There are so many reasons why families choose the option of a half day tour versus a full day tour and some of those come down to the flexibility of the timings that helps to avoid fatigue for everyone. Half day family tours also help you to explore so much more of a destination if your holidays are short on time. Family tours are designed to cater for all groups and abilities and they are tried and tested by thousands of families young and old. On these half day family pages you will find family friendly Great Barrier Reef tours, Rainforest tours, Wildlife Attractions and Island tours. Explore all the half day family tours as recommended by the team at The Tour Specialists.
There are so many reasons why families choose the option of a half day tour versus a full day tour and some of those come down to the flexibility of the timings that helps to avoid fatigue for everyone. Half day family tours also help you to explore so much more of a destination if your holidays are short on time. Family tours are designed to cater for all groups and abilities and they are tried and tested by thousands of families young and old. On these half day family pages you will find family friendly Great Barrier Reef tours, Rainforest tours, Wildlife Attractions and Island tours. Explore all the half day family tours as recommended by the team at The Tour Specialists.
Short 45 minute ferry ride from Cairns to Green island, best value half day reef tour from Cairns. Choose from Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat tour or upgrade to do both.
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Half day Fitzroy Island tour on a 45 minute comfortable boat ride departing from Cairns each day. Enjoy a half-day exploring the rainforests and beaches of Fitzroy Island or book some snorkel gear and explore the fringing reefs.
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Green Island half day snorkelling tours depart Cairns in the morning or afternoon, spend two hours snorkelling the reef or joining a glass bottom boat tour.
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Sea Kayaking tours from Shute Harbour near Airlie Beach. Half day turtle seeking perfect for both experienced sea kayakers and beginner paddlers. Daily island tours.
Departing: Shute Harbour
Pickup: Airlie Beach
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As the sun starts to descend over the Great Dividing Range of Cairns, join our tour for some Aboriginal culture and meet your Mandingalbay Yidjinji guide.
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Learn Aboriginal culture on a half day tour departing from Cairns, come and share an unforgetable time with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people.
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Would you like to do something unique in amongst the Daintree Rainforest that is one of a kind in Australia? This small group half day tour will see you drift with the river current and snorkel in the cool refreshing waters of Mossman River.
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Townsville whale watching tours are also now available from Magnetic Island on our comfortable 20 metre boat.
Departing: Townsville city
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Leave the crowds behind with our half day Great Barrier Reef snorkelling tour. You’ll share your experience with only 24 fellow snorkellers on reefs that no other tour boats visit.
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2 hour sunset & shipwreck cruise,Magnetic Island. Cruise around the tranquil waters of Nelly and Cockle Bay.
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Half day snorkelling tours around Magnetic Island. 5 hours of exploring the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef corla gardens, beaches and bays.
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Relax, swim or kayak on K'gari (Fraser Island) with this half day tour ex Hervey Bay.
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Book a whale watching - swim with whales tour with one of Australia's most popular half day whale watching tours from Hervey Bay.
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Whale watching tours Hervey Bay Departing twice daily at 8.30am and 1.30pm. We will guarantee you will see whales.
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Whitehaven Beach half day tour. Morn or Aft - Depart Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island 2 hours on the beach.
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Magnetic Island lunch cruise sailing around the island and the Great Barrier Reef for a pleasant 4 hours of bliss and salty sea air on a 58 foot yacht.
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Port Douglas half day snorkelling tour of Low Isles.
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Sunset cruise Cairns. Get spoilt on arrival with a complimentary glass of sparkling, wine, beer or soft drink of your preference.
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Perfect family activity. Keen to see some of the most beautiful freshwater creeks and rainforest locations around Cairns? Have fun on our Behana Gorge pt Mulgrave River tours
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove
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Join our half day Crocodile tour to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures from Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas. Great day out for the whole family. Cruise ship shore excursion ideal for passengers docking in Cairns city.
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Port Douglas
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This scenic flight from Cairns takes you over the world’s biggest natural aquarium showing you the vibrant and ever changing colours of the Great Barrier Reef below.
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White water rafting on the Barron River in Cairns is a heart pumping fun experience for those that are game! Join us at Cairns’ premier white water rafting company as we offer a range of white water rafting tours for thrill seekers.
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Port Douglas
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Half day discover Cairns tour. Come and join us on Cairns most enjoyable half day tour – small journey through paradise. Jump on board and experience the vibrancy and spectacular beauty that is Cairns and the northern beaches of Cairns.
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Trinity Beach
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Flexible cruise from Hervey Bay suitabel for all ages. Choose a half or full day. Small group only with a maximum of 40 guests. Combine a fun filled day on the water with K'Gari (Fraser) Island time.
Departing: Hervey Bay
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Explore Magnetic Island on a small-group eco tour from Townsville. Snorkel fringing reefs, visit secluded bays and beaches, learn from Master Reef Guides and enjoy whale watching in season on this award-winning Discovery Tour.
Departing: Townsville city
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Small group half day trip to Dunk Island from Mission Beach, enjoy a high-speed boat transfer, guided snorkeling, nature walks, secret cave exploring and free beach time. A 4 hour adventure ideal for families and nature lovers.
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Skydiving indoors. Have you ever dreamt of flying? Now you can. Join us today on the Gold Coast for one of the most thrilling time of your life, indoor skydiving.
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This Gold Coast parasailing and jet boat tour is the perfect mix of aerial serenity and on-water action, designed for thrill-seekers and sightseers alike.
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Gold Coast Parasailing Adventure – Solo, Tandem or Triple Flights
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Take in Gold Coast city most iconic sights from the sky on a 5-minute scenic helicopter flight. This helicopter ride offers, up to 6 guests, sweeping views of the city and coastline, delivering a memorable experience.
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Experience the Gold Coast from above on a 10-minute scenic helicopter flight. Family-friendly and packed with breathtaking views, this aerial adventure showcases the city and its stunning surrounds in unforgettable style.
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Gold Coast helicopter ride south along the coastline to Byron Bay with a group of friends or family. A 60 minute return flight.
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Private Gold Coast 50 minute helicopter scenic flight for up to 6 guests. Luxury package with access to our V.I.P lounge and a glass of champagne on arrival. Extended 50 minute flight over North and South Stradbroke Island.
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Exclusive 70 minute scenic helicopter ride over Tangalooma Shipwrecks. Your luxury helicopter scenic flight for up to 6 guests starts with a glass of sparkling wine in your very own VIP lounge.
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The best 10 minute helicopter scenic flight on the Gold Coast. Fabulous family package up to 6 guests (weights restrictions apply). Ideal if you are short of time. Fits perfectly in all schedule with flight starting at 9.30am, last flight 4.30pm.
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Ultimate 20 minute aerial showcase of the Gold Coast. Premium helicopter flight combining oceanfront landmarks, hinterland horizons, and southern coastal gems all in one unforgettable journey for up to six guests
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Gold Coast 15 minute private helicopter scenic flight family package. Enjoy breathtaking views of Burleigh Heads, South Stradbroke, fly over renowned Surfers Paradise, Coolangatta and get a glimpse of Springbrook National Park and Mt Tamborine.
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Private charter 30 minute Scenic helicopter flight over Gold Coast city and Hinterland for up to 6 guests.
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See the Gold Coast in style with our 15 minute helicopter scenic flight, a family friendly attraction. Fly over Gold Coast and surrounding areas, an amazing experience with unforgettable views from above.
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Enjoy an early hot air balloon flight on the Gold Coast. Imagine floating across the silent early-morning landscape in a hot air balloon, but that's not all... your experience also includes a full hot breakfast at a Homestead & Vineyard.
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Cairns' Only Half-Day snorkel tour to the Outer Reef. Maximise your time in Cairns with our half-day adventure. Our fast boat means less time spent travelling and more time to explore the stunning underwater world of the outer reefs.
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Bring your sense of adventure for an exhilarating half day snorkelling tour to the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, where you'll snorkel the stunning Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches from Cairns.
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Hervey Bay half day whale watching cruise July to October every year
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Hervey Bay whale watching tours, intimate and guaranteed premium half-day whale watch cruise in Hervey Bay, operates July to October.
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Cairns’ only dedicated Whale Watching Tour with bonus free time on Fitzroy Island. Operating generally July - August. Includes up to 2.5 hours of free time to explore Fitzroy Island at your leisure.
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Hot air balloon rides from Cairns, Northern Beaches & Port Douglas is the cheapest and best value hot air ballooning in Australia! Cairns Hot Air Ballooning takes you over the beautiful Atherton Tablelands
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Port Douglas
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From Cairns this unique small group half day Cairns rainforest tour heads through some of Tropical North Queensland's amazing National Parks and rainforest spots that are not open to the general public, giving you a personalised and exclusive rainfor
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Sunset sailing from Townsville. Enjoy a small group of only 6 guests on a sunset cruise experience each afternoon with departures daily from Townsville.
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Yacht charters Port Douglas. Book a luxury private charter yacht in Port Douglas for a lovely lunch cruise on the Great Barrier Reef or the Dickson Inlet with your group of 12 friends and family or just a private romantic lunch for two.
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Custom designed for half day snorkel tours to a small group of islands called Low Isles just off Port Douglas, only 23 guests to snorkel around this beautiful group of islands.
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Exclusive 3 hour sand cay helicopter flight experience from Port Douglas land on remote sand cay on the Great Barrier Reef
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Luxury helicopter flight and snorkelling tour from Airlie Beach out to see the coral and fish at Langford Reef.
