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Fitzroy Island Day Tour Info

Sunlover Fitzroy Island Day Trip departs Daily from Cairns Marina. Enjoy over 3 - 6 hours on Fitzroy Island, just a 45 minute cruise from Cairns on the modern Sunlover catamaran.

Spend the day snorkelling the fringing coral reefs, strolling through the National Park rainforest walking tracks, or for the more adventurous hiker, discover breathtaking views of the island and surrounding reefs.

Duration | 3 - 7 Hours
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Fitzroy Island is surrounded by a beautiful fringing Reef system that forms part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

The Sunlover Fitzroy Island Day Trip Includes

  • Modern air-conditioned catamaran transfers
  • Free morning tea and coffee on boarding
  • Self-guided rainforest walks
  • Access to day visitor facilities?

Sunlover Fitzroy Island Ferry Time Table

  • Departs Cairns Marina at 8:30am, 9:30am, 1:00pm
    Departs Fitzroy at 11:30am, 4:00pm, 4:30pm.

Sunlover Fitzroy Island Ferry Return Fares:

Adult $83 (16+ years)
Child $41 (4-15 years)
Family $220 (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Infant Free (0-3 years)

Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up to the ferry without a booking.

Pre-Booking Extras
Snorkeling Gear  $16
Glass Bottom Boat $16

Fitzroy Island Resort Activity & Hire Pricing
Available on the day. Shop located in the resort

  • Mask & Snorkel | $10 Adult | Child $5
  • Fins | $10 Adult | Child $5
  • 30 Minute Glass Bottom Boat Tour  | $20 Adult | Child $10
  • Stinger Suit| $10 Adult | Child $10
  • Paddle Board | $20 Adult | Child $20
  • Paddle Ski Kayak | $20 Adult | Child $20

Walking Trails at Fitzroy Island

Fitzroy Island National Park offers some amazing walking opportunities for visitors. Walking is one of the best ways to explore and experience the different rainforest flora and fauna on the Island.
There are five main walking trails in Fitzroy Island National Park that range from 30 minutes to 3 hours, each at varying fitness levels.

Secret Garden Track - 1km return (45 minutes)
The track takes you for a pleasant walk from the western edge of the jetty through tropical rainforest around huge granite boulders. Interpretive signs and a viewing platform overlooking the creek valley provide informative facts on the surrounding rainforest plants and animals.

Nudey Beach track ? 1.2 km return (45 minutes)
A relatively easy walk from the western edge of the jetty through tropical rainforest and coast woodlands leading to the beautiful white coral beach. Nudey Beach is the most popular place for swimming and snorkelling on the Island.

Boulder Lookout - 300m return (30 minutes)
Heading east from the back of the jetty, you will find the boulder lookout trail. This short steep climb through the rainforest with its many steps is also the first section of the summit track. The Boulder lookout offers panoramic views towards Cape Grafton and Cairns. The walk returns along the same track back to the jetty.

Lighthouse Road - 3.6km return (2 hours)
The lighthouse road trail is a very steep concrete road that leads from the north-eastern end of Welcome Bay climbing through rainforest towards the lighthouse. You will come across a lookout during your ascent with offers views of the Northern side of the island on a clear day.

The base of the lighthouse (open when a ranger is on duty), contains an informative display of the maritime history of Fitzroy Island and how the lighthouse was used during the World War II. From the lighthouse you will discover spectacular 360 degree views of Fitzroy Island and the surrounding ocean, which make the difficult walk worth the effort.

Summit Track - 2.6km return to resort (3 hours)
The Summit Track is recommended only for fit walkers as it is very steep. From behind the jetty, the track starts up the boulder lookout trail, and then continues to ascend steeply through open woodland to the summit of the island (269m). Views of the Island, the Coral Sea and the mountain ranges are the perfect spot to relax and take in the scenery. The trail then winds down amongst the boulders to join the lighthouse road.

Cairns to Fitzroy Checkin
Check-in 30 minutes prior to deparure at the Reef Fleet Terminal Sunlover Desk.

Fitzroy to Cairns Checkin
Be ready on the Fitzroy Island jetty 10 minutes prior to deparure.

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