Enjoy a quick escape to Fitzroy Island with this half-day cruise, perfect for those who want a shorter yet unforgettable island adventure. Hop aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran for a smooth 45-minute ride from Cairns to Welcome Bay. Once you arrive, you’ll have over two hours to explore the island’s highlights. Choose between snorkeling gear or a glass-bottom boat tour to discover the fringing coral reefs teeming with marine life. You can also take a self-guided rainforest walk or relax on the coral beaches at your own pace.
This half-day option is ideal for travelers who want flexibility and convenience while still experiencing Fitzroy Island’s beauty. With snorkeling equipment or boat tours included and access to rainforest trails and beaches, it’s a quick yet rewarding way to soak up this tropical paradise!
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Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, swimwear, towel, and cash or credit for additional purchases on the island.
Sandals or reef shoes are recommended, as the beach is covered in old coral.
Due to island restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Due to the sensitive environment, the use of sunscreens and insect repellents is not recommended, as these products may be harmful to waterways and reefs.
Guests are prohibited from bringing their own alcohol for consumption. The island offers a bottle shop service from Foxy's bar and maintains a small general store for some basic goods.
Safety is a priority, so the Snorkel Safari is restricted for guests aged under 6 years.
While the ferry is accessible for wheelchairs and pram/strollers, some walks including the one to Nudey Beach, can be steep and not suitable.
The glass bottom boat tour is not accessible by wheelchair.
Children aged under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.
The picnic lunch consists of a fresh wrap, a sandwich, a seasonal fruit piece, a muesli fruit bar, juice, and a bottle of water.
Surf lifesavers do not monitor or patrol the beaches on Fitzroy Island.
Marine stingers are present in tropical waters from November to May. Guests are provided with stinger suits when they hire snorkel gear.
The picnic lunch can be catered to various dietary requirements such as vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, etc. Guests who book lunch should contact the company to confirm their lunch order at least 24 hours before departure.
A refundable cash deposit of $50 is required for all rented snorkel gear. The deposit will be returned upon the complete and undamaged return of the equipment.
The Snorkel Safari is suitable for those comfortable in the water and competent snorkelers.
Fitzroy Island National Park features four primary walking trails, varying in duration from 30 minutes to 3 hours and catering to different fitness levels.
Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