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Scenic flight Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach, 50 – 60 minute scenic flight from Airlie Beach to Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, Great Barrier Reef.
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Cairns charter boat available for fishing and snorkelling (up to 8 guests) as well as scuba diving (4 certified divers max), full or half day charter tour to the outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns Marlin Marina
Departing: Cairns
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Sunset cruises from Townsville enjoying a sunset sail across the Great Barrier Reef, see the sunset around Magnetic Island over a two hour period.
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A 1.5 hour sunset cruise around the waters of Hamilton Island is a great way to end a beautiful day in the Whitsundays. Join us for a captivating sunset cruise from Hamilton Island for 1.5 hours of luxury.
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Hamilton Island half day tour to the Hill Inlet overlooking Whitehaven Beach, Choose to book the morning or afternoon Hill Inlet tour.
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Half Day snorkelling tours from Hamilton Island to snorkel the beautiful fringing reefs of Hook Island. Mantaray Bay and Luncheon Bay.
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Join us on a 2 hour sunset cruise departing from Airlie Beach on a 64 foot Tall Ship.
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Airlie Beach & Whitsundays charter boats cater for groups of 15 to 206 passengers. Half day or full day charters, perfect for groups, events.
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Hamilton Island 1 Hour scenic flight to Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, then over Hook Reef, Hook Passage, Cid Harbour, Whitsunday Passage
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Sunset sailing tour from Magnetic Island 2 hour sunset sailing on a 60 foot yacht on the Great Barrier Reef
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Half day or full day private Aboriginal cultural tours. We style an authentic adventure with your own personal preference on an indigenous sightseeing extravaganza! Choose to explore the ancient Daintree, swim in Mossman Gorge, taste some bush tucker
Departing: Port Douglas
Pickup: Port Douglas
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Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the Kuku Yalanji still have with their land. Learn the history, culture and traditions of the local Aboriginal people and the area.
Departing: Port Douglas
Pickup: Port Douglas
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Jet Boats rides from Airlie Beach will get your heart-racing on our adrenaline-filled jet boat rides around Pioneer Bay in the legendary Whitsundays on the Great Barrier Reef
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Our Behana Gorge canyoning tour is a 100% eco-friendly rainforest adrenaline tour that has you canyoning, cliff-jumping, abseiling and rock sliding down the crystal-clear waters of Behana Creek as it flows down the beautiful Behana Gorge.
Departing: Cairns
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Stand up paddle boarding tour Mossman River north of Port Douglas. People everywhere are discovering the joys of stand up paddle boarding! It’s easy, great for core strength and yet so relaxing!
Departing: Port Douglas
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30 Minute Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Scenic flight from Cairns.
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Daintree Rainforest half day tour, Daintree river cruise and Mossman Gorge tour with a small intimate group and professional tour guide from Port Douglas.
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Visitors to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures are provided with an innovative approach to viewing and interacting with the native Australian wildlife in a safe and natural environment.
Departing: Cairns
Pickup: Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Port Douglas
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Swim with crocodiles, are you nuts? A simply wild new experience on offer in Port Douglas and Tropical North Queensland at Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas. Explore unique habitats, hand-feed iconic Australian animals.
Departing: Port Douglas
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High-speed jet boat action from Hamilton Island with sweeping turns, rapid spins and tight manoeuvres across the Whitsundays. This 30-minute ride delivers pure adrenaline, coastal scenery and flexible daily departure times.
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Relax on a private Gold Coast sailing charter with gourmet grazing, complimentary drinks and sheltered Broadwater cruising. Intimate & affordable charters perfect for couples and small groups. Morning, midday, afternoon and sunset options available.
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Discover the True Territory Tour: scenic helicopter flights, an airboat adventure, a jumping crocodile cruise, and a hearty pub lunch at Noonamah Tavern.
Departing: Darwin
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Discover the Top End with a scenic Darwin helicopter flight, a 90-min Wetlands Safari Cruise, and a thrilling 45-min Airboat Adventure across remote floodplains.
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From April to September, explore Corroboree Billabong and the Mary River wetlands with a scenic flight and safari cruise. Spot crocodiles, buffalo, wallabies, and abundant birdlife in the Top End.
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Half-day tour from Hamilton Island: ride to Whitehaven Beach, hike to Hill Inlet, and enjoy a guided Whitsundays walk. A scenic, adventure-filled escape perfect for nature lovers.
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Townsville half day whale watching tour. For a short time each year Humpback Whales migrate to Australian tropical waters to breed and give birth; view our 2025 departure dates.
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Save $30 and discover the best of the Whitsundays with a half-day snorkelling adventure and a guided tour to Hill Inlet’s stunning lookout from Hamilton Island . Book both tours together, enjoy a free lunch.
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Private Port Douglas seafood lunch cruise for up to 20 guests. We offer two departures times, choose an early lunch and depart at 11.00am or a later one by departing at 1.30pm
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