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Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns

4 (583)
Cairns City, AU
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Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns

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Cairns City, AU
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Experience the unspoiled beauty of Fitzroy Island, a tropical paradise nestled on the Great Barrier Reef, just a short 45-minute ferry ride from Cairns. Whether you want to relax on the pristine beach, snorkel in the crystal-clear turquoise waters, or take a glass-bottom boat tour, Fitzroy Island offers endless possibilities. With the Activity Pass option, you'll have access to snorkeling gear and a guided glass-bottom boat tour, allowing you to explore the vibrant underwater world teeming with colorful fish and stunning coral. Upgrade to the Activity Pass Plus Lunch and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the island. From the moment you step onboard the high-speed ferry, you'll be immersed in the natural wonders of this marine national park. So join us for a day of adventure and relaxation on Fitzroy Island and create memories that will last a lifetime.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Relax on the beautiful beach
  • Swim and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Take a glass-bottom boat tour
  • Explore hiking trails through rainforest and coast
  • Glass-bottom boat tour (if option selected)
  • Use of stinger suit (if option selected)
  • Use of snorkel gear (if option selected)
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

More about this experience

Introduction

Escape to Fitzroy Island, a tropical island on the Great Barrier Reef located only 45 minutes by high-speed ferry from Cairns. This day trip offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of this unspoiled island, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and lush rainforests. Whether you prefer to relax on the beach, snorkel among colorful fish, or explore hiking trails through the rainforest, Fitzroy Island has something for everyone.

What to expect?

Experience a day filled with adventure and relaxation on this Fitzroy Island day trip. With the round-trip ferry from Cairns, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary. Dive into the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, with excellent snorkeling just steps away from the shore. Discover a mesmerizing underwater world teeming with vibrant marine life, including turtles, clownfish, and stunning corals. For those seeking even more excitement, the Activity Pass option is a must. This package includes snorkeling gear, a glass-bottom boat tour, and the chance to explore the island's coast on a stand-up paddleboard or paddle ski. Indulge in a delicious picnic lunch while taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding turquoise waters.

Who is this for?

This Fitzroy Island day trip is suitable for all nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and beach lovers. From families on a vacation to solo travelers looking to explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, there's something for everyone. Snorkeling beginners and experienced divers alike will appreciate the diverse marine life and pristine coral reefs found just off the island's beaches.

Why book this?

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Fitzroy Island. This day trip offers the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure, allowing you to create your own unique experience. Swim in the azure waters, feel the warm sand between your toes, and discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. With the Activity Pass option, you'll have access to a range of water activities, ensuring there's never a dull moment.

Good to know

The Fitzroy Island day trip begins with check-in at the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns. From there, you'll embark on a 45-minute high-speed ferry ride to the island. Once on Fitzroy Island, you'll have the freedom to explore at your own pace. The island features excellent hiking trails that wind through the rainforest and along the coast, providing breathtaking views at every turn. Snorkeling gear and other water equipment are available for rent, making it easy to enjoy the underwater paradise. Don't forget to bring sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable walking shoes.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this Fitzroy Island day trip have praised the untouched beauty of the island and the abundance of marine life surrounding it. They have raved about the convenience of the high-speed ferry from Cairns and the ease of exploring the island's various attractions. The snorkeling experience has been described as truly magical, with colorful corals and an array of tropical fish. Visitors have also commended the friendly and knowledgeable staff who ensure a smooth and enjoyable day. Overall, this day trip provides incredible value for money, offering a memorable and immersive experience on Fitzroy Island.

Reviews

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4 (583)

K8979XHcarolineb

Great day out to the island. Great facilities on the island and our tour guides were friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our snorkelling - was amazing. The food at the restaurant was so good!

aliciadom

Such a wonderful resort and they have everything you need! Special thanks to Krishna for the warm welcome, reception staff, Snorkeling Safari staff and Tay the instructor for being really amazing all throughout our stay! 100% recommended!! Would definitely come back!

G7841XRianw

Great day trip to Fitzroy Island, snorkelling along the beach and lunch at the bar/cafe were great experiences and I would highly recommend to everyone!

KimKiessling

Wonderful trip to an island - feeling like Moana - my 7 yrs old loved it. The snorkeling was really nice and the restaurant provided delicious food. A day in paradise

Ross_H

Even on a cloudy day with rain this trip was a great way to see the reef close to shore. The sky cleared off and on and we enjoyed the island

charleym901

The Fitzroy Island Day trip with snorkel safari was amazing, a shoutout to Ty and Andy who made the experience a lot more fun and enjoyable, I was new to snorkelling but their teaching was really helpful and they were both very knowledge about the reef

MarioBilic

Fitzroy Island Adventures does a decent job of organizing this trip to Fitzroy Island. Their boat is fairly easy to find - just make sure you get the one that reads "Fitzroy Island Adventures" as there are several tour operators going to the island. We opted to include the additional Snorkel Safari ($120.00 for the two of us) and it would have been nice to be informed that snorket gear was included in the snorket safari. Instead, when I booked snorket gear for my son, because he didn't have any - they let me pay the additional $25.00 - for his rental, instead of doing the decent thing and pointing out that we didn't, in fact, need an additional rental. His snorket leaked a lot as well, but he may have been using it wrong. The Snorket Safari is not really worth it. You're simply taken to the reef a little past the turtle rehabilitation center and the coral reef was no better than the reef at the far end of the beach - by the campground. THAT reef was very good - lots of coral gardens with great colors, stingrays, sea turtles and a great variety of fish. The lunch was OK - couple of sandwiches and an apple - and Nudey Beach is lovely as well. Fitzroy is a very good island for snorkelling - it was my second time here) IF you know where the coral gardens are. You don't need a special tour or guide to get to them.

reneegI890VD

This was a fun snorkeling day trip before we went on our scuba liveaboard experience. The beaches are pristine and snorkeling was amazing. We saw a few small reef sharks and a turtle. The cafe was great, and walk to Nudey Beach was nice and shaded and worth the hike. Just make sure to wear a stinger suit during their summer months to be safe. It didn't seem as busy as the Green Island.

melissarI9140JC

Dear Families, We went to Fitzroy Island for a 1/2 day to do a snorkeling Tour the snorkeling tour was fantastic with the guide Ty. That was the only good thing about it. The Resort Manger Rodney is rude and disrespectful when as a tourist was only seeking advice/help. He needs to do a course in customer service. We travel a-lot and had recently attended Green island and the staff and atmosphere there was great. Nothing was an issue. Fitzroy island is very run down and old. Do yourself a favour go to Green Island instead.Green island has much more do,better beaches,snorkeling and more food options.

Chandra_W

We snorkeled here for entire day. The experience was better than snorkeling at Great Barrier. We spotted turtle, stingray, plenty of other fishes and beautiful coral formations.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-03-29 01:03