Sunlover | Fitzroy Island Essentials + Glass Bottom Boat
Departure Times
Departure Point: Cairns Marlin Marina
Pricing Options
Experience the essence of island paradise with Sunlover's Fitzroy Island Essentials!
- Enjoy a smooth ferry ride aboard a comfortable catamaran with return transfers included
- Relax on pristine beaches and soak in the tropical atmosphere
- Go on a scenic self-guided walk to the lighthouse for breathtaking views
- Glass bottom boat tour included to observe the Great Barrier Reef
Overview
With Sunlover's Fitzroy Island Essentials, you'll be greeted by the friendly crew and idyllic tropical paradise located just a 45-minute ferry ride from Cairns. Pristine turquoise waters, stunning beaches and verdant rainforests are what you'll find, along with a range of exciting activities to choose from. A glass-bottom boat tour over the Great Barrier Reef is included, and you can purchase other optional activities if you wish. Fitzroy Island has something for everyone!
Highlights
- Fitzroy Island day trip from Cairns
- Spacious air-conditioned ferry transfers
- Glass bottom boat tour included
- Admire the Great Barrier Reef corals from above
- Up to 4.5 hours on stunning Fitzroy Island
- Self guided hiking trails to scenic lookouts
- Beautiful beaches including Nudey Beach
- Stand up paddleboards and kayaks for hire
- Fresh water showers to wash off the salt and sand
- Convenience store to purchase snacks and accessories
- Restaurant and bar looking out over the pristine bay
Sample Itinerary
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Tour Itinerary:
- 8:45 - 9:45am - Check-in & collection of boarding pass
- 9:45 - Boarding Commences
- 10:00am - Boarding closes
- 10:15am - Depart Cairns
- 11:00am - Arrive Fitzroy Island
- 3:30pm - Depart Fitzroy Island
- 4:30pm - Arrive Cairns
Return ferry transfers from Cairns
Meet at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk at Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns Marlin Marina to begin your epic day tour. Once you boar...
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Important Information
What To Bring
- Simply pack a bag as if you were going to the beach for the day
- Suggested items include:
- Swimming costume and beach towel
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) reef friendly is recommended
- Sun protective clothing such as t-shirt or rash vest, hat and sunglasses
- Cash or credit card for purchases on the island
- Food and drinks for the day (you can also purchase on the island)
- Reusable water bottle
- Sturdy footwear if you intend on bushwalking
- Camera
- Reef shoes
What's Included
- Return transfers from Cairns to Fitzroy Island
- Choice of either Snorkelling Equipment Hire OR Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- 4.5 hours on Fitzroy Island
What's Extra
- Food and drinks
- Snorkel safari tour (45 minutes)
- Snorkel gear hire
- Glass bottom boat tour
- Guided rainforest walk (45 minutes)
- Turtle Talk (30 minutes)
- Nature walk (20 minutes)
- Stand up paddle board hire
- Kayak tour (45 minutes)
- Under water camera hire
- Hotel coach transfers to Cairns Marlin Marina
Cancellations
No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is check in?
Please check in between 8:45am and 9:45am at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence Street, Cairns City. Boarding starts at 9:45am and ends at 10am for a 10:15am departure. Passengers failing to check-in by 09:45am may miss final boarding.
Is there wheelchair access?
Unfortunately there is very limited wheelchair access available for Fitzroy Island.
Where does the ferry leave from?
Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence Street in Cairns City. You'll have to check in at the Sunlover counter located inside the Reef Fleet Terminal.
How long does it take to get to the island?
It takes about 45 minutes to get to Fitzroy Island from Cairns.
Will I get sea sick?
The journey to Fitzroy Island is short but even the most experienced sailor at times can get sea sick, however this is generally easy to prevent. You can take a medicated tablet called TravaCalm (not available to minors without parental supervision/consent) or natural ginger tablets. These can be purchased at the bar onboard the catamaran.
Tablets are a prevention, not a cure, so we recommend taking them as soon as possible to allow as much time for it to take effect prior to sailing. Alternatively, discuss the best option for you with your doctor or pharmacist.
What facilities are available at the island?
Day visitors to Fitzroy Island have access to all of the island, with the exception of the some facilities that are reserved for in-house guests staying at the Fitzroy Island Resort.
Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7 / 5.0
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