Fitzroy Island – From Cairns

Join us for a unique outer reef tour where the Sunlover catamaran docks alongside a floating pontoon stationed in a natural lagoon fringed with beautiful coral. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, family traveller, experienced diver or on your first trip to the Great Barrier Reef, our expert team will deliver a unique reef tour experience for you. Experience the ultimate adventure combining 2.5 hours at Moore Reef pontoon on the Outer Barrier Reef + 2.5 hours at Fitzroy Island in a day! Moore reef has all of our standard inclusions with time at Fitzroy Island to relax & unwind including lunch.

A favourite destination for Cairns locals and visitors alike, Fitzroy Island is 90 per cent lush rainforest, with gorgeous beaches, spectacular walking trails, abundant coral and marine life and plenty of adventure activities. This tropical paradise is just a 45-minute ride in Sunlover's air-conditioned catamaran. You can snorkel straight off the beach and discover amazing marine life and sea turtles, or simply sit back and soak up the serenity on shores of the famous Nudey Beach (by name only) Once voted the best beach in Australia. There are 9km of rainforest walking tracks for the more adventurous. Foxy's Bar is open daily for lunch or a drink; take a bush walk to the island's summit or lighthouse or take a tour at the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. You can take your own esky with food and drink to the island. Alcohol available for purchase from Foxy's Bar.

This  'Best of the Island' day tour showcases the best of Fitzroy Island.  You will have 4.5 hours of  'Island time' to enjoy all the inclusions of your day. Enjoy the rainforest walking trails and stunning beaches at your leisure. Snorkel straight from the beach to be surrounded by abundant marine life, view the coral from a glass bottom boat and enjoy a premium buffet lunch at the resort.

Includes return ferry from Cairns, snorkelling equipment, coral viewing glass bottom boat tour and premium buffet lunch at the famous Fitzroy Island Resort.

Fitzroy Island awaits, just 55 minutes away. There's no better way to spend the day, than relaxing in paradise.

A favourite destination for Cairns locals and visitors alike, Fitzroy Island is 90 per cent lush rainforest, with gorgeous beaches, clear waters, spectacular walking trails, abundant coral and marine life and plenty of adventure activities. This tropical paradise is just a short 55-minute ride in Sunlover's air-conditioned catamaran. This tour option offers return ferry transfers with the flexibility of adding  optional extras.  You can snorkel straight off the beach and discover amazing marine life and sea turtles, or simply sit back and soak up the serenity on the sandy shores of the famous Nudey Beach - Once voted the best beach in Australia. There are 9km of rainforest walking tracks for the more adventurous. Foxy's Bar is open daily for lunch or a drink; take a bush walk to the island's summit or lighthouse or check out the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. You can take your own esky with food and drink to the island. Alcohol, meals & refreshments available for purchase from Foxy's Bar on the island.

More inclusive packages to Fitzroy are also available  if you wish to book more options.

Up to 6 hours to explore Fitzroy Island. More time to explore, relax and play! Walk through the rainforest with picture-perfect scenery. Experience a full day on a tropical Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Go snorkelling, swimming, bushwalking, paddleboard or canoeing on this tranquil island. There is something for everyone. Fitzroy Island is a National Park covered in tropical rainforest. There are bush walking tracks throughout the island.

Take the Lighthouse Road trail to wind your way to the lighthouse, where you’ll have spectacular views out to the Coral Sea, 269 metres above sea level. From the top, you can wind back a different way taking the Summit Track, which pops out near the resort. Take plenty of water with you. Visit Nudey Beach (by name only) one of Australia’s most iconic beaches, perfect for swimming and relaxation.

Spend 2 or 4.5 hours to explore Fitzroy Island. ! Walk through the rainforest with picture-perfect scenery.  Go snorkelling, swimming, bushwalking, paddle board or canoeing on this tranquil island. There is something for everyone. Fitzroy Island is a National Park covered in tropical rainforest. There are bush walking tracks throughout the island.

Take the Lighthouse Road trail to wind your way to the lighthouse, where you’ll have spectacular views out to Green Island on a clear day from 269 metres above sea level. From the top, you can wind back a different way taking the Summit Track, which pops out near the resort. Take plenty of water with you. Visit Nudey Beach (by name only) one of North Queensland’s most iconic and photographed beaches and has been ranked as one of Australia’s 10 best beaches.

Take your own Esky and self-cater or you can pre-book a picnic lunch or enjoy lunch at Foxy’s Bar, which has an excellent casual cafe-style food menu, including kids' meals and provides a wide range of beers, wine and soft drinks, plus a cocktail menu! All with stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef.