Day Trips

Cairns to Fitzroy Island Day Trip with Lunch, Snorkeling, & Glass Bottom Boat

Tourists snorkeling at Fitzroy Island, part of the Best Of Fitzroy Island - Ferry, Lunch, Snorkel & Glass Bottom Boat Tour, with a view of the stunning Great Barrier Reef

Tourists snorkeling at Fitzroy Island, part of the Best Of Fitzroy Island - Ferry, Lunch, Snorkel & Glass Bottom Boat Tour, with a view of the Great Barrier Reef and a premium buffet lunch on the beach

Step away from the grind by going on a day trip to Fitzroy Island to hike, snorkel, feast on a buffet lunch, and enjoy round-trip ferry transfers.

Highlights

Experience a piece of tropical paradise with a day trip to Fitzroy Island along with snorkeling, a buffet lunch, and round-trip ferry transfers.
Relax on the white sands of the secluded Nudey Beach or hike up the Summit Trail to get a stunning view of the ocean from the island's highest point.
Enjoy a selection of hot dishes, salads, charcuterie, and prawns that will surely delight your taste buds as you sit and take in the island’s beauty.
Upgrade your experience to gain access to a nature walk, a snorkeling safari, a kayak tour, or a turtle talk - take your pick!
Did you know? Fitzroy Island was given its name by Captain James Cook after the 3rd Duke of Grafton, Augustus FitzRoy.

Inclusions

Full-day tour to Fitzroy Island from Cairns
Round-trip ferry transfers
Buffet lunch
Snorkeling equipment
Buoyancy vest
Safety briefing (as per option selected)
AC catamaran (as per option selected)
Small group of up to 6, 10, or 12 people (as per option selected)
Access to:
Glass bottom boat tour
20-minute nature walk (as per option selected)
35-minute snorkeling experience (as per option selected)
35-minute turtle talk (as per option selected)
45-minute kayak tour (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

A day in the island

Pack your bag and get away for the day to Fitzroy Island. Just a 55-minute boat ride from Cairns, Fitzroy Island is nothing short of heaven with its crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and lush rainforest. Once you arrive at Fitzroy Island, you can start your day by exploring the island’s natural beauty such as the mangroves lining the creeks of the island or the eucalyptus and acacia trees covering the island's exposed slopes. If you want to do something challenging, you can take the popular Lighthouse trail where you will spot large granite boulders, the popular lighthouse, and the lush rainforest. You can go all the way to the summit where you will get a 360-degree view of the Great Barrier Reef.

Delicious food and underwater safari

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at Fitzroy Island Resort’s Zephyrs Restaurant where you can feast on local tiger prawns, seasonal fruits, cold cuts, hot dishes, salads, and more. Then, you can put on your snorkeling gear and explore the vibrant marine life in the Great Barrier Reef. You may spot some turtles, reef sharks, and humpback and dwarf minke whales. Who knows, you may spot Nemo and Dory swimming by! Once you are done snorkeling, you can relax on the pearly white Nudey Beach before catching the evening ferry back to Cairns.

Know before you go

What to bring

Have your ID or proof of local residency ready for a seamless experience.
Bring a beach towel, sunscreen, and hat to beat the heat.
Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.
Bring a camera to capture the beauty of the island.

What’s not allowed

It is recommended to leave jewelry and expensive items at your accommodation.
Keep in mind that guests are not allowed to stand on live coral, touch any wildlife, on the island or in the water, litter, swim, kayak, or paddle board past the boat channel markers, or bring alcohol to the island.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
This experience is accessible by pram/ strollers.

Additional information

Wear comfortable and sturdy shoes, especially for those guests who wish to hike and explore around the island.
Please note that the buffet lunch will be at Fitzroy Island Resort.
Guests should confirm the best snorkeling times with the crew before going for it as the island has low and high tides.
Guests must wear a stinger suit available on board to protect themselves from stingers.
If the trip is deemed unsafe to operate due to sea conditions, passengers will be offered travel on an alternate day or will receive a refund.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.