Cairns: Fitzroy Island Full-Day Trip with Optional Extras

Escape to paradise on a Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns, including a scenic round-trip ferry and up to seven hours of free time. Explore rainforest trails, relax on tropical beaches, or upgrade with snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat, or lunch.


  • Handpicked ticket 
  • Host or greeter (English)
  • Duration 8 hours
  • Free cancellation

What's included

  • Round-trip high-speed ferry transfer from Cairns
  • Up to 7 hours of free time on Fitzroy Island
  • Access to Fitzroy Island National Park walking trails
  • Snorkeling equipment (if option selected)
  • Glass-bottom boat experience (if option selected)
  • Packed picnic lunch (if option selected)

What's not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses on the island

Important information

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
  • Ferry travel time is approximately 45 minutes each way
  • Walking trails range from 30 minutes to 3 hours and suit various fitness levels
  • Child rate applies for ages 4–15; children under 4 travel free
  • Smoking may be prohibited in many public areas
  • What to bring: sun hat, swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes

Description:

Experience the natural beauty of tropical North Queensland on a Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns. Travel by fast catamaran across calm coastal waters and enjoy a full day exploring one of the Great Barrier Reef’s most accessible islands. 

Wander through lush rainforest covering most of the island, hike scenic trails at your own pace, or relax on pristine beaches. Enhance your visit with snorkeling among vibrant marine life or a glass-bottom boat tour for reef views without getting wet.

Highlights:

  • Scenic high-speed ferry ride from Cairns
  • Up to 7 hours to explore Fitzroy Island independently
  • Snorkeling over coral reefs with tropical marine life
  • Five self-guided rainforest and coastal walking trails
  • Optional glass-bottom boat for reef viewing
  • Relaxing beaches within a protected national park

Fitzroy Island

Queensland 4871, Australia

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund.

Meeting point & Instructions

The ferry departs from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at Marlin Marina. Please proceed directly to the vessel named on your boarding pass for check-in. 

Detailed departure information, including the exact boat location and a marina map, will be sent by the operator via email and SMS the day before travel. If you do not receive these details, contact the tour operator prior to departure.

Reviews & Rating

4.5/5 (1,582 Reviews)

“Absolutely amazing day! We knew it would be good but what a gorgeous island to spend a day at, with helpful staff and all you could need available. My only disappointment is we weren’t there for longer! Highly recommend this. We booked the ferry to the island and the glass bottom boat which was really interesting. We also hired snorkelling kit once we got there and had a really nice meal at the bar on the island.” Brad, Nov. 2025  >> See More Reviews

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