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Cairns Fitzroy Island Half-Day with Snorkel or Glass Bottom Boat

(6 Reviews)
  • Departs from Cairns
  • 5 hours

 

Highlights

  • Travel by fast catamaran from Cairns to Fitzroy Island in just 45 minutes
  • Spend over 2 hours exploring with snorkelling, glass-bottom boat, or self-guided walking trails
  • Discover lush rainforest, coral reef marine life, and tranquil beaches in a National Park setting

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What to expect

Discover Fitzroy Island on a convenient half-day trip from Cairns, combining reef and rainforest in just a few hours. Depart from Marlin Marina at 10:45 am on a fast, modern catamaran and cruise across calm waters to reach the island in just 45 minutes.

Once on Fitzroy, you’ll have over 2 hours to explore. Your package includes a choice of snorkelling gear to discover coral reefs and tropical fish just offshore, or a glass-bottom boat tour for a comfortable way to admire the reef without getting wet. For added convenience, you can pre-book a picnic-style lunch to enjoy at your leisure during your stay.

Fitzroy Island is 94% covered by lush rainforest and is protected as a National Park, offering 339 hectares of natural beauty. Stroll along scenic walking trails, relax on the sandy beaches, or take a swim in the crystal-clear waters.

At 2:00 pm, reboard your catamaran and cruise back to Cairns, arriving mid-afternoon with plenty of time left to enjoy your day.

 

 

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

★★★★★

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Laura

31 July 2025

Brilliant. We did the glass bottom tour as well and the guide Dee was very informative and lovely.

★★★★★

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Caroline

19 Aug 2025

Great day out to a beautiful island…a very comfortable ride over…fabulous scenery…we were on the 1/2 day but would recommend the full day because you won’t want to leave!! Hired snorkel and mask 🤿 and saw loads of turtles 🐢 Staff were great.

What you need to know

Included in your tour

  • Return boat trip from Cairns
  • Transfer by high-speed Fitzroy Island ferry
  • Snorkelling equipment (if option selected)
  • Glass-bottom boat experience (if option selected)
  • Packed picnic lunch (if option selected)

Extra

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Time and Departure Location

Make your own way to the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns, for check-in.

Check availability to see starting times.

What To Bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Cash

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will be offered for customer-requested cancellations made up to 6 days prior to travel. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
  • Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
  • Please note that credit card processing fees paid at the time of booking are non-refundable.
  • Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
6 Reviews
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Adam

Family Traveller

The guide on the glass bottom boat was a lovely girl.

July 11, 2025

Cally

Couple Traveller

So much fun.. the staff on board are super helpful and the boat was very safe. Fitzroy Island is magical.

July 10, 2025

Alex

Couple Traveller

You are very self-determined on the tour, actually you only book the transport and the equipment, at least if you choose the snorkeling option like I did. But the beach is very beautiful, offers a bit of shade and the 2 hours on the island for snorkeling and a little walk on the beach were more than enough for me.

June 21, 2025

Renee

Solo Traveller

Great activity. Guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Wonderful day.

June 16, 2025

Susanna

Solo Traveller

Fabulous experience and such a beautiful island

June 5, 2025
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