Lady Elliot Island Day Tour From Gold Coast

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Glass Bottom Boat Tour

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Itinerary

5 Hours On Lady Elliot Island

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Experience

Round Trip Scenic Flights

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Snorkelling

Guided Snorkel Tour

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Marine Life

Explore Underwater

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Transport

Hotel Transfers

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Locations

Southern Great Barrier Reef

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Meals

Buffet Lunch Included

Overview

Discover the natural beauty of the southern Great Barrier Reef with this all-inclusive day tour to Lady Elliot Island from the Gold Coast! Your day begins with pickup from your Gold Coast accommodation, followed by a breathtaking scenic flight north towards the island where you can admire the gorgeous coastline and islands on the way. Touch down on Lady Elliot Island and get ready for a day of fun!

With 5 hours to explore the beaches and reefs of Lady Elliot Island, you can have a blast snorkelling, going on a glass bottom boat tour, and enjoying a fabulous buffet lunch. You'll have access to the day use facilities at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, and you can enjoy another epic flight back to Gold Coast at the end of the day. 

  • Full day, all-inclusive tour of Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef from Gold Coast
  • Embark on round-trip scenic flights from Gold Coast to the island, admiring the island and coastal scenery on the way
  • Have 5 hours to explore Lady Elliot Island with fun, guided activities and use of the resort's facilities
  • See the flourishing marine life by snorkelling, going on a glass bottom boat tour, and trying guided fish feeding

Your Sample Itinerary

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Pick Up In Gold Coast

Your day starts bright and early with a 6am pickup from your accommodation in the Gold Coast area. The driver will bring you over to a private terminal at the Gold Coast Airport in Coolangatta where you'll board your scenic flight to Lady Ellioy Island! Get ready for an amazing day, because Lady Elliot Island is a gem of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. This coral cay is famous for its pristine coral reef and abundant marine life, offering fabulous snorkelling conditions. 

aerial view of lady elliot island and surrounding ocean and reef

Scenic Flight to Lady Elliot Island

Fly over to Lady Elliot Island in style on your scenic flight from the Gold Coast! You'll be having a blast before you even touch down on the island, as the bird's eye view of Southern Queensland is breathtaking. Soak in the panoramic views of the Gold Coast beaches and the beautiful coastline as you fly north, and admire the lush landscapes of the offshore islands including Moreton Island and K'gari (Fraser Island). The flight is around 2 hours total and includes a light breakfast.

snorkelling swimming in the great barrier reef

Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Upon arriving at Lady Elliot Island, you'll meet your guide who will give you a quick tour and orientation. Check out the Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort and its day use facilities which you can access throughout the day. Once you're settled in, it's time to grab some snorkel gear and hop onto a glass bottom boat! On your guided exploration of the reef around the island, you can snorkel with marine life, learn about the unique corals, and view the underwater world from the boat's transparent bottom. This is some of the most beautiful reef in the area, so cherish every moment!

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Lunch, other activities, and return to Gold Coast

After snorkelling, head to the Beachfront Dining Room and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch including hot and cold food options. You also have a wine, beer, or soft drink included with lunch. Once you've refueled, take part in a fish feeding experience with your guide and learn more about the area's tropical fish. Around 2:30pm, you'll depart Lady Elliot Island and return to the Gold Coast on another scenic flight, where afternoon tea will be served onboard. You'll arrive back on the mainland around 4:30pm and have a return transfer to your hotel. 

What's Included?

  • Fully guided day tour of Lady Elliot Island from Gold Coast
  • Hotel transfers to airport
  • Return scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island 
  • Orientation tour of the resort
  • Welcome drink
  • Glass bottom boat tour
  • Guided snorkel tour with snorkel gear
  • Hot & cold buffet lunch including prawns, beer, wine and soft drink
  • Light breakfast and afternoon tea served on your flights
  • Towels, sunscreen and reef walking shoes
  • Use of day guest facilities including storage and showers
  • Environmental Management Charge

What's Extra?

  • All-inclusive day tour

Important Information

  • Flights depart from Gold Coast Airport in Coolangatta.
  • Complimentary guest transfers accommodations in Surfers Paradise and along the Gold Coast Highway between the Sundale Bridge and Coolangatta with the exception of Mercure Resort Gold Coast and the Royal Pines Resort. Guests staying outside this area can be picked up from a designated meeting place within these perimeters. 
  • Please only bring a small day bag that can fit on your lap during the flight as there is no extra storage.
  • The flight is around 120 minutes, departing Gold Coast at 6:45am and leaving Lady Elliot Island at 2:30pm. Flight times and directions may vary based on weather. 
  • All activities on the island are subject to tide and weather conditions.

Terms and Conditions

Please read our terms, conditions, and cancellations policy before booking your East Coast tour. 

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