From Cairns: Fitzroy Island Full-Day Adventure Tour

From Cairns: Fitzroy Island Full-Day Adventure Tour

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Explore the scenic beauty of Fitzroy Island on an adventure tour and hike the wilderness trails, suitable for all levels of fitness. Explore the marine life by glass-bottom boat, snorkel, and much more.

Highlights

Cruise by ferry to Fitzroy Island and enjoy up to 7 hours of leisure time
Snorkel the coral reef to see an abundance of marine life, or watch it from the comfort of a glass bottom boat
Take wilderness hikes on up to 5 different trails, suitable for all levels of fitness

Description

Fitzroy Island was once part of mainland Australia, before being separated by rising waters. Over time a fringing coral reef surrounded the island, providing a sheltered home to a variety of fish and coral species. Explore this marine wonderland on a full-day tour from Cairns, crossing by ferry to enjoy the wilderness hiking trails, snorkeling adventures, and more. The tour is available in a range of packages to suit the entire family, including transfers only for you to explore on your own, or a package tour that includes snorkel or glass-bottom boat activities. Explore the Island's 339 hectares of lush rainforest that covers 94 percent of the island and is protected and managed as a National Park. Walking trails are suitable for all levels of fitness, allowing you to explore areas of the island at your leisure. The fast catamaran departs from the Marlin Marina, with check-in at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. Cruise south along the calm waters of the coastline to reach Fitzroy Island in just 45 minutes, giving you up to 7 hours to explore the tropical island.

Includes

Return boat transfers by high-speed Fitzroy Island ferry Snorkeling and/or glass-bottom boat (excluding transfers only option)
AUD 20 fuel levy, payable onboard the boat for family ticket holders Snorkeling and/or glass-bottom boat (on transfers only option)

Important Information

There are 5 main walking trails in the Fitzroy Island National Park that range from 30 minutes to 3 hours, each at varying fitness levels Family packages are for 2 adults and 2 children Child rate applies for those between 4 and 14 years old; under 4 years travel free of charge