beaches, headland walks, shore snorkelling |
| Best season | Dry season (Apr–Oct); stinger suit Nov–May |
| Style | Private & bespoke; guided day trips |
Ferry, Beaches, Coral
A relaxed island day, paced to you.
Ferry from Rosslyn Bay
Meet at the harbour and cross to the island (~30 min) with a local operator such as Freedom Fast Cats — Keppel Bay opening up around you.
Snorkel the Coral
Head to Monkey Beach or a nearby cove and snorkel the fringing coral — fish, coral gardens and maybe a turtle.
Beaches & Walks
Walk a headland track to a quieter beach, swim and picnic — the island rewards a wander.
Ferry Back (or Stay)
An afternoon ferry back to the coast — or extend to an island stay for the after-hours quiet.
Plan Your Island Day
Tell us your dates, group size and pick-up, and we’ll arrange the ferry and the day and confirm pricing. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online. Keen snorkellers should also see our Keppel snorkelling cruise.
Great Keppel Island Tour — Quick Answers
What does the Great Keppel Island tour include?
A guided island day from the coast — the ferry across from Rosslyn Bay, time on the beaches, a headland walk and snorkelling over the fringing coral, with a local looking after the logistics. Enquire for dates and pricing.
How do you get to Great Keppel on the tour?
By ferry from Rosslyn Bay Harbour — a ~30-minute crossing on operators such as Freedom Fast Cats. We arrange the transfer and the timings so it’s all seamless.
Is snorkelling included?
Snorkelling the fringing coral (Monkey Beach is a favourite) is a highlight; gear can be hired on the island or arranged. Add a snorkelling cruise for the best coral spots.
Is the island tour suitable for families?
Yes — calm beaches, easy walks and shore snorkelling make it a great family day. See our with kids guide.
Can I stay overnight instead of a day trip?
Yes — we can arrange an island stay so you have the beaches to yourself after the day ferries leave. Ask when you enquire, or see our Great Keppel Island guide.
The Southern Reef, Sorted in One Call
Great Keppel Island, the Keppel Bay islands, Byfield’s beaches and the coast’s best days out — planned from Brisbane by the family that’s toured Queensland since 1974.
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