Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Valid for Travel Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne: 15 October – 12 December 2026; 01 February – 24 March 2027

• Add from $100 per person for travel: 13 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 31 January 2027; 25 – 31 March 2027; 12 April – 10 June 2027; 14 – 24 June 2027
• Add from $200 per person for travel: 01 – 11 April 2027; 25 – 30 June 2027; 12 July – 31 August 2027

Valid for Travel Adelaide: 15 October – 12 December 2026; 01 February – 24 March 2027

• Add from $100 per person for travel: 13 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 31 January 2027; 25 March – 10 June 2027; 14 – 24 June 2027; 25 – 30 June 2027
• Add from $200 per person for travel: 12 July – 31 August 2027

Valid for Travel Perth: 15 October – 12 December 2026; 01 February – 24 March 2027

• Add from $100 per person for travel: 13 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 31 January 2027; 25 – 31 March 2027; 12 April – 10 June 2027; 14 – 24 June 2027
• Add from $200 per person for travel: 01 – 11 April 2027; 25 – 30 June 2027; 12 July – 31 August 2027

Blackout Dates: 31 December 2026; 11 – 13 June 2027; 01 July – 11 July 2027

Subject to availability. Other surcharges and blackout dates may apply during peak travel periods.

Sydney from $1299pp
Brisbane from $1299pp
Melbourne from $1399pp
Adelaide from $1699pp
Perth from $1799pp

Based on Mountain View Room Two Doubles view room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room Two Doubles from $100 per personview room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room Queen from $100 per personview room

Upgrade to Family Room from $150 per personview room

Package Terms:

*Airfares
Airfares are based on the best available airfare at time of publication and are subject to availability & change. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Air surcharges apply during Australian school holidays and other peak travel periods. Applicable charges will apply for changes. Tickets are non refundable at all times.

Accommodation
Please note the Family Room is not available for travel 01 – 31 July 2027

*Child Policy
Up to two kids 0-12 years of age stay free when using existing bedding (2 Double Rooms or Family Room only)

*Moore Reef Full Day Tour
MOORE REEF FULL DAY TOUR:
Departing from the Cairns, guests will travel approximately 54 kilometres in our air-conditioned catamaran to Moore Reef Pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, which is perfectly positioned and fully equipped so that any age or ability can fully experience the beauty of the reef with its abundance of colourful coral, fascinating fish, turtles & more. 4 Hours on the reef allows plenty of time to experience all of our free inclusions such as snorkelling, the Sunlover waterslide – the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef, glass bottom boat, an enclosed ocean pool for the kids, underwater observatory, fish feeding experience, & lunch.

Included in your tour
Snorkelling & equipment, semi-submersible & glass bottom boat tours, underwater observatory, touch tank & fish feeding presentations, waterslide, enclosed ocean pool, lunch + more

Transfers from accommodation to Cairns Marina are not Included.

What to Bring: Suggested items include:

• Swimming costume
• Beach towel
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
• Sun protective clothing such as T-shirt or rash vest, hat and sunglasses
• Cash or credit card for on-board purchases, snacks and optional activities (we accept AUD$, VISA, MasterCard & Amex)
• Camera (or you can hire an underwater digital camera from our onboard photographers Calypso Reef Imagery)

*Island & Reef In A Day Tour
REEF AND ISLAND FULL DAY TOUR:
Departing from Cairns, embark on a 1.5-hour journey aboard our air-conditioned catamaran to reach Sunlover Moore Reef Pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef. This pontoon is perfectly positioned and fully equipped to ensure that visitors of all ages and abilities can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the reef, with its vibrant coral, fascinating marine life, including turtles, and more. Spending 2 hours on the reef allows guests to partake in our complimentary activities, such as snorkelling, enjoying the unique Sunlover waterslide (the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef), exploring the underwater world through a glass-bottom boat, letting kids have fun in an enclosed ocean pool, visiting an underwater observatory, and experiencing fish feeding. Additionally, you can explore the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef through our Seawalker Helmet Dive and Snorkel Safari Tour or witness it from a bird’s-eye perspective during a helicopter scenic flight. The journey continues with a visit to Fitzroy Island where you will be provided with a Tropical Picnic Lunch Box, you’ll have a delightful 3-hour afternoon stay on this beautiful tropical paradise. Fitzroy Island is a favourite among Cairns locals, with 99% of its landscape covered in lush tropical rainforest, complemented by granite outcrops, open woodlands, mangroves, and coral-fringed beaches. Additionally, we provide snorkel equipment as part of this tour. To enhance your island experience, optional activities e.g. turtle talk, nature talk, rainforest walk and Kayak tour are possible to add on. Experience the best of both worlds effortlessly – the mesmerizing Great Barrier Reef and the serene beauty of Fitzroy Island, complete with a wide range of water activities – all in one single, unforgettable day.

Inclusions:
MOORE REEF INCLUSIONS:

• Travel on air-conditioned catamaran
• All snorkelling equipment & expert instruction, including Lycra Suit & Buoyancy Vest
• Complimentary tea & coffee on boarding & while stationary at the reef
• 2 hours reef time
• Full bar facilities
• Freshwater showers and change rooms on Moore Reef pontoon
• Upper-level sun deck
• Unlimited use of the only waterslide on the Great Barrier Reef
• Snorkelling rest stations
• Enclosed ocean pool for children
• Glass bottom boat tours at Moore Reef pontoon
• Semi-submersible Tours operation (Subject to wind conditions)
• Marine naturalist presentation
• Underwater observatory
• Fish feeding presentation

N.B. No refund will be provided if the semi-submersible tour or glass bottom boat tour is not operated due to weather or mechanical issues.

FITZROY ISLAND INCLUSIONS:

• 3 hours island time
• Tropical Picnic Lunch Box
• All snorkelling equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, Lycra suit, and life jacket
• Access to self-guided National Park walks and pristine beaches

General Terms:

Pricing
All prices are per person twin share unless otherwise stated, are in Australian dollars, are correct at the time of publication & are subject to change without notice. Flights are not included unless otherwise stated & if included, are economy class unless otherwise stated. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable.

Cancellation Charges
Please note, cancelled bookings will incur charges. Our travel service providers are entitled to impose cancellation charges, which can be up to 100% of the amount paid to them for the relevant service, regardless of whether travel has commenced. If any refunds are received from travel service providers, they will be passed on to you, less a minimum cancellation fee. Please refer to the Cancellation Policy on general terms & conditions.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. Ask one of our ALDI Holidays experts about our great value coverage options.

Valued Up To
The ‘valued up to’ has been determined based on the hotel’s full retail rates, non-promotional published airfares, and the full retail value of inclusions, as found on direct supplier sites and such sites as Hotels Combined, Expedia or Wotif.com. Please be advised that depending on the timing and manner of your booking these rates can change and therefore the ‘valued up to’ is only indicative.

General Terms & Conditions
In addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined above, upon purchase, this package is subject to general terms & conditions.