The boat ride to Fitzroy Island offers the choice of an exhilarating open position on the top deck or inside the air conditioned cabin for guests visiting this World Heritage-listed gem on a half day tour. Explore the island walks, snorkelling the reef or simply relax on the beach.
Experience the beauty of Fitzroy Island and the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with a half-day tour that offers a late start, perfect for those who enjoy a leisurely morning. Departing at 11:00 am, the 45-minute ferry ride from Cairns provides stunning views, whether you choose the open top deck or the air-conditioned cabin. Once on Fitzroy Island, you'll have ample time to explore the lush rainforest, snorkel the vibrant reef, hike the mountainous trails or simply relax on the pristine beaches.
Fitzroy Island, part of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, offers a variety of activities to suit all interests on a half day tour from Cairns. From snorkelling and glass bottom boat tours to hiking and visiting the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, there's something for everyone.
Experience the best of Fitzroy Island with our half-day tour, offering a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation on the Great Barrier Reef. Book now for an unforgettable island escape!
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For those who like a sleep-in, our half day Great Barrier Reef tour package provides a more efficient way of exploring Fitzroy Island. With a later departure time of 11.00am our mode of transport will have you disembarking at the shores of Fitzroy Island only 45 minutes after pushing off from the Reef Fleet Terminal.
Check in at 10:30am for an 11.00am departure and prepare yourself for a lovely day on this tropical island!
With so much to see and do on Fitzroy Island, make the most of your half day tour by pre-booking your preferred activities.
Choose to hire some snorkel equipment or join a glass bottom boat tour.
Fitzroy Island is a national park, boasting incredible, unspoilt natural beauty. The diverse landscape, of granite outcrops, rainforest, open woodlands, mangroves and coral beaches, means there are a number of unique exploratory walks you can do around the island.
You might choose to climb the 269m to the summit (2.5 hours), with its breathtaking views of the island and mainland. Or the lighthouse trek (1.5 hours), Secret Garden or Nudey Beach tracks could be a more suitable option – these are graded moderate in their difficulty.
Alternatively, relax on the beach and swim in the clear, calm waters. If you haven’t pre-ordered a packed picnic lunch, there is the option of Foxy’s Bar on the island for a meal and a cocktail.
You can’t visit Fitzroy without visiting the Fitzroy Island campus of the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. Run completely by volunteers it’s a non-profit organisation dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick and injured sea turtles.
The Great Barrier Reef is home to six of the world’s seven species of marine turtles and several these are seriously threatened.
The educational tours run at 1.00pm and 2.00pm every day. As a Half Day guest, the 1.00pm tour option is for you so book as soon as you arrive at the General Store on the island as spots are limited to 15 people per tour.
Check-in for your return fast boat to Cairns is at 1.45pm sharp so all equipment must be returned by 1.30pm. Departing at 2.00pm, the ferry boat should have you back in Cairns within 45 minutes for you to return to your hotle or get ready to explore some of the city sights.
Book a full day tour to Fitzroy Island here.
Cairns
Check in 10.15am - Departs 10:45AM - Departs Fitzroy 2.00pm - Arrive back in Cairns 2.45pm
January - December
Daily
4.5 hours in total - 2 hours on the island
Low, Medium
Guests can bring own snacks and bottled water
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operators policy:
au$95.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$57.00
Family: au$247.00
Tour Code: 598