Cairns: Fitzroy Island Ferry with Snorkel/Picnic/Boat Option

4.4 out of 5 stars
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643 reviews
Activity provider:
Sunlover Reef Cruises
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Cairns: Fitzroy Island Ferry with Snorkel/Picnic/Boat Option
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
643 reviews
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Escape to Fitzroy Island on a trip from Cairns. Enjoy the peaceful paradise, untouched beaches, rainforest walks and add on fun optionals like a picnic lunch box, snorkel gear or a glass bottom boat.

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Duration 375 minutes
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5
5 out of 5 stars
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Keetana – Canada

I enjoyed snorkeling at Fitzroy Island. Definitely recommend it and worth the money

5
5 out of 5 stars
k
katie – United Kingdom

Absolutely brilliant day The whole day was great, the staff are fantastic & the boat tour was good seeing turtles swim underneath

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Sunlover Reef Cruises

  • Catamaran

    (105 minutes)

    Fitzroy Island

    Picnic, Boat cruise, Snorkeling (4.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Catamaran

    (105 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Sunlover Reef Cruises

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Choose your perfect package!
  • Plenty of time to explore at your own pace
  • Premium activities available to add to your day
  • Add a picnic lunch box, snorkel gear, or glass bottom boat

Full description

Transfers Only - includes return boat transfers ex Cairns to Fitzroy Island.

Value Package - includes return boat transfers, plus your choice of a picnic lunch box, a glass bottom boat ride, or snorkel gear.

Best of Island Package - includes return boat transfers, a picnic lunch box, glass bottom boat and snorkel gear.


Plenty of free to explore the island at your own pace. Snorkel directly off the beaches or join the optional Snorkel Tour.
Take a self guided walk along one or all of the National Park trails including Nudey Beach & the Secret Garden, or for those a little more adventure hike to the light house or summit for 360 degree views of the island.
Extra activities to build your day include Guided Snorkel Tour, Guided Kayak Tour, Turtle Rehabilitation Centre visit, Nature & Rainforest Walks. Available to pre-book with Sunlover Cruises or on the day of travel subject to availability.

Includes

  • Roundtrip boat transfer between Cairns and Fitzroy Island
  • Access to self-guided national park walks and beaches
  • 4.5 hours of free time on the island
  • Depending on your package, you can include:
  • Picnic lunch box
  • Glass bottom boat
  • Snorkel Gear
  • Beverages
  • On island purchases
  • Optional activities: Snorkel safari, Kayak Tour, Turtle Rehab centre or guided walks

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Check-in at the Sunlover Cruises counter inside the Reef Fleet terminal at Cairns Marlin Marina. *Boarding will be denied without collection of tickets from Sunlover Cruises. Check-in closes at 09:45 AM (unless otherwise advised) – Late check-in will result in a missed tour with no refund. ITINERARY 8.45-9.45am Check in at Reef Fleet Terminal 10.00am Boarding closes 10.15am Depart Cairns, approx 45 mins to Fitzroy 4 HOURS Fitzroy Island 3.30pm Depart Fitzroy, approx 1 hr to Cairns.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Credit card
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Cash
  • Reusable water bottle

Not allowed

  • Drones

Know before you go

  • Closed in shoes recommended if planning to explore the National Park walking trails.
  • TOUR INTINERARY
  • 10:15am Depart Cairns
  • 11:00am Arrive at Fitzroy Island
  • 4 + HOURS Island time
  • 3:30pm Depart Fitzroy Island
  • 4:30pm Arrive back at Cairns Marina
  • Minors must travel with a parent or guardian over 18 years old
  • All times are approximate
  • If a cruise or package tour does not operate for any reason, then an alternative date will be offered to the passenger
  • On the rare occasion when bad weather prohibits a tour from operating the scheduled itinerary, an alternate itinerary will be offered. If you accept this alternate itinerary then no further refunds will be given
  • SNORKELLING EQUIPMENT HIRE
  • Please note for any un-returned or damaged snorkelling equipment, a fee equal to the current replacement value for the un-returned/ damaged snorkelling equipment will be payable at the end of the tour.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 643 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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Keetana – CanadaMarch 15, 2025 – Verified booking
I enjoyed snorkeling at Fitzroy Island. Definitely recommend it and worth the money
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katie – United KingdomJanuary 28, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely brilliant day The whole day was great, the staff are fantastic & the boat tour was good seeing turtles swim underneath
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5 out of 5 stars
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Charlie – AustraliaJanuary 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Great gear and brilliant staff with lots to do and loads of recommendations

Product ID: 194261

Activity provider:
Sunlover Reef Cruises

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