3 Hour Sunrise Kayak Tour | Palm Cove

The Palm Cove 3 Hour Sunrise Kayak Turtle Tour offers a unique way to experience the Inner Great Barrier Reef Lagoon. Begin your day paddling from Palm Cove as the sun rises, making your way to Double Island Reef. Enjoy close encounters with green turtles, hawksbill turtles, and explore mangroves, coral beaches, and limestone caves. Ideal for all skill levels, this adventure includes swimming, wildlife spotting, and scenic paddling.

Overview Set out from Palm Cove at sunrise and paddle to Double Island Reef in about 20-30 minutes. Here, enjoy a chance to see turtles and marine life up close. Continue the tour by exploring mangroves or the north side of Double Island, depending on weather conditions. Relax on Double Island's beaches, swim, and explore the area. The return journey takes you back to Palm Cove or Buchan’s Beach, based on the wind conditions.

Features

• Kayak and safety gear
• Guided tour with experienced guides
• Wildlife spotting
• Visit Double Island's beaches

Begin your day with a scenic paddle as the sun rises over the ocean. The tour departs from Palm Cove Beach, setting the scene for an exciting start to the morning.

Arrive at Double Island Reef within 20-30 minutes and begin spotting turtles and other marine life. Spend time kayaking around the reef, getting up close to blue spotted lagoon rays, shovel nose rays, eagle rays, reef sharks, and schools of fish.

North Side and Mangrove Exploration Depending on the weather, continue exploring the north side of Double Island, known for calm waters, coral beaches, and a limestone cave accessible at low tide. Alternatively, paddle through the mangroves for a different view of the local environment.

Pull up on the resort beach of Double Island to swim, relax, and explore. Guides will lead you to various spots on the island, offering a mix of adventure and downtime.

Return Journey to Palm Cove to end the tour. 

Meeting Point & Times 
Tour departs daily from Palm Cove Beach at sunrise (exact time varies seasonally)

What To Bring

• Sunscreen
• Hat and sunglasses
• Water bottle
• Swimsuit and towel
• Comfortable clothes for kayaking
• Footwear suitable for getting wet

Additional Information
The kayak tour is suitable for all fitness levels and ages.
No prior kayaking experience is necessary.
Please advise if you require hotel transfers when booking.

Instant Booking & Mobile-Friendly Tickets Check availability & book here to secure your Palm Cove 3 Hour Sunrise Kayak Turtle Tour. Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking. If you require hotel transfers, please have your hotel name ready when booking so we can send you a pick-up time with your confirmation.

Special Child & Family Rates We offer special rates for families. Please check the booking form for up-to-date family pricing.

CHECK IN TIME: Please come 15 minutes before the tour starts
DEPARTURE TIME: 7:00AM (morning) 1:30PM (afternoon)
PICKUP TIME IN CAIRNS: 45 minutes before the tour starts