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Fitzroy Island Ferry Day Trip - Same Day Return Departs Cairns

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Explore the breathtaking Fitzroy Island at your own pace on a self-guided day trip departing Cairns! Bookings on Bookme are for same day return option only, meaning epic deals are available!

Explore the breathtaking Fitzroy Island at your own pace on a self-guided day trip departing Cairns! Bookings on Bookme are for same day return option only, meaning epic deals are available!

Highlights

  • Enjoy a full day trip to Fitzroy Island at your own pace!
  • Kayaks, snorkel gear and paddle board hire options available.
  • Enjoy refreshments and lunch at either Foxy’s Bar or the General Store.
  • Experience free fish feeding twice a day on the jetty.
  • Relax on the beaches or explore the land through one of the many bush walks available.
  • Fantastic day trip for the whole family!

Experience all that Fitzroy Island has to offer on this spectacular self-guided day trip at this incredible location!

Departing Cairns we’ll take a 45-minute ferry to the Island, and the rest of the day is up to you! We have three time options departing Cairns and 3 returning.

Once on the island you’ll be free to relax, play and explore this remarkable slice of paradise as you please.

There's plenty to do on the Island! You can hire kayaks, snorkel gear and paddle boards. There is also a café and general store so you’ll be set for lunch and snacks to keep you fuelled throughout the day. There is free fish feeding twice a day at the jetty, and a tour of the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre can also be booked at additional cost on the day.

The Fitzroy Island is surrounded by the famous Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and is perfect for snorkelling or diving. The reef system is world heritage listed and is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting the region!

The beaches are safe and sheltered, ideal for swimming with the kids or simply relaxing on the beachside and soaking in the picturesque scenery.

There is plenty to explore on land too with multiple walks through the lush island tropical rainforest.

A brilliant way to explore one of Australia’s iconic scenic destinations, and a fantastic day out that the whole family will love!

Important: Bookings must be same day return as this is for day trips to Fitzroy Island only, bookings returning on another day are not able to be honoured and will result in not being able to board the vessel.


Things to do:

Complimentary Fish Feeding: on the jetty at 11:30am daily.

Nature Walks: There are many beautiful self-guided nature walks on the island.

Dive & Adventure Centre: You can hire equipment from the Fitzroy Island Dive Centre including kayaks, snorkel & fins and stand up paddle boards, plus book your glass bottom boat adventures here too.

Turtle Rehab Tours: Take a tour of the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre on Fitzroy Island and meet the patients.


Island Facilities:

Foxy’s Bar: Enjoy a coffee, cold drink or lunch at Foxy’s Bar

General Store: Located adjacent to Foxy’s, you can purchase refreshments, snacks and general needs. You can also book your Turtle Tour at the General Store.


Departure:

We offer three departure options from Cairns and three return from Fitzroy Island:

Departing Cairns - 8:00am, 11am and 1.30pm departing Cairns

Departing Fitzroy Island - 12:15pm and 5pm

Check in location:Please make your way directly to the Fitzroy Flyer to check-in. The Fitzroy Flyer is located at Berth 20 on the Marlin Marina Wharf. https://maps.app.goo.gl/T4yk9vSoApUAob7o6

Check in time: Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Adult $52.50 (Adult Each Way)
Child $27.50 (Child 4 - 13 years Each Way)
Family $134.50 (2 Adults + 2 Children Each Way)
Infant $0.00 (3 years and under Each Way)

What's included

  • Return ferry transfers from Cairns (priced one way) - you choose your departures however this must return on the same day
  • Complimentary Fish Feeding

Location

  • Berth 20, Cairns Marlin Marina.
  • https://maps.app.goo.gl/WWbYeuneHjiQygES7

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • A 48-hour cancellation policy applies. Any cancellation or amendment request within 48 hours of cruise departure will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee equivalent to the full cost of the tickets purchased

  • Any amendments requested by the customer might incur an amendment fee. The amount of the fee will be at the discretion of the operator.

Pick Your Dates & Times

Cairns to Fitzroy IslandAvailable Bookings from 4 Apr to 17 Apr 2025

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Fitzroy Island to CairnsAvailable Bookings from 4 Apr to 17 Apr 2025

All prices are shown in AUD ($)

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  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
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  • Adult$32.00
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  • Adult$32.00 Less than 6 left
  • Child$27.50
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  • Adult$46.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
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  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$46.00 Less than 6 left
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$32.00 Less than 6 left
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
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  • Adult$46.00
  • Child$27.50
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  • Adult$45.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
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  • Adult$32.00 Less than 6 left
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
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  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$32.00
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$52.50
  • Child$27.50
  • Family$134.50
  • Infant Free

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Jessica AlvesPereira from Australia wrote on 10 March 2025

MUST SEEN WHEN IN CAIRNS

Just had the best day in the island, totally recommend, the boat service was great as well.

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Hilalİrem ARSLAN from Australia wrote on 08 March 2025

As described

As described

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Maia Hubert from Australia wrote on 05 February 2025

Easy going experience

No complaints at all! Staff were nice, the journey was smooth, we departed and arrived both ways on time, a good experience all round. Will definitely use these guys again!

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Kerry Powell from Australia wrote on 24 January 2025

Fitzroy on show

Showing my 18 year old son from NZ how good we have it here in Cairns. The Fitzroy Flyer, Fitzroy Island and the system used to book our day trip was flawless. Starting off with our buffet breakfast and then off to nudie beach for a bit of snorkelling. The only down fall was the waitress behind the bar at the cafe after our snorkelling, she was quite rude and abrupt. Which dampened the atmosphere. Other than that a perfect show for my son!

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Asunción Ríos from Chile wrote on 22 January 2025

Amazing place

You can go for a hiking and snorkeling in one day

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