Keppel Snorkelling Cruise
Cruise from Rosslyn Bay to the best coral around the Keppel islands — snorkel with turtles and tropical fish, gear and guidance sorted, whales in winter.
A Keppel Snorkelling Cruise
For the best of the Southern Great Barrier Reef without a long ocean run, a snorkelling cruise around the Keppel islands is hard to beat. Cruise out from Rosslyn Bay to the finest coral spots, slip in over the gardens with turtles and tropical fish, and let the crew handle the where and how. We arrange it with the coast’s established reef operators (such as Funtastic Cruises and Freedom Fast Cats), so all you bring is your sense of wonder.
It suits everyone from first-timers to keen snorkellers, with glass-bottom or coral-viewing options for those who’d rather stay dry. Read the background in our snorkelling & the reef guide.
What to Expect
Coral, crew and clear water.
Best Coral Spots
Cruise to the finest fringing coral around the Keppels and snorkel with fish, coral gardens and turtles — crew-guided.
Glass-Bottom Option
Prefer to keep dry? Glass-bottom-boat and coral-viewing options show the reef without getting in.
Whales on the Way
Winter cruises often spot humpback whales in Keppel Bay en route — a bonus of the June–October season.
Run by Reef Operators
We book with established local operators who know the coral, the tides and the safe spots.
Plan Your Reef Day
Tell us your dates and group and we’ll arrange the cruise and confirm pricing. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online. Want the whole island too? See our Great Keppel Island tour.
Snorkelling Cruise — Quick Answers
What does the Keppel snorkelling cruise include?
A guided cruise from Rosslyn Bay to the best coral around the Keppel islands, with snorkelling stops, gear and guidance, and often a lunch or coral-viewing element. We arrange it with local operators. Enquire for dates and pricing.
Who runs the snorkelling cruises?
Local reef operators such as Funtastic Cruises and Freedom Fast Cats run island and coral cruises from Rosslyn Bay; we arrange your booking and the day around it.
Is it suitable for beginner snorkellers?
Yes — the fringing coral is shallow and accessible, and crews look after first-timers. Non-swimmers can enjoy a glass-bottom-boat or coral-viewing option.
What will I see?
Coral gardens, tropical fish, sea turtles and rays; in winter, humpback whales are often seen on the way. See our snorkelling guide.
What should I bring?
Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, a towel and a stinger suit in the warmer months. Snorkel gear is usually provided or hireable — confirm when you book.
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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