Sunlover | Fitzroy Island Essentials + Snorkel Hire
Departure Times
Departure Point: Cairns Marlin Marina
Pricing Options
Enjoy the natural beauty of Fitzroy Island with return ferry transfers and snorkel gear hire!
- Cruise to Fitzroy Island from Cairns on the Sunlover Reef Cruises ferry
- Spend up to 6 hours on this tropical island paradise
- Snorkel around the island and admire the Great Barrier Reef corals and marine life
- Access to the island's stunning beaches, bushwalks, and resort amenities
The Fitzroy Island Essentials Package includes return ferry transfers from Cairns and snorkel gear, giving you all the tools you need for a fabulous day in the tropics. Escape the city for a day trip out to this gorgeous island nestled amidst the pristine corals of the Great Barrier Reef. The lush, mountainous island is full of wonders, and you have an open schedule for the day to enjoy the island however you choose.
Highlights
- Day trip to Fitzroy Island
- Return ferry transfers from Cairns
- Air-conditioning onboard
- 6 hours of free time on the island
- Snorkel gear included
- Spot marine life and unique corals underwater
- Immerse yourself in the Great Barrier Reef
- Visit the island's crown jewel, Nudey Beach
- Hike Fitzroy's rainforest trails
- Purchase food and drinks at Fitzroy Island Resort
- A fun, flexible day in paradise
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Return ferry transfers from Cairns
With hassle-free ferry transfers included, it's never been easier to explore Fitzroy Island from Cairns! Meet at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk at Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns Marlin Marina. Board the spacious, modern, air-conditioned catamaran and cruise over to Fitzroy Island.
Free time on Fitzroy Island
Once you arrive, you'll have about 6 hours of free t...
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Return ferry transfers from Cairns
With hassle-free ferry transfers included, it's never been easier to explore Fitzroy Island from Cairns! Meet at the Sunlover Reef Cruises desk at Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns Marlin Marina. Board the spacious, modern, air-conditioned catamaran and cruise over to Fitzroy Island.
Free time on Fitzroy Island
Once you arrive, you'll have about 6 hours of free time to frolic around the island. Be sure to visit Nudey Beach, a postcard-worthy beach with soft white sand and vibrant turquoise water. If you're looking for more adventure, take on one of the island's hiking trails! Or just kick back and relax at Fitzroy Island Resort with some food and drinks. The day is up to you!
Snorkel gear included
This Island Essentials Package includes your snorkel gear, so you can pick this up on the boat before stepping foot on Fitzroy Island. Don your mask, snorkel, and fins and dive into the Coral Sea! Fitzroy Island is located amidst the vast corals of the Great Barrier Reef, so cherish every moment of snorkelling in the world's largest coral reef system.
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What To Bring
- Swimming costume
- 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
What's Included
- Return transfers from Cairns to Fitzroy Island
- 6 hours of free time...
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What To Bring
- Swimming costume
- 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
What's Included
- Return transfers from Cairns to Fitzroy Island
- 6 hours of free time on Fitzroy Island
- Snorkel gear hire
What's Extra
- Hotel coach transfers to Cairns Marlin Marina
- Food and drinks
- Optional activities on the island such as
- Guided snorkel safari tour (45 minutes)
- 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)
- Underwater camera hire
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
Please bring the credit card used & ID of cardholder for verification at check-in.
If you have pre-booked snorkelling equipment this must be collected aboard the Sunlover Cruises vessel prior to arrival at Fitzroy Island.
Please note that 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 your tour.
All information provided at any time by Cairns Tours and our affiliates is subject to these Terms & Conditions. This includes but is not limited to tour information, pricing, blog posts, travel advice, itinerary information and availability.
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours/Mr Travel and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transport:
It should be noted that any transport you have booked (buses, flights and ferries) through Cairns Tours is non-refundable and non-transferable. It might be possible to change flights however do note this must be done directly with the flight operator and we are unable to offer any support with this. This may incur change fees or cancellation fees, it depends on the T+Cs of the flight operators themselves. As we acted as a booking agent for you, it is possible to liaise with the airline directly should there be any unexpected events and the airline is forced to cancel your flights. If there are any changes to your flight times or days, we will get notified and send this email directly to you in a reasonable time.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Cairns Tours is required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers' discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to: admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Travel Shop retail outlet located in Cairns, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Cairns Tours/Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Information & Advice:
All information, advice or pricing provided by Cairns Tours and our affiliates, or through any of our team, is subject to change. Cairns Tours articles and products are provided online for general information purposes only and are intended as guides. Any advice interpreted from information on the website (including but not limited to financial, immigration, employment and tax information) is not specialist advice and does not constitute legal, tax or other professional instruction. Cairns Tours does not guarantee that any information provided is up-to-date or accurate. Please obtain professional advice before actioning any advice, including but not limited to tax, immigration, employment, travel restrictions and finances.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Cairns Tours/ Mr Travel. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the ferry from Cairns to Fitzroy Island?
The ferry from Cairns to Fitzroy Island takes around 45 minutes.
Where and when is check-in?
Check-in & collection of boarding passes must be completed 07:30 – 08:30 at the Sunlover Cruises desk inside the Reef Terminal at Cairns Marina (located corner of Spence St & Pier Point Road). Passengers failing to check-in by 08:30 may miss final boarding.
Are there any age requirements?
No, this tour is suitable for all ages!
Is Fitzroy Island wheelchair accessible?
Fitzroy Island has a slightly rough and hilly terrain, so it's not well suited for those with limited mobility. Green Island is a better option for guests with wheelchairs!
What can we do on Fitzroy Island?
During your time on Fitzroy Island you can enjoy the island's bushwalks and beaches for free. You can also hang out at Fitzroy Island Resort and purchase food or drinks. Snorkel gear is included in this package, or you can purchase other activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and more.
Where do we collect our snorkel gear?
Collect your snorkel gear aboard the Sunlover Cruises vessel prior to arrival at Fitzroy Island.
Please note that 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 your tour.