Fitzroy Island Full Day Tour

Enjoy up to 6 hours of free time on Fitzroy Island!

Cairns, Australia

Duration
6 hours

Max Group Size
Varies

Minimum Age
All Ages

Fitness Level
Low/Medium

Meals
Not Included

Start & End Location
Reef Fleet Terminal

What's Included

Experience the rainforest, the reef, and a tropical island all in one day!
Return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island
Travel along the coastline
Up to 6 hours of free time on Fitzroy Island
Optional activities once on the island
More time to explore, relax, and play!

What's excluded

Snorkel Gear Hire
Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Picnic Lunch
Snorkel Safari
Snorkel Experience

What to Expect

The quickest and most effective way to get to beautiful Fitzroy Island is by ferry transfers from Cairns. This tour departs from Cairns Marina, where you'll board a comfortable vessel and cruise across the pristine reef waters. The cruise will travel towards the shores of Fitzroy Island on a journey that takes roughly 45 minutes.

Once on Fitzroy Island, you have up to 6 hours to explore its natural offerings. You have the option to take part in a range of activities on both land and water including snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours, kayaking, island adventures, and more for an additional cost. Unlike smaller coral cays or sandy islands on the Great Barrier Reef, Fitzroy was once part of mainland Australia. The island is largely untouched and protected as Fitzroy Island National Park, with walking tracks through the rainforest, heathland, and open forest to the Summit and Nudey Beach (one of the best beaches in Australia).

The tour departs at 9am and offers a full day of fun at one of Cairns' most popular and accessible Great Barrier Reef islands.

Optional extras include:

Snorkel Gear Hire: Hire snorkel gear and explore the fringing coral reefs in Welcome Bay and Nudey Beach with hard and soft corals only meters from the shore. Flotation vests & lycra suits are included.
Glass Bottom Boat Tour: Stay dry and book a ride around the island to see some of the best coral reefs around the island. Spot sea turtles and colorful fish as you are guided by expert staff.
Picnic Lunch: Freshly prepared picnic lunch by Ochre Restaurant & Tropic Spirit Catering. Baguettes or wraps, plus all options come with a piece of seasonal fruit, muesli fruit bar, juice, and a bottle of water. Dietary options available for vegetarian, celiac, gluten, pork-free (must call to arrange) No infant lunch available.
Snorkel Safari: Exclusive access to areas not accessible to other guests. A boat will drop guests and the Marine Biologist off at one of the abundant coral reefs Fitzroy Island has to offer. A great introduction to the reef with commentary — 50-minute tour including snorkeling equipment, lycra suits, and vests.
Snorkel Experience: Would you like to learn more about the Reef? Expert marine biologists will take a small group out to visit some of the abundant coral reefs Fitzroy Island has to offer such as Shark Fin Bay. A boat will take the group out for an approx 35-minute snorkel tour and all equipment is supplied. A perfect introduction for first-time snorkellers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parking is available at the nearby Pier Shopping Complex/Shangri-la hotel, located opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal. Hourly cost is from AUD $1.20 for indoor and outdoor parking. All day parking is also available near Trinity Wharf at approximately $3 per day.

Yes, for an additional cost.

Double Smoked Leg Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Tomato and Lettuce Baguette
Marinated Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Carrot, Herbed Mayonnaise and Salad Half Wrap
Options include Seasonal Whole Fruit and Carmen’s Chocolate and Cranberry Muesli Bar, Bottled Water and Juice
Dietary options for vegetarian, celiac, gluten, pork free

The vessel is pram-friendly. However, walks on the island can be rocky and include steps so are not advised when walking.

Voucher
Swimwear
Towel
Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Cash/credit card for additional purchases once on the island

Cruises depart daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (only a short walk from most Cairns accommodation) at 9am and return at 4.45pm. Check-in opens at 8.15am

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

Guests travelling to Fitzroy Island will be required to pre-book glass bottom boat tours, guided snorkel tours, and snorkel equipment including lycra/wet suits (to be collected from the vessel)
Beach hire equipment (stand up paddle boards and paddle skis) will not be available until further notice
Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour
Vessel subject to change without notice
The tour requires you to check-in at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, located at 1 Spence Street. They offer a coach service from Cairns & Northern Beaches accommodation for an extra charge if required. If you do not check-in at the date and time specified in your booking, then you will forfeit 100% of the total price paid. At the discretion of the tour, if you miss your boat departure you may be able to reschedule for another day subject to the payment of a rescheduling fee (this covers administration charges and the provision of meals where applicable)

Cancellation Policy:

Bookings cancelled less than 24 HOURS before the tour departs will forfeit 100% of the total price paid (subject to any fees or penalties imposed by an operator other than Raging Thunder).