Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns
Overview
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7 hours 30 minutes
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Discover Fitzroy Island on a day trip from Cairns. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride and explore the many hiking trails. Admire the marine life native to the coral reef as you snorkel or observe from a glass-bottom boat. Choose from a range of packages, including transfers for you to explore on your own, or a package including snorkel or glass-bottom boat activities. Explore the Island's 339 hectares of lush rainforest that covers 94 percent of the island and is protected and managed as a National Park. Walking trails are suitable for all levels of fitness, allowing you to explore areas of the island at your leisure. The fast catamaran departs from the Marlin Marina, with check-in directly on the vessel. Cruise south along the calm waters of the coastline to reach Fitzroy Island in just 45 minutes, giving you up to 7 hours to explore the tropical island.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please bring sandals/reef shoes as beach is covered in old coral
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Glass-bottom boat tour (if option selected)
Use of stinger suit (if option selected)
Use of snorkel gear (if option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
All Fees and Taxes
Picnic lunch - 20 USD
What To Expect
Enjoy Fitzroy Island with Fitzroy Island Adventures . Relax on the beach or explore the island and walk to the summit. Glass bottom boat is available or snorkelling equipment.
Options
Transfers + Snorkel hire
No lunch included
Full Day 830-1600: Includes return ferry transfers and snorkelling gear hire.
Transfers + GBB
Glass bottom boat tour
No lunch included
Full Day 800-1600: Return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island and glass bottom boat included.
Half Day -Transfers Only
Half Day 1045-1400: Return transfers + 2 hours exploring Fitzroy Island. No lunch included.
Transfers + Snorkel Safari
A snorkel safari tour: For comfortable swimmers and snorkelers
Full Day 830-1600: Includes return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island and a guided snorkel safari.
Full Day - Transfers Only
Full Day 830-1600: Return transfers + up to 6 hours exploring Fitzroy Island. No lunch included.
Transfers + GBB + Snorkel gear
Full Day 830-1600: Return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island for a full day, snorkelling gear & glass bottom boat tour included.
Reviews
679 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Snorkeling, relaxing & enjoying the sunshine. A perfect day!
lmcorby,
Nov 1, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful island! I snorkeled for the first time & found the staff, especially Daneka, so supportive! I let her know I was feeling a bit anxious & she went above and beyond, checking on me & ensuring I felt comfortable! We saw lots of beautiful fish & on the way back, spotted a gorgeous turtle. How blessed are we to live in this beautiful country 🌺🐢
Fun time, staff were amazing!
gerardcT6526WD,
Nov 1, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip over to Fitzroy Island, lots of fun snorkelling and eating at Foxy’s Bar. Highlight was our snorkelling Guide Danika who was incredibly accommodating and helpful, full of knowledge and made the whole trip an amazing memory!
Best experience with the family and created beautiful memories
Ahed M,
Oct 25, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00It was the most amazing experience we have ever had. Amazing staff, great service and everything was very punctual. Highly recommended
Beautiful day on the...
Breanna S,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful day on the island. Boat trip over was easy. The water on the island was amazing. Pebble beaches were a bit tricky to navigate but worth it
Fitzroy
KIBET R,
Oct 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience snorkeling and the beautiful beaches. Beautiful view of mountains to and fro cairns. The scenery is amazing
Fantastic Fitzroy
405roxannes,
Sep 29, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our trip out to Fitzroy. The snorkeling was amazing, lots of coral and fish to see. We ate at Foxys restaurant, which was really nice, but you take your own food over which is great for big families.
Fitzroy transfers
Kiera B,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Crew were friendly and gave clear instruction on times and locations. The boat was very comfortable not a full crowd of people so plenty of room available.
Nice experience
N3362QSsandyb,
Sep 18, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Nice snorlking off the beach. Waters at Nudey Beach were too rough for clear visibility, but the othe spot was very nice.
Amazing
Nina,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing is one way to describe it!! Just wish the boat left later than 4 as it would have been great to have longer on the island! Its absolutely beautiful.
Amazing
Shannan C,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing experience. My Daughter and I were sea sick on the trip there, however, the staff were soo helpful and understanding. Highly recommend this trip to Fitzroy with this company. Shout out to the two curly haired guys for assisting us - Josh and the cultural guy. Thank you, can’t wait to come back again - with sea sick tablets of course!
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