
Fitzroy Island Half Day Tour | Great Barrier Reef Cairns | RT
Fitzroy Island Half Day Tour | Great Barrier Reef Cairns | RT
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 to spot cute clown-fish, friendly sea turtles and much more. The best value half day reef trip in Cairns.
Tour Code: 576
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Fitzroy Island Half Day Tour | Great Barrier Reef Cairns | RT
With an 11:00am departure you can enjoy a leisurely morning in Cairns grabbing breakfast at a local cafe or just enjoying a sleep-in before hopping aboard our ferry tour boat for the 45 minute cruise to Fitzroy Island. Getting there will be half the fun as you watch the beautiful scenery pass you by!
Once part of the Australian mainland, Fitzroy Island now sits just off the coast south of Cairns and provides an idyllic tropical setting to relax an afternoon away in paradise.
There is a range of fun activities on the island with something to keep everyone happy, from snorkelling, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding to hiking a trail through the forest to enjoy the incredible 360 degree view from the island’s summit.
Fitzroy is also home to Nudey Beach (not a nudist beach), a small hidden cove with gleaming white sand that was voted in the Top 10 of the 101 Best Australian Beaches. Take a short walk through the forest from the main beach to discover this hidden gem.
You will have over two hours to spend on the island before the cruise back to Cairns, arriving back on the mainland at approximately 2:45pm.
Fitzroy Island
With it’s idyllic mix of beautiful white-sand beaches, easily accessible coral reefs, rainforest hiking trails and a range of fun activities for kids and adults, there is good reason why Fitzroy Island is one of the most popular reef destinations for both travellers and locals alike.
The island was originally part of the Australian mainland and still forms part of a mountain range south of Cairns.
A large fringing reef wraps around most of the island and visitors can enjoy easy access to beautiful coral gardens by simply wading off the beach to snorkel.
The reef is home to a wide range of marine species, from tiny brightly coloured fish hiding amongst the coral, to large pelagic fish species that are a prized catch for fisherman. You can also see small reef sharks cruising above the reef and graceful sea turtles that seem to glide through the water as if they were flying.
The steep hike to the summit of the island will be rewarded with amazing 360 degree views from the peak, with the wide open expanse of the Pacific Ocean to the east and the lush green mountains of the mainland to the west and the bright azure blues and coral patches of the island's reef down below.
Fitzroy Island has something for everyone and you’re sure to enjoy a half day exploring this tropical paradise on your afternoon cruise.
Great Barrier Reef Tour Highlights
- Ride on a comfortabel air conditioned boat to a tropical island in the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns.
- Relax and swim at one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches - Nudey Beach.
- Kids and anyone young at heart will love riding around the coral reefs in a glass bottom boat
- Spot a friendly sea turtle as you snorkel around the fringing reefs on Fitzroy Island.
Included in Price
45 minute return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island from Cairns
Up to 2 hours on Fitzroy Island
Self-guided walks thru the rainforest
Abundant marine life
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1300 761 612
Optional Extras
Return bus transfers
Packed picnic lunch
Optional acitivities on Fitzroy Island: Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Glass bottom Boat, Snorkel tours, Snorkel equipment
Duration
Half Day: Depart Cairns 11:00am - Depart Fitzroy Island 2:00pm
Departure
Departs 11:00am - Departs Fitzroy Island 2:00pm - Arrives back in Cairns 2:45pm (approx.)
Days of Operation
Daily
Departs From
Cairns Marlin Marina
Departure Instructions
Please be ready at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 10:30am for 11:00am departure.
You must check-in no later than 20 minutes prior to departure.
What To Bring
Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimmers, change of dry clothes, camera, flip flop shoes for walking on coral beaches
Fitness Level Required
Low
Child Policies
Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be in writing. Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee. Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operator’s Cancellation Policy:
Bookings cancelled or rescheduled within 24 HOURS before the tour departs will forfeit 100% of the total price paid. Packages with more than 2 tours cancelled outside 24 HOURS may incur fees or penalties from other operators.
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Destinations
Fitzroy Island
Eco Certification
Nicholas
The clear blue waters and coconut palm-lined beaches on Fitzroy Island provide the perfect tropical backdrop for a holiday selfie to show off to friends and family.
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Want to know more?2020 - 2022
1 Apr 20 - 31 Mar 22Fitzroy Island Half Day Transfers | TB | ||||||||
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Half Day Fitzroy Island CRUISE ONLY | 11:00am - 2:00pm | FH Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Half Day Fitzroy Island WITH LUNCH | 11:00am - 2:00pm | FIH Check My Price | Check My Price |
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Optional Extras for 2020 - 2022
The following optional extras can be purchased at time of booking.
Glass Bottom Boat Tour (30 minutes) | FIGLASS |
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Snorkel Equipment Hire | FISNORK |
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Snorkel Experience Tour | 35 Minutes | FIBIO |
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Snorkel Safari Tour | 60 Minutes | FISAFARI |
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