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Great Keppel Island Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
Highlights
- Experience vibrant coral gardens and marine life through the glass bottom, all without getting wet.
- Swim in Great Keppel's crystal clear waters, perfect for a refreshing escape on a hot day.
- Explore scenic walking tracks and discover the island's natural beauty at your own pace.
- Relax on white sands, soaking up the sun while enjoying the tranquil island atmosphere.
Freedom Fast Cats’ glass-bottom boat tour is a quiet, relaxed alternative for those wishing to view the wonders of the reef and spectacular marine life without even getting their feet wet.
This cruise includes a glass bottom boat coral viewing tour, along with insight into the history of Great Keppel Island. The Glass Bottom Boat Tour is a great way to get up close with the coral gardens, fish and turtles that call Great Keppel Island home.
The remainder of the day is spent on Great Keppel Island. Swim in Keppel’s crystal clear waters, snorkel straight off the beach, browse the village area, enjoy lunch at one of the three licensed venues, or simply laze on the white sands soaking up the sun. Aquatic activities and the many walking tracks to discover on Great Keppel Island will keep you busy!
Itinerary highlights
Great Keppel Island (Woppa)
The Glass Bottom Boat Tour is a great way to get up close with the coral gardens, fish and turtles that call Great Keppel Island home.
Tour details
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Available from 31 March 2023 to 31 March 2026
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Freedom Fast Cats
Freedom Fast Cats, located on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, provides daily ferry transfers and eco-certified tours to Great Keppel Island, a Southern Great Barrier Reef destination famed for crystal-clear waters and pristine white sands. In just 30 minutes from Rosslyn Bay Harbour, visitors step directly onto the beach and begin their island adventure in this true “Barefoot Paradise.”
Freedom Fast Cats have a diverse range of experiences designed for every traveller. Families, couples, and groups can enjoy laid-back scenic cruises, thrilling boom-netting, snorkelling tours, or glass-bottom boat experiences showcasing coral gardens and marine life below. With Eco Certification and the expertise of a Master Reef Guide and Marine Biologist, guests gain unique insights into the reef’s natural wonders and cultural heritage.
Great Keppel Island offers 17 beaches, hiking trails across 1,454 hectares, and snorkelling straight from the shore. Visitors can also hire snorkelling gear and kayaks, making it easy to explore the island’s bays and reefs at their own pace. Village amenities provide food, drinks, and essentials, making both day trips and overnight stays enjoyable.
As a family-owned business with reef history dating back to the 1950s, Freedom Fast Cats blends generations of local knowledge with a commitment to sustainability and accessibility, ensuring every guest feels welcome. Freedom Fast Cats invites travellers to uncover the magic of Great Keppel Island and create lasting memories.
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Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- QLD – Capricorn Tourism
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